Kohilawatta accommodation from NZ$134

Of course, you can't visit Kohilawatta without visiting the Dambulla Cave Temple. The Bluesky Guest House and Governor's Gangula Dambulla are within a hop, skip and a jump of Dambulla Cave Temple.

8 kilometres from the main part of Kohilawatta is the Kingsbury. The Galadari Hotel is 8 kilometres away. The Renuka City Hotel and the Colombo City Hotels are other alternative hotel options around Kohilawatta.

Looking for more to do? Consider spending some time checking out the National Art Gallery, University of Colombo and Galle Face Green, which you'll find in Colombo, 8 kilometres to the southwest of Kohilawatta. The Comfort@15 Hotel Colombo and Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo are just some of the hotel and apartment options in Colombo. Alternatively, you could stay in Beruwela, 55 kilometres to the south of Kohilawatta, where you'll find the Eden Resort & Spa and Riverina Hotel. If you're staying in Beruwela, set aside some time to check out the Beruwela Harbour and Kande Vihare Temple.

If watching sport gives you an adrenaline buzz, take the time to visit Sugathadasa Stadium, which is 5 kilometres to the west of Kohilawatta. Stay near the action at the Kingsbury or the Galadari Hotel.

Bandaranaike International Airport is located 25 kilometres away from the centre of Kohilawatta. Should you choose to stay close by, you can easily secure a room at the Full Moon Garden Hotel or the Cockpit Hotel.