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Sri Lanka · Western Province

Best beaches in Mount Lavinia

5 ranked beaches in Mount Lavinia, Western Province

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Mount Lavinia

  1. 1

    Dehiwala Beach

    Lesser-known stretch offering quieter environment and scenic views.

    7.0
  2. 2

    Kirimetiyagara Beach

    Quiet, less-known beach, ideal for relaxing and sunsets.

    7.0
  3. 3

    Moratuwa Beach

    Scenic beach near Moratuwa, off the main tourist path.

    7.0
  4. 4

    Mount Lavinia Beach

    Iconic city-adjacent beach, popular for tourists, families, and sunsets.

    7.0
  5. 5

    Ratmalana Beach

    Hidden gem offering tranquility close to Colombo.

    7.0

What makes Mount Lavinia's beaches stand out?

Mount Lavinia sits in Western Province, Sri Lanka and is home to 5 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Mount Lavinia or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.