The Palace by Ocean

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: The Palace by Ocean in Bentota offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy garden and terrace views, ensuring a relaxing stay. Exceptional Facilities: The property features an indoor swimming pool, lush gardens, and a spacious terrace. Additional amenities include a balcony, pool views, and free on-site private parking. Comfortable Amenities: Each room is equipped with a work desk, electric kettle, and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy American breakfast, tea and coffee makers, and a refrigerator for added convenience. Prime Location: Located less than 1 km from Ahungalla Beach and 62 km from Koggala Airport, The Palace by Ocean is close to attractions such as Bentota Lake and Galle Fort. Highly rated for its attentive staff and impeccable service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)

Breakfast info

American

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  • Pool view

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
We have 1 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed
280 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • Iron
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Additional toilet
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$111 per night
Original price
US$555
Late Escape Deal
- US$222
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$333
US$111 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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40% off
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Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 5.75 % City tax
  • Breakfast not included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$120 per night
Original price
US$600
Late Escape Deal
- US$240
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$360
US$120 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
40% off
40% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 5.75 % City tax
  • Good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$108 per night
Original price
US$540
Late Escape Deal
- US$216
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$324
US$108 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
40% off
40% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 5.75 % City tax
  • Breakfast not included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$117 per night
Original price
US$585
Late Escape Deal
- US$234
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$351
US$117 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
40% off
40% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 5.75 % City tax
  • Good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Double or Twin Room with Pool View
We have 1 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 1 large double bed
645 feet²
Pool view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$141 per night
Original price
US$703.50
Late Escape Deal
- US$281.40
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$422.10
US$141 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
40% off
40% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 5.75 % City tax
  • Breakfast not included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$147 per night
Original price
US$735
Late Escape Deal
- US$294
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$441
US$147 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
40% off
40% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 5.75 % City tax
  • Good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
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Guests who stayed here loved

Salma
Morocco Morocco
“The room smell amazing. The personnel are very nice and friendly (no mosquitoes), it is a bit far from bentota, and about 15min from the beach.”
Boglárka
Hungary Hungary
“This is honestly the most amazing place we’ve ever stayed! Everything about this hotel is simply perfect — beautiful and spotless rooms, an incredible atmosphere, and a team that truly goes above and beyond for their guests. The service is...”
Ranjith
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“The hotel provided a good base for a short trip. Food was a highlight, with satisfying meals. Room comfort was adequate – nothing special, but perfectly functional. Staff were genuinely friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The pool area...”
Sakina
Kenya Kenya
“Location was a little away from the water sports areas and beach but we enjoyed our stay especially the outdoor heated pool at night”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel with large rooms. Staff were very polite and helpful and food was great!”
Bruce
Australia Australia
“We stayed two nights. Very comfortable. Staff were amazingly helpful.”
Sofia
Russia Russia
“Really friendly and helping staff, tasty meals, comfortable beds, 10 minutes to the ocean, good AC”
Ekaterina
Russia Russia
“We stayed for 10 days, good accommodation, new rooms, nice pool, friendly staff”
Matthew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything. Wonderful staff , fabulous food and a lovely pool. We had the Empire room which was fantastic and huge. Highly Recommended 5⭐️”
Prakash
India India
“Excellent property.Well maintained and absolutely clean”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Palace by Ocean

Company review score: 9.4Based on 127 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Enjoy your luxury stay by experiencing authentic Sri Lankan south coast culture with of activities and nature all around you. You could pamper your beach holiday from Bandaranayake International Airport from just one and half hours of drive, spacious suite rooms with modern amenities.

Neighbourhood information

Famous for turtle watching, madu river safari, the traditions of masks and puppets and secret island temple kothduwa. Experience the Sri Lankan cinnamon cultivations and local fishing.

Languages spoken

English,Hindi,Malay,Russian

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$15 per person.
  • Served daily
    07:00 to 08:00
  • Cuisine
    American
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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 09:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per person, per night

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.