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Set within 800 metres of Lunuganga and 3.5 km of Bentota Lake in Bentota, Yathra Houseboat provides accommodation with seating area.

A continental breakfast is served each morning at the property. Guests can opt for a 2 hour cruise trip while making a reservation at Yathra Houseboat.

Staff went to great lengths to be friendly and helpful. Food was excellent. Would definitely recommend staying 2 nights. Exceptional service and lovely environment. Staying on the river was a lovely way to end our tour.

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SEK 2,930
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Get out on the water (without ever leaving the dock!) on a commercial boat. Guests have access to a partial or entire boat, yacht or houseboat, which will remain docked throughout the stay. Meals and additional services may be available -- a nautical getaway awaits.
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Boat accommodation that guests love in Bentota

  • Avg. price/night: SEK 769.38
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 125 reviews
    Free transfer on boat to beach:) Polite and friendly staff. Bath is ok. Beautiful view from the balcony.
    Maksim
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 1,195.37
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 98 reviews
    The location is by the Bentota river. The property offers a boat safari into the river that takes you through the mangroves. The pricing for the boat ride in an off season is very reasonable. The food is simple but very well made. The entire staff at Waterside Bentota was extremely hospitable and helpful.
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    Tanvi
    Family with young children
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 275 reviews
    The boat trip on the river and staff friendly Breakfast selection is good also
    Bilel
    Family with young children
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 275 reviews
    The hotel arrival and check-in was lovely, as we crossed a river on a boat to arrive to the lobby entrance where we participated in a candle lighting upon entrance. Our family suite was a perfect size for a family of four. We had a room divider (sliding door) to separate the master bedroom and ensuite from the kids room/living area with sofa. Our children loved the pool and we enjoyed spending our days near the kids pools and kids bar.
    Melody
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 996.14
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews
    Location is awesome. First time the ground balcony touching the pool. The lagoon is 3 feet from the pool. Good breakfast unlimited Indian food. Boating starts from the accommodation itself. One hour boatingfor $40 that too a 6 seater motor boat showing lot of water birds and animals. The whole family enjoyed.
    VALLINAYAGAM
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 117.19
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 117 reviews
    Very clean. Helpful owner who arranged good value boat trip and taxi, beautiful gardens. Comfortable room with good ac. V good value for money, much nicer than most hotels I stayed in. I would recommend.
    Maggie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 769.38
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 125 reviews
    Nice clean rooms with usb ports in electrical sockets. Good breakfast with plenty of fresh fruit. Easy walking distance to more restaurants. Friendly, helpful hosts. Beach is across the lagoon but hosts took us in their boat
    alison
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 152.14
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 156 reviews
    The hosts were incredibly friendly and helpful. The food was delicious, and there's a beautiful beach just 50 meters from the villa. We saw wild monkeys in the trees outside the terrace several times. The host also organized an incredible riverboat safari for us. Excellent value for money.
    Frode
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 1,195.37
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 98 reviews
    Absolutely amazing! Everything about it, the wonderful kind staff, the beautiful setting, the wildlife. I can recommend eating there- we did every night as the food was so good. Definitely do a boat trip with them, it was such a lovely experience. I can’t say enough how much we loved it and will definitely be back!
    Marianne
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 598.69
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 16 reviews
    Amazing view from our room, very helpful staff. We got sick so it was a nice surprise to find out the Ajurveda Center belongs to the hotel, inhalations they organized helped. One morning my son was sick and sleeping longer, restaurant staff brought breakfast to our tarasse. Boats and ski jets are here to be used/rented. Swimming pool is nice too.
    Ewelina
    Family with young children