Mount Lavinia

Mount Laviniya Beach

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

The bar is located right on the Mount Laviniya Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Steam Boat Mount Lavinia Beach is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

Senior friendly

7.7

/ 10 Very good

#72 out of 235
in Dehiwala

Add review Post photo on map

About

Mount Laviniya Beach is located on the Laccadive Sea (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 72th place out of 235 beaches in the Sri Lanka region 10.8 km away from its center, the city of Colombo. It is one of the beaches of Dehiwala settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with turquoise 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, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Mount Laviniya Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

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 directly on the beach.

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Dehiwala Beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

Weather

Today Tomorrow Apr, 21 Apr, 22 Apr, 23 Apr, 24 Apr, 25 Apr, 26 Apr, 27 Apr, 28 Apr, 29 Apr, 30 May, 1 May, 2 May, 3 May, 4 May, 5 May, 6 May, 7 May, 8 May, 9 May, 10 May, 11 May, 12 May, 13 May, 14 May, 15 May, 16 May, 17 May, 18 May, 19 May, 20 May, 21 May, 22 May, 23 May, 24 May, 25 May, 26 May, 27 May, 28 May, 29 May, 30 May, 31 Jun, 1 Jun, 2 Jun, 3 Jun, 4 Jun, 5 Jun, 6 Jun, 7 Jun, 8 Jun, 9 Jun, 10 Jun, 11 Jun, 12 Jun, 13 Jun, 14 Jun, 15 Jun, 16 Jun, 17 Jun, 18 Jun, 19 Jun, 20 Jun, 21 Jun, 22 Jun, 23 Jun, 24 Jun, 25 Jun, 26 Jun, 27 Jun, 28 Jun, 29 Jun, 30 Jul, 1 Jul, 2 Jul, 3 Jul, 4 Jul, 5 Jul, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 8 Jul, 9 Jul, 10 Jul, 11 Jul, 12 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 15 Jul, 16 Jul, 17 Jul, 18 Jul, 19 Jul, 20 Jul, 21 Jul, 22 Jul, 23 Jul, 24 Jul, 25 Jul, 26 Jul, 27 Jul, 28 Jul, 29 Jul, 30 Jul, 31 Aug, 1 Aug, 2 Aug, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 5 Aug, 6 Aug, 7 Aug, 8 Aug, 9 Aug, 10 Aug, 11 Aug, 12 Aug, 13 Aug, 14 Aug, 15 Aug, 16 Aug, 17 Aug, 18 Aug, 19 Aug, 20 Aug, 21 Aug, 22 Aug, 23 Aug, 24 Aug, 25 Aug, 26 Aug, 27 Aug, 28 Aug, 29 Aug, 30 Aug, 31 Sep, 1 Sep, 2 Sep, 3 Sep, 4 Sep, 5 Sep, 6 Sep, 7 Sep, 8 Sep, 9 Sep, 10 Sep, 11 Sep, 12 Sep, 13 Sep, 14 Sep, 15 Sep, 16 Sep, 17 Sep, 18 Sep, 19 Sep, 20 Sep, 21 Sep, 22 Sep, 23 Sep, 24 Sep, 25 Sep, 26 Sep, 27 Sep, 28 Sep, 29 Sep, 30 Oct, 1 Oct, 2 Oct, 3 Oct, 4 Oct, 5 Oct, 6 Oct, 7 Oct, 8 Oct, 9 Oct, 10 Oct, 11 Oct, 12 Oct, 13 Oct, 14 Oct, 15 Oct, 16 Oct, 17 Oct, 18

Historical

+33 ^oC +24 ^oC

Air temperature

4.4 M/S

Wind

+30 ^oC

Water temperature

1 M

Wave height

Dehiwala, ,

even more interesting beaches

View

Key features

Rare and important points

Good for seniors

See all

Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Pleasant

6/10

Amenities

Good

6.8/10

Booking.com

Mount Laviniya Beach is located in Sri Lanka within Dehiwala, 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 City of Colombo boasts of an exquisite beach that is perfect for a family outing, especially with young ones. The beach is adorned with a variety of restaurants and bars that cater to various tastes and preferences. However, it is important to exercise caution as some beggars with erratic behavior may also frequent the area. Nonetheless, the beach is a natural wonder tha..."

Kavindu Samarasinghe.

"This beach is undoubtedly one of the most stunning in the entire country. Not only are there plenty of restaurants to choose from for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, but it's also just a short drive from the city, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing evening. Additionally, it's a romantic location for couples to stroll along the shoreline hand in hand. As an added bonus,..."

Marco Santoro

Booking.com

Photo of Mount Laviniya Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Mount Laviniya Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Mount Laviniya Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Mount Laviniya Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Mount Laviniya Beach amenities area

Photo of Mount Laviniya Beach and the settlement

Photo of Mount Laviniya Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

All photos

Panoramas

Add to list

User reviews

Kavindu Samarasinghe.

Marco Santoro

Read all reviews

Stays nearby

A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

View map

Beach features

Click any to view all beaches in the area with choisen feature or See all to filter

General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - sufficient
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

Access

Improve beach data!

Found a discrepancy?

Make your contribution by updating the data.

Booking.com

Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.7 (Good)

Dehiwala, Sri Lanka

Dehiwala Beach

7.7

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

Dehiwala 1.1 km

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Steam Boat Mount Lav...• 1 min walk
Boat Haus Cafe• 2 min walk
Surf Club• 3 min walk
The Shore By O!• 6 min walk

Attractions

Haus Chandra Beach H...• 3 min walk
Mount Breeze• 3 min walk
Dehiwala beech• 4 min walk
Mount Lavinia Beach• 6 min walk

Transport

CMB• 37.6km
Roxy Garden Bus Stop• 2.6km
Dehiwala Railway Sta...• 14 min walk

Localities

Dehiwala• 1.1km
Colombo• 10.8km

Travelers reviews

7.7/10 Very good

Average Reviews rating

Contribute

Share your experience with other travelers

Reviews
Q&A

7.7/10 Very good

Average Reviews rating

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Mount Laviniya Beach?

The coastline of Mount Laviniya Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Mount Laviniya Beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Mount Laviniya Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Mount Laviniya Beach good for swimming?

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

Mount Laviniya Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Mount Laviniya Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Mount Laviniya 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.

What are the key audiences of Mount Laviniya Beach?

Mount Laviniya Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Senior people

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

The bar is located right on the Mount Laviniya Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Steam Boat Mount Lavinia Beach is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

How far is the Mount Laviniya Beach from parking?

The Mount Laviniya Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Mount Laviniya Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Mount Laviniya Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Haus Chandra Beach Hotel located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Mount Laviniya Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Mount Laviniya Beach is March. Its average value reaches 34°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 29°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Mount Laviniya Beach (Sri Lanka) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.