Malu Banna

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Malu Banna in Aluthgama offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and river views. Each room includes a balcony or terrace, ensuring a pleasant stay. Dining Experience: The hotel features a restaurant serving seafood, local, Asian, European, and barbecue grill cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, à la carte, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and Asian. Leisure Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace, enjoy the outdoor seating area, or take a dip in the pool. Additional amenities include a bar, coffee shop, and picnic area. Prime Location: Located a 14-minute walk from Bentota Beach and 700 metres from Bentota Lake, Malu Banna is near attractions such as Kande Viharaya Temple and Lunuganga. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Asian

Rooms with:

  • Sea view

  • Landmark view

  • Terrace

  • River view

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Double Room with Balcony
We have 1 left
High floor
  • 1 large double bed
270 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
River view
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
  • Free toiletries
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Seating Area
  • Video
  • TV
  • Mosquito net
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Cable channels
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Max adults: 2
US$101 per night
Price US$304
Excluded: 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast US$10 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 2
US$110 per night
Price US$330
Excluded: 1 % City tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$105 per night
Price US$315
Excluded: 1 % City tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
We have 2 left
High floor
  • 1 extra-large double bed
351 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Landmark view
River view
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Max adults: 2
US$124 per night
Price US$373
Excluded: 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast US$10 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 2
US$135 per night
Price US$405
Excluded: 1 % City tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location by the side of the river and close to the sea. Spacious, comfortable air conditioned bedroom and en-suite. Friendly and accommodating staff.”
John
Ireland Ireland
“It is truly a wonderful experience The hotel has the most magnificent views, staff exceptional, clean and great facilities. The only issue I had was with the tv and wifi, both were swiftly and efficiently solved. Breakfast was lovely and we ate...”
Neal
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Incredible hotel with wonderful attentive staff. We wish we had taken our road trip the opposite way round which would have enabled us to stay longer at this great hotel & to enjoy more of its facilities & water sports etc.”
Warren
Australia Australia
“You can't get a better room in all of Sri Lanka. Beautiful bed, fantastic modern bathroom, even a little fridge with cold drinks. Take advantage of the free boat ride across the river to the ocean beach. We loved it and we recommend it.”
Paula
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location overlooking the river was beautiful. The room was exceptionally large and clean. The staff were friendly and professional and helped with organising the river safari with them, which by the way I would highly recommend. Breakfast was...”
Tickner
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was great, staff extremely friendly & super helpful!! Boat taxi to the beach was a highlight as was the river safari - a MUST DO! Our room was lovely but aircon not working so we were moved immediately & we also had a fridge brought up to...”
Natalie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It’s tucked away down a back street but once you’re there it’s such a good find .. free boat ride back and forth across the river make it super easy to get to the most beautiful beach … the staff are super helpful .. it’s a very simple but lovely...”
Poobendren
South Africa South Africa
“Stunning location on the river bank.. Hotel has its own jetty and provide a free boat ride across to the beach. Hotel offers a variety of watersports. Beaches are very safe to swim. Very close to the town centre as well. Very attentive and...”
Kristoffer
Norway Norway
“Very good location! The hotel is very nice, and also offer a lot of water sports that you can book with them. They will take you to the other side of the river for free to visit Bentota beach. They upgraded our room for free, which was really nice!”
Massi
Germany Germany
“All the people working there were so nice and helpful. I had a little accident with a rental Tuktuk and the staff got out of their way to help us organize everything and we had to do nothing. Also the rooms are wonderful and the activities are so...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Malu Banna Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Seafood • Local • Asian • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Malu Banna takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

1 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per child, per night
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Malu Banna in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.