Amal Beach Hotel

On Sri Lanka’s sun-soaked southwest coast in Bentota (Aturuwella), right on the beach and within easy walking distance of the town center. Five minutes by car to Bentota Beach and a short drive to Golden Mile Beach and Kande Vihare Temple. Boutique beach hotel and family-friendly spa-resort hub for Ayurveda and yoga.

Privately owned, family-run boutique hotel with a relaxed, palm-lined coastline vibe. Ten luxury double rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, all sea-view with private balconies or patios, air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs and en-suite showers with complimentary toiletries. A new spa-resort on site focuses on Ayurveda and yoga — perfect for slow, sea-breeze mornings.

On-site spa-resort offering Ayurveda treatments and a massage room, plus a dedicated yoga area. Diving club and bicycles to rent for active days. Barbeque area, terrace and garden for lounging. Two restaurants, a bar/lounge and limited room service. Practical perks include complimentary wireless internet, 24-hour front desk, free self-parking, laundry/dry cleaning, car rental, safe-deposit boxes, airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting/childcare (surcharge).

Family-run restaurant serving local Sri Lankan cuisine alongside a second on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge for evening drinks. Continental breakfast is available daily (for a fee), and limited room service makes late returns to the beach easy.