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.
When to visit Negombo
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.
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 SR RENT A CAR and Hertz, among others, in Colombo.
Airports near Negombo
Airlines serving Negombo
Where to stay in Negombo
From 5-star hotels such as the Amagi Aria to great affordable options like the J Leaf Hotel By Blue Bird, Negombo offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $47 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $139 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Negombo
Most booked hotels in Negombo
Hiring a car in Negombo
Hiring a car in Negombo costs $51 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 24% cheaper than airport locations in Negombo.
Expect to pay $2.25 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 $27.00 and $36.00. The most frequently booked car type in Negombo is Compact (Perodua Axia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.