ts location was a major factor in my choosing this hotel, very close to the train station and not far from the beach. Had a smallish dark upstairs room for 3 nights over New Year. There was no internet in the room, only available in the restaurant apparently, and no room safe too, deposit boxes at reception. The bed was 2 singles pushed together which is unfortunately very common in Sri Lanka, and not good for sleeping on really. The AC was adequate, though I used the ceiling fan too, though just had a tiny single bed sheet for a covering which wasn't good. Very basic bathroom with lukewarm water for a shower Overall, I wasn't impressed, and wished I'd chosen one of the newer guesthouses in the area instead

This small 2 story hotel set in the jungle has large verandas especially on the ground floor as these have the most comfortable chairs. Office is well managed with good currency exchange rates. Upstairs rooms are small, full size beds have mosquito netting, and the whole hotel inside and out is clean. Staff is very helpful and can arrange tours. We went to architect Geoffrey Bawa’s house plus his brothers home which are very interesting. There’s nearby river tours, etc. Unfortunately, the Internet never worked for me, but seemed some had service. The railroad station is very near and the Bank of Ceylon is there, too, with atm and currency exchange. Needless to say the train runs nearby. To access the beach, you have to climb some steps, cross on the train overpass bridge, and walk down into a nice sandy beach with umbrellas. Hotel has a good restaurant with draft beer and other choices are nearby. For the holidays, the hotel had a nice party and raffle. Pool area we never used. Mostly, Germans staying here with many books for reading

We stayed for 1 night there. Unfortunately there was not hot water in the shower. I also could not connect to their internet which is a big negative. Breakfast was okay, but there was not a big variety. The hotel has a lovely garden with a beautifil swimming pool, where you can relax and it would be great to have a room located on the ground floor overlooking the pool. There is also a spa where you can go for various treatments, which is nice. Staff is very friendly.

We didn't stay in the Hotel. But our last evening in Sri Lanka, before going to the airport we stopped just for a dinner. It was the best meal (European) we had in Sri Lanka. I highly reccomend tourists from Europe. The cook - Masterchief.

A great place to stop in Bentota, lovely garden, great breakfast and comfy large rooms overlooking the garden with lots to see (monkeys and squirrels!). Really convenient for the train line too - would definitely recommend.

We ate at the Susantha Garden restaurant on a couple of occasions, it is accessed from the Bentota railway station platform, weird I know, but once you walk down the steps and go inside it feels like you are actually eating inside the jungle and has a very laid back atmosphere, the food is very tasty and very reasonably priced, they have a good selection of beers, one was 8.8%! I also noticed a stout beer on the menu. An added bonus is the powerful wifi, around 40mbps. Well worth a visit if you fancy something out of the ordinary.

We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. Everything was just wonderful, from the pool, the food, the surroundings, the room and especially the staff. Everyone so so friendly and willing to help. A special thanks to Lali, Meli and Thushara for making our stay extra special xx

I have stayed at Susanthas regularly and I just love the atmosphere in the garden in the evening. The staff take great pains to make sure you are okay and will sit and chat when they have time. The food is fine, not the best but far from the worst. Rooms were perfectly clean and adequately furnished and I love sleeping inside a mosquito net. The staff in the onsite shops are very friendly and the reception staff very easy to deal with

I have been a guest at this restaurant on several occasions but unfortunately today I was let down. After a one and a half hour wait our meals were finally delivered and both were incorrect. My deep fried prawns had never in their existence seen any oil, let alone the inside if a deep dyer, and the Nasi Goreng was actually friend mixed rice! Very disappointing ??

I have stayed twice at Susantha Garden Hotel in November and I expect to stay here again next year. The rooms are comfortable if a little small. However, all have either a balcony or terrace. There is a swimming pool which is large enough to swim in. The restaurant is good and the best option is B and B and book direct with the reception.