TOP SIGHTS IN BENTOTA
BERUWALA LIGHTHOUSE
Standing tall for 2 decades from the 1880s, this lighthouse is still been used up to date. The lighthouse is situated on the island of Barberyn which is accessible via a 10-minute boat ride. Click HERE for directions to the location.
KANDE VIHARAYA TEMPLE
Kande Viharaya Temple is a major Buddhist location in the Kalutara district. The name “Kande Viharaya” is derived as it is built on top of a hill in the Aluthgama town. Click HERE for the directions to this location.
BRIEF GARDEN
Brief Gardens is a former house and landscape in Beruwala designed by famous landscape architect and owner Bevis Bawa. The estate’s unique name was derived from the fact it was purchased by his father, Benjamin, with funds from a successful legal brief. Click HERE for the directions to this location.
RESTAURANTS
GOLDEN GRILL RESTAURANT
This restaurant is famous for its gorgeous view towards the Bentota river, and also not forgetting the authentic Sri Lankan food that you will not forget to have when on Paradise island. For the location of the restaurant click HERE.
VINTAGE RESTAURANT
A brilliant place to enjoy good food and a chilled beer along with the beautiful sunset. For the location to the restaurant click HERE.
RANA SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
If you need to enjoy some delicious food with a great ambiance dont forget to check Rana’s Seafood. For the location of the restaurant click HERE.
ACCOMMODATION
CINNAMON BENTOTA BEACH
CENTARA CEYSANDS RESORT AND SPA
Located in a beautiful location, overlooking the rice fields and wildlife. It would cost around $25 for two people for a night, which includes breakfast. For the location of the hotel click HERE.
KURUMBA VILLAS
Located closer to most of the great locations to visit mentioned above this amazing place is built to showcase the authenticity of Sri Lanka. One night stay starting at $81, this brilliant location would take your breath away. To check out their website for more information click HERE.