Pullman Bentota Resort and Spa is one of the larger international-brand resorts on the Bentota coast, with gardens running toward the beach, several pools, restaurants, a spa and a full activities programme. It has previously traded under another name, so you may see older references to it online, but the location on the Bentota strip is the same. For travellers who want an upmarket beach stay with good facilities, it is a straightforward and comfortable choice. The appeal is the combination of resort ease and local access. You can spend mornings on the beach or by the pool, take an afternoon river safari on the Bentota Ganga, visit Lunuganga or a turtle hatchery, and be in Galle Fort in about an hour. The spa and Ayurvedic treatments are popular in this part of Sri Lanka, and the wellness side of the stay is often a main reason guests choose the area. Details of rooms and meal plans change, so check before booking.
Location and getting around
The resort sits on the Bentota beachfront, a short drive from the railway station and the river. Colombo airport is around an hour and a half away by expressway. Hotel staff can arrange taxis, drivers and tours, and independent tuk-tuks are widely available.
The rooms and atmosphere
Expect comfortable, well-equipped rooms with air conditioning, balconies and a choice of garden, pool or sea views. The tone is polished but relaxed, with an international mix of guests. Families are welcome, and suites suit longer stays.
Who it suits and good to know: couples, families and wellness travellers will find plenty to enjoy. The sea can be rough from May to September, so the pools are the safer place to swim in the monsoon months. Compare meal plans and book early for the dry season from December to March.
Eating and extras
Restaurants typically include a buffet venue, a beachfront grill and a bar, with breakfast offering both Sri Lankan and international choices. Ask the spa about Ayurvedic consultations, which usually require booking in advance, and the activities desk about river safaris and cultural tours.
Why stay here
- ✓Beach access
- ✓Outdoor pools
- ✓Full-service spa
- ✓Several restaurants
- ✓Bar and lounge
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Airport transfers on request
Good questions
Was this hotel known by another name?+
It has traded under another brand name in the past, so older reviews and guides may use that name. The location is the same.
Does it have a spa?+
Resorts of this type offer a spa and often Ayurvedic treatments. Check current services and book in advance.
How far is it from Galle Fort?+
About an hour by road, depending on traffic, which makes a day trip easy.
