Where to Eat

Taste the best of Hikkaduwa

Fresh-catch seafood, beachfront grills, tropical cocktails, and cozy cafes curated for beach lovers and travelers exploring the coral coast.

Hikkaduwa Travel•Coral Coast, Sri Lanka

4.0

International

Citrus Hikkaduwa

400 Galle Road, Hikkaduwa 80240, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 10:30 PM

Located along Hikkaduwa’s vibrant coast, this stylish beachfront hotel offers modern rooms, a refreshing outdoor pool, and spectacular Indian Ocean views for an unforgettable tropical getaway.

Exquisite "Catch of the Day" seafood platters at Lemon Fish, showcasing the freshest local flavors of the Southern Province in a sophisticated, open-air dining setting.Vibrant sunset cocktail hours at Summer Salt bar, providing a perfectly aesthetic backdrop for high-resolution travel photography and cinematic social media reels.Customized beachside BBQ dinners under the stars, offering a moody and intimate atmosphere for capturing premium visual content for your digital marketing projects.+1

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4.0

Sri Lankan

Coral Sands Hotel

326 Galle Road, Hikkaduwa 80240, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 10:30 PM

Located on Hikkaduwa beach, this vibrant coastal retreat offers sweeping ocean views, two relaxing pools, and unparalleled access to the breathtaking marine coral reef sanctuary.

Incredible beachfront dinner buffets featuring fresh, locally sourced Hikkaduwa seafood and traditional Sri Lankan curries, perfect for satisfying your appetite after a day of snorkeling.Signature tropical cocktails served at the Station Bar during golden hour, providing an aesthetic, moody backdrop for your Digital Escapes travel blog photography.Customized beachside dining experiences allowing you to capture high-end, magazine-quality visual content while listening to the waves crash along the southern coastal strip.+1

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3.0

Sri Lankan

At Ease Beach Hotel

902 Galle Road, Thiranagama, Hikkaduwa 80240, Sri Lanka

7:30 AM – 11:00 PM

Nestled peacefully on Hikkaduwa's southern beach, this intimate, family-owned boutique hotel offers eco-friendly beachfront comfort, a sun-drenched pool, and warm, deeply personalized Sri Lankan hospitality.

Hearty Sri Lankan and Continental breakfasts served on the outdoor terrace, allowing you to start your day with fresh tropical fruit and the sound of the ocean.Casual, laid-back beachfront dining featuring fresh local seafood catches and traditional Sri Lankan curries prepared with care by the in-house team.Eco-conscious hospitality, actively reducing plastic waste by providing guests with reusable metal water bottles and filtered water stations throughout their stay.+1

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5.0

Fusion

Crystal Sands

No. 120, Galle Road, Rathgama, Galle 80250, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Redefining coastal luxury in Rathgama, this exclusive "sky villa" hotel offers massive private terraces with plunge pools, sleek modern interiors, and unparalleled views of the Indian Ocean.

Sophisticated "Sky-High" dining at the rooftop restaurant, featuring a curated menu of fresh Southern seafood and international gourmet classics.Signature artisanal cocktails and premium spirits served at The Sky Deck, one of the region's most exclusive rooftop bars with 360-degree coastal views.Private, in-villa gourmet BBQ experiences where a personal chef prepares a bespoke seafood feast on your expansive ocean-facing terrace.+1

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5.0

International

Aditya Resort

719/1, Galle - Colombo Rd, Devenigoda, Rathgama 80212, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Located on Rathgama beach, this intimate luxury boutique resort offers opulent suites with private plunge pools, world-class spa treatments, and exquisite personalized 24-hour dining experiences.

"Dine anywhere, anytime" concept allowing personalized meals in your suite, by the pool, or on the secluded beach.Customized Sri Lankan culinary experiences featuring fresh ingredients sourced daily from the local village fish market.Exquisite catch-of-the-day seafood platters and gourmet international dishes prepared by expertly trained resident chefs.+1

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5.0

International

Haritha Villas & Spa

79/28 Pinkanda Road, Hikkaduwa 80240, Sri Lanka

6:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Nestled in a verdant Hikkaduwa jungle, this luxurious boutique retreat offers bespoke, unscripted farm-to-table dining experiences overlooking an infinity pool and lush tropical rainforest canopy.

"Unscripted" farm-to-table dining customized completely to your personal preferences and tastesFreshly caught local seafood sourced daily from the nearby Hikkaduwa fish marketPersonalized Ayurvedic menus curated in consultation with the resident Ayurvedic doctor+1

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4.5

International

Riff Hikkaduwa

No.870 Galle Rd, Hikkaduwa 80244, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

As Hikkaduwa’s premier design hotel, this luxurious beachfront retreat offers striking contemporary architecture, an exquisite rooftop Japanese restaurant, and vibrant global dining by the ocean.

Authentic Japanese sushi and specialty seafood crafted by certified sommeliers at True Blue"Fisherman's pot" ocean catches and contemporary Sri Lankan tasting plates at The Main RestaurantExquisite handcrafted tropical cocktails and premium Ceylon teas served at the Lobby Bar+1

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4.5

International

Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon

360 Galle Rd, Hikkaduwa 80240, Sri Lanka

7:30 AM – 11:00 PM

Famed for its lively bohemian atmosphere, this vibrant beachfront resort in Hikkaduwa offers exceptional global dining, fresh seafood, and direct access to nesting sea turtles.

Exquisite seafood specialties and mouthwatering sushi served at The Crab ShackAuthentic Italian handcrafted pastas and homemade pizzas at Il TramontoGenerous international and traditional Sri Lankan buffets at the lively Tranzfusion+1

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