AU$48 Mahiyanganaya accommodation

if you're thinking about heading to Mahiyanganaya, it would be smart to organise it ages in advance. There's only 1 hotel within 10 kilometres.

Wotif suggests securing a room at the Mapakada Village, as it's the only place close to the action.

If you're happy with spending a night or two 25 kilometres from the city's core, look into the Villa Tee Four.

If you want to explore some close by localities, check out Makuldeniya and Gankewala. Travel 25 kilometres to the west from Mahiyanganaya and you'll find Makuldeniya. That said, Gankewala is 30 kilometres to the west. Makuldeniya hotels include the Polwaththa Eco Lodges and The Kandy Samadhi Centre. Gankewala options are the Lanka Villas Holiday Resort and Sandalwood.

Get your sports fix by making a trip to Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, which is situated to the west of Mahiyanganaya. Sleep right near the action at the Sedevo Chalets or the White Villa.

Visitors arriving or departing via Bandaranaike International Airport may choose to book accommodation at the Amagi Lagoon or the Full Moon Garden Hotel, which are both a short ride away.