Title: Visit Bentota: 2026 Travel Guide for Bentota, Southern Province | Expedia.com [Hotels in Bentota](https://expedia.com/Bentota-Hotels.d691013901951987712.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Bentota](https://expedia.com/Bentota-Vacation-Rentals.d691013901951987712.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Bentota](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Bentota.d691013901951987712.Car-Rental-Guide)[Bentota Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Bentota.d691013901951987712.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Bentota ## Travel Guide ![A man walking along the beach of Sri Lanka. Selective focus.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/691013901951987712/ffca32a6-ec06-4b20-aa36-374f77bb40c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful sunny landscape panorama from Bentota Beach on Sri Lanka.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/691013901951987712/e620a739-48ba-4b10-8139-992f43a95424.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View from our sea facing room. Beautiful empty beach shared between a few hotels. This shack serves delicious grilled seafood. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602106/95fe376f-4e69-4782-ae8a-76cc0745378d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stilts and tight ropes, well these were just props. Stilt fishing is an indigenous method used by the fisherman in the south of Sri Lanka. #StiltFishing #Tightropes #BeachLife #Benthota #SriLanka ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9606/b42efbbd-02ef-40b2-83d7-79f5e0ed8f86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Outdoor restaurant at the luxury hotel with a ocean view, Bentota, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121082/4be8ef16-c8e3-4b40-9a4b-94631ef3e6a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Bentota Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_691013901951987712) - Bentota Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Bentota ![Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36470000/36466900/36466861/d6fc4036_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection Bentota Bentota Southern Province $244 nightly $288 total Apr 10 - Apr 11 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Bentota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Bentota Beach and Prince Lanka Ayurvrda are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (56 reviews) Very excellent property with both river and ocean view. Located at close proximity to Bentota beach. Excellent customer service with courteous staff members. Special mention to the Chef Mr. Sunny Mehta who made sure we are served authentic cuisines especially for my senior aged parents. Thanks to ... Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F10%2F2026&endDate=4%2F11%2F2026&selected=36466861&PinnedHotelID=36466861&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=691013901951987712) ![Taj Bentota Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/581400/581365/381a1cf1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Taj Bentota Resort & Spa National Holiday Resort Bentota $259 nightly $316 total Mar 17 - Mar 18 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Bentota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bentota Beach and Prince Lanka Ayurvrda ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (194 reviews) Room was nice, clean and comfortable. Not enough beds around the pool area, some guests were on the floor!. Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F17%2F2026&endDate=3%2F18%2F2026&selected=581365&PinnedHotelID=581365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=691013901951987712) ![Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12510000/12507300/12507243/39c65792_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ocean View Robolgoda Bentota Book a stay at this beach hotel in Bentota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Bentota Beach and Prince Lanka Ayurvrda are ... 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Additional terms may apply. ![Fortress de Jayaweera - Historic Villa - A proud legacy since 1889](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83040000/83036600/83036590/9a3a853d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fortress de Jayaweera - Historic Villa - A proud legacy since 1889 Bentota Southern Province Stay at this villa in Bentota. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Bentota Beach and Prince Lanka Ayurvrda are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) Simply awesome - thank you A delightful country, area, house and hosts. The location of Fortress de Jyaweera was perfect a special mix of tranquility at the property and walking distance to the village, beach and restaurants. From welcome to departure Indrani and Nimal were excellent. We enjoyed the trips (optional) that were ... Reviewed on Oct 5, 2024 [](https://expedia.com/Bentota-Hotels-Fortress-De-Jayaweera-Historic-Villa-A-Proud-Legacy-Since-1889.h83036590.Hotel-Information) ![Kirana - A Santani Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95120000/95115600/95115599/166018af_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kirana - A Santani Villa No.338/340 Warahena Bentota Southern Province Book a stay at this beach villa in Bentota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Bentota Beach and Induruwa Beach are located ... [](https://expedia.com/Bentota-Hotels-Kirana-A-Santani-Villa.h95115599.Hotel-Information) ![GOOD KARMA VILLA - Beautiful 5 bedroom staffed Villa in Bentota, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109881400/109881388/e1ea8d28_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### GOOD KARMA VILLA - Beautiful 5 bedroom staffed Villa in Bentota, Sri Lanka Bentota Stay at this villa in Bentota. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Bentota Beach and Prince Lanka Ayurvrda are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) We had the entire five‑bedroom villa for a family celebration, and it was the most relaxing and beautiful place we stayed during our trip to Sri Lanka this year. From the manager to the chefs and domestic staff, everyone was excellent. I must mention the Sri Lankan food prepared by the in‑house chefs ... Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Bouvet-Island-Hotels-Beautiful-5-Bedroom-Fully-Staffed-Villa-In-Bentota.h109881388.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Bentota](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=691013901951987712&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Bentota hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=691013901951987712&startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14)[Mar 13 - Mar 14](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=691013901951987712&startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=691013901951987712&startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15)[Mar 14 - Mar 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=691013901951987712&startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=691013901951987712&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026)[Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=691013901951987712&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Outdoor restaurant at the luxury hotel with a ocean view, Bentota, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121082/4be8ef16-c8e3-4b40-9a4b-94631ef3e6a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bentota Beach 4/5(27 reviews) If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Bentota Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Bentota. [](https://expedia.com/Bentota-Beach-Bentota.d6121082.Vacation-Attraction) #### Prince Lanka Ayurvrda You can take time to visit Prince Lanka Ayurvrda during your travels to Bentota. [](https://expedia.com/Prince-Lanka-Ayurvrda-Bentota.d977882351000469504.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Galle Private Day Tour from Kalutara-Wadduwa-Bentota](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49092254/0e8d39d6-bf9c-408d-8616-99387dcbae96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galle Private Day Tour from Kalutara-Wadduwa-Bentota $76 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/galle-private-day-tour-from-kalutara-wadduwa-bentota.a49092254.activity-details) ![Group of Friends enjoying](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1155398/76c25ae7-b182-4b68-986a-6dac2e32a6be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bentota River Safari By BTM (Mangrove & Wildlife Encounter) $32 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bentota-river-safari-by-btm-mangrove-wildlife-encounter.a1155398.activity-details) ![Bentara River Boat Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3467027/a687ecc2-5643-422f-bd03-329640c1ef30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bentara River Boat Safari $45 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bentara-river-boat-safari.a3467027.activity-details) ![From Bentota: Exclusive Madu River Safari & Turtle Hatchery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48095589/2fb6c382-e794-4ea2-a73e-6215e3c64227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Bentota: Exclusive Madu River Safari & Turtle Hatchery $110 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-bentota-exclusive-madu-river-safari-turtle-hatchery.a48095589.activity-details) ![Geoffrey Bawa Works in Colombo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5257123/1cbe16f7-9335-410e-a9b5-722ef7e14154.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Geoffrey Bawa Works in Colombo $85 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/geoffrey-bawa-works-in-colombo.a5257123.activity-details) ![A traveler takes the helm on a memorable river safari adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47462027/10a4ca58-869c-4bba-8b06-2619c69cb465.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2h Bentota River Safari: Crocodiles, Monkeys, Mangrove & more $59 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/2h-bentota-river-safari-crocodiles.a47462027.activity-details) [See all activities in Bentota](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Bentota.d691013901951987712.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Bentota ![Beautiful sunset at the west coast of Sri Lanka. Great Atmosphere with long exposure and water motion blur.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051616/91e4bb0d-158a-44b4-a4e1-773ab1f4d904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Induruwa ![Dinner is ready ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348269/d7ea1cdc-d6bc-4436-b248-cb1bf77541d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aluthgama ![Sunset at Beach near Beruwala, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000462528/cb4f562b-bb7b-4118-b71e-3ff313ebfe81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kaluwamodara - Cities near Bentota - Places of interest [Aturuwella](https://expedia.com/Aturuwella.dx500606)[Induruwa](https://expedia.com/Induruwa.dx6147300)[Aluthgama](https://expedia.com/Aluthgama.dx6348269)[Dharga Town](https://expedia.com/Dharga-Town.dx3000401830)[Kaluwamodara](https://expedia.com/Kaluwamodara.dx3000462528) - [Bentota Beach ](https://expedia.com/Bentota-Beach-Bentota.d6121082.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hikkaduwa Beach ](https://expedia.com/Hikkaduwa-Beach-Hikkaduwa.d6121083.Vacation-Attraction) - [Moragalla Beach ](https://expedia.com/Moragalla-Beach-Beruwala.d6150551.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wadduwa Beach ](https://expedia.com/Wadduwa-Beach-Wadduwa.d553248635977261042.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kalutara Bodhiya ](https://expedia.com/Kalutara-Bodhiya-Kalutara-South.d553248621562725847.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kosgoda Beach ](https://expedia.com/Kosgoda-Beach-Kosgoda.d553248635977255850.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ambalangoda Beach ](https://expedia.com/Ambalangoda-Beach-Madampagama.d553248621573985842.Vacation-Attraction) - [Induruwa Beach ](https://expedia.com/Induruwa-Beach-Induruwa.d553248635977255839.Vacation-Attraction) - [Beruwela Harbour ](https://expedia.com/Beruwela-Harbour-Beruwala.d6150555.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kalatura Beach ](https://expedia.com/Kalatura-Beach-Wadduwa.d6121080.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ahungalla Beach ](https://expedia.com/Ahungalla-Beach-Southern-Province.d553248635977261040.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hikkaduwa National Park ](https://expedia.com/Hikkaduwa-National-Park-Southern-Province.d6348714.Vacation-Attraction) - [Natural Moonstone Mine ](https://expedia.com/Natural-Moonstone-Mine-Southern-Province.d553248621526914475.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pothupitiya Beach ](https://expedia.com/Pothupitiya-Beach-Wadduwa.d553248635977261045.Vacation-Attraction) - [Balapitiya Beach ](https://expedia.com/Balapitiya-Beach-Balapitiya.d553248635977255845.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kande Vihare Temple ](https://expedia.com/Kande-Vihare-Temple-Kaluwamodara.d6150557.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ariyapala Mask Museum ](https://expedia.com/Ariyapala-Mask-Museum-Ambalangoda.d553248621526914478.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kaluwamodara Bridge ](https://expedia.com/Kaluwamodara-Bridge-Beruwala.d553248635975742719.Vacation-Attraction) - [Brief Garden ](https://expedia.com/Brief-Garden-Kirantidiya.d553248621532738171.Vacation-Attraction) - [Seenigama Temple ](https://expedia.com/Seenigama-Temple-Southern-Province.d553248621532738165.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gurusinghe Moonstone Mine ](https://expedia.com/Gurusinghe-Moonstone-Mine-Southern-Province.d553248635956618801.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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