Taj Bentota Resort & Spa, Sri Lanka

I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Taj Hotel in Bentota, and it exceeded all my expectations. Nestled right on the stunning Bentota Beach, the location is perfect, offering breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere. The beach is just steps away, and lounging by the pool with a cool breeze and the soothing sound of the waves was pure bliss. Having stayed at other Taj properties in India, like in Udaipur and Mumbai, I was curious how this one would compare. I was pleasantly surprised! Although the hotel is older, it shines with exceptional service. The staff here are truly outstanding—always attentive, warm, and eager to go the extra mile. From the chefs ensuring personalized meals to the management and personal trainers, everyone here is dedicated and passionate about making your stay memorable. The attention to detail and genuine hospitality make this hotel stand out. Plus, the pricing is more affordable compared to its Indian counterparts, making it an excellent value for the luxury and service you receive. I highly recommend the Taj Hotel in Bentota and look forward to returning in the future.

I had an amazing stay at this hotel and couldn’t be happier with my experience. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and well taken care of. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and always willing to help with anything I needed. My room was spotless, comfortable, and beautifully maintained — the perfect place to relax after a long day. I also really enjoyed the breakfast; everything was fresh, tasty, and offered a great variety. What I appreciated most was the overall atmosphere and the small details that made the stay feel special. It’s clear that the team truly cares about their guests and goes the extra mile to ensure everyone has a great time. Janaka is an outstanding gym trainer — knowledgeable, motivating, and genuinely invested in his clients’ progress. His workouts are well-structured and tailored to individual goals, and he always pays close attention to form and technique. Training with Janaka is both challenging and enjoyable, and the results speak for themselves. Highly recommended for anyone looking to improve their fitness with a professional who truly cares.” I wholeheartedly recommend this hotel and will definitely be returning. A truly wonderful experience from start to finish!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable stay at Taj Bentota Resort & Spa Our stay at Taj Bentota was absolutely perfect from beginning to end. The hotel is beautiful, the rooms are spacious and spotless, and the atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing. Everything was organized at the highest level. The level of service truly exceeded all expectations. The staff were incredibly kind, professional, and always smiling. We would like to give special thanks to Sam and Jack, who made our stay even more exceptional with their care, attention, and warm hospitality. Every detail was taken care of, and we felt truly welcomed and pampered throughout our stay. We cannot recommend this hotel highly enough and would love to come back again.

We have just spent a fantastic week at the Taj Bentota, and will definitely return in the future. The location is fabulous with great views, beach access from 3 different points and also not too far from local restaurants, the bank and shops. The long strip of beach has endless clean, soft powdery sand. We stayed in one of the newly refurbished sea view rooms, which was spacious, well laid out, bright and airy with a good sized balcony. The room was kept clean and well stocked by Rukmal, and his daily towel and flower creations made us smile, especially the monkey. There was a good variety of food to suit all tastes in the buffet both for breakfast and evening dinner. Indian specialty chef Dalip Singh made the stay extra special by making us some very tasty dishes that weren’t in the buffet, especially the methi murgh and garlic and coriander naan. He also maintained a regular supply of freshly made puris and aloo paratha which were both made to perfection. All the waiting staff were great, and always happy to help, especially Harith, Asiri, Dilshan and all the others whose name I can’t remember. We visited the Shack twice during our stay, and Manchanayeka and his team prepared and served us some very tasty varieties of fish. There were adequate loungers by the pool, which had the benefit of no loud blaring music. Pool attendant Sampath was great, and had our loungers set up with the cushions and towels quickly everytime. The reception staff were very courteous and helpful, with a smooth check in process, and the duty manager also allowed us to extend our checkout time by 3 hours, which made a big difference to our last morning. The gym was clean, and had adequate equipment for a quick daily workout, and Janaka and team were always helpful with advice and tips. Thank you Taj Bentota for a very memorable stay.

From the check in experience onwards we were treated to a luxury and pampered feel which we were looking forward to. We checked in early and while our room was being arranged, we were guided to the lounge where tea and afternoon snacks were given complimentary while we had the view of the sea - beautiful. Once settled into our garden view room (which has a lovely sage-green and dark wood design, clean and had no visible wear - well maintained), we explored the resort. Walking around was fun and felt like a true resort, having made it through the pool, beach, fitness centre (which has a sauna and steam room for each gender!). We had early dinner with a beach view from the Palm restaurant on the ground level, then after sunset proceeded to use the pool which is a wonderful size for doing laps through, and even has water polo nets! We rounded off our evening in the resort's sauna's in the fitness centre then ordered desserts via room service (prices in the menu were already tax and service inclusive), which allowed us to have a peaceful night. In the morning we enjoyed the lavish breakfast buffet where we had the opportunity to meet some of the lovely folks in the F&B team, our server Asiri, the live-chef Mahi, and the manager Tharupathi. - Asiri was extremely attentive and made sure that we had everything we needed during our breakfast, he went above and beyond with the care we received and we felt true Sri Lankan hospitality in his service. - Chef Mahi made a dish for myself which was not on the table (Milk Hoppers) and served us freshly sliced mango which was not available on the buffet selection - he care felt that he truly loved making guests happy with food. Last, - Tharupathi made sure that we were extremely happy with the experience and spent the time to converse about our travels in Sri Lanka - we wish we had stayed longer to have gotten to know him and his team better. We would higly recommend this resort to family and friends of all ages to soak in the beauty and tranquility of Bentota in the West Coast

I had a great holiday at Taj Resorts and Spa Bentota. Mainly picked it based on the food reviews and yes the food is great. I was extremely pleased with the overall service and the amenities. The pool was excellent and many activities to do for both adults and kids. As much as I enjoyed the food, the gym and spa was the icing in the cake. A special thank you to Niroshan, kashmi and Menaka at the gym for making sure I had a well balance holiday that made me indulge in all the good things the hotel had to offer. Looking forward to getting back for another awesome holiday.

We were a group of three couples travelling with three infants and a kid, not the easiest crowd to accomodate, yet Chef Jasvir Singh and his team made our dining experience absolutely impeccabe, not one day but everytime we went for dinning. ||A special mention to Harith, our server who was exceptionally warm and attentive. We vacationed in May 2025 as well, and we still remember how Harith and Dushini went above and beyond to make us feel at home, Their consistency, work ethic and genuine hospitality are truly remarkable. ||We would also like to sincerely thank Sachith, our room boy, who kept our room neat, tidy and extremely comfortable throughout our stay. ||The staff and property are highly recommended for anyone travelling with infants and kids. The level of care, patience and child friendly approach makes it truly stressfree and comfortable vacation for families.||||These hardworking people who make us visit Taj Bentota over and over again. ||We left extremely happy and satisfied. Highly recommended and a heatful thank you to the entire team for making us feel so welcome and at home.

I recently brought a group of 15 guests to this hotel, and our entire stay was absolutely splendid. From the moment we arrived, the staff provided exceptional service — professional, friendly, and always ready to assist with a smile. The check-in process was smooth, and every member of our group felt genuinely welcomed. The rooms were spotless, comfortable, and well-equipped, offering everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The breakfast selection was excellent, with plenty of fresh and delicious options to satisfy everyone in the group. What truly stood out was the hotel’s organization and attention to detail. Managing a group of 15 can be challenging, but the team handled it flawlessly. Our requests were accommodated quickly, and communication was seamless throughout. I highly recommend this hotel for groups, families, or individual travelers. We are already looking forward to our next visit — thank you for an outstanding experience!