Overview
5-star beachfront resort on Bentota Beach with architecture by Geoffrey Bawa
Architecture & Art
Cinnamon Bentota Beach is a hotel designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, integrating open spaces with nature and featuring 74 murals by artists like Ena de Silva and Lakshman. Guests can join a guided tour led by art curator Sanduni, who shares the history behind the batik artworks and brasswork. The property also includes Geoffrey Bawa's private suite with views of the sea and Bentota River, accessible on selected tours.
Dining
The hotel offers dining at Zest & Ottimo, a buffet with live cooking stations serving Sri Lankan, Indian, Chinese, and international cuisine, plus a dedicated Italian restaurant. Themed dinner nights and a seafood restaurant called Spice Meets the Sea provide variety, while the Drench swim-up bar and Fuze bar serve drinks and cocktails. Breakfast includes fresh coconut water and Sri Lankan tea, with options for halal, vegetarian, and vegan diets.
Wellness & Recreation
The spa includes a sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and offers treatments like Swedish massage by therapists such as Santi Nayomi, with a full spa lounge and relaxation area. Daily morning and evening yoga sessions with instructor Roland take place by the river, open to all levels. Recreational facilities include two outdoor pools with pool bars, a fitness center overlooking the river, and water sports such as canoeing, windsurfing, and stand-up paddleboarding.
Family & Children
The hotel has a comprehensive children's club with specialized activities, board games, an indoor play area, and a trampoline, supervised by dedicated staff. Babysitting services are available, and the kids' club is one of the largest in Sri Lanka, offering crafts and supervised fun. The property also features a kids' pool and a shallow children's area, plus family-friendly room types like the Luxury Seafront Premium Terrace.
Location & Activities
Cinnamon Bentota Beach sits on a 1000 ft stretch of coastline between Bentota Beach and Bentota Lake, 40 miles from Colombo and minutes from the Bentota Railway Station. Nearby attractions include Lunuganga Estate (Geoffrey Bawa's country home) and the Bentota River for boat tours. The hotel arranges excursions to Galle Fort and turtle sanctuaries, and offers free private parking with electric vehicle charging stations.
- Architecture: Geoffrey Bawa design with 74 murals
- Dining: 5 dining venues including Spice Meets the Sea
- Wellness: Spa with sauna, steam, jacuzzi & yoga
- Family: Comprehensive kids' club with indoor play area
- Recreation: Two pools, water sports, fitness center
- Perks: GHA DISCOVERY loyalty program benefits
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed2 Single beds
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed and 1 Sofa bed1 King Size Bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Valet parking
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Babysitting/Child services
Outdoor swimming pool
Children's play area
Children's pool
Kids club
Children's menu
Beach access
Sun loungers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Wind surfing
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Badminton
- Pool tables
- Yoga class
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Kids club
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness center
- Pool with view
Room view
- Sea view
- Garden view
- Ocean view
- River view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Cinnamon Bentota Beach - Signature Selection
| 💵 Lowest room price | 284 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 100 yd |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Bentota River Seaplane Base, BJT |
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