Bentota, Sri Lanka

A riverside cottage among the spice trees

Five quiet rooms on the banks of the Bentota River, wrapped in a garden of mango, jackfruit and cinnamon. Free kayaking, river safaris and home-cooked curries — the way a Sri Lankan homestay should feel.

4.92 / 5130+ guest reviews
5Rooms available
FreeKayaking on the river
Amenities & Experiences

Everything a river holiday needs

Breakfast is on the house. Everything else — from a curry lunch to a river safari at dusk — is arranged the moment you ask.

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Home-cooked meals

Rice & curry, seafood and string hoppers cooked by the host family — available upon request.

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Free kayaking

Kayaks are free to use on the river right outside the garden, any time of day.

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Boat river safaris

Mangroves, river islands and birdlife by boat — arranged on request.

Rs. 4,000 / hour
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Garden BBQ

A BBQ machine is available for guest use in the garden — bring your own catch or ask us to arrange one.

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Bicycles

Free bicycles for exploring the lanes, paddy fields and nearby village.

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Yoga on request

Morning garden yoga sessions can be arranged with advance notice.

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Free Wi-Fi & A/C

Every room has air-conditioning, a ceiling fan, mosquito nets and complimentary Wi-Fi.

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Spice garden

Mango, jackfruit, coconut, guava, pineapple, cashew and cinnamon trees to wander through.

The Rooms

Five rooms, each facing the river or garden

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River View Room

Private balcony looking straight onto the Bentota River.

2 guestsBalconyEn-suite
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Garden Room

Tucked among the spice trees, with an outdoor-style rain shower.

2 guestsGarden viewOutdoor shower
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Family Suite

Our largest room — two beds, ideal for families travelling with children.

4 guestsTwo bedsRiver view
Gallery

A glimpse of the cottage

River, food and activity photos are real (Bentota River / Madu Ganga / Sri Lankan cuisine, via Wikimedia Commons). Room interior shots are placeholders — swap in the property's real Airbnb photos before launch.

Guest Reviews

Loved for the food, the family, and the river

★★★★★

"The meals were absolutely smashing — string hoppers with fish and prawn curry every morning. Felt like staying with family."

— Airbnb guest
★★★★★

"Kayaking right outside our room at sunrise was the highlight of our whole Sri Lanka trip. Completely free and completely peaceful."

— Airbnb guest
★★★★★

"The boat safari through the mangroves was worth every rupee. The host arranged everything within the hour."

— Airbnb guest

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