Sandali Walauwa, Bentota

Sandali Walauwa - A colonial-modern hotel with a private beach, Ayurveda spa, and traditional Sri Lankan cuisine

Sandali Walauwa features 17 rooms split between a colonial wing with eight rooms and a modern wing with nine rooms, each offering private balconies with garden or pool views. The colonial wing includes common lounge areas opening to tropical gardens, while modern rooms feature air conditioning, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Sandali Walauwa, which also serves Sri Lankan, Western, Asian, and seafood specialties, including jumbo prawns and lobster. The hotel’s Ayurveda spa provides traditional treatments, and its private beach is 100 meters away. Located 2 km from Bentota Railway Station, the hotel offers free transport. Nearby attractions include Bentota Beach (4 km), Galapata Raja Temple (3 km), and the Dutch Fort in Galle (UNESCO World Heritage Site).

Pros

The colonial wing features antique wooden furniture and a historic ambiance.

The private beach is just 100 meters from the property.

Free transport is provided to and from Bentota Railway Station.

The Ayurveda spa offers traditional massages and holistic treatments.

Rooms include private balconies with garden or pool views.

Cons

The beachfront location may result in occasional noise from nearby water sports.

Some rooms in the colonial wing lack modern amenities like minibars.