Taj Bentota Resort & Spa

Hotels
Taj Hotels, Resorts & Palaces
8.4 (292 reviews)
National Holiday Resort, Bentota, 80500 , Bentota , LK

Facilities

Full-service spa
Boat tours nearby
Fitness facilities
Health or beauty spa nearby
Proposal/romance packages available
Express check-out
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Arcade/game room
Nightclub
Free WiFi
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional food quality
Outstanding service
Cons:
Slow food service on certain occasions
Issues with extra bedding comfort

Categories

Cleanliness
8.55
Rooms were clean and comfortable with attentive service.
Service
8.85
Staff were kind, helpful, and went out of their way to accommodate guests' needs.
Location
8.35
Beautiful setting with access to a semi-private beach.
Room Quality
8.05
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, though some issues with extra bed quality.
Amenities
8.25
Amenities were satisfactory, but not specifically highlighted in reviews.
Value for Money
8.15
Good value given the service and location.
Food and Beverage
8.85
Food was exceptional and tailored to guests' dietary needs.
Overall Experience
8.15
Overall, a positive experience with great hospitality and food.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:39

Property Description

Discover the ultimate coastal retreat at Taj Bentota Resort & Spa, where tranquility meets luxury on the stunning shores of Bentota Beach.

Indulgent Spa Experience
Unwind in our full-service spa, offering rejuvenating massages and body treatments designed to pamper your senses. Feel refreshed and revitalized as you escape the everyday hustle.

Gourmet Dining Options
Savor culinary delights at The Palms, one of our four exquisite restaurants, or enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service. Sample snacks at our café or sip refreshing cocktails at the poolside bar for the perfect relaxing day.

Comfort & Elegance
Stay in style in one of our 162 beautifully appointed guestrooms, featuring memory foam beds, private balconies, and modern amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi and 42-inch LCD televisions for your entertainment.

Your unforgettable getaway awaits at Taj Bentota Resort & Spa, book your stay now!

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • A car is required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CMB

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Sustainability Certifications

    EarthCheck

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 292 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.55
Service: 8.85
Location: 8.35
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 8.85
Overall Experience: 8.15
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kannanr469 Family
10
Fantastic and relaxing Stay
Pros:

The room facing the sea in the fourth floor was something. The food both dinner and the breakfast was amazing. My wife had some diet restrictions and the head chef Dalip Singh and Sarath took care of it and even customized some of the dishes. The pool and the proximity to the ocean made it very relaxing. Everybody we meet with Taj uniform or batch were hospitable and professional. Over all it was a great time there, Will recommend to my friends without hesitation.

2026-03-28 via Tripadvisor
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1sumindaa Family
10
Great evening with family
Pros:

We had amazing dinner with my family at taj bentota. Thanks all the staff Mr samantha , chef Kamal, chef dalip Singh , Asiri, sumith, dilshan, sisil, chef achala they made the evening more memorable. Thankyou all.

2026-03-28 via Tripadvisor
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F5155EIwalterf Family
10
A great time at Taj Bentota Resort !
Pros:

We visited the Taj Bentota Resort and have been impressed by the Resort staff Dinusha, Asiri, Indika, Samantha, Janitha and of course, Chef Buddika.
We really enjoyed staying at your Resort

2026-03-28 via Tripadvisor
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bhanuk409 Family
10
Amazing and relaxing vacation
Pros:

We had a wonderful 3-night stay at Taj Bentota with our 14-month-old baby. Traveling with a toddler can be challenging, but the staff made our stay very comfortable.
A special thanks to the Indian chef, Mr. Dalip Singh, who prepared delicious meals for us as well for our little one and was very attentive to our needs. His kindness and excellent service truly made a difference. Mr. Ravinder also gave us great service at that restaurant.
Overall, we experienced great hospitality and truly appreciate the care shown by the team.

2026-03-26 via Tripadvisor
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siddharthp319 Family
10
Amazing staycation , amazing experience, the best thing happened is there Indian cuisine, special thanks to mr . Dalip.
Pros:

Amazing property for a family staycation

2026-03-25 via Tripadvisor
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222vedantk Friends getaway
10
Amazing Indian food head chef
Pros:

Dalip Singh was super nice with his hospitality at the palm restaurant, really appreciate the thoughtfulness

2026-03-25 via Tripadvisor
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MunishB29 Family Chandigarh
10
Amazing place to enjoy with family
Pros:

One of the best taj experiences property.

2026-03-24 via Tripadvisor
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cathyb163 Couples
10
A stunning hotel with warm and welcoming staff.
Pros:

A fantastic and beautiful hotel in a stunning setting! The staff are so warm and welcoming - a big shout out for Sam and Asiri who worked in the restaurant - they were always so warm and helpful. Thank you to them both for making our stay extra special.

2026-03-24 via Tripadvisor
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london194567 Family
10
Peaceful holiday
Pros:

We had a truly wonderful stay at Taj Bentota, and what made it exceptional was the incredible team. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel completely at home with their warmth, kindness, and genuine care.

The hotel itself is beautiful, with stunning sea views and a peaceful atmosphere, but it’s really the people who make the experience so special. Every interaction was thoughtful and attentive, making our stay both relaxing and memorable.

A special thank you to Sam, Maduka , Dalip, Hirusa,and Asiri for going above and beyond — your hospitality truly stood out and made our time here even more enjoyable.

We highly recommend Taj Bentota to anyone looking for a serene beachfront getaway with outstanding service.

2026-03-24 via Tripadvisor
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233raphaelp Family Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
10
A wonderful relaxing experience!!
Pros:

The Taj Bentota was a beautiful resort! What added to the wonderful time we had there was the room with its beautiful views, the pool, the beach and the friendly and helpful staff. We would like to make particular mention of Asiri and his trainee staff Prasidi who took great care of us at every meal!

2026-03-24 via Tripadvisor
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sawantt Family Hyderabad, Hyderabad District, Telangana
10
Amazing property
Pros:

Awesome stay and service at Taj bentota. The views of the ocean are just amazing from this property.add to that the service which is exceptional. Special thanks to dilan, Ravindran,sumith , bimal , chef Dilip, chef sarath, minsadhi and manchanayaka and Sanchit from housekeeping.

2026-03-22 via Tripadvisor
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f0xyf0x124 Family Woodford, Redbridge, Greater London, England
8
Taj Bentota all inclusive
Pros:

The Taj Bentota was a lovely hotel set on a really beautiful beach with crashing waves and ideal for surfing. The hotel was very well presented and the staff were very accommodating, particularly in the Palms restaurant, especially Asiri. He looked after my and my sister’s every need. He was so friendly and helpful and during a really bad storm he secured us a table despite the chaos going on around due to flooding. Asiri made sure we had everything we needed during our 9 night stay.
Our cleaner Jindindra (can’t spell his name) was amazing too. We had different towel animals every day and he cleaned our room extremely well.
The only small problem we had one day was a restaurant booking for the fish restaurant Shack that didn’t get booked via reception. We were immediately asked if we wanted the Chinese instead, which we did and which was a lovely meal. The next evening we went to the Shack and it was worth the wait. The food was so fresh and we were invited back the next evening and went again.
The food in the Palm was good with a wide variety and a lot of curries for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The wine was good and although only a couple of choices we were satisfied.
There were plenty of sunbeds around the lovely pools and the spa was amazing. We had a couple of treatments at a very reasonable price and were treated like royalty.
Would highly recommend the Taj Bentota and hope to go there again very soon.

2026-03-22 via Tripadvisor
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Seaside37454013902 Family
10
Amazing stay and shout out to chef dalip ji
Pros:

The indian food is top notch, chef dalip singh ji is a gem, knows how to create good relationships with guests. the ambience and service very good.

2026-03-22 via Tripadvisor
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Navigator09609322715 Family
10
Restaurant service was superb
Pros:

Excellent service by Asiri. He was throughout there to take care of us in the restaurant.

2026-03-22 via Tripadvisor
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259reviewer Couples Ilkley, West Yorkshire, England
10
Great hotel Great staff.
Pros:

Great Hotel.
Extended 12 day stay due to trouble in the middle east.
Brill pool / Great views/ lovely beach.
Good breakfast.
Special mention to Sam in Palms Kanngangarra always remembered our drinks order. Pool boys Great work hard.
Lady who clean the pool restroom always smiling doing a great job restaurants near by worth visiting.
Would love to return.

2026-03-19 via Tripadvisor
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Abhey_Shinghal Family
10
Amazing stay at Taj Bentota Resort & Spa—beautiful beachfront property with top-notch hospitality. Special thanks to Hea
Pros:

Absolutely loved our stay at Taj Bentota Resort & Spa! The property is stunning—beautifully located right by the beach with breathtaking views and a serene vibe.

A special shoutout to Head Chef Dilip and Chef Jasbir for the incredible Indian cuisine. Despite being in Sri Lanka, the authenticity, taste, and variety of Indian dishes were truly outstanding—easily one of the highlights of our stay.

What truly sets this place apart is the warm and genuine hospitality. The staff goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome—always attentive, courteous, and ready to help with a smile. Every interaction felt personal, and the team ensured our stay was seamless and memorable. From check-in to departure, the service was impeccable and truly reflective of the Taj legacy.

From the food to the location to the overall hospitality, everything was just perfect. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing getaway with exceptional dining and world-class service!

2026-03-19 via Tripadvisor
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isukhadia Couples
10
Unforgettable Bentota
Pros:

The best ever five star experience!! By a mile! The Entire team of Taj Bentota is phenomenally exceptional. Right from check in to the room to the restaurants every experience was spot on! Special kudos to the Palms Restaurant staff - The warmest I’ve ever seen! Chef Dalip Singh, Mr. Ravindaran A big thank you for making my stay absolutely unforgettable!

2026-03-19 via Tripadvisor
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traceysH9649UC Couples
10
Wonderful holiday at the Taj Bentota
Pros:

Just arrived back safely from an extended holiday at The Taj Bentota Hotel (19 February to 10 March 2026)
What a holiday! Great location. Alongside a beautiful beach and an ocean that was perfect for swimming and surfing. Hotel gardens, leading to the beach were well kept.And the rooms were spacious and extremely comfortable. The hotel has a good size pool and just about enough sunbeds and umbrellas.
The food at the buffet was of a really good quality and we also had lovely meals at the chinese and the shack. There were also a number of good restaurants a short distance from the hotel.
We had a wonderful time made even better by the real strength of the hotel,which is the staff.
Our stay was extended by 1 week because of cancelled flights due to the closure of airspace and although this was quite unsettling the brilliant staff might even this extra week enjoyable. Every member of staff provided an exceptional service, always with a genuine friendly smile. As mentioned all were outstanding, but a special mention to the people who we were often served by,waiters Dilan, who looked after us on our first evening in the restaurant, Astrid and Damith.
Milton , our room cleaner was so helpful and always made our room a special place to return to.
Kamangara kept us hydrated and fed whilst around the pool .
The pool attendants were friendly and helpful and made sure everybody was comfortable.
Last but not least chef Kamal who often would appear at dinner with a special dish for me to try. Wonderful!
We always had it cheery smile from Dinesha who along with the other cleaners made sure everything was spotless.
Management and reception staff were helpful and considerate when we had to make changes to our booking.
All in all , it was a wonderful holiday in a beautiful hotel. Already looking forward to our next stay.
Tracey and Ian, Lincolnshire UK

2026-03-18 via Tripadvisor
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TrippyMcTripBoat Couples Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
10
Wonderful stay - Exceptional service
Pros:

We thoroughly enjoyed the four days we spent at the Taj Bentota.
The level of service at at this beautiful resort is second to none. Every member of staff was professional, well-trained and exuded genuine warmth. Special thanks has to go to Samantha at the Palms restaurant, who made our holiday extra special. He was ably assisted by his whole team, notably Asiri, Gayan, Sisil and Sam.
The food was always delicious and the wonderful chefs were equally friendly.
A final mention for Sachith, who kept our room spotlessly clean and well-stocked.

2026-03-14 via Tripadvisor
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699jyotid Couples
10
Beautiful Hotel, Great Service, Amazing Chef and Great environment!
Pros:

It's a beautiful hotel with stunning private beach access. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. Best part of the place is that it's absolutely clean despite being a busy place. Chef Dalip Singh was super kind to take care of our breakfast and make us try interesting Sri Lankan food, made sure it's vegetarian, offered the kids food that suit them better. Super hardworking and humble chef. We were privileged to have him around.. Over all Taj Bentota is value for money in all aspects.

2026-03-13 via Tripadvisor