Hikkaduwa is an easy destination to plan yourself: hotels, flights, car rental and activities in one place, no juggling ten different sites. Hikkaduwa works well as a base for day trips to nearby towns and scenic routes. The nearest airport is in a neighbouring city, and a rental car is the easiest way to cover the rest. There are currently around 20 places to stay listed in and around Hikkaduwa, covering a range of budgets. The catalogue includes 8 vetted activities and tours with real guest ratings. 2 routes to nearby towns are mapped out from Hikkaduwa, handy if you're planning side trips beyond the city itself.
| Hotels from | €13/night |
| Options nearby | 20 |
| Nearest city | Horana, 87 km |
| Activities from | €98.26 |
| Airport | No |
Where to stay
Accommodation in Hikkaduwa starts at around €13 per night, with a typical rate near €73 across roughly 20 nearby options — handy for budgeting your trip.
Well-reviewed hotels
- Utopia villa, 2-star, guest rating 10 from 1 reviews, from €13 per night
- Villa Birdlake, 3-star, guest rating 10 from 11 reviews, from €79 per night
- Haritha Villas & Spa, 5-star, guest rating 9.8 from 106 reviews, from €523 per night
- Riff Hikkaduwa, 5-star, guest rating 9.6 from 1026 reviews, from €116 per night
- Cozy Sea view Inn, guest rating 9.4 from 146 reviews, from €19 per night
Day Tour at Sri Lanka Elephant Transit , Train Ride and Nine arch
from €156
Day trips & routes
- Horana — about 87 km, 1h 26m drive
- Chilaw — about 189 km, 3h 21m drive
Fastest option is Horana: 1h 26m by car.
Things to see
- "6 Days Tour of Sri Lanka", rated 5 from 21 reviews, from €946.82
- "Day Tour at Sri Lanka Elephant Transit , Train Ride and Nine arch", rated 5 from 20 reviews, from €156.32
- "7 Day Private Sri Lanka Tour With Star Hotels, Safari & Ella", rated 5 from 18 reviews, from €891.44
- "Kandy Heritage & Kingdom Discovery-All Inclusive Private Day Trip", rated 5 from 15 reviews, from €98.26
- "Explore the Beauty of South Coast in One Day", rated 5 from 14 reviews, from €102.72
Kandy Heritage & Kingdom Discovery-All Inclusive Private Day Trip
from €98
Getting there and around
Hikkaduwa has no direct airport — most travellers fly into the nearest airport city and continue by rental car or transfer. Getting around the city and out to the 2 nearby destinations listed above is easiest by car — intercity public transport tends to be slower and less frequent. The median nightly rate in Hikkaduwa is around €73, useful for comparing overall trip cost against nearby cities.
Car rental essentials
To rent a car in Hikkaduwa you usually need a passport, a driving licence and a bank card for the deposit hold. With 20 places to stay nearby, it's worth comparing a base near the rental desk against one closer to the sights. Given 2 routes worth driving from here, check the mileage and one-way drop-off terms before you book. When touring Sri Lanka, plan stops in advance: fuel stations and car parks in smaller towns are not always open around the clock.
Yala Full Day Safari with Picnic Lunch - Private & All Inclusive
from €156