Hotels in Hikkaduwa
Citrus Hikkaduwa
Citrus Hikkaduwa is a modern beach hotel in the popular resort town of Hikkaduwa. The Lime Light banquet hall and a ballroom host corporate and social events (...)
Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon
Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon mixes music, colour and the sea in a lively hotel on the beach at Hikkaduwa.
Avenra Beach Hotel
Avenra Beach Hotel is a beach hotel in Hikkaduwa that welcomes a steady flow of local and international guests, and hosts many events, weddings and banquets (...)
The hotels
Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon is the liveliest, a design-led beach hotel with music and colour built into the experience; it suits couples and younger travellers. Citrus Hikkaduwa is a modern beach hotel with comfortable rooms and a quieter feel. Avenra Beach Hotel, a little south, is a mid-range option that also hosts events and weddings.
At a glance
| Hotel | Area | Style |
|---|---|---|
| Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon | Hikkaduwa beach | Luxury, lively |
| Citrus Hikkaduwa | Hikkaduwa beach | Mid-range |
| Avenra Beach Hotel | South Hikkaduwa | Mid-range |
What to do
Surfing is best from about November to April, when the swell is clean and the sea calm enough for beginners on the inside breaks. Snorkelling and diving are possible over the reef and on nearby wrecks in the same months. Sea turtles are often seen feeding in the shallows. In the evenings, the beach bars are the main event.
Who it suits
Choose Hikkaduwa if you want a beach with life around it. If you prefer quiet, look south at Unawatuna or north at Ahungalle.
See our Hikkaduwa guide, or browse hotels in Galle.
Quick picks
- Couples and night owls: Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon
- A quieter stay: Citrus Hikkaduwa
- Events and weddings: Avenra Beach Hotel
Getting there
The Southern Expressway gets you from Colombo in about two hours, and the coastal train stops in town. Galle Fort is about 30 minutes south by tuk-tuk, an easy half-day trip. Hikkaduwa's main beach is a short walk from all three hotels.
When to come
November to April is the season, with the clearest water for diving from about December to March. From May to September the south-west monsoon brings rain and big, messy waves, and many dive shops close.