Thaala BentotavsWhy House
Both hotels are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, AVANI Bentota Resort & Spa is the choice of most reviewers compared to Why House. AVANI Bentota Resort & Spa scores 81 with positive reviews from 2 publications including Oyster, The Telegraph.
Thaala Bentota
Bentota, Bentota 80500, Sri Lanka
From $88/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Oyster
Upscale
"This 75-room, upscale beach resort on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka has competitive prices and attractive tropical modern style." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Designed by Sri Lanka’s premier architect Geoffrey Bawa, this hotel oozes his Tropical Modernism style, with clean lines, use of light and elegant design." Full review
Why House
Mihiripenna, Talpe, Galle, Sri Lanka
From $220/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
The Telegraph
9.0
"Set in spacious gardens, just inland from Galle’s palm-studded coastline, Why House is one of those rare hotels that suits couples and families alike." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Honey, you’re home: Why House, a friendly, relaxed Sri Lankan villa set in lush tropical gardens, is all yours to play with (and little ones will love it, too)." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This feels more like a private estate than a small hotel, with its expansive grounds and rooms in a colonial house (or cottages)." Full review