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Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas

3.0 star property

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Cabin, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | Balcony view
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Garden Area
Garden
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is AU$39
includes taxes & fees
27 June - 28 June

Explore the area

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200, Galle Road, Bentota
  • Place, Prince Lanka Ayurvrda
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Bentota Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Induruwa Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Cabin, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

Cabin, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

Cabin, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Garden Area

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Garden Area

  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Bentota

At Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Prince Lanka Ayurvrda and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Bentota Beach. Highlights at this beach inn include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The family restaurant, The Red Fish Seafood Rest, serves seafood and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 3-property class Bentota inn you'll find Hikkaduwa Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Prince Lanka Ayurvrda - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bentota Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Induruwa Beach - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Moragalla Beach - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Hikkaduwa Beach - 39 min drive - 42.4 km

Getting around

  • Aluthgama Railway Station - 6 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Wave - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪White Tree Resturant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fuze - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Amal Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas. The inn can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bentota inn.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas offers 12 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Red Fish Seafood Rest

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 11.0 per day.

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 5 for adults and from USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 69 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.0 per day

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, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas?

Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas?

As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas on 27 June 2026 start from AU$39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas?

Yep, Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas?

The closest beach to Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas is Bentota Beach (3.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas?

No, there is no spa at this property. Prince Lanka Ayurvrda is a short 14-minute walk away.

Does Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is available daily between 7 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas?

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 Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas's onsite restaurant that serves seafood.

What time are check-in & check-out at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas?

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

Are pets allowed at Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Palm Beach Inn and Sea Shells Cabanas Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 27 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel backs on to a beach that is amazing, by far the cheapest hotel on the main strip, freindly attentive staff, very clean and situated in the centre of the main strip. Booked one night. Stayed for 4
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed here for four nights, it was steps away from the beach. The highlight of the stay was the helpful friendly staff. They bent over backwards to please us. The room price was very good, but I would recommend taking the deluxe room rather than the standard room for a better view. Breakfast was different each morning and the highlight of the breakfast was a plate of fresh fruit each morning. One night the internet was not working but we just mentioned it to Nimish and he looked after it. The other guy’s name was Sadew. Hopefully I will add their photos.
A short walk to the uncrowned beach, and beautiful rolling waves.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

ILIA

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No POOL! Очень скромно и запущено.

No POOL! На мой вопрос - а где же бассейн? Был дан идиотский ответ - вон там море, там и купайтесь! Море необорудованное, все очень запущенное, лежаков мало и они обычно поломанные, нормальный есть только один. За кондей требуется доп/оплата 3000 рупий. Холодильника в номере стандарт нет, но хоть разрешили пользоваться холодильником в столовой, но часто его отключали чтобы включить вентилятор. В целом персонал старается помочь, однако руководство недружелюбно. Больше чем на 1 ночь останавливаться смысла нет.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Merce Martos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buen servicio, muy amables, esta bien para pasar una noche
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

Great place.. Nice and big room.. Everything super clean.. Comfy bed.. 10 min walk to the centre.. Everything fine 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Pirathapan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No value for money

Staff were not helpful. Both manager & chef were on leave. No dinner arranged as restaurant was closed & not informed in advance. WiFi & TV were not working & there was no one to resolve this. Staff don’t know how to respect guests. Overall no value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jättefint

Jättefint Hotell Bra service Nära till stranden
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Billigt

Lyhört och knarriga sängar, inte helt fräscht badrum
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jakob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hosts and perfect location

Fantastic little hotel right in front of a great ocean view. Just 5 minutes from city Weligama. The hotel service, Noel and his family was absolute perfect. Highly recommended!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Alle waren sehr freundlich.wir haben auch ein kostenloser Upgrade bekommen.war einfach und sauber aber wir haben deutlich schönere Unterkünfte für den gleichen Preis gehabt. Besitzer waren sehr bemüht. Abendessen war sehr lecker! Strand war traumhaft und menschenleer da wir in November waren (Vorsaison)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We were staying at this hotel for one night as we are travelling and we were pleasantly surprised. The staff were welcoming and accommodating on arrival and throughout our stay. The room was spacious and clean. The hotel is situated on the beach with sunbeds available. It was a great overnight stay, we would would definitely come back!
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2/10 Terrible

Mirko

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't book this hotel!!!

The worst hotel and service ever! Don't stay there!!! The room we got wasn't the same as on the photo when booking. We felt deceived! Check in was also the slowest ever with an older lady who couldn't understand English and wasn't kind at all. We were looking forward to check out. Expensive for what you get!!! We would suggest hotels.com not to have this hotel in their offer!
Verified

6/10 Okay

anika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Zu Hohe Erwartungen

Ich habe mir anhand der Bilder mehr von diesem Hotel erhofft. Das Zimmer war sehr sauber und war mit einer Klimaanlage und Deckenventilator ausgestattet. Das Bett war ziemlich hart, mag aber jeder anders. Leider funktionierte das kostenlose Wifi nur an der Rezeption und im Restaurant (dort auch nur schwach). Beim Frühstück war die Inhaberin sehr nett, wirkte aber schon fast aufdringlich. In dem Hotel gibt es einen Tuk-Tuk Fahrer, der uns erzählte es wäre ein Hotelservice. Dieser Service kostete aber mehr als Tuk-Tuks, die wir direkt an der Straße anhielten. Auf dem Weg zum Strand sollte man acht vor den vorbeifahrenden Zügen geben!! Es ist kein Warnhinweis angebracht. Erst dachten wir es wäre ein stillgelegtes Gleis, aber dann brauste auf einmal ein Zug an uns vorbei. Der Strandabschnitt ist sehr sauber und mit Liegen und Schirmen ausgestattet.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Om du vil være alene..

Fantastisk beliggenhet på den fineste delen av Bentota Beach. Veldig rolige omgivelser, man er nesten alene på stranden! Personalet var fantastiske, ordnet med alt vi hadde behov for! Virkelig en plass verdt å besøke!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Georg

Disliked: Room comfort

Awesome beach access, average hotel for high price

The key point of this Hotel is its location next to the beach. You leave the hotel garden, pass the train rails and are basically on the beach, which is in wonderful condition (cleanliness, sun beds, etc.) and calm (only few people there, no vendors strolling around). The hotel itself is still in the process of refurbishment. Our room was brand-new refurbished, however, the standard (e.g. bathroom, fridge, AC) was mediocre by best. Additionally, pests were present (mosquitoes, roaches), since you couldn't close windows / doors entirely during the nighttime. That is all fine for a backpacker budget hotel, however, if you charge 75 USD per night like the hotels next to it (Wunderbar Hotel, Amal Hotel), you should meet their higher standards as well. Payment via card wasn't possible, which is ridiculous with that price if you stay some days. I wouldn't recommend it if you get something else in Bentota for the price.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Helt okej, hade kunnat komma tillbaka

Vi blev varmt välkomnade och fick hjälp med väskor, rummet var fint och välstädat. Tyvärr luktade lite konstigt i rummet, vet inte om det var något sorts rengöringsmedel eller fukt, men det gick hur bra som helst att sova. Vi hade ac i vårt rum. Frukost ingick och vi fick snabbt hjälp och frukosten var vanligt turistfrukost som man får i landet. Hotellet är precis vid en järnväg, går några tåg om dagen, men det störde inte oss. Ligger en liten bit från vägen där det är mycket trafik, men det hör man inte alls inne på hotellet.
Verified

6/10 Okay

anthony

Disliked: Staff & service

Mauvais rapport qualité/prix

Mauvais rapport qualité/prix, chambre beaucoup trop chère pour la prestation de l'hôtel (aucune). Vous ne faites qu'y dormir, il n'y a rien d'autre à y faire. Statue du patriarche russe à l'entrée. Mince filet d'eau dans la douche, qui fuit. Bonne literie et bonne CLim. Nourriture qui arrive après 1h d'attente minimum et de la saucisse bas de gamme dans les nouilles à la place des crevettes, poulet et calamars!!! Chambre jamais nettoyée ni serviettes changées même après demande, nous avons fini par passer le balai nous même.Pourtant, c'était notre chambre la plus chère au Sri Lanka!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average Hotel

Hotel is still new and some rooms are still being built. There are much better hotels in Bentota, infact the next door hotel called "Amal villa" is much better with a similar price tag.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Veronica

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Seashell cabanas bentota

Fantastisk strand. Trevlig personal och tillmötesgående. Ok rum, vi hade standard dubbelrum. Dåligt tryck i duschen.Hade dock ingen koll på vår bokning vi gjort. Och vi fick visa bokningsbekräftelse flera gånger. Och betala rummet kontant. Fanns ingen fungerande kortläsare.
Verified

8/10 Good

Linn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice place

Wery nice place, nice host/hotelowner. She makes nice curry. Authentic place. Quiet beach.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Karim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort