Where to stay

in Koggala

Experience upscale Koggala: its oceanfront, culture, beaches, and more!

Head to sights like Koggala Lake and Koggala Beach as you discover Koggala—an area also notable for its beaches.

Ritipanna is the Sinhalese term for stilt fishing, which is a traditional method for fishing practiced by most fishermen along the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This art is popularly seen in areas such as Ahangama, Koggala, Welipenna, Kathaluwa and Thalarambe. A narrow pole is tied to a stick that is anchored on the sea bed. Fisher folk climb onto this stick and settle on the pole for a few hours in an effort to catch some fish. Fishermen found on stilts are those who do not have access to sophisticated equipment for fishing. These men can make a living simply with the help of two wooden poles to make a stilt. One pole is nailed onto the sea bed and the other is placed like a cross bar and acts as a plank for the fishermen to sit on. Each stilt can accommodate only one fisherman. For catching fish, they create a rod made of Kithul, and a small plastic bag is tied around their waist to hold the fish that they catch. With one hand they hold onto the stilt and with the other they hold the rod that catches fish. The tradition of stilt fishing will always be practiced by those who cannot afford to invest in modern fishing equipment.

Top-rated places to stay near the beach in Koggala

The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle is a hotel featuring 3 restaurants and free WiFi. It's located just steps from Koggala Beach. Koggala Beach Hotel is a hotel featuring free WiFi and free parking. It's located a 10-minute walk from Koggala Beach, so you'll be well situated for your beach vacation.

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Best places to stay for families

Koggala Beach Hotel is a hotel featuring a children's pool and a restaurant. The Long Beach Resort is a resort featuring 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants.

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Top luxury accommodations in Koggala

The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle is luxury a hotel featuring 3 restaurants and free valet parking. Habaraduwa House is luxury a guesthouse featuring a terrace and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 13-minute walk from Koggala Lake.

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Best places to stay with pools

ZEN Koggala Lakefront Boutique Retreat is a hotel featuring a kid's pool and free WiFi. You'll also be located within 1.2 mi (2km) of Koggala Lake.

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Top places to stay near the airport in Koggala

The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle is a hotel featuring 3 restaurants and free WiFi. Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa is a hotel featuring an airport shuttle and a full-service spa. South Lake Resort Koggala is a hotel featuring an airport shuttle and a full-service spa.

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