Thaala Bentota
Bentota, 80500 Bentota, Sri Lanka – Excellent location – show map – Train Access
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Thaala Bentota is located on the best beach strip along Sri Lanka’s western coastline. The property is 62 mi from Bandaranaike International Airport and 41 mi away from the city of Colombo. Designed by world-renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, who took inspiration from an 18th-century Dutch village. The property has a contemporary feel and offers a tropical island beachside haven. Thaala Bentota houses two outdoor pools and ample parking facilities. The luxury guest rooms feature modern designs furnished with an executive desk, 42” flat screen television, luxury amenities and complimentary Wi-Fi. Each room has a private balcony or courtyard facing the ocean. Guests can choose from the extensive multi-cuisine buffet that is on offer at the Breeze Restaurant or for contemporary Asian cuisine head over to the Frangipani Restaurant and experience bold flavors in specialty dishes. The hotel’s watering hole Chatters Bar offers live entertainment and the best of local and international spirits & cocktails along with pub grub food. Guests can visit the water sports center which is in close proximity to the property that has water skiing, wake boarding and windsurfing facilities on offer or enjoy indoor games including a game of pool, darts or learn the local’s favorite game carom. Visit the Avani spa to unwind and relax after a heavy day of activities.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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- 2 swimming pools
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
Vajira
Sri Lanka“The hotel staff is very friendly and provides an excellent service. The buffet has so many varieties of options. Kelum at the buffet area and Tamasi(?) at the front desk too really good care of us. Bentota has one of the best beaches in Sri Lanka...”
Masoud
Egypt“Relax, wonderful place ,beach side, a lot of wild animals,swimming pool, outdoors area”
Alisa
Russia“Everything was so nice! Clean room, big and delicious breakfast, huge and clean swimming pool! The staff were super friendly and nice. Individual thank you to the manager who organised for us the cake, because I had a birthday that day!”
Area info
Restaurants2 Restaurants On Site
- Breeze Restaurant
- CuisineAmerican • British • Local • Asian • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Gluten-free
- Frangipani Restaurant
- CuisineInternational
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
Resort facilities at Thaala BentotaGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
- 2 swimming pools
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- View
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rental
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Water sports facilities on siteAdditional charge
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Ping-pong
- Pool tableAdditional charge
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Accessible parking
- Lockers
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/Puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Wheelchair accessible
- Open all year
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Open all year
- Suitable for kids
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Kids' pool
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- SaunaAdditional charge
- German
- English
House rulesThaala Bentota takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please present the same credit card used to guarantee your booking when checking in / making payment at the resort.
If you are making payment using another cardholder's credit card, kindly provide the following to the resort prior to your arrival:
1) Authorization letter with cardholder's signature
2) Copy of the cardholder's card (front and back of card with cardholder's signature)
3) Copy of the cardholder’s passport or driver’s license
Please note that the resort may contact the cardholder for verification purposes.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Thaala Bentota of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
FAQs about Thaala Bentota
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Thaala Bentota has 2 restaurants:
- Frangipani Restaurant
- Breeze Restaurant
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The prices at Thaala Bentota may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The nearest beach is 500 feet from Thaala Bentota. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Thaala Bentota offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Massage
- Pool table
- Snorkeling
- Ping-pong
- Diving
- Fishing
- Windsurfing
- Evening entertainment
- Beachfront
- Couples' massage
- Swimming pool
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Personal trainer
- Fitness
- Bicycle rental
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Water sports facilities on site
- Hand massage
- Beach
- Neck massage
- Fitness classes
- Spa facilities
- Head massage
- Back massage
- Yoga classes
- Foot bath
- Full-body massage
- Foot massage
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Room options at Thaala Bentota include:
- Double
- Suite
- Villa
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Check-in at Thaala Bentota is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Thaala Bentota is 1,500 feet from the center of Bentota. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at Thaala Bentota can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
