Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Weligama travel guide

Weligama Tourism | Weligama Guide

You're Going to Love Weligama

With a population of 22,179, Weligama is a must-see destination in Southern, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Weligama deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Weligama

Weligama in September
Estimated hotel price
$168
1 night at 3-star hotel
Weligama in September
Estimated hotel price
$168
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Weligama

Plane

When flying to Weligama, you’ll arrive at Koggala (KCT), which is located 12 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Weligama is to pick up a car rental from Colombo, which is about 124 km from Weligama. You’ll find branches of Ace and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Colombo.

Plane

When flying to Weligama, you’ll arrive at Koggala (KCT), which is located 12 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Weligama is to pick up a car rental from Colombo, which is about 124 km from Weligama. You’ll find branches of Ace and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Weligama

KTYKalutara Katukurunda
BJTBentota River
HRIHambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l

Where to stay in Weligama

Average rates range from around $49 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $153 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Weligama

Most booked hotels in Weligama

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Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1521 reviews)
$378+
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Garton's Cape
5 stars
Excellent (8, 275 reviews)
$139+
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Renting a car in Weligama

Expect to pay $4.09 per gallon in Weligama (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $49.06 and $65.41.

Expect to pay $4.09 per gallon in Weligama (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $49.06 and $65.41.