Title: Batticaloa Travel Guide: Best of Batticaloa, Eastern Province Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Batticaloa](https://expedia.co.uk/Batticaloa-Hotels.d6341931.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Batticaloa](https://expedia.co.uk/Batticaloa-Holiday-Rentals.d6341931.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Batticaloa](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Batticaloa.d6341931.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Batticaloa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Batticaloa.d6341931.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Batticaloa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Batticaloa.d6341931.Car-Hire-Guide)[Batticaloa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Batticaloa.d6341931.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Batticaloa Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Dutch Fort showing rugged coastline and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914998/feb146b1-6a35-4688-b5e4-8ed7334facfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dutch Fort showing rugged coastline and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914998/feb146b1-6a35-4688-b5e4-8ed7334facfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dutch Fort showing a bay or harbor and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914998/79b55394-bc3f-4e7e-bfe0-7f5107b59bb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dutch Fort showing heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914998/485f4080-b8f9-45ba-9044-59b1e40c11c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dutch Fort featuring a sporting event as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914998/eca3837f-5839-4061-b94c-a614618d669d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Batticaloa Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. 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Very good staff customer svc Reviewed on 27 Aug 2023 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=20158430&PinnedHotelID=20158430&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341931) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=20158430&PinnedHotelID=20158430&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341931) ![Yuhibuhi Homestay Batticaloa ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48820000/48810700/48810641/26bbc3e4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Yuhibuhi Homestay Batticaloa Batticaloa EP £26 14 Feb - 15 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in Batticaloa. Popular attractions Batticaloa Market and St Michael’s College are located nearby. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Batticaloa-Hotels-Yuhibuhi-Homestay-Batticaloa.h48810641.Hotel-Information) ![Serene & Cozy guest retreat in center of the city with scenic relaxing nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98060000/98050900/98050810/946f2dc4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Serene & Cozy guest retreat in center of the city with scenic relaxing nature Batticaloa EP Stay at this holiday home in Batticaloa. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Batticaloa Market and St Michael’s College are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Batticaloa-Hotels-Serene-Cozy-Guest-Retreat-In-Center-Of-The-City-With-Scenic-Relaxing-Nature.h98050810.Hotel-Information) ![Cozy City and Island living close to the coastal area!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108360000/108356100/108356078/ff698fe4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy City and Island living close to the coastal area! 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Batticaloa hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341931&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[13 Feb - 14 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341931&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341931&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15)[14 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341931&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341931&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341931&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Dutch Fort showing building ruins and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914998/72154a5b-853c-4f17-b81f-e88b8a6c4afd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dutch Fort 2.5/5(2 reviews) Dutch Fort is just one of the places to see in Puliyanthivu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's waterfront or visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dutch-Fort-Batticaloa.d553248621526914998.Attraction) #### St Michael’s College You can learn about the history of Puliyanthivu when you stop by St Michael’s College. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the temples while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Michaels-College-Batticaloa.d553248621526914995.Attraction) #### Batticaloa Market 3/5(1 review) You can enjoy retail therapy at Batticaloa Market during your trip to Batticaloa. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the temples while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Batticaloa-Market-Batticaloa.d553248621526915001.Attraction) #### Batticaloa’s Lighthouse You can learn about the history of Batticaloa with a trip to Batticaloa’s Lighthouse. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the temples while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Batticaloas-Lighthouse-Batticaloa.d553248621526915009.Attraction) #### St Mary’s Cathedral After visiting St Mary’s Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Puliyanthivu. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the temples while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Marys-Cathedral-Batticaloa.d553248621526914997.Attraction) #### St Anthony’s Church St Anthony’s Church is just one of the places to see in Puliyanthivu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or visit the temples while you're in the area. 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