Hotels in Dickwella
Dikwella Resort and Spa
Dikwella Resort and Spa is about three hours from Colombo, a resort that welcomes families looking for a break from city life. The water in front is clear (...)
Soul Resorts Dickwella
Soul Resorts is a boutique hotel at Dickwella on the south coast, about three hours from Colombo, on an unspoilt stretch of beach lined with palm trees. It (...)
Villa Hiriketiya
Villa Hiriketiya is a cheerful beach stay close to the town of Dickwella, about three hours from Colombo. It is around 50 metres from some of the best beaches (...)
UTMT - Under the Mango Tree Spa & Beach Resort
UTMT, Under the Mango Tree, is a chic beachfront resort in Dickwella with the feel of a club and many personal touches. It is one of the more unusual hotels in (...)
Talalla Retreat
Talalla Retreat is a boutique resort on the beach at Talalla, west of Dickwella. It had barely been built when the 2004 tsunami struck, and was rebuilt with (...)
For surfers: Hiriketiya
Villa Hiriketiya is a simple, affordable resort about 50 metres from the beach. It is the obvious base if you plan to surf at Hiriketiya every day and eat out in the evenings.
For a quiet beach stay
Dikwella Resort and Spa is a mid-range resort aimed at families, with the reef close enough for snorkelling. Soul Resorts Dickwella is a smaller mid-range boutique hotel on an uncrowded stretch of sand. UTMT, Under the Mango Tree, is the most individual of the four: a chic beachfront hotel with a club-like feel and a programme of activities for guests.
At a glance
| Hotel | Area | Style |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Hiriketiya | Hiriketiya | Budget, surf |
| Dikwella Resort and Spa | Dickwella beach | Mid-range, family |
| Soul Resorts Dickwella | West of Dickwella | Mid-range boutique |
| UTMT, Under the Mango Tree | Dickwella coast | Boutique |
Seasons and nearby sights
The south coast is at its best from about November to April, when the sea is calmer. Within a short drive you can see the Hummanaya blowhole, the Weherahena temple, and the beaches of Tangalle to the east and Mirissa to the west.
See our Dickwella guide and things to do in Dickwella, or look further east at hotels in Tangalle.
Quick picks
- Surfers: Villa Hiriketiya
- Families: Dikwella Resort and Spa
- Couples: Soul Resorts or UTMT
Getting there and around
The Southern Expressway runs close to Dickwella, which makes the drive from Colombo or the airport straightforward. Tuk-tuks link the beaches, and Mirissa's whale-watching boats are about 40 minutes west. Matara, the nearest large town, has banks, shops and the railway station.