Waterside Bentota

Hotel, 3-starYathramulla Road, Bentota, BentotaShow on map

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10.0 · Exceptional5 reviews

Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM.
Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.3 out of 10, at Yathramulla Road, Bentota.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Outdoor Pool and Bicycles Rental Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or explore the area on wheels with bicycles for rent, adding fun and adventure to your stay.

Restaurant Dining and Bar/Lounge Indulge in delicious meals at the onsite restaurant or enjoy a cozy night in with room service. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, the perfect end to your day in paradise.

Convenience and Comfort Benefit from amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and a picnic area. Feel at home in air-conditioned rooms with minibars and daily housekeeping.

Experience convenience and relaxation at Waterside Bentota. Book your stay now for a memorable beachside getaway.

What this place offers

Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Free self parking
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service

Rooms

10.0

Exceptional

Rated 10.0 out of 10 by 5 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness7.8
Service8.3
Location8.3
Rooms7.6
Amenities7.2
Value6.9
Food & drink7.8

Guests mention

Friendly staffGreat locationBeautiful viewsClean rooms

Gigi
January 2020
The staff were so warm and welcoming and location was nice and quiet. We did a cooking demonstration with the chef and the food was delicious!
Verified traveler
January 2020
Fabulous Stay and Wonderful Service
We enjoyed a memorable stay at the Waterside Bentota - the staff were so friendly and went out of their way to help us. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and a special private table was set up overlooking the…
Charles
January 2019
Riverside relaxation
A delightful property on the bank of the Bentota river with just six rooms arranged in two tiers of three. The upper three have spacious balconies, and the lower three share a terrace next to the pool, which is set in a…
Verified traveler
January 2018
An idyllic spot on the river with gentle breezes. The staff are all charming. The Sri Lankan curry in the restaurant is fantastic.
Mark
December 2016
A friendly and helpful team at Waterside Bentota
Indika and the other staff were all 110 % friendly, helpful, genuine and polite. There was always the option of more toast at breakfast! There was also a complimentary boat service across the lake to the beach and the…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated June 2025.

Where you’ll be

Yathramulla Road, Bentota, Bentota

Guests rate the location 8.3 out of 10 — very good.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 2:00 PM until 12:00 AM

Check-out by 12:00 PM

No children

No pets

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Pets. Pets not allowed

General. Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

General. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

General. Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch

Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available

General. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

General. Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Guest type. Essential workers only - NO

Accessibility. No elevators

General. Individually-wrapped food options are available

General. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

General. Staff wears personal protective equipment

General. Temperature checks are available to guests

General. Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant

General. Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service

General. Social distancing measures are in place

General. Professional property host/manager

Children and extra beds. No cribs (infant beds) available

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

General. Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

General. Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Contactless check-out is available. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Waterside Bentota

What time is check-in and check-out at Waterside Bentota?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Waterside Bentota allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Waterside Bentota?

Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.

Is breakfast included at Waterside Bentota?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does Waterside Bentota have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

How do I book Waterside Bentota?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Waterside Bentota?

Yathramulla Road, Bentota, Bentota.

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