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Thaala Bentota

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
$95
$81 nightly
$95 total
Total with taxes and fees
May 3 - May 4

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Thaala Bentota Resort, Bentota, Southern Province, 80500
  • Place, Bentota Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Prince Lanka Ayurvrda
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaluwamodara Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Superior Room

  • Beach view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room

  • Beach view
  • 893 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Thaala Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Thaala Suite

  • Beach view
  • 1496 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Bawa Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Bawa Suite

  • Beach view
  • 1195 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bentota

When you stay at Thaala Bentota in Bentota, you'll be on the beach, and a 4-minute walk from Bentota Beach and 8 minutes by foot from Prince Lanka Ayurvrda. .This beach resort is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Kaluwamodara Bridge and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Moragalla Beach.

What's nearby

  • Bentota Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Prince Lanka Ayurvrda - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kaluwamodara Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Moragalla Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Hikkaduwa Beach - 42 min drive - 28.0 miles

Getting around

  • Aluthgama Railway Station - 4 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dominos Pizza Aluthgama - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fuze - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Amal Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chatters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tuna Tuna 33 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Thaala Bentota

Thaala Bentota offers 75 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 42-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels.

This Bentota resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a sauna and a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 75 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring minibars and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Dip into one of the 2 outdoor pools or enjoy other recreational amenities including a sauna and a fitness center. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy international cuisine at Breeze Restaurant, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Event facilities at this resort consist of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Breeze Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Chatters - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this theme restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: LKR 20 for adults and LKR 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Breeze Restaurant
  • Chatters

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fitness classes
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Treatment room

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1971
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for LKR 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately LKR 20 for adults and LKR 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: LKR 165 per vehicle
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: LKR 165 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: LKR 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

AVANI Bentota
AVANI Bentota Resort
Avani Bentota Hotel
AVANI Resort Bentota
Bentota AVANI
Bentota AVANI Resort
Bentota Resort
Resort Bentota
Avani Bentota Hotel Bentota
Avani Bentota Resort And Spa
Serendib Hotel Bentota
AVANI Bentota Resort Spa
Avani Bentota Hotel Bentota
Serendib Hotel Bentota
Thaala Bentota Hotel
Avani Bentota Resort
Thaala Bentota Bentota
Thaala Bentota Hotel Bentota

Thaala Bentota Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 172 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simran

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you to the restaurant manager, Pramodha, and all the wonderful staff at breakfast and dinner who made our stay so enjoyable and special. Thank you for going above and beyond to make my dad’s birthday extra memorable — it truly meant so much to us. I would also like to sincerely thank Hansaji for helping me organise important documents for my exams, and Sunil for such a warm and welcoming introduction when we first arrived. Feeding the fish was such a lovely experience and the perfect way to begin our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

S.m

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martyna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay - massive room

We had enormous family room Lovely decor and comfortable Pools were great and grounds maintained well Staff were friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, only drawback for us was there wasn’t a shallow part of the swimming pool for our daughters. But apart from that it was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kishore

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience and great propertt. Breakfast is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kumail

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ruined my stay in Bentota!

I had high expectations of this place but was very disappointed! They charged me extra $80 for no valid reason and the people at the front desk all gave different answers when I asked about the extra charge not knowing what was going on. I need a refund ! I was traveling with family kids and elderly they were inconsiderate of allergy and elderly needs and did not help us with warming our food so we had to go without dinner. The staff was so rude and unhelpful and objected the ladies going into the pool. The rooms bathrooms and fridge were dirty and stained ….. not recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adli

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Hiam

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Resort

We were welcomed with big smiles and fresh complimentary juices. Our room was upgraded without additional fees. Good variety of breakfast. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Special thanks to Mendis & Sudish who work at Breeze Restaurant. The hotel and surroundings are very neat, also easy access to the beach. Near to seafood restaurants. Excellent service throughout the stay. Totally recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gamage

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great buffet and friendly staff.

10/10 Excellent

Chris

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Amazing staff, super helpful, got an upgrade, couldn’t have asked for better!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

EISSA, DOHA

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Good staff but hotel needs more maintenance & renovations in superior rooms at least.. flooring & bathrooms needs more more care of maintenance
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beach location, amazing breakfast at property
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Westernized Resort with Western Prices

Although the facility and location were lovely, the value for what staying here cost was not what I expected. For example, my room was provided only 2 small courtesy bottles of water a day. I guess I just expected more service and “perks” for the princely sum I paid per night. The first day I had no towels. I called the front desk before heading outside but they still were not delivered and I had to go in person to request them. The food in the breakfast buffet and one restaurant I ate at was only so-so. It seems they are catering more toward westerners who don’t want a local experience, but would rather stay in their comfort zone. I had a delicious meal outside the resort for much less money. When I was shown to my room, the resort features were pointed out including the restaurants, spa, and pools. I was cautioned about swimming in the ocean because of currents, but it felt like the staff was just trying to keep guests within the resort. The proximity to the beach is why I chose the location and despite the warnings I spent considerable time on the beach and in the ocean which was warm and inviting with gentle waves and no undertow.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location where you could easily walk out to local restaurants or jump on the train for a day trip
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Max, Sydney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check-in & check-out seemed to be at the same time so it was very chaotic when we arrived, we didn't get our room until 430pm but the manager was very lovely & gave us free drinks & food while we waited. Great size room with all the facilities we needed. Great choice at the buffet for breakfast. Overall we enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice hotel with clean rooms and awesome views but the staff lack a basic sense of service!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff were lovely the food was fantastic the location could not have been better right on a lovely beech 5 minutes walk to the local shops or a short tuk tuk ride to town or a nice easy walk all the staff were courteous and always smileing we would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Toronto Canada

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on a fantastic beach. I booked the cheapest room through Expedia but for some reason management gave us a free upgrade to a spectacular villa. Gotta love that!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Avani Resort. The location was wonderful, the combination of the beach, which is amazing, and the Avani grounds with the pools and chairs and shade was really relaxing. The staff was super helpful and the food and spa also great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Jean

I’ve been to a number of hotels in Sri Lanka. This one disappointed. The linen and room were a bit worn down. The staff did not always speak sufficient English (simple utterances). Breakfast was excellent though, but the rooms were definitely stuck in the previous century.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Deepa

We enjoyed our stay at Avani Bentota. The staff was very courteous and helpful. The food was outstanding and so was the hospitality. Great location, would like to be back sometime soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bhushan, Douglas, Isle of Man

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our first visit to Shri Lanka. Our stay at the resort was excellent and comfortable stay. The room was very clean which made our stay very comfortable. All the staffs are very polite and offer great customer service with a smile. We were only not satisfied with the massage and the gym facility is very poor so did not use it. Chatters can be improved with more entertaining facilities in the evening, having said that the service is great. In the chatters they should have facilities for the smokers outside the eatery/bar place. The beach is excellent with golden sand. We will definitely visit Shri Lanka and stay at Avani. Breakfast, lunch and dinner facilities are excellent and very appetizing.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2018