A premier beach resort town on the southwest coast, famous for water sports, luxury hotels, and the Bentota River. Perfect for couples and families.
Bentota is in Galle District, in Sri Lanka's Southern Province. It is 86 km by road from Colombo Fort, about 1 hour 45 minutes by car without traffic. From Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) it is 108 km, about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Distances and drive times from Google Maps, checked 2 November 2026.The best time to visit Bentota is December to March, when the northeast monsoon keeps the southwest coast dry and the sea calm. The southwest monsoon brings rain and rough seas from May to September, and October and November have thunderstorms across the island. April is hot, with some afternoon storms.
Seasons as set by the Department of Meteorology, Sri Lanka. What the weather is like right nowRatings and review counts from Google Maps, checked 20 October 2026. Only open places with many reviews are listed.
Malubanna Watersports & Activities Centre
4.4★ from 323 reviews · Tourist Attraction
Open in Google MapsHidden Roots Bentota Boat Safari & Mangrove Eco River Safari
5★ from 143 reviews · Tour Agency
Open in Google MapsRiver Adventure - Water Sports Center - Bentota, Sri Lanka
4.9★ from 102 reviews · Services
Open in Google MapsCinnamon Bentota Beach - Signature Selection
4.8★ from 6,500 reviews · Resort hotel
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Bentota Beach
Brief Garden
Bentota River Safari
Lunuganga Estate
Bentota is one of the best romantic destinations in Sri Lanka. Luxury beachfront hotels, couples' Ayurveda treatments, sunset river cruises, and private beach dining make it perfect for honeymoons.
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