Lagoon Bentota Resort

Beside the Bentota lagoon where the river meets the Indian Ocean, Lagoon Bentota Resort positions guests between two distinct waterfronts — the calm brackish lagoon for canoeing and windsurfing, and a private beach strip for open-sea swimming.

Water sports run directly from the property: snorkeling, diving, and kayaking are staffed on site, while bicycle rentals and guided bike tours extend further into the coconut-fringed coastal strip south of Colombo. The spa carries full wellness packages including yoga classes and a relaxation lounge; the outdoor pool and kids' waterslide serve families who prefer to stay closer to the garden.

Themed dinners and live music run most evenings at the restaurant, with a happy-hour bar alongside. Bentota train station — on the Colombo-Galle coastal line — sits roughly ten minutes by tuk-tuk, placing both cities within day-trip range.