Here are top luxury beachfront hotels in Bentota (and immediate shore-front area), good choices depending on whether you want a large resort, boutique hideaway, or Bawa-inspired design:

• Taj Bentota Resort & Spa — Classic 5-star beachfront resort with large sea‑view grounds, an extensive spa (Jiva/Ayurvedic options), multiple restaurants and a big infinity pool; good for couples and families wanting full‑service luxury. (tajhotels.com)

• Cinnamon Bentota Beach (Bentota Beach Hotel) — A five‑star, Geoffrey Bawa–influenced property right on Bentota beach with a range of room types (including seafront suites), several dining outlets and strong family facilities. Good if you want iconic Sri Lankan modernist architecture with beach access. (cinnamonhotels.com)

• Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa (Bentota) — Large beachfront/peninsula resort set between the Bentota River and Indian Ocean (river and ocean views), with big pool, family facilities, water‑sports and a contemporary resort feel. Ideal for families and activity seekers. (centarahotelsresorts.com)

• AVANI Bentota Resort & Spa — Mid‑to‑upscale beachfront resort (Avani/Minor Hotels) with Geoffrey Bawa–inspired design elements, renovated public areas, spa and straightforward family/couple-friendly amenities. Good value for design‑minded travellers. (brownshotels.com)

• Jetwing Saman Villas — Sri Lanka’s well‑regarded boutique, cliff‑top property in the Aturuwella/Aruruwella area of Bentota (smaller, highly personalised service, suites—some with private pools—and romantic “on‑the‑rock” dining options). Best if you want an intimate, boutique seaside stay. (jetwinghotels.com)

• Paradise Road — The Villa Bentota — Longstanding luxury boutique villa/hotel set in restored Mohotti Walauwa gardens with direct beach access, a strong art/design focus and two pools; excellent for quieter, stylish beachfront stays. (oyster.com)

Quick tips

• Bentota/Bentota coast is busiest and sunniest November–April (best months for beach swimming on the southwest coast); the southwest monsoon can affect conditions May–October. (thetimes.co.uk)
• For families pick larger resorts (Taj, Centara, Cinnamon); for quiet/romantic stays pick boutique properties (Saman Villas, Paradise Road). (tajhotels.com)
• Rates, room types and special offers change frequently; check the hotel websites or major booking sites for current availability and packages. (cinnamonhotels.com)

If you want, I can pull live rates/availability (and show pros/cons, pools vs. private‑pool suites, or which have on‑site Ayurvedic treatment) for a specific travel date — tell me your dates and traveler count and I’ll compare options.