Discover the wonders of the beaches of Sri Lanka during your stay at Club Bentota. A hassle free vacation for you and a fun-packed adventure for the kids: provide exciting water sports, an extensive ayurvedic spa and so much more on a secluded, breathtaking beach front. Built on a peninsula referred to as Paradise Island, Club Bentota is located on the South West coast of Sri Lanka and is flanked by the Indian Ocean and the Bentota River. Have fun under the sun with jet skiing, wind surfing, beach volleyball, croquet, river boat cruises and much more. Unwind by taking a dip in the pool or Ocean, play a game of cards with friendly guests from around the world, or read a book in our hotel book shop.

Club Bentota was built in 1982 by South African architect, John Drake. The teak and Palmyra fittings in classic southern Sri Lankan style, with stylized roof fringes, columns and roof beams all add to the buildings' unique character and ambiance. The red brick exterior, columns and herringbone patterned flooring transport you to a different era. Access to the upper floor are via a wooden gantry supported by a complex interlocking latticework of vertical and horizontal architectural lines; the wooden mesh work makes a profound artistic statement that alters your mood ostensibly. The extraordinary vaulted roof, with baked red clay tiles, completes the magical setting.

Room Catergories: Superior Room / Deluxe Room

Club Bentota is built on a peninsula referred to as "Paradise Island" and is between the Indian Ocean and the Bentota River. The names 'Bentota' comes from a mythical story which claims that a demon named 'Bem' ruled the 'tota' (river bank). Bentota is situated on the southern coastal tip of the Galle District and is famous for its golden beaches. The town is a popular tourist attraction and is a great destination for water sports. The city's population is estimated to be between 25,000 and 50,000 and the residents of Bentota are extremely friendly.

Room Catergories: Luxury Room / Garden Suite / Master Suite

• River Boat Cruise - You are taken through mangroves which surround you with astounding beauty. Experience nature first hand as your guide helps you identify unique plants and animals.
• Wild Life - For those in pursuit of more than just a walk along the beach, Club Bentota offers a journey into the Sri Lankan Wild Life. Hike on a nature trail through the jungle facing the Bentota River.
• Marine Turtle Hatchery - In 1981 the Wildlife Protection Society established the famous Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery to protect Sri Lanka's turtles from extinction. Fishermen walk along the sandy beaches at night and collect the turtle eggs. Initially, they were then sold to who ever would pay the highest price. Once the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery opened, the hatchery began paying the fisherman for the eggs. Visitors of the hatchery can see the huge tanks filled with new born turtles. The baby turtles are fed and cared for until they are 2-4 years old. They are then taken to the sea and released during the safer hours of darkness. The main laying season is from October to April, but some eggs can be found at Kosgoda throughout the year.
• Glass Bottom Boat Tour to Coral Reef - Ride in a glass-bottomed boat to view coral reef in the crystal clear waters of Hikkaduwa. View exotic marine life like never before as you ride over beautiful corals, intricate underwater plants and creatures in their natural habitat. This is ideal for those who want to experience the Hikkaduwa reef without diving in and getting wet.
• Ariyapala Mask Museum - Bandusena Wijesooriya was born into a family of eminent artists and craftsman. He is a dancer, mask-carver, musician and teacher. Coming from over five generations of mask carvers, the Wijesooriya family have preserved and strengthened the mask carving tradition. The Ariyapala Masks Museum was established in 1987 to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka while preserving it for future generations.
• Moonstone Factory - A moonstone is grey in colour and feels cool and smooth to the touch. When polished it has a glow like of the moon. Moonstone's are in the semi-precious category and are an important component of the Sri Lankan gem industry. The finest are bluish in colour and are found in high concentrations in Meetiyagoda, between Ambalangoda and Hikkaduwa. The nearby villagers believe that this piece of land is blessed by the moon. At the Moonstone Factory you can see or even go down into a narrow shaft where the stones are mined. The visitor centre will provide information relative to the stones while the gift shop on the premises sells moonstones as well as other stones.
• Lunuganga Estate - The land in which the Lunuganga estate resides now has a long beautiful history. It was a Dutch cinnamon garden and then a British rubber estate. The area around Lunuganga is the wettest and most fertile region of the island. To the east of the estate, lies the mysterious Sinharaja Forest, which is the last surviving primeval rain forest in the country. The estate itself sits beside two low hills along the Dedduwa Lake, and as you look further down you can see the Indian Ocean splash over coral reefs. As you breathe in the fresh air, you get a feeling of complete peace.