Photo of Marawila beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Marawila beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Marawila beach with spacious shore

Photo of Marawila beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Marawila beach and the settlement

Photo of Marawila beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.8

Very good

Marawila beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Marawila beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Marawila beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Mintage Wine Stores is the closest place located 2000 meters from the beach.

Marawila, Sri Lanka

#60 out of 235 in Godawala Junction

7.8

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for swimming

Click on any feature to view all similar beaches in area

Located within the settlement

Godawala Junction • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Italian Restaurant Sale e Pepe Italian Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Bar Mintage Wine Stores

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Pronto Family restaurant

6.6 - Good 2.1km

Restaurant Dada's family restaurant

7.8 - Very good 2.3km

Restaurant J&J family restaurant (BYOB)

9.6 - Exceptional 2.5km

Cafe පැංචයි පැංචියි bubble

3.1km

Restaurant AYANA family restaurant

3.2km

Restaurant Heesara Family Restaurant

3.3km

Fast Food Restaurant Burger pronto

9 - Excellent 3.4km

Park The Rose Garden

3.6km

Playground Italian Gate Ground

3km

Playground Katuneriya School Playground

5.6km

Supermarket Vihani hotel & super center

2.6km

Supermarket Shewon Super

2.8km

Supermarket SANDALI SUPER GROCERY

5km

Supermarket Cargills Food City Express - Katuneriya

5.4km

Supermarket R Store

5.4km

Tourist Attraction Marawila Beach

390m

Tourist Attraction Nattandiya Town

5.3km

Historical Landmark Mahawewa Clock Tower

5.5km

View all on map

About

Marawila beach is located on the Laccadive Sea (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 60th place out of 235 beaches in the Sri Lanka region 52.4 km away from its center, the city of Colombo. It is one of the beaches of Godawala Junction settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Marawila beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Lansigama Beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

Marawila beach is located in Sri Lanka within Godawala Junction, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +25 ^o C

Air temperature

7.7 M/S

Wind

+28 ^o C

Water temperature

2.3 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Godawala Junction • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Italian Restaurant Sale e Pepe Italian Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Bar Mintage Wine Stores

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Pronto Family restaurant

6.6 - Good 2.1km

Restaurant Dada's family restaurant

7.8 - Very good 2.3km

Restaurant J&J family restaurant (BYOB)

9.6 - Exceptional 2.5km

Cafe පැංචයි පැංචියි bubble

3.1km

Restaurant AYANA family restaurant

3.2km

Restaurant Heesara Family Restaurant

3.3km

Fast Food Restaurant Burger pronto

9 - Excellent 3.4km

Park The Rose Garden

3.6km

Playground Italian Gate Ground

3km

Playground Katuneriya School Playground

5.6km

Supermarket Vihani hotel & super center

2.6km

Supermarket Shewon Super

2.8km

Supermarket SANDALI SUPER GROCERY

5km

Supermarket Cargills Food City Express - Katuneriya

5.4km

Supermarket R Store

5.4km

Tourist Attraction Marawila Beach

390m

Tourist Attraction Nattandiya Town

5.3km

Historical Landmark Mahawewa Clock Tower

5.5km

View all on map

Booking.com

Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

View map

Nearest Beaches

1.6km 21 min walk

Thalwila Beach Thalwila Beach

7.6 Very good

3.9km

Lansigama Beach Lansigama Beach

7.7 Very good

5.8km

Golden Beach Golden Beach

7.4 Good

7.9km

Ulhitiyawa Beach Ulhitiyawa Beach

7.7 Very good

9.4km

Iranawila Beach Iranawila Beach

7.1 Good

11.6km

Vellamankada Beach Vellamankada Beach

7.7 Very good

13.7km

Dolphin hotel beach Dolphin hotel beach

8 Very good

15.2km

Waikkala Beach Waikkala Beach

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Godawala Junction • 1.9km

Main locality of province

Colombo • 52.4km

Transport

Airport

CMB • 26.7km

Bus Station

Church Junction • 12.2km

Train Station

Thummodara Railway Station • 5.2km

All nearest beaches

You can set the search radius & filter nearest beaches by features

Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good

Contribute

Share your experience with other travelers

Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good

Nalini Samaraweera

6 Pleasant

The beach is quite messy and not suitable for swimming.

March 2023

Nalini Aravinda

10 Exceptional

Ah, the lovely Golden Beach. How original. I mean, who wouldn't want to spend their day surrounded by sand, sunburns, and screaming children? It's the perfect spot for those who enjoy the feeling of sand in every crevice of their body and the smell of sunscreen in their nostrils. And let's not forget the joy of constantly dodging frisbees and beach balls while trying to relax. Truly a paradise on earth.

March 2023

Aiden Rasmussen

6 Pleasant

Nestled close to the revered Sri Kurusa Shrine, this beach has the potential to be a stunning destination if only it were kept in better condition. Despite the presence of dustbins along the shoreline, litter seems to be a pervasive problem. It is my sincere hope that visitors will refrain from littering and help preserve the natural beauty of this area. On a brighter note, there are charming little wadai shops and ice cream vans in the vicinity, providing a sweet respite from the sun and sand.

March 2023

Samin Farooq.

10 Exceptional

The beach was absolutely amazing and stunningly beautiful. We particularly enjoyed watching the sunset in the evening.

March 2023

Saraiya Patel

8 Very good

Marawila beach is undoubtedly the main attraction of the town. The sandy stretch is adorned with swaying palm trees and is an ideal spot for sun-seekers to bask in the warm rays or watch the local fishermen at work. Inland, the Kurusa Palliya, or Holy Cross Church, is steeped in history and local lore of miraculous healings that date back to 1920. Legend has it that a child was cured of skin ailments by washing in the water used to clean a cross placed in a cemetery by a parish priest. Even today, people come to the Holy Cross seeking a cure for their ailments.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Marawila beach?

The coastline of Marawila beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Marawila beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Marawila beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Marawila beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.

The waves in the Marawila beach are usually strong.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Marawila beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Marawila beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Marawila beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Marawila beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Marawila beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Mintage Wine Stores is the closest place located 2000 meters from the beach.

How far is the Marawila beach from parking?

The Marawila beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Marawila beach?

There are 1 attractions near Marawila beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Marawila Beach located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Marawila beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Marawila beach is March. Its average value reaches 34°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 29°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.