The hotel, designed based on an ancient Dutch fort by the famous Geoffrey Bawa, is situated at the point where the Bentota River flows into the Indian Ocean. Expect to be lulled by the sounds of ocean waves and the water lapping against the river banks. The hotel, through its specialised sports centre (Club Inter Sport) offers an array of motorised water-sports that get the adrenaline pumping. Popular excursions from the hotel include taking a boat ride along the Bentota River to the surrounding mangroves, visiting the turtle hatcheries in Kosgoda, or taking an hour's drive to explore the Dutch Fort in Galle. For the laid-back there is an Ayurvedic spa with an expertise in pampering.

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Located in the southern coastal belt of Sri Lanka Bentota is known for its stretches of indigo sea and golden sands. It is positioned 60 Kilometres away from Colombo and can be easily accessed after a two and half hour drive. Like the naming of many other villages Bentota too derives its name from a mythical story, according to legend a demon called 'Bem' ruled the river which was referred to as 'tota'. The village of Bentota remains to be peaceful, making it the perfect beach sanctuary to escape into. Staying true to its location the village is renowned for water sports that exploit the lagoon, river and sea. Travel to Bentota and explore the temples located within the village and delve into the culture and heritage of the southern coast of Sri Lanka and release a baby sea turtle into the ocean late at night and observe how it waddles its way into the sea across the sand.

• water sports on offer
• Release a baby turtle into the sea
• Take a cruise up the river on a boat safari
• Explore the village temples
• Saunter through the Brief Garden