Waikkal accommodation from NZ$84

The Dambulla Cave Temple is one of those iconic attractions that you just have to see. The Bluesky Guest House and Governor's Gangula Dambulla are options you can choose from in the area.

The Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions and the Paradise Beach Hotel are conveniently situated if you'd like to stay near the Negombo Beach. The Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions is 60 metres away from the Negombo Beach. The Paradise Beach Hotel is 600 metres away.

6 kilometres from the main part of Waikkal is the Hotel J. The Don's Beach Hotel is located 6 kilometres away. Some other places to stay are the Heritance Negombo and the Hotel Dorset.

It's well known that we Kiwis just love to relax, so consider staying a little longer and check out the National Art Gallery, University of Colombo and Galle Face Green, which you'll find in Colombo, 40 kilometres to the south of Waikkal. Colombo hotels are the Kingsbury and Galadari Hotel. Kandy, which is home to the Earl's Regency and Hotel Hill Top, is 85 kilometres to the east of Waikkal. If you're staying in Kandy, set aside a little time to check out the Royal Botanical Garden and Sri Dalada Maligawa.

Before your Waikkal trip comes to an end, why not spend an hour or two rubbing shoulders and cheering along with fellow sports fans at a local match? You'll find Sugathadasa Stadium 40 kilometres to the south of Waikkal. Planning to stay near the action? The Kingsbury and the Galadari Hotel could both be perfect.

Bandaranaike International Airport is the preferred airport and is 13 kilometres from central Waikkal. Conveniently located hotels include the Full Moon Garden Hotel and the Cockpit Hotel.