Taj Bentota Resort & Spa

My stay at Taj Bentota was truly the best experience of my entire trip. The hospitality and warmth shown by the staff made the stay memorable. A special thanks to Chef Sarath for his wonderful hospitality and the amazing food. His attention to detail and personal interaction with guests made the dining experience exceptional. I would also like to appreciate F&B Manager Koshala for his excellent service and for ensuring everything was perfectly taken care of. Dining at The Palms Restaurant was another highlight of the stay. The food, ambience, and service were all outstanding. I would also like to thank the reception team for being extremely helpful and cooperative throughout our stay. They were always ready to assist with a smile and made the check-in and overall experience very smooth. Overall, my stay at Taj Bentota was fantastic, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable vacation.

Milton made our experience so special, every day he made beautiful towel animals with petals on the bed. We were over the moon with his incredible service and can’t thank him enough. We were lucky enough to meet him and he was so sweet. Aqua aerobics was also fun thank you Jack. We love Milton.

The Taj Resort and Hotel was our last stay as part of a 13 day trip around Sri Lanka. It is an incredibly luxury resort located on a beautiful stretch of beach just off of Bentota. I find great beaches are often spoiled by huge volumes of beach goers, but this one had the right balance. Still a fair few people but plenty of space. You can walk for several kilometres in each direction. You also get a superb viewpoint for a perfect sunset. The staff are incredibly friendly and keen to do all they could for you. We have to mention the lovely Sam and Asiri from the restaurant. We instantly got talking to them and they were very quick to remember our food and drinks preferences. We also really appreciated their little written messages on prepared coffees. We loved those little touches. Thank you both! My wife and I like to keep busy, the hotel was exceptionally well equipped. We had the opportunity to play some tennis, some table tennis and billiards on the premise. That was a small fraction of things going on. The rooms were also very well equipped and comfortable. The food was also excellent. We opted for going a la carte rather than buffet each night which got costs down. You'd often get a complimentary coffee or a small sample of desserts thrown in which was a really nice value add. If you're looking for a good beach and a peaceful, luxury experience then the Taj will deliver!

Great place for holidays especially with family and friends

We had a wonderful stay at Taj Bentota Resort & Spa and truly loved the experience. The resort has a beautiful atmosphere with a relaxed, welcoming vibe. The people are lovely and create such a warm environment from the moment you arrive. One of our favourite parts of the stay was being able to swim both in the ocean right at the beach and the resort pool each day. It’s a stunning setting and such a great way to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Bentota. Our room was lovely, comfortable and always spotless thanks to the amazing work of our room attendant Jinendra. Each morning, he surprised us by decorating the bed with flowers and creative towel shapes. Such a thoughtful and clever touch that always made us smile when we returned to the room. Breakfast was another highlight of our stay. The food was delicious and there was a great variety to enjoy each morning. My personal favourite was the traditional Sri Lankan hoppers — bowl-shaped pancakes made from fermented rice flour and coconut milk, cooked in a special pan that creates crispy edges with a soft centre. A big thank you to the wonderful Chef Nishafha who prepared them so beautifully. We also want to thank Priyantha, who did an incredible job looking after the pool area. He is such a hard worker, constantly moving and ensuring everything is clean, organised and ready for guests to enjoy. The day spa was also great. It was incredibly relaxing and the staff were warm, welcoming and attentive. A beautiful space to unwind and recharge. A little expensive, however good quality and lovely environment. If there was one small improvement to suggest, it would be having a dedicated guest host or WhatsApp point of contact for each guest. This can help visitors better understand the local area, discover experiences nearby and get the most out of their stay. Overall, we had a fantastic time and are very grateful to the wonderful team who made our stay so enjoyable. Taj Bentota is a beautiful place to relax and experience the warmth of Sri Lankan hospitality.

I had a wonderful experience at Taj Bentota, Sri Lanka. The hospitality was truly exceptional, and the overall ambiance made our stay very relaxing and memorable. A special thanks to Chef Dalip Singh for the delicious food – every meal was perfectly prepared and full of flavor. His attention to detail and passion for cooking really stood out. I would also like to appreciate Ravindra and Sarath for their outstanding service and warm hospitality. They were always attentive, courteous, and ensured that we were comfortable throughout our stay. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I would highly recommend Taj Bentota to anyone looking for a luxurious and enjoyable stay in Sri Lanka.

My stay at Taj Bentota was nothing short of wonderful. Nestled along the serene coastline of Sri Lanka, the property offers breathtaking ocean views, warm hospitality, and a truly relaxing atmosphere. The rooms were comfortable and beautifully maintained, and the overall ambiance perfectly blended luxury with coastal charm. Every detail felt thoughtfully curated to ensure a memorable stay. A special mention to Mr. Dalip Singh for his exceptional service at the restaurant. His attentiveness, warmth, and genuine care elevated our dining experience. He ensured everything was perfect, and his hospitality truly stood out. The food was equally impressive, with each dish beautifully presented and full of flavor. Thank you to the entire team for making our stay so delightful. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a luxurious and peaceful getaway.

Everything is so perfect from the beginning to the end and the staff is so nice. The view with the sunset is very nice. Highly rerecommended

This is a beautiful and vast property spread across 13 acres with direct access to the beach. The location is excellent and offers a wonderful overall experience. However, the property is quite old and does require some upgradation. A special thanks to Mr. Piyush for upgrading our rooms and making our stay truly special. His gesture was greatly appreciated. The breakfast was good, especially the freshly made parathas prepared on demand by Mr. Dalip Singh — they were absolutely delicious. The entire team provided excellent table service and was very attentive. The food at the Indian restaurant was also good. The only downside was the Chinese cuisine, which we did not particularly enjoy. Overall, it was a pleasant stay with warm hospitality and great service.

We stayed at the Taj Bentota for 7 nights at the end of a wonderful tour around Sri Lanka. This is our 6th hotel on our trip and by far the best. We stayed bed and breakfast for our 7 nights. The hotel is situated in a lovely position and giving access to an amazing beach. Beware the beach sunbeds don't belong to hotel and carry a charge of 1000 sru per day. There are plenty of sun beds around the beautiful hotel pool. All the staff who work at hotel are so nice and really friendly. We had Sam our waiter looking after us during breakfast and what a star he was, nothing was to much trouble for him. Our room was really nice and looking out to the beach. It was serviced each day by Shantha who surprised us on a number of occasions by creating animals on our bed out of the towels and kept our room spotless for the 7 days. We leave early tomorrow and will both be so sorry to leave this little piece of paradise.