Apartments in Weligama Bay
Avalon Weligama
Renovated apartments for longer surf stays
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Weligama, on Sri Lanka's south coast, is a sweeping, sandy bay with gentle waves that have made it one of the best places in the country to learn to surf. Surf schools line the beach, and the town has a growing number of cafes, yoga studios and small hotels.
It's also a short drive from Mirissa's whale-watching boats, the old Dutch fort at Galle and a string of smaller beaches. The places we list are beachfront resorts, villas and apartments along or just behind the bay.
- From Colombo airport
- Around 2.5 to 3 hours by the expressway
- Best season
- Roughly November to April
- Nearby
- Mirissa (whale watching), Galle Fort, Koggala, Hiriketiya
- Getting around
- Tuk-tuks, scooters and the coastal train
Places to stay in Weligama
6 hotels
Hotel in Weligama Bay
Florance Nice Hotel
A quiet base with a sun terrace and tour desk
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Resort in Weligama Bay
Golden Bay Resort and Restaurant
Seafood, a bar and a garden near the surf
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Resort in Weligama Bay
Surasa Beach Resort | Weligama | Sri lanka
A private beach area on Weligama Bay
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Villa in Weligama Bay
Villa 2B1 weligama
A stylish garden stay with a sociable bar
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Weligama, area by area
Weligama's long bay curves around from the town and its tiny Taprobane Island towards Mirissa in the east.
Weligama Bay
Best for learning to surf and beach life
The main beach has soft sand and long, gentle waves, ideal for beginners. Surf schools, board rentals and beach cafes line the shore, and the coastal road runs just behind with restaurants and guesthouses.
At the western end, Taprobane Island, a tiny islet with a villa built by a French count, sits just offshore, and stilt fishermen can sometimes be seen on the coast nearby.
Questions about staying in Weligama
Is Weligama good for beginner surfers?
Yes, it's one of the best places in Sri Lanka to learn, with gentle, consistent waves and many surf schools.
Where can I go whale watching?
Boats leave from Mirissa harbour, about 10 minutes away, from roughly November to April. Blue whales and dolphins are often seen.
How far is Galle from Weligama?
About 45 minutes by road or train.
When is the best time to visit?
November to April, when the south coast is driest and the sea calmest.
Is Weligama good for families?
Yes. The bay's gentle waves and sandy beach suit children, and surf schools offer lessons for younger learners.
What else is there to do nearby?
Visit Galle Fort, see the stilt fishermen near Koggala, relax at Mirissa or Hiriketiya beaches, or take a day trip inland to tea plantations and rainforest.