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

Negombo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Negombo

With a population of 137,223, Negombo is a must-see destination in Western, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Negombo to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Negombo

Negombo in July
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1182
1 night at 3-star hotel
Negombo in July
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1182
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Negombo in April, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is March, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 370 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Negombo, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.

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How to Get to Negombo

Plane

When flying to Negombo, you’ll arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB), which is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Negombo is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 30 km from Negombo. You’ll find branches of AbbyCar Car Rentals and AcaRent, among others, in Colombo.

Plane

When flying to Negombo, you’ll arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB), which is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Negombo is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 30 km from Negombo. You’ll find branches of AbbyCar Car Rentals and AcaRent, among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Negombo

KTYKalutara Katukurunda
CMBColombo Bandaranaike Intl
DWOColombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base

Airlines serving Negombo

KLM
Good (1,460 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,815 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,238 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,883 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,538 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,750 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,420 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,369 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,180 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,965 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,463 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (962 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (196 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,152 reviews)
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Where to stay in Negombo

From 5-star hotels such as the Amagi Aria to great affordable options like the Hotel J Negombo, Negombo offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 3,162 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 8,850 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ziegler Cottage and Hotel Shanelo.

Where to stay in popular areas of Negombo

Most booked hotels in Negombo

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Sentido Heritance Negombo
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 10,365+
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Jetwing Blue
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,730+
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Jetwing Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,730+
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Regal Réseau Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,733+
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Hotel J Negombo
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
₹ 2,615+
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Hiring a car in Negombo

Expect to pay ₹ 100 per litre in Negombo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,200 and ₹ 1,600. The most frequently booked car type in Negombo is Mini (Suzuki Wagon R or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Perodua Axia or similar) is, on average, 37% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 100 per litre in Negombo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,200 and ₹ 1,600. The most frequently booked car type in Negombo is Mini (Suzuki Wagon R or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Perodua Axia or similar) is, on average, 37% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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