Nawala accommodation from NZ$144

One of Nawala's most postcard-worthy places to visit is the Dambulla Cave Temple. Accommodation options nearby allow you to choose from the Bluesky Guest House and Governor's Gangula Dambulla.

The Renuka City Hotel and Comfort@15 Hotel Colombo are nearest to the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Or, if the Australian High Commission is why you are travelling to Nawala, the Kingsbury and Galadari Hotel are sure to satisfy.

The Reef Villa & Spa is 25 kilometres from the centre of Nawala. Alternatively, the Citrus Waskaduwa is 30 kilometres away. More accommodation options around Nawala include the Siddhalepa Ayurveda Health Resort and the Haridra Resort & Spa.

It is well known that we Kiwis know how to relax, so consider staying a little longer and check out the National Art Gallery, University of Colombo and Galle Face Green, in Colombo, 5 kilometres to the northwest of Nawala. The Monsoon Suites and City Square are a few of the apartment and hotel alternatives in Colombo. 50 kilometres to the south of Nawala, you'll also find Beruwela, home to the Lanka Princess Hotel and Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa Sri Lanka. Whether you're just passing through or staying in Beruwela, make sure you visit the Beruwela Harbour and Kande Vihare Temple.

If watching sport rocks your world, be sure to take a trip to Sugathadasa Stadium, which is 6 kilometres to the northwest of Nawala. The Kingsbury and the Galadari Hotel are close to the action.

Bandaranaike International Airport is the preferred airport and is 30 kilometres away from the centre of Nawala. Nearby hotels are the Full Moon Garden Hotel and the Cockpit Hotel.