Title: South Sri Lanka Coast Travel Guide: Best of South Sri Lanka Coast, Sri Lanka Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in South Sri Lanka Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Sri-Lanka-Coast-Hotels.d6055128.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in South Sri Lanka Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Sri-Lanka-Coast-Holiday-Rentals.d6055128.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to South Sri Lanka Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-South-Sri-Lanka-Coast.d6055128.Travel-Guide-Flights)[South Sri Lanka Coast Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-South-Sri-Lanka-Coast.d6055128.Car-Hire-Guide)[South Sri Lanka Coast Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Sri-Lanka-Coast.d6055128.Holidays-City-Breaks) # South Sri Lanka Coast Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![We were a bit fearful of being washed out by the monsoon rains when we arrived in Mirissa during August. And then we were greeted by this.....! Beautiful sand, monster waves and windswept coconut trees combine to make this the perfect stop en route from Galle to Sri Lanka's east coast.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/260feb17-1694-41de-836d-b26d1969d709.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We were a bit fearful of being washed out by the monsoon rains when we arrived in Mirissa during August. And then we were greeted by this.....! Beautiful sand, monster waves and windswept coconut trees combine to make this the perfect stop en route from Galle to Sri Lanka's east coast.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/260feb17-1694-41de-836d-b26d1969d709.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Off the grid. On a tree top. Built with local materials. Dry decomposting toilets. Surrounded by rice paddies. 20 minute bicycle ride to the Hikkaduwa beach... A serendipitous find in Sri Lanka! #theshootingstar #srilanka #offthegrid #hikkaduwa #offbeat ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635973482812/c6f7ff34-e24c-45dc-b26d-3b9e5974e69c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Loved our stay in Koggala Beach Hotel, Sri Lanka. The beach was dreamy. #beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055022/1a9079b2-2d0e-4ab6-b896-b4b4c899130f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Just fewmoments befor the storm came we had discovered this small island near to the beach, where you have to go trough the ocean and go upstairs. #BeachBound](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/eddfb429-29b5-4efb-a047-8ac40ecfd615.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit South Sri Lanka Coast Where to stay 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. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6055128) ### Where to stay in South Sri Lanka Coast ![The lighthouse at Galle Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/cc21d393-909e-48f8-a474-10d61bdf271e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fort Galle If you're spending some time in Fort Galle, Galle Fort and Historical Mansion are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galle-Fort-Galle.dx553248635976395938) ![Sunset at Wijaya Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348270/c619db7d-5877-428e-9a1c-3b4156a00ab5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Talpe Unique features of Talpe include the seaside views and gardens. Make a stop by Mihiripenna Beach or Koggala Beach while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Unawatuna-Talpe.dx6348270) ![Unesco site, Galle Fort, in Sri Lanka ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/c39330de-e707-465a-a49f-915332ae782b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cheena Kotuwa If you're spending some time in Cheena Kotuwa, Galle Fort and Galle International Cricket Stadium are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galle-Cheena-Kotuwa.dx553248635976399235) ![Beach hopping](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055022/42aa2230-ba0b-43f4-81c0-e21357342803.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Habaraduwa If you're spending some time in Habaraduwa, Koggala Lake and Eagles' Catalina Golf Course are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Koggala-Habaraduwa.dx961003310004137984) ![Boy with king coconuts at roadside, Kalutara, Sri Lanka. King coconuts or thembili are sweeter than normal coconuts and can also be used in ayurveda. We visited the island of Sri Lanka in 2017. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049993/6433bfc5-bd75-4881-a1bb-8846493f987d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kalutara South While Kalutara South isn't home to many top sights, Kalatura Beach and Kalutara Bodhiya are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kalutara-Kalutara-South.dx553248635976399875) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bolgoda While Bolgoda may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wadduwa Beach and Panadura Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bandaragama-Bolgoda.dx553248635976007883) - Top hotels in South Sri Lanka Coast - Top Holiday Rentals in South Sri Lanka Coast ![Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19420000/19413500/19413442/67eafb25_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa 700 Matara Road, Pelana Weligama £304 27 Feb - 28 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Weligama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (251 reviews) Fantastic stay- spotless rooms, great breakfast, very friendly staff. Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=19413442&PinnedHotelID=19413442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055128) ![Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14760000/14754300/14754284/df8771a0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive Galle Road Ahungalla Southern Province £233 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Ahungalla. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ahungalla Beach and Kosgoda Spice Garden are ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (226 reviews) Housekeeping was excellent and spotless. The food was really tasty and we never had a bad meal here, the spread was very good. Service in general was very spot on especially Chaminda, who took really good care of us. The kids club ran by Shashini was very well received by our daughter and overall ... Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=14754284&PinnedHotelID=14754284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055128) ![Radisson Collection Resort, Galle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111160000/111150400/111150337/f0de5305_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Collection Resort, Galle 724 Matara Rd, Galle District Talpe Southern Province £167 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Unawatuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Dalawella Beach are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews) Clean room, good facilities however I needed later check out because the hotel was nearly empty but they declined. I stayed outside for 5 hours to catch my flight. However they provided change room and shower outside. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=111150337&PinnedHotelID=111150337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055128) [See all 2,967 properties in South Sri Lanka Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6055128) 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. ![Oceanfront Galle by ICC](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75020000/75012300/75012280/3ce010ae_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oceanfront Galle by ICC 463 Colombo - Galle Main Rd Galle SP Stay at this luxury apartment in Galle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Mahamodara Beach are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (10 reviews) Good hotel excellent location with friendly staff Breakfast was sustainable and tasty Would stay again Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Oceanfront-Condominiums-Galle.h75012280.Hotel-Information) ![Cozy Sea View Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25030000/25026500/25026495/e9255e75_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy Sea View Inn Amarasena Mawatha Hikkaduwa SP Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Hikkaduwa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hikkaduwa Beach and Hikkaduwa ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews) Huge room, very clean. Good balcony with sea views. 2 minutes walk to beautiful sandy beach, Turtle Beach only 10 minutes walk. Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hikkaduwa-Hotels-Cozy-Sea-View-Inn.h25026495.Hotel-Information) ![Beachside Villa. Private Chef. Swimming Pool and Tennis court. 3 bedrooms. AC](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22160000/22158400/22158335/8e2f683f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beachside Villa. Private Chef. Swimming Pool and Tennis court. 3 bedrooms. AC Pothupitiya Wadduwa Stay at this beach villa in Wadduwa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Wadduwa Beach and Pothupitiya Beach are ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews) Milanga took great care of us, driving us around anywhere we wanted to go. We saw and took pictures with an elephant, fed monkeys, and saw so many varieties of birds and animals on our river boat cruise, which was amazing! Also, our meals were all very delicious and prepared, and everything was kept ... 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Beach-Bentota.d6121082.Attraction) ![The lighthouse at Galle Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/cc21d393-909e-48f8-a474-10d61bdf271e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galle Fort Find out about the history of Fort Galle when you take a trip to Galle Fort. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galle-Fort-Fort-Galle.d6121052.Attraction) ![Hiriketiya Beach. A surfer’s paradise. Located in the south of Sri Lanka. #LifeatExpedia #SriLanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939576725/8a72ca28-784f-4e2c-a23f-d64e45b1bafe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiriketiya Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Hiriketiya Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Dikwella. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiriketiya-Beach-Dikwella.d553248635939576725.Attraction) ![Jungle Beach was a twenty minute walk from Unawatuna. Situated in a clam bay so hardly any big waves and perfect water temperature. Gorgeous little beach with sun beds and a bar with amazing fresh juice. They also do beach parties. Lots of monkeys around from the forest, so mind your belongings. #beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154883/fff65056-4360-476d-8bec-6c0d719d82c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jungle Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Jungle Beach during your travels in Rumassala? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jungle-Beach-Unawatuna.d553248621562725824.Attraction) ![♡](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/691013760627773440/e69aee79-3651-442c-a956-faa06d65f823.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moragalla Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Moragalla Beach during your travels in Beruwala? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Moragalla-Beach-Beruwala.d6150551.Attraction) ![At the start of the beautiful Secret Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/63ed48a2-5b54-4b74-8c03-02f6fed8ba8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Secret Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Secret Beach during your trip to Mirissa? Stroll along the waterfront or visit the temples while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Secret-Beach-Mirissa.d857199285310091264.Attraction) ## Cities near South Sri Lanka Coast ![Galle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/f63a8335-016d-45d4-91d6-2322e9cb1ab1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Galle ![Weligama showing a sandy beach, surf and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049729/a65ce447-b2bc-4e0a-ba94-d7722e5d1893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Weligama ![Aerial view of the beach in Sri Lanka. View of the Indian Ocean photo from a drone.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049993/8870e07e-adbb-48d0-a286-ad2abfd02972.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kalutara ![Beautiful sunset at the west coast of Sri Lanka. Great Atmosphere with long exposure and water motion blur.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051616/91e4bb0d-158a-44b4-a4e1-773ab1f4d904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ahungalla ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - [Hotels near Sinharaja Forest Reserve ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sinharaja-Forest-Reserve-Hotels.0-l6121088-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - Cities near South Sri Lanka Coast - Places of interest [Galle](https://expedia.co.uk/Galle.dx6025764)[Weligama](https://expedia.co.uk/Weligama.dx6049729)[Kalutara](https://expedia.co.uk/Kalutara.dx6049993)[Ahungalla](https://expedia.co.uk/Ahungalla.dx6051616)[Thalpitiya](https://expedia.co.uk/Thalpitiya.dx6052347)[Wadduwa](https://expedia.co.uk/Wadduwa.dx6055025)[Panadura](https://expedia.co.uk/Panadura.dx6141766)[Induruwa](https://expedia.co.uk/Induruwa.dx6147300)[Unawatuna](https://expedia.co.uk/Unawatuna.dx6154883)[Ahangama](https://expedia.co.uk/Ahangama.dx6183177)[Ranna](https://expedia.co.uk/Ranna.dx6323138)[Matara](https://expedia.co.uk/Matara.dx6326702)[Piliyandala](https://expedia.co.uk/Piliyandala.dx6336504)[Kudawella](https://expedia.co.uk/Kudawella.dx6341932)[Kalametiya](https://expedia.co.uk/Kalametiya.dx6343975)[Kamburugamuwa](https://expedia.co.uk/Kamburugamuwa.dx6344310)[Kesbewa](https://expedia.co.uk/Kesbewa.dx6348200)[Mirissa](https://expedia.co.uk/Mirissa.dx6348291)[Rekawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Rekawa.dx3000003055)[Bandaramulla](https://expedia.co.uk/Bandaramulla.dx3000003236)[Akurala](https://expedia.co.uk/Akurala.dx3000003260)[Walahanduwa](https://expedia.co.uk/Walahanduwa.dx3000388673)[Dharga Town](https://expedia.co.uk/Dharga-Town.dx3000401830) - [Mirissa Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mirissa-Beach-Southern-Province.d6351552.Attraction) - [Bentota Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Beach-Bentota.d6121082.Attraction) - [Kabalana Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kabalana-Beach-Southern-Province.d553248635977261047.Attraction) - [Madiha Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Madiha-Beach-Southern-Province.d553248635977255852.Attraction) - [Jungle Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Jungle-Beach-Unawatuna.d553248621562725824.Attraction) - [Dickwella Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dickwella-Beach-Southern-Province.d6142484.Attraction) - [Kalatura Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kalatura-Beach-Wadduwa.d6121080.Attraction) - [Parewella Natural Swimming Area ](https://expedia.co.uk/Parewella-Natural-Swimming-Area-Tangalle.d553248621565250938.Attraction) - [Koggala Lake ](https://expedia.co.uk/Koggala-Lake-Southern-Province.d553248635929513065.Attraction) - [Japanese Peace Pagoda ](https://expedia.co.uk/Japanese-Peace-Pagoda-Unawatuna.d553248621562725825.Attraction) - [Hummanaya Blow Hole ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hummanaya-Blow-Hole-Kudawella.d553248632870973249.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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