Taj Bentota Resort & Spa

The property is currently being renovated and will probably be a real gem afterwards. The spotlights that shine on the hotel and the rooms at night are a bit of a nuisance.

Every wish is anticipated. The staff are extremely friendly. Unfortunately, sun loungers and umbrellas had to be paid for separately.

The staff were fantastic. Any help was provided immediately and everyone was attentive to our needs. However, there were only three yoga sessions per week for beginners, held on a hard stone floor with thin mats. I would have liked to use the beach for yoga and other activities, but unfortunately that wasn't possible. The hotel is really great for relaxing and discovering Sri Lanka, but not at all suitable for a Panchakarma or ayurvedic treatment programme. I have done ayurvedic treatment programmes in neighbouring hotels in recent years and can't compare this hotel to them. Normally there are cleansing days, instructions, guidance and support, but we didn't experience that here.

The food was incredible, freshly cooked and there was something for every taste.

The view from the pool over the sea was breathtaking. The walk to the spa took a few minutes, about 300 metres. The spa could do with some investment to restore the sense of wellbeing. The therapists do an excellent job. Suranga and Susanti gave us wonderful oil massages and two hours of great massages every day.

The hotel is modern, well maintained and welcoming. The entire property is very clean and well organised, so you feel at ease from the moment you arrive. It’s perfect for a relaxing holiday, but also ideal for guests who want to enjoy the many opportunities for excursions. A good balance of peace and relaxation with a range of activities. Overall, the hotel makes a high-quality and professional impression.

Our room was always clean and well maintained. We’d particularly like to mention our housekeeper, Mitjko, who repeatedly made creative figures out of bath towels for us – a thoughtful and personal touch that made our stay even more enjoyable.

The hotel offers a wide range of leisure and fitness activities. The aqua aerobics classes and yoga with Kalpani deserve a special mention – many thanks for the wonderful care! There is also a modern gym with new equipment. The sauna area is very clean and a lovely place to relax. Beach volleyball right at the hotel provides another sporting option. The hotel also offers various creative classes, which are great fun and add variety. Everything is well maintained and modern, making for an altogether pleasant stay.

The staff were always very friendly and attentive, and regularly asked whether we needed anything else. We’d particularly like to mention Kamal, who treated us to fresh waffles throughout our stay – a small but much-appreciated gesture that made our stay even more enjoyable.

The pool area was very clean and well maintained. There was plenty of space for all the guests, so we could swim or relax whenever we wanted. We really enjoyed our stay here.