Mount Lavinia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Mount Lavinia

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Katukurunduwatta

While there might not be top attractions in Katukurunduwatta, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Lavinia Beach and Dehiwala Zoological Garden.

Katukurunduwatta
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Dutugemunu

While Dutugemunu isn't home to many top sights, Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Mount Lavinia Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Dutugemunu
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Kohuwala

Kohuwala might not have many top sights, but Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Mount Lavinia Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kohuwala
Mount Lavinia Hotel

Mount Lavinia Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Hotel Road Mount Lavinia
The price is AU$128 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$128
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Mount Lavinia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mount Lavinia Beach and Traditional ...
8/10 Very Good! (714 reviews)
Good location and grandiose building that have seen it's better days but that how things are in Sri Lanka in general. Good location near a train station. Very popular wedding place for locals.

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Mount Lavinia Hotel
Anarva Mount Lavinia

Anarva Mount Lavinia

3.5 out of 5
348 Galle Road, Colombo District Mount Lavinia Western
Stay at this spa hotel in Mount Lavinia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mount Lavinia Beach and Traditional ...
8/10 Very Good! (93 reviews)
Excellent staff. Manager was very kind and helpful. Thank you for a wonderful Stay!

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

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Anarva Mount Lavinia
Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

5 out of 5
1 Galle Face Colombo
The price is AU$291 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
AU$291
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (531 reviews)
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Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

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The Beach Villa

The Beach Villa

4.5 out of 5
07 De Alwis Avenue Mount Lavinia Western
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Mount Lavinia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 beach bars and room service. Popular attractions Mount Lavinia Beach and Traditional Puppet ...
The Beach Villa
Charming 3-Bedroom Apartment on the Beach-side with AC and WiFi in Mount Lavinia

Charming 3-Bedroom Apartment on the Beach-side with AC and WiFi in Mount Lavinia

Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia WP
Stay at this apartment in Mount Lavinia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Mount Lavinia Beach and Traditional Puppet Art ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
We had a wonderful stay at the apartment for a week. The location was so convenient and had a variety of restaurants nearby. Rooms were spacious and had AC's. Mr. Daboo (the apartment manager) was very helpful and available at all times. It was a delightful stay and looking forward to book the premises ...

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Charming 3-Bedroom Apartment on the Beach-side with AC and WiFi in Mount Lavinia
Star Homes

Star Homes

Colombo WP
Stay at this holiday home in Mount Lavinia. Popular attractions Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Traditional Puppet Art Museum are located nearby.
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Popular places to visit

Dehiwala Zoological Garden

Dehiwala Zoological Garden

Why not visit the animals who call Dehiwala Zoological Garden home during your trip to Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Dehiwala Zoological Garden

Siddhalepa Ayurveda Hospital

If Siddhalepa Ayurveda Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia.

Siddhalepa Ayurveda Hospital

Sri Lanka Air Force Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sri Lanka Air Force Museum in Kandawala. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Sri Lanka Air Force Museum

Activities

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Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day

AU$46
per adult
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day
Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting

Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting

AU$46
per adult
Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting
Gangaramaya

Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car)

AU$120
per traveller
Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car)
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 03 Days Round Tour

Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 03 Days Round Tour

AU$109
per adult
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 03 Days Round Tour
Private 2-Day Car Hire with Driver-Guide for Round Tour

Private 2-Day Car Hire with Driver-Guide for Round Tour

AU$78
per adult
Private 2-Day Car Hire with Driver-Guide for Round Tour
Sri Lanka Sightseeing Tour by Car with Driver.

Sri Lanka Sightseeing Tour by Car with Driver.

AU$120
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Sri Lanka Sightseeing Tour by Car with Driver.
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