Bentota Beach Resort

Overview

Nestled between the banks of the Bentota River and the golden shores of the Indian Ocean, Bentota Beach Hotel is a haven of relaxation and inspirational natural beauty. Bentota is modelled on the design of an ancient Dutch fort and is home to a luxury spa, gourmet dining venues and a range of leisure facilities. 90 minutes from Colombo, and situated in a tropical paradise, this beach hotel offers so much to see and do, from water sports to boating on the river and visiting historic attractions. Whether you are visiting with family or on a romantic couple’s break, Bentota Beach Hotel will make all your dreams of the perfect Sri Lankan holiday come true.

Holiday resort information

Room Types

There are 130 well-appointed guest rooms and 3 sumptuous suites to choose from at Bentota Beach Hotel, each one tastefully decorated and painted with a soothing palette of beiges and whites, offset by colourful fabrics and hand-woven tapestries.
All rooms come with a range of in-room amenities such as a private balcony or terrace, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities and cable TV.

Standard Rooms

Standard Rooms are 310 sq. ft. in size and offer charming garden views, or partial sea or lagoon views while 300 sq. ft.
Superior Rooms

Superior Rooms are conveniently situated on the main building and provide views of the ocean, pool, gardens or lagoon.
Deluxe Rooms

Deluxe Rooms are even more spacious at 385 sq. ft. and provide a soothing oasis complete with all the must-have amenities. But the most luxurious accommodation at this beach hotel is the 3 suites, which are each a generous 830 sq. ft. and comprise a separate living room, bedroom and en suite bathroom.
Suites

The 3 suites named Lotus, Alamanda and Frangipani suites are elegantly designed with supreme comfort and privacy in mind. If you’re looking for a tranquil beach resort accommodation then you can’t go far wrong with these luxurious suites.

Facilities

A great way to unwind is by booking a massage or facial at Azmaara Spa, or by taking scenic strolls along three pristine kilometres of golden sand – but if you want to try a more active pursuit, head to Club Inter Sport and try their selection of exhilarating motorised water sports. The hotel also boasts tennis and squash courts and offers archery and beach volleyball.
PADI diving is available at certain times of the year, or you can arrange to go on any one of a range of fascinating natural and cultural excursions, from visiting turtle hatcheries to exploring the historic Dutch fort at Galle.

Restaurants

Bentota Beach Hotel’s main eatery is the Peacock Restaurant, which offers delicious all-day buffet dining, specializing in a pleasing blend of international and Asian dishes. There are 7 different themed dinners each week to add extra variety and expand your culinary horizons.

Peacock Restaurant

Bentota Beach Hotel’s main eatery is the Peacock Restaurant, which offers delicious all-day buffet dining, specializing in a pleasing blend of international and Asian dishes. There are 7 different themed dinners each week to add extra variety and expand your culinary horizons.
Araliya

A wide range of dishes can also be enjoyed at Araliya, the hotel’s signature restaurant, which is open for dinner from 7:30pm – 10:00pm and includes Italian and Asian dishes in its repertoire, not to mention plenty of fresh seafood, meat and tempting desserts. Guests can enjoy picturesque views of the Bentota River while they eat.
Sooriya

The third eatery at Bentota is Sooriya Terrace, a poolside restaurant which also overlooks the lagoon and dishes up an impressive choice of food, ranging from light bites, ice cream and sandwiches to more filling dishes such as pizza, pasta and Asian specialties. The perfect place to enjoy a snack or a relaxed midday meal in between refreshing dips in the hotel pool.
The Pontoon

The fourth and final restaurant is the Pontoon, a floating restaurant which can be reserved for special occasions and allows you to dine in style as you sail down the Bentota River. Whether you want a romantic dinner, cocktails or to celebrate a birthday, why not reserve this water-bound eatery for a meal you will never forget.
Lounge Bar

Last but not least, for nightly entertainment and an impressive selection of international and Sri Lankan beverages, make your way to the Lounge Bar and enjoy mingling with other guests in this elegant but relaxed setting.