Mount Lavinia
Just 13 kilometers south of Colombo, you come across the bustling city of Mount Lavinia, which offers the charm of a beach resort, while being just a half hours drive away from the city center of Colombo. This is the place to stay if you want to be close to Colombo, and at the same time have a bit of peace and quiet.

There are several star class hotels and high quality hotels and rest houses in Mt. Lavinia, offering a range of accommodation to match every type of budget. The beach is lined with many restaurants for cheap yet excellent food.