Bentota

The author's favorite Sri Lankan beach resort combines secluded ocean views with attentive service; the Bay View Pool Suite is the recommended room. Try Chef Sohan's seafood platter for dinner and the rice and curry lunch.

The author recommends visiting this hotel as one of the three stops on the Bawa Triangle excursion.

Visit Bevis Bawa's garden as part of the recommended Bawa Triangle excursion from Ahu Bay.

Explore the lake's tucked-away backwaters by bicycle, one of the author's suggested outings while staying at Ahu Bay.

Geoffrey Bawa's country home is a recommended stop on an exploration of the Bawa Triangle.

Take a boat safari to explore the river's lush mangrove forest and hidden corners.

A Bentota property included in the author's selection highlighting luxury and beauty along Sri Lanka's coast.