Taj Bentota Resort & Spa

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.The resort has a lift and features 162 rooms. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the complex feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional facilities include a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service (for a fee), a childcare service, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available.Rooms feature a living room, a kitchen and a bathroom. Air conditioning and a fan ensure comfortable indoor temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a TV, a DVD player and WiFi are provided as well. The daily newspaper is laid out for guests in the the rooms. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The resort has 30 non-smoking rooms.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 short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. The resort offers outdoor sports, including cycling/mountain biking, tennis, beach volleyball, volleyball and fishing. A number of sports are available, including water sports such as canoeing, sailing and snorkelling. For a fee, guests can also enjoy water skiing, windsurfing and jet skiing. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, badminton, billiards and yoga. Various wellness options are available at the resort, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon, massage treatments, anti-ageing treatments and Ayurveda treatments. Entertainment options and leisure facilities include live music and a nightclub. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2023. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 702987Dining facilities include a restaurant, a dining room, a café and a bar. Catering options include half board, full board and all-inclusive. All-inclusive holidaymakers enjoy special extras like snacks, in addition to a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will satisfy appetites big and small. Gluten-free meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request. The show cooking is a particularly special attraction.The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.