South coast and safari
Hikkaduwa
Reef, surf and a lively beach strip
Hikkaduwa has been a favourite with travellers since the 1970s, and it still has the liveliest beach strip on the south-west coast. A shallow reef close to the shore is good for snorkelling, and sea turtles are often seen feeding near the beach. Surfers of most levels find a wave from about November to April. Galle is about half an hour away.
Hikkaduwa
- Part of the island
- South coast and safari
- Suggested stay
- 2 nights
- Best months
- Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
- Things to do
- Ask us
Weather
When to go
Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so the best months depend on the coast. This is the pattern here.
- Jan: best
- Feb: best
- Mar: best
- Apr: good
- May: expect rain
- Jun: expect rain
- Jul: expect rain
- Aug: good
- Sep: expect rain
- Oct: expect rain
- Nov: good
- Dec: best
Stays
Where to stay
Prices per night for two people sharing, for dates about six weeks away. Yours may differ.
Budget
Clean, simple guesthouses and small hotels
Cinnamon City
$24Guesthouse about eight minutes' walk from Hikkaduwa beach, with a shared kitchen and terrace.
Wi-Fi
Avon Villa
$35Small property a short walk from Hikkaduwa beach, with family rooms, sea views and a pool.
Pool · Family rooms · Parking · Views
Comfort
Mid-range hotels, often with a pool
Villa ArthurCC
$70Villa by the beach in Hikkaduwa, with sea views and air-conditioned family rooms.
Air conditioning · Wi-Fi · Family rooms · Views
Saffron Robes Living
$82Guesthouse a few minutes' walk from Hikkaduwa beach, with balconies, a restaurant and yoga classes.
Restaurant · Wi-Fi · Views
Superior
The nicest stays that still keep costs sensible
Sea Star Boutique Hotel
$192Boutique hotel near Narigama beach in Hikkaduwa, with a pool and sea-view family rooms.
Pool · Wi-Fi · Family rooms · Views