West coast

Bentota

River boats and a long golden beach

Bentota is the easiest proper beach stop from the airport. The river running behind the beach is good for boat trips and water sports, and the turtle hatcheries at nearby Kosgoda are popular with families. It works well as the last stop of a trip, so you finish rested with a short drive to your flight.

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Bentota

Part of the island: West coast
Suggested stay: 2 nights
Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
Things to do: Ask us

Weather

When to go

Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so the best months depend on the coast. This is the pattern here.

Jan: best
Feb: best
Mar: best
Apr: good
May: expect rain
Jun: expect rain
Jul: expect rain
Aug: good
Sep: expect rain
Oct: expect rain
Nov: good
Dec: best

Best Still good Expect rain

Stays

Where to stay

Prices per night for two people sharing, for dates about six weeks away. Yours may differ.

Budget

Clean, simple guesthouses and small hotels

Sisi's Place
$51
Three-star beachfront stay with sea-view family rooms.
Wi-Fi · Air conditioning · Family rooms · Breakfast
Sri Lancashire Guest House
$53
Beachfront guesthouse in Bentota with air-conditioned rooms.
Wi-Fi · Air conditioning · Parking · Beachfront

Comfort

Mid-range hotels, often with a pool

Lagoon Bentota Resort
$74
Resort with pool, spa and restaurant, 2.5 km from Bentota Beach.
Pool · Restaurant · Breakfast
Amber House Lanka
$80
Rooms with balconies and an indoor pool, 2 km from the beach.
Wi-Fi · Air conditioning · Family rooms · Restaurant