Temple Tree Resort & Spa

Wow, it was a truly great and unexpected experience. Two weeks after returning from a one month touring holiday in Italy and Switzerland we just wanted a short relaxing break to chill out by the sea and we were very pleasantly surprised. Our bedrooms were chic and comfortable with a spectacular 180 degree sea view from the room balcony. The two outdoor swimming pools which are constantly cleaned by the Pool Attendants were fabulous. My wife and I preferred the large main pool while the children enjoyed the smaller Jacuzzi pool and best of all - you step from the pools or garden directly onto the beach!!! Food was also superb and far better than expected. The Dinner Buffet had a huge choice with two varieties of soup, six salads and eight desserts including our favourite fruits and ice cream. Mains were a mix of Indian (Chicken Makhani, Palak Paneer, Bindi Masala, Chicken Biriyani, Naan and Paratha and several others) Chinese (Chilli Prawns, Fried Pork, Egg Fried Rice and Seafood Noodles), Western (Spaghetti Carbonara, Lasagna and Grilled Fish) and of course a Sri Lankan corner of Rice, Vegetables and Condiments. Action Stations manned by busy cooks made Sri Lankan Hoppers, Indian style Vade and Chinese Spring Rolls. The dinner on our second night had a different flair with more BBQ style options, Tandoori Chicken and Baked dishes. Breakfast was also great with a choice of Fruit Juices, Cereals, Fruits and Salads, Ham and Cheese. Eggs made to order in any style by smiling Chefs, Bacon and Sausages, Waffles and freshly baked Bread and Pastries and a large array of Indian and Sri Lanka breakfast options like Dosa, Idly and Roti, Dhal, Chutneys and Curries. We were completely spoiled with this choice of options. We will be going back soon!!!!

Absolutely nothing

Deluxe room upgrade on arrival, most comfy beds in all our Sri Lanka stay of 3 weeks, great pool, beach & beach shade of palms just across the lawn

one or two parts of hotel looking a little tired now in terms of decor & equipment in rooms but nothing in-terms of reducing the overall stay.

Private beach

Food variety could have been better.

I stayed at Temple Tree Resort in Bentota. The hotel's location is good with direct beach access. However, the rooms were just okay and could have been cleaner. Overall, it was an average experience