Polhena

Nilawala Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Nilawala Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Nilawala Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Polhena is the closest place located 1100 meters from the beach.

Good for Relax

5.6

/ 10 Pleasant

#236 out of 235
in Polhena

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Nilawala Beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 236th place out of 235 beaches in the Sri Lanka region 133.8 km away from its center, the city of Colombo. It is one of the beaches of Polhena settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with brown water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Nilawala Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Madiha Beach, which has a rating of 8.1.

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Historical

+31 ^oC +26 ^oC

Air temperature

3.1 M/S

Wind

+30 ^oC

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Very poor

2.1/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Poor

3/10

Amenities

Bad

0.5/10

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Nilawala Beach is located in Sri Lanka within Polhena, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"The so-called beauty of the Sri Lankan sea is nothing but a mirage. The water is murky and polluted, and the sand is littered with trash. The hot sun beats down mercilessly, making it unbearable to even step foot on the beach. The noise from the constant stream of tourists is deafening, ruining any chance of peace and tranquility. Overall, the Sri Lankan beach is a disappoin..."

Kaviraj Suryakant

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Excellent location! Lots of inspiring beaches and accommodation options nearby.

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - narrow
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

Rumassala, Sri Lanka

Jungle Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access

Rumassala 0.4 km

Polhena, Sri Lanka

Polhena Beach

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Polhena 0.4 km

Matara, Sri Lanka

Matara Beach

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

Matara 0.6 km

Walgama, Sri Lanka

Madiha Beach

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access

Walgama 0.7 km

Matara, Sri Lanka

Lakshawaththa Beach

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Matara 2.5 km

Devinuwara, Sri Lanka

Wellamadama Surfing Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom

Devinuwara 1.8 km

Kamburugamuwa, Sri Lanka

Kamburugamuwa Beach

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom

Kamburugamuwa 0.7 km

Thalaramba, Sri Lanka

Britch Mystery Beach

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Thalaramba 0.6 km

Devinuwara, Sri Lanka

Hummana Beach Dondra

7.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access

Devinuwara 0.8 km

Devinuwara, Sri Lanka

Beach of Devinuwara

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Devinuwara 0.6 km

Mirissa, Sri Lanka

Mirissa Beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water

Mirissa 0.6 km

Mirissa, Sri Lanka

Secret Beach Mirissa

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access

Mirissa 0.9 km

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Polhena• 14 min walk
Acquabey Surf Villa• 14 min walk
Tropi Turtle Guestho...• 21 min walk
Beach inns holiday r...• 29 min walk

Attractions

Hotel Nawathana• 14 min walk
Dutch Reformed Churc...• 16 min walk
පරෙවි දූව විහාරස්ථාන...• 18 min walk
The Shrine of Our La...• 22 min walk

Transport

KCT• 24.7km
Pamburana Bus Stop• 15 min walk
Matara• 20 min walk

Localities

Polhena• 1.1km
Colombo• 133.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Nilawala Beach?

The coastline of Nilawala Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water near the beach is brown, it does not look very good. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Nilawala Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Nilawala Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Nilawala Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Nilawala Beach is fully protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Nilawala Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Nilawala Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Nilawala Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Nilawala Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Polhena is the closest place located 1100 meters from the beach.

How far is the Nilawala Beach from parking?

The Nilawala Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Nilawala Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Nilawala Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Hotel Nawathana located in 1.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Nilawala Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Nilawala Beach is April. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is September with air temperature 29°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.