Bethany 101 is a colonial-style boutique villa, set in the north western Province of Puttalam in Sri Lanka. Built in the early 19th-century, it has been a family home for generations. Now fully renovated, it offers ideal accommodation for discerning travellers who prefer a bit of traditional character, chic style and luxuries of a modern hotel. Situated about 2-hours’ drive from Colombo, it is ideally placed near the shores of Puttalam lagoon and close to Wilpattu National Park.
Set within the manicured lawns, Bethany 101 plays host to only six guest bedrooms. All are elegantly furnished in traditional style with antique four-poster beds, air-conditioning and ensuite bathrooms. For those looking for a little more space can book the Master Room. There are no TVs in the rooms, keeping the focus on the surrounding nature but there is a large TV room and a beautiful swimming pool lined with flowering frangipani trees, creating a tranquil setting to relax.
Dining at the Bethany 101 is a personal affair. The chef will meet you and discuss your likes and dislikes, tailoring the dishes to meet your discerning taste. Meals are served on the antique dining table inside, the communal veranda or al fresco in the gardens. Activities in the area include water sports in the Puttalam Lagoon and Bar Reef for experienced divers. Nearby is Wilpattu National Park, home to the elusive sloth bear, elephants, deer and even leopard.
Amenities
Bar/PubConciergeCribs/Infant Beds AvailableFamily RoomGardenLibraryOutdoor PoolRestaurantSafety Deposit BoxesWi-Fi AvailableBethany 101 Puttalam, Sri Lanka
Stay Bethany 101 features just six guest rooms. All are spacious and elegantly furnished with period-style furniture, hardwood four-poster beds draped in fine linen, and equally spacious ensuite bathrooms. The décor is faultlessly classic, incorporating many original antique fittings and furniture in the style of old Ceylon. Rooms are fully air-conditioned and open out onto the common veranda with planter’s chairs and overlooks the well-manicured lawns.
ChildCare Families with children are welcome to stay at Bethany 101 but there are no specific facilities available for children.
Dine The in-house restaurant at Bethany 101 serves a fusion of traditional Sri Lankan and Western cuisines with an interesting mix of Indian, Chinese and Middle Eastern flavours. The chef will consult with you about your preferences and serve the meals on the veranda overlooking the gardens or the place of your own choosing. Meals are prepared with fresh local ingredients and include seafood, including prawns and crab from the lagoon.
Relax Facilities at the Bethany 101 includes a beautiful swimming pool surrounded by frangipani trees and well-manicured lawns. There are large communal verandas dotted with ‘easy chairs’ overlooking a lush garden and the ocean is just across the road. Inside, there is a lounge furnished with original colonial pieces and a TV room with huge collection of DVD's.
Experience Set on the shores of Puttalam Lagoon, Bethany 101 is an interesting place for those who like water sports including wind surfing, kayaking, sailing, kite surfing, snorkelling, diving and canoeing. However, the most interesting activity here is watching large pods of Spinner Dolphins live in the waters near Kalpitiya. And, if you are lucky, you can also see the rare Sperm Whale. Nearby, Wilpattu National Park attracts bird watchers and is home to sloth bear, elephants, deer and leopard.
Location Bethany 101 is located in Puttalam in North-West of Sri Lanka, just 30 minutes from Wilpattu National Park. Great option to combine with the north and east of Sri Lanka, sitting just a 1-hour 30-minute drive from the ancient city of Anuradhapura.
Getting there Fly into Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo. From there Bethany 101 is a 2-hour drive from Colombo.
When to go From May to August the Yala monsoon brings rain to the island’s southwestern half, while the dry season here lasts from December to March. There is also an inter-monsoonal period in October and November when rain can occur in many parts of the island. Colombo and the low-lying coastal regions have an average temperature of 27°C.
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