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Malu Banna

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel near Moragalla Beach

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Malu Banna

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Restaurant
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Overview of Malu Banna

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

Explore the neighborhood

Map
15/3 River Avenue, River Avenue, Aluthgama, 12080
  • Popular LocationBentota Beach1 min drive
  • Popular LocationBeruwela Harbour8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMoragalla Beach8 min drive
  • AirportColombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)92 min drive

Room options

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

1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Sea Facing

  • 2992 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Sea Facing

1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, Sea Facing

  • 2992 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, River View

1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Double Room, River View

  • 2302 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Aluthgama

Seaside stay .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Aluthgama hotel, you'll find Kande Vihare Temple and Moragalla Beach. Bentota Beach and Brief Garden, Bevis Bawa are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Bentota Beach - 1 min drive
  • Beruwela Harbour - 8 min drive
  • Induruwa Beach - 8 min drive
  • Moragalla Beach - 8 min drive
  • Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cafe Bem - 18 min walk
  • Amal Restaurant - 2 min drive
  • Pizza Hut - 16 min walk
  • Nebula Pier 88 Restaurant - 7 min walk
  • Breeze Avani Resort & Spa - 8 min walk

About this property

Malu Banna

3-star beach hotel near Moragalla Beach
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 like windsurfing, water skiing, 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Malu Banna offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, German, Hindi, Russian

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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 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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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: approximately USD 10 for adults and 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 onsite 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 guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds and onsite 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 each 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

How close is Malu Banna to the airport?

Malu Banna is 65.4 mi (92-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Malu Banna have an airport shuttle?

Malu Banna offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 65 per vehicle.

How close is Malu Banna to the beach?

This hotel is 0.4 mi (1-min drive) from Bentota Beach and 1.6 mi (8-min drive) from Moragalla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Malu Banna offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Malu Banna, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 10 for adults and USD 8 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Malu Banna?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Malu Banna?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Malu Banna?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Malu Banna have a pool?

Malu Banna does not have a pool.

Does Malu Banna have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Malu Banna have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Malu Banna to downtown Aluthgama?

Malu Banna is 0.5 mi away from Aluthgama.

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

6/10 Okay

Anuja

Traveled 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 traveler

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 traveler

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

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