Mount Lavinia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sandy beach with several small boats lined up, a person on a quad bike, and a few individuals standing by the water's edge.
A seashell on a sandy beach with waves in the background.
A beach with palm trees and waves.
A beach with a white building, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A coastal area with a beach, palm trees, a train, and a distant ship.

Our guide on where to stay in Mount Lavinia

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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.

Katukurunduwatta

While there might not be top attractions in Katukurunduwatta, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Lavinia Beach and Sri Lanka Air Force Museum.

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.

Mount Lavinia Hotel

Mount Lavinia Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Hotel Road Mount Lavinia
The price is AU$90 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$90
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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 Colombo City Centre and Mount Lavinia ...
8/10 Very good! (764 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Mount Lavinia Hotel
Tropic Inn - Mount Lavinia

Tropic Inn - Mount Lavinia

3 out of 5
30 College Avenue Mount Lavinia
The price is AU$50 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$50
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Mount Lavinia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 beach bars. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Mount Lavinia Beach are ...
8.2/10 Very good! (29 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Tropic Inn - Mount Lavinia
The Lion Pub & Hotel

The Lion Pub & Hotel

3 out of 5
220 Galle Rd Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia WP
The price is AU$22 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$22
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mount Lavinia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Mount Lavinia Beach are ...
The Lion Pub & Hotel
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 Colombo City Centre and Mount Lavinia Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"We came to stay here after hopping around Sri Lanka doing sight-seeing and staying at various hotels along the way. Our stay was very comfortable and Mr. Daboo, the property manager, was very attentive to our needs. The apartment was adequately spaceous for a family of 6 with 3 kids, and we had air ..."

Reviewed on 4 June 2026

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

Mount Apartments Colombo

2 out of 5
110 Iddamal Mawatha Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia WP
Stay at this aparthotel in Mount Lavinia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sri Lanka Air Force Museum and Mount Lavinia ...
Mount Apartments Colombo
Urban 2 Bed Room Flat with View

Urban 2 Bed Room Flat with View

Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia Western
Stay at this apartment in Mount Lavinia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Traditional Puppet Art ...
Urban 2 Bed Room Flat with View
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Mount Lavinia attractions

Dehiwala Zoological Garden

6.0/10 (6 reviews)
Why not visit the animals who call Dehiwala Zoological Garden home during your trip to Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

24hrs Airport to Colombo City Private & Professional drivers

CMB Airport to Colombo Budget Taxi Service 24 hrs

AU$30
per adult
CMB Airport to Colombo Budget Taxi Service 24 hrs
Premium Service

Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day

AU$45
per adult
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day
Sri Lanka Private Car Tour 3 Days

Sri Lanka Private Car Tour 3 Days

AU$131
per traveller
Sri Lanka Private Car Tour 3 Days
Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting

Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting

AU$43
per adult
Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 03 Days Round Tour

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

AU$106
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$75
per adult
Private 2-Day Car Hire with Driver-Guide for Round Tour
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Cities near Mount Lavinia

A large, classical building with multiple arches and a red roof, surrounded by a parking lot and a grassy area.

Colombo

A sandy beach with several small boats lined up, a person on a quad bike, and a few individuals standing by the water's edge.

Moratuwa

A sunset over a body of water with a distant shoreline and vegetation.

Piliyandala

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