Bentota · Sri Lanka

Taj Bentota Resort & Spa, Sri Lanka

National Holiday Resort

Location

This beach hotel is located on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka along the "Golden Mile" of Bentota beach. Its unique setting on a large headland overlooks the Indian Ocean. The resort lies at the confluence of the river after which the village is named. Palm fringed beaches stretch for several miles along the coast and it is here where most hotels in the area are located. The hotel is just 40 miles south of Colombo, Sri Lanka's capital.

Facilities

The hotel has 162 rooms and includes a lift and a reception desk. Amenities include a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. There are a number of shops, including a souvenir shop. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services include a babysitting service (for a fee), a childcare service, room service, a laundry service and a hairdresser. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area.

Rooms

Air conditioning and a fan ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a TV and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Amenities provided in the rooms include slippers and a daily paper. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. The hotel has 30 non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

The outdoor pool complex includes a children's swimming area and is ideal for working out or just relaxing. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. A sun terrace, sun loungers, and parasols are available. The hotel offers outdoor sports, including cycling/mountain biking, tennis, beach volleyball, volleyball and fishing. Guests can take part in a comprehensive water sports programme, which includes canoeing, sailing and snorkelling, with water skiing and windsurfing available for a fee. Sports enthusiasts are also offered a wide range of indoor activities, including a gym, table tennis, badminton, billiards and yoga. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon, massage treatments, anti-ageing treatments and Ayurveda treatments. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.

Meals

Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a dining room, a café and a bar. Catering options include half board, full board and all-inclusive. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will satisfy appetites big and small. The menu also offers gluten-free meals and vegetarian dishes. The hotel also offers snacks. The show cooking is a particularly special attraction. The hotel offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Payment

The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.

Check-in
12:00 pm
Check-out
02:00 pm
Rooms
162