Sri Lanka's west coast, stretching from just north of Negombo above Colombo to Galle in the south-west, has miles of golden sands lapped by the Indian Ocean and backed by rustling palm trees and coconut groves. Small towns are dotted along the coastal road, with local shops and colourful life, and many hotels are located close to these. Key areas include Wadduwa and Beruwela which are fairly tranquil, slightly larger Bentota and the surf favourite Hikkaduwa.

The new highway from Colombo has reduced transfer times considerably to reach the main west coast beach areas, and there is also a luxury helicopter option or scheduled seaplane transfer connecting with Colombo airport.

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Shangri-La Hambantota
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This beautiful beachfront resort is a former coconut plantation on the southern coastline of Sri Lanka, surrounded by a ...

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Heritance Negombo
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Perfect as the first or last stop on a multi-centre holiday to Sri Lanka, Heritance Negombo is only a short drive from t...

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Aditya
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Aditya is an all-suite boutique property set on a wonderful stretch of beach. It is located just 12 kilometres away from...

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Jetwing Beach
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In an ideal location, just 30 minutes from Colombo airport, on a lovely stretch of beach, Jetwing Beach is the perfect h...

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Jetwing Blue
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Jet off to this stunning Sri Lanka beach hotel for sun, sea and sand in a contemporary setting.

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Vivanta by Taj
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Set on the south-western coast amidst the glorious natural beauty of Sri Lanka, this elegant hotel offers a beachside es...

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Anantara Kalutara
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Stay at the Beautiful Anantara Kalutara Hotel on Your Sri Lanka Holiday and Enjoy the Amazing Spa and Unforgettable Expe...

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The Fortress
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The stunning beachfront location and columned exterior of this boutique property gives way to impressive levels of conte...

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Reef Sri Lanka
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A boutique beachfront property set in beautiful gardens and lily ponds, all the rooms are spacious and elegant in design...

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Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa
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Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa Sri Lanka is located on Bentota Peninsula and enjoys superb views over Bentota River on on...

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  • Flight time: 10-13 hours
  • Recommended airlines: Emirates, Qatar Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Etihad Airlines
  • Currency: Sri Lankan rupee
  • Tipping guideline: Discretionary
  • Health considerations: There is a risk of dengue. There is no risk of yellow fever in Sri Lanka, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
  • Capital: Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (administrative), Colombo (commercial)
  • Population: 21,930,455
  • National languages: Sinhalese, Tamil, English
  • Electricity and plugs: Type D, M, G, 230V
  • Mobile phone coverage: Good
  • UK passport visa requirements: You need an ETA for Sri Lanka if you have a British passport - apply online

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