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Village Headman's Bungalow

Name: Village Headman's Bungalow
Address: Gonagala pura, Bentota., Bentota, LK
Price range: $$

Gonagala pura, Bentota.

10.03 reviews

|Updated: Jun 22, 2026

About Village Headman's Bungalow

Beyond the beach resort strip that defines most Bentota itineraries, Village Headman's Bungalow sits in the quiet inland quarter of Gonagala pura, where coconut groves replace hotel towers and the pace drops considerably.

The property draws its name from the traditional headman's residence it occupies — a bungalow-style structure that reflects the domestic architecture of Sri Lanka's rural southwest rather than resort convention. Three reviews to date each award a perfect score, a rare signal for a small property still establishing its presence.

Bentota's lagoon and beach lie within short reach by tuk-tuk, while the town's river safari operators — departing from the lagoon mouth — offer mangrove trips rarely found this close to the coast highway.

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Airport shuttleNon-smoking roomsFamily roomsFacilities for disabled guestsRoom serviceTerraceGardenOutdoor swimming poolDesignated smoking areaBBQ facilitiesShuttle serviceSmoke-free propertyWake-up serviceSoundproofPacked lunchesClothes rackToilet paperTowelsBidetBathtub or showerPrivate bathroomToiletFree toiletriesShowerSpecial diet meals (on request)Breakfast in the roomInternetOutdoor furnitureGarden viewDeskWheelchair accessibleInvoice providedLockersExpress check-in/outIroning serviceFire extinguishersCCTV outside propertyCCTV in common areasFace masks for guests availableThermometers for guests provided by propertyAccess to healthcare professionalsFirst aid kits availableProcess in place to check health of guestsHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasShared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removedStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesScreens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areasPhysical distancing rules followedCashless payment availableGuests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stayGuest accommodation disinfected between staysLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusDelivered food covered securelyAll plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitizedFood can be delivered to guest accommodationPhysical distancing in dining areasShared lounge/TV areaBicycle rentalCooking classCyclingShared kitchenSun deckLinensIndoor play area24-hour securitySingle-room AC for guest accommodationGuest accommodation sealed after cleaningLive music/PerformanceHappy hourBeach chairs/LoungersTour deskWalking toursSpa facilitiesBabysitting/Child servicesCar rentalRefrigeratorHand sanitizerCurrency exchangePublic transit ticketsGrocery deliveriesSitting areaBike toursFanConvenience store on siteMosquito netEntire unit wheelchair accessibleOutdoor play equipment for kidsPrivate entranceHikingDining tableOutdoor dining areaDivingFishingOutdoor fireplaceDining areaEvening entertainmentEntertainment staffCanoeingEntire unit located on ground floorWindsurfingSnorkelingKitchenwareKitchenMicrowaveOvenBadminton equipmentAir conditioning