Taj Bentota Resort & Spa
6.415997, 79.997115Overview
5-star beachfront resort overlooking the Indian Ocean with Ayurvedic wellness and family-friendly amenities
Accommodations & Views
Taj Bentota Resort & Spa has 162 well-appointed rooms with ocean or garden views, each featuring a private balcony with outdoor seating. The property offers a zero-edge outdoor pool that overlooks the Indian Ocean, providing panoramic coastal views from the lounge area. Guests can choose between sea-facing or garden-facing rooms; the newly refurbished Premium Sea View rooms include modern bathrooms with walk-in showers.
Dining & Culinary
The hotel operates 5 dining venues: The Palms 24-hour restaurant serves international cuisine, while the Oriental Pavilion offers authentic Chinese food in a dedicated setting. Open-air S.H.A.C.K. specialises in fresh seafood and grilled dishes right on the beachfront, and Sea View provides fine dining with ocean panoramas. Two bars - Tease Bar and a second bar - offer cocktails and wine, and guests can order breakfast in the room or packed lunches for day trips.
Wellness & Spa
The award-winning J Wellness Circle spa provides extensive Ayurvedic treatments, including back, neck, foot, and full body massages, plus couples massage packages. Spa facilities include a steam room, sauna, fitness/spa locker rooms, and a dedicated wellness centre with private treatment rooms. Guests also have access to a comprehensive fitness centre with modern treadmills, bikes, and free weights, as well as daily yoga sessions and aqua aerobics led by activity staff.
Family & Recreation
Taj Bentota Resort & Spa offers dedicated children's amenities: a separate kids' pool, outdoor playground with play equipment, and board games for indoor fun. Daily scheduled activities include face painting, coin hunting, magic shows, and evening entertainment with live music and traditional Sri Lankan dance performances. For active guests, the property has a tennis court, billiards, darts, table tennis, and bicycle rental, plus direct beach access for swimming and water sports.
Location & Surroundings
The resort is located in Sri Lanka's Galle District, 60 km south of Colombo and approximately 90 km from Bandaranaike International Airport, with airport shuttle service available. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery for wildlife experiences, and the Madu River for ecological boat tours. Guests can also arrange day trips to Udawalawe National Park for elephant safaris and explore local beaches, shops, and restaurants within walking distance via tuk-tuk.
- Beachfront: Direct access to Bentota Beach with panoramic Indian Ocean views
- Rooms: 162 rooms with private balconies overlooking sea or gardens
- Dining: 5 on-site restaurants - The Palms, Oriental Pavilion, S.H.A.C.K., Sea View, plus 2 bars
- Wellness: J Wellness Circle spa offering Ayurvedic treatments, steam room, sauna, and massage therapies
- Family: Kids' pool, outdoor playground, evening entertainment, and board games
- Pet: Pet-friendly policies accommodate guests traveling with pets
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Valet parking
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Babysitting/Child services
Outdoor swimming pool
Children's play area
Children's pool
Children's buffet
Cots
Beach access
Sun loungers
Beach umbrellas
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Entertainment
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room view
- Sea view
- Garden view
- City view
- Ocean view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathroom telephone
Media
- Direct dial telephone
Essential information about Taj Bentota Resort & Spa
| 💵 Lowest room price | 79 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 600 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 1.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Bentota River Seaplane Base, BJT |
Location
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