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Malu Banna

3.0 star property
Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Terrace/patio
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1 bedroom, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
15/3 River Avenue, River Avenue, Aluthgama, 12080
  • Kaluwamodara Bridge
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Kande Vihare Temple
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Moragalla Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bentota (BJT-Bentota River)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Sea Facing

1 bedroom, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Sea Facing

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 278 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Sea Facing

1 bedroom, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, Sea Facing

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 278 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, River View

1 bedroom, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Classic Double Room, River View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 214 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Aluthgama

At Malu Banna you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Kande Vihare Temple and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Moragalla Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy access to boat tours, motor boating and rowing/canoeing. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of a free beach shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Aluthgama hotel include Bentota Beach and Beruwela Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Bentota Beach - 1 min drive
  • Kande Vihare Temple - 5 min drive
  • Beruwela Harbour - 8 min drive
  • Moragalla Beach - 8 min drive
  • Brief Garden, Bevis Bawa - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Aluthgama Railway Station - 10 min walk
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fuze - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Amal Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nebula Pier 88 Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chaplon Tea Center - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Malu Banna

Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge
You'll be playing in the surf in no time with a free ride on the hotel's complimentary beach shuttle. Summer fun is a breeze at Malu Banna with activities such as windsurfing, waterskiing and motor boating.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This Colonial hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Aluthgama hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Malu Banna offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, German, Hindi, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Motor boating
  • Shopping
  • Ski lessons
  • Stereo
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 65 per vehicle
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds and on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Malu Banna Hotel Bentota
Malu Banna Hotel
Malu Banna Hotel Beruwela
Malu Banna Beruwela
Hotel Malu Banna Beruwela
Beruwela Malu Banna Hotel
Hotel Malu Banna
Malu Banna Hotel
Malu Banna Hotel
Malu Banna Aluthgama
Malu Banna Hotel Aluthgama

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Malu Banna?

Malu Banna offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Malu Banna?

Yep, Malu Banna has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Malu Banna?

The closest beach to Malu Banna is Bentota Beach (1.3 km).

What makes Malu Banna a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Malu Banna.

Does Malu Banna serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is served daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Malu Banna?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Malu Banna?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Malu Banna?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Malu Banna?

No, pets are not allowed.

Malu Banna Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was cleen and good staf. The wew over the river was whery nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Anuja

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was clean. However, the blankets and tray/cups etc. in the room weren't. The tray holding the cups, plates and spoons/forks in the room was full of dust and the blanket had a stain from previous use. Also, the food service staff was untrained and slow. That was quite disappointing, given the fact that the food prices were quite high. Also, the floor in the room was slippery and a hazard for sure. Hope they work on making it slip-proof. On the bright side, the staff was friendly and welcoming. They were helpful in arranging complementary pickup from a previous hotel we stayed at and paid airport drop for us. The location of the hotel is good, but I think they can do better with the services at Malu Banna.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel. Lovely location on the river. Short walk to beach or they will take you by boat. Walking distance to lots of lovely restaurants or malu banna have their own.Room very clean bed really comfortable.lovely breakfast .could not fault anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Michael

Good value for money
Nice patio overlooking to the water. Nice simple spacious rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is nothing I could fault about this hotel. We were given a complimentary room upgrade and were warmly welcomed by Chathura, Managing Director, and the hotel staff. Our room was spacious, beautiful and offered a stunning view from the balcony. Everything that we ordered from their menu was superb and we ended up having dinner there every night. We had a magnificent time at Malu Banna and would high recommend this place for your stay in Bentota.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

BERNADETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will Not Be Disappointed!
Not on the beach, but the staff, the room and the very quick speedboat (less than 2 minutes) to the beach made up for it! Opened in January 2017. The bed was so comfortable. The room was spacious with a large bathroom and a balcony. Great venue for water sport lovers.

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room, with a fab view over the lagoon and sea in an interesting part of town. Staff are really good. I would definitely stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic room with stunning views over the lagoon and the sea. Situated in a lovely neighbourhood that was more genuinely authentic than the beach hotels. Fantastic service. (small) issues were dealt with very quickly and efficiently. Staff were incredibly helpful. Food was fantastic. Good value for money. I would definitely stay there again if I was ever in the area. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
The hotel is just at the lagoon and the views are perfect. We were taken by a small boat to the beach so it was less than five minutes to reach it. The fresh para fish we had for dinner was truly excellent, compliments to the cook. And they sang “happy birthday “ and gave a complimentary cake for my birthday :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Als ich beim Suchen einer All-Inclusiv Unterkunft zufällig auf Malu Banna gestossen bin, hat es mich gleich angesprochen und habe mich, basierend auf die Bewertungen, kurzfristig den Entschluss gefasst meinen Urlaub im Malu Banna zu buchen und habe die Entscheidung nie bereut. Wir hatten ein sauberes Zimmer an besonderer Lage, direkt am Fluss, zentral gelegen, ein Wassersport-Center und ein leckeres Restaurant. Was aber am meisten begeistert hat, waren die lieben, zuvorkommenden und freundlichen Menschen die wir um uns hatten, die sehr darum bemüht waren, dass wir uns wohl fühlen. Ich kann Malu Banna jedem der nicht zwingend auf einen fehlerlosen 5-Sterne Service angewiesen ist, wärmstens empfehlen.
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Saleh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
فندق للاستجمام والالعاب المائية
جميلة واطلالتها روعه على النهر ..لايوجد ثلاجة في الغرفة وكذلك لا توجد كواية
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay!
I really don´t know where to begin when it comes to describe how much we liked it at Malu Banna! The staff made everything they could to make us feel more than welcome, including arranging trips, arranging speciial foods and treating us with a lovely farewell dinner our last night. The location is great with closeness to both the shopping and the river, and since they take you by boat the short way to the beach its no problem to get there (no more than 10 minutes walk anyway). The rooms are spacious, clean and quiet, and the view towards the river and all the action going on with the watersports is fantastic entertainment. But what we apreciated most of all was the warmth and the genuine feeling around the staff and the hotel. See you next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good place for short stay
this hotel is overall good. location close to a bridge, a bit noisy at night. soundproof of the room is ok, but if you want to open a balcony it may be a problem with noise from the bridge and sports center. rooms big, much space, great bathroom size, good cold/hot water pressuer, nice balcony. boat ride accross the rives for free to get to the beach, pickup on the way back too for free. great bentota beach, not too many tourists.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Frankfurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hübsches Hotel, mit viel Liebe und super Essen!!
Würden wir jederzeit wieder machen. Das Hotel bietet einen kleinen Boots-Shuttle zum Menschen-leeren Strand. Hat uns super gefallen!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bengt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Malu Banna is a great place if you want to have a stay with water sports, adventures, good food and nice rooms. I certainly would like to come back. Bengt
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bengt, Falun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fint hotell vid floden.
Charmigt hotell med utsikt över floden. Närvarande och mycket trevlig personal som verkligen vill hjälpa till.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Kristian, Stockholm

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Schysst hotel med bra mat och trevlig personal!
Vi bodde på Malu Banna i slutet av vår vistelse i Sri Lanka och blev glatt överraskade. Rummen var nybyggda, stora och fräscha med härlig balkong mot vattnet. Super trevlig personal som var väldigt hjälpliga och trevliga. Malu Banna har väldigt god mat, vi åt den bästa curryn och helgrillad fisk där. Frukosten var ok, med toast, frukt och ägg. Hotellet erbjuder förutom väldigt god mat mycket vattenaktiviteter, vi var och surfade och paddlade kannot, säger man till lite innan så styr de upp det mesta. Hotellets lägga var väldigt bra, nära stan och stranden. Personalen skjutsar med båt till stranden.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Simplicity!
Rummen var helt fantastiska, nya och fräscha samt även frukosten var riktigt bra. Resturangen erbjöd också riktigt bra mat. Ägaren var väldigt social och hjälpte till med mycket tips om vad man kunde göra.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2017