Dutugemunu Travel Guide
Mount Lavinia
Popular places to visit
Dehiwala Zoological Garden
Why not visit the animals who call Dehiwala Zoological Garden home during your trip to Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Siddhalepa Ayurveda Hospital
If Siddhalepa Ayurveda Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia.
Sri Lanka Air Force Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sri Lanka Air Force Museum in Kandawala. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Dutugemunu
Ara by Colombo Villas
Shangri-La Colombo
Probably, if not the best hotel in Colombo. I was assigned to a room that faces the sea as well as Biera Lake. The hotel, which is also accessible through one of the largest mall is a huge bonus. This gives plenty of options for food. The breakfast at the hotel was amazing. Certainly will return ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Marino Beach Colombo
This is a great hotel, I really couldn’t fault it. Scrupulously clean, and the staff are fantastic, friendly, courteous and welcoming. The laundry deserves a special mention, they ironed my complicated trousers perfectly, far better than I can do it! Well done.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Mount Lavinia Hotel
Amazing views and terrace. Polite and helpful staff
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
Had a very comfortable stay. Awesome city view of the Lotus tower. Excellent service. Food was not all that great.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Taj Samudra
At check-in, we were told our room was not ready even though we arrived 2 hrs after check in time, when I questioned why that was the case for a “5 star” hotel, they miraculously found another room available to give us, figure that! There were plenty of friendly staff, but they were not attentive. ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dutugemunu
Kohuwala
Kohuwala might not have many top sights, but Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Mount Lavinia Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Katukurunduwatta
While there might not be top attractions in Katukurunduwatta, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Lavinia Beach and Dehiwala Zoological Garden.
