Mankadawala accommodation from AU$12

The Ruwanwelisaya and the Thuparamaya also have a number of accommodations nearby. The Avasta Resort and Spa and the City Resort are among the options close to the Ruwanwelisaya. The Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel and the Senowin Holiday Resort are close to the Thuparamaya.

For more options, try out the Ulagalla by Uga Escapes and the Palm Garden Village. They are 25 kilometres and 15 kilometres respectively from the center. Others include the Hotel Alakamanda, 11 kilometres away, and the Indika Lake Resort, 6 kilometres.

If you'd like to go to some nearby cities, try Attikulama and Pahala Maragahawewa. Travel 11 kilometres to the south of Mankadawala and you'll discover Attikulama. That said, Pahala Maragahawewa is 35 kilometres to the southwest. Attikulama accommodations are the Crystal V Tourist Resort and Peacock Tourist Rest. Pahala Maragahawewa choices are the Mahoora Tented Safari Camp - Wilpattu and Big Game Camp Wilpattu.

Before your Mankadawala trip comes to an end, why not spend an hour or two rubbing shoulders and cheering along with Sri Lanka sports fans at a local game? Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is found to the south of Mankadawala. The Bluesky Guest House and the Sundaras Resort & Spa are close to the action.

Bandaranaike International Airport is the most logical airport for accessing Mankadawala and is 150 kilometres from the heart of town. If you choose to stay nearby, try the Amagi Lagoon or the Full Moon Garden Hotel.