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Heritage House Bentota pool at dusk under a vivid purple sky with palm silhouettes
White canopy bedroom with blue ocean-inspired accents at Heritage House Bentota, Sri Lanka
Heritage House Bentota main dining area
Heritage House Bentota pool at dusk under a vivid purple sky with palm silhouettes
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Heritage House Bentota BENTOTA

Starting from $135
28 guests
14 rooms
14 bathrooms

Heritage House Bentota began life in the 1880s as the Mohotti Walauwa, a grand colonial ancestral home on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. In the 1970s, Geoffrey Bawa, the architect who effectively invented tropical modernism, chose it as the canvas for one of the country's first boutique hotels. He kept the proportions, added his signature deep verandas, open courtyards, and a 75-foot pool that runs the full length of the garden. The property has been sensitively updated since, now part of the KK Collection, but the bones remain Bawa's, and the place knows it.

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Amenities at Heritage House Bentota

Mature frangipani tree on the lawns at Heritage House Bentota, Bentota, Sri Lanka

The garden is irrigated with recycled water. The kitchen sources from local producers.

Heritage House Bentota pool with dramatic agave garden bed and Bawa-designed architecture

Original Mohotti Walauwa, reimagined by Sri Lanka's most celebrated architect.

Parking
Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Heating
Bathtub
Jacuzzi
Washing machine
Spa
BBQ Facilities
Staff Included
Crib
Hairdryer
Hot Water
Generator
Garden
Private Pool
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Daily Cleaning
Outdoor Shower
Netflix / Smart TV

Location

Galle Road, Bentota, Galle District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

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Bentota

Top-tier beaches, a dense river ecosystem, and a range of activities to try forever during your stay. When you book a villa in Bentota, you get access to a vacation beside serene and calm nature beside you. Choose from architecturally elegant villas and wake up to your favourite nature scenery outside your window with Ceylon Haven.

Get around

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport
Katunayake
1 hr 30 min
Colombo Fort Railway Station
Colombo
1 hr 30 min
Aluthgama Railway Station
Aluthgama
5 min
Bentota Lagoon and Seaplane Terminal
Bentota
5 min
Galle Fort
Galle
40 min

Points of interest

Bentota beach
Bentota
2 min
Lunuganga, Geoffrey Bawa Estate
Bentota
20 min
Brief Garden
Betuwala
20 min
Ariyapala Mask Factory and Museum
Ambalangoda
15 min
Richmond Castle
Kalutara
40 min
Koggala Turtle Hatchery
Koggala
50 min

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The Ceylon Haven Promise

  • Handpicked Villas. Only the best make the cut.
  • No Surprises. What you see is what you get.
  • Passport Included. Exclusive island experiences, on us.

Booking policies

House Rules

  • Minimum age for primary guest: 18 years
  • Children of all ages are welcome
  • No parties or events without prior approval
  • No smoking inside rooms
  • Pets not permitted

Good to Know

  • Check-in from 2:00 PM
  • Check-out by 12:00 noon
  • Room service available from the full restaurant menu
  • The coastal railway line runs along the garden boundary

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund
  • Cancel within 30 days of your check-in date and the booking is non-refundable

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Frequently asked questions

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What is Heritage House Bentota?
Heritage House Bentota is a 14-room boutique beachfront hotel on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka in the town of Bentota. Originally the colonial ancestral home Mohotti Walauwa, dating to the 1880s, it was reimagined by celebrated architect Geoffrey Bawa in the 1970s as one of Sri Lanka's first boutique hotels. It is now managed by the KK Collection and offers individually designed rooms, suites, two pools, a spa, and direct beach access.
What room types are available?
Heritage House Bentota has 14 individually designed rooms and suites, each with a distinct palette, layout, and character. Options include Standard and Superior rooms with garden or partial sea views, Junior Suites with private terraces, a two-bedroom Family Room, a Grand Deluxe Suite with private pool, and the Mohotti Suite: a two-bedroom, timber-panelled pavilion with a sunken sitting room, antique four-poster beds, and its own staircase, designed by Geoffrey Bawa himself.
Is breakfast included?
es. A full Sri Lankan breakfast is included in the rate and served daily. A proper Sri Lankan breakfast consists of seven different dishes served at once, alongside teas and fresh juice. It can be served to your room, on the veranda, or poolside.
How far is the beach?
Bentota beach is directly accessible from the hotel grounds, through a gate in the garden wall and across the narrow-gauge coastal railway line. The crossing is part of the experience: the Colombo-Galle coastal train is one of Asia's most celebrated rail journeys, and having it pass through your outlook is something no other hotel on this coast can offer.
Who designed Heritage House Bentota?
The property was originally designed and converted into a boutique hotel by Geoffrey Bawa in the 1970s. Bawa is widely regarded as the pioneer of tropical modernism and the most influential architect Sri Lanka has produced. His signature style, open verandas, clean proportions, courtyard gardens, and the seamless integration of interior and exterior, is visible throughout the property. The Mohotti Suite in particular remains largely untouched from Bawa's original vision.
Is Heritage House Bentota family-friendly?
Yes. The hotel welcomes children and has a dedicated shallow pool in the courtyard, a children's menu, and a two-bedroom Family Room. Cots are available on request for infants. Children aged 12 and under are considered as infants for pricing purposes.
What dining options are available?
The Villa Cafe serves contemporary Sri Lankan and South Indian cuisine from an a la carte menu, with all ingredients sourced from local producers. Signature dishes include whole mud-crab curry and a range of fusion plates built on Sri Lankan classics. Weekly beach barbecues and global theme dinner nights add variety. The full menu is available as room service, poolside, or on the beach.

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