Wednesday 30 October 2019

Jetwing Lighthouse - The Home Of Hospitality In The Tropical South of Sri Lanka


Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
"Over the centuries, the seas below us brought the world to these very shores. As the waves crashed against our rocky coast, we watched as foreign cultures melded with our own, in a thriving harmony that transformed an ancient trading post into the bustling coastal city we are proud to call our home."

"The influences of the world have shaped the very fabric of Galle as we know it. From the iconic Dutch fortress in the heart of the city, to the traditional fishing villages at its fringe, these cross-cultural charms have since extended into the nature of our legendary hospitality, and have been brought to life in an architectural masterpiece designed by Geoffrey Bawa, which will always remain open for you to come and discover our heritage of tropical luxury on the southern coastline of Sri Lanka." Priyanthika Wijenaike, General Manager – Jetwing Lighthouse

Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
LOCATION - AT THE EDGE OF OUR SOUTHERN CAPITAL
One of the most iconic Galle hotels, Jetwing Lighthouse is located on its immediate outskirts upon a hillock overlooking the vast Indian Ocean beyond our heritage city. The coastal trunk road runs just outside this unique home of Sri Lankan hospitality, offering easy access from other destinations, including Colombo via the Southern Expressway. VIEW MAP

CONTEMPORARY LUXURIES ON THE COAST
Jetwing Lighthouse is equipped with a host of modern facilities and services befitting of its heritage luxury. Beyond the essentials of 24-hour room service and other hotel amenities, this home of Sri Lankan hospitality also includes conference facilities, tranquil Ayurveda and spa services, tennis court, and in-house boutiques for some holiday retail therapy.
  • Designed by Geoffrey Bawa
  • Coastal Landscapes Upon A Hillock
  • Suites Inspired By Ancient Travellers

Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
ACCOMMODATION
A Luxurious Blend Of Ancient, Tropical, and Modernist Influences

Designed by Geoffrey Bawa, each of the 85 rooms at Jetwing Lighthouse are symbols of Sri Lankan hospitality inspired by a world of contrasting influences. Spaciously elegant, every room features a signature ambience that is comforting, enchanting, welcoming, and found nowhere else.

Jetwing Lighthouse features three distinct types of rooms. While the 60 Luxury Rooms spread across the property have been crafted in true tropical modernist style, the three exclusive Themed Suites have been built upon this aesthetic with signature touches of their own. Inspired by ancient travellers who once set foot on Sri Lanka, these unique spaces include the Fa-Hsien Suite, which pays tribute to imperial China, the Ibn-Battuta Suite, which resembles vibrant Morocco, and finally, the Spilbergen Suite, which carries on the legacy of Dutch heritage in our southern capital. Every Themed Suite at Jetwing Lighthouse has been designed with distinct characteristics that resemble the world of each traveller they are named after, yet remain comfortably familiar with the modern luxuries of Bawa’s welcoming architecture. As added pleasures, each Suite also features a plush Jacuzzi and a personal butler to be at your beck and call whenever you require.

Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
The Superior Suites elevate guests luxury to a class above with two distinct atmospheres found nowhere else. Firstly, in the form of the Maharaja Suite, which features a number of design influences that resemble a regal India – saffron, brass and bronze tones dress the living spaces of the room in an atmosphere fit for royalty. The alternative is the John Davy Suite, built to resemble the grandeur of an old English manor – with glossy whites and timber accents to dress the room in vintage luxury by the sea. As added pleasures, both suites feature a personal butler at your beck and call, and the lavish choices of a bathtub, Jacuzzi or private plunge pool for a sumptuous soak at any time of the day.

Built with a combination of rich timber, exotic furnishings, and eco-friendly fabrics, every room at the Jetwing Lighthouse home of Sri Lankan hospitality effortlessly blends traditional and modern indulgence. And as a luxury hotel, Sri Lanka has also given Jetwing Lighthouse the good fortune of wonderfully designed rooms that face both the coastal gardens and the Indian Ocean. In turn, this surrounding seascape not only emphasises the natural sense of tropical finery, but also complements the number of contemporary amenities available in each room. Such luxuries include an elegant bathroom with a bathtub and rain shower enclosure, free Wi-Fi, a 40” satellite television, tea/coffee making facilities with a French press, and many more.

Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
FACILITIES
Every Amenity For Your Modern Lifestyle

Every space of luxurious accommodation at Jetwing Lighthouse is served with the finest in contemporary facilities. Designed to complement the guest's modern lifestyle, the amenities available range from hotel essentials to island luxuries – all of which have been included to ensure the guest's absolute comfort. To begin, Jetwing Lighthouse offers 24-hour room service atop the coastal hillock that we call home. Combined with the luxuries of daily housekeeping alongside dedicated laundry services, everything guest's need is taken care of, leaving guests free to indulge in the Jetwing Lighthouse's luxury. Even if guest's wish to rent a car, or simply explore the southern province that surrounds the Jetwing Lighthouse, they will happily look after guests luggage or even guest's children with their trusted babysitting service at an additional charge.

Among the several forms of indulgence available at the Jetwing Lighthouse home of Sri Lankan hospitality, the wine cellar serves as a simple pleasure to complement guests stays, while the in-house selection of retail therapy allows guests to shop for gems and jewellery, or exotic products from Spa Ceylon. Live entertainment in the form of cultural shows on Wednesdays is also a frequent occurrence on the Jetwing Lighthouse premises.

Finally, for a holistic holiday, Jetwing Lighthouse not only offers modern event facilities for both business and pleasure, but also a number of wellness facilities for a fulfilling experience at the home of Sri Lankan hospitality. In addition to a fully equipped gym, tennis court with floodlights, 2 swimming pools and a kiddies pool, Jetwing Lighthouse takes pleasure in inviting guests to their blissful spa to unwind with a selection of ancient Ayurvedic treatments and tropical therapies that refresh and revitalise their mind, body, and soul.

Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
DINING
The Ultimate Dining Destination In The South

Featuring an exquisite selection of six dining spaces atop our resident coastal hillock, Jetwing Lighthouse is perhaps one of the finest dining destinations to exist on the sunny southern coastline of our tropical isle. In addition, guests may indulge in the luxury of choosing between five more Signature Dining experiences to enjoy legendary Sri Lankan hospitality.

For fine dining, The Cinnamon Room at Jetwing Lighthouse is a magnificent dinner-only restaurant that specialises in a number of seafood delicacies, while the Cardamom CafĂ© is a standout among Galle restaurants – operating for 24 hours a day, with a constant flow of food and drink through generous buffets or delicious snacks and refreshments. Their world-renowned executive chef, Nihal Senanayake, also brings his culinary prowess directly to guests tables at Nihal’s, where each dish has been carefully studied to the extent of its molecular structure to serve you exquisite global cuisine with a signature local touch. Finally, for a taste of Italy on Sri Lankan shores, Jetwing Lighthouse also houses Lorenzo’s Pizza Corner with its wide selection of meat, seafood, vegan, vegetarian and even kids’ pizzas to cater to every palate.

To wash down guests meals in style, Jetwing Lighthouse features two sophisticated watering holes with an extensive range of cocktails, mocktails and everything in between – namely the Anchor Bar, their poolside bar designed around the nautical centerpiece that lends its name, as well as the Coats of Arms Bar, which is a nostalgic, old-world space with rustic charms to keep you in high spirits till midnight every day.

Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
Finally, as a speciality of their hospitality, Jetwing Lighthouse offers five distinct Signature Dining experiences if guests wish to indulge in their meals with a more personalised touch at a setting of their choosing. Whether guests choose to enjoy a BBQ on their rocky shores, treat their loved one to a romantic meal in our gazebo, wake up to a champagne breakfast overlooking the ocean, escape to the privacy of their romantic spa or even to the comforts of their own room, the Jetwing Lighthouse home of Sri Lankan hospitality looks forward to crafting a truly unique dining experience for guests.

RELAX & RENEW - THE LUXURIOUS SOUTHERN RETREAT
Set atop a coastal hillock, Jetwing Lighthouse provides a magnificent backdrop for guests holistic holidays on the southern shores of Sri Lanka. As a fulfilling complement to the luxurious accommodation, the Jetwing Lighthouse home of Sri Lankan hospitality takes pride in offering a superior Ayurvedic spa and wellness experience that is bound to refresh, rejuvenate, and revitalise guests mind, body, and soul.


Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
YOUR INNER SANCTUARY - WELLNESS FOR EVERYONE
Jetwing Lighthouse is equipped with a number of wellness facilities that cater to every type of traveller. Whether guests wish to stay active or simply relax, the Jetwing Lighthouse home of Sri Lankan hospitality will be delighted to help craft a healthy holiday experience. For recreation, racquets and balls are available for a game of tennis at our in-house court, along with a magnificent swimming pool with an adjacent kiddies pool for the little ones to wade in. Finally, Jetwing Lighthouse not only allows guests to work out in their modern gym, but also wind down with yoga on request at an additional charge, or indulge in the benefit of being one of our many spa hotels, complete with Ayurvedic therapies, signature spa treatments and free consultation in absolute tranquillity.


Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
MEETINGS & EVENTS
Impressive Venues For Your Next Event In Galle

Adding to the picturesque list of Sri Lanka conference venues, the Jetwing Lighthouse coastal home of Galle hosts two well-equipped meeting spaces, which boast the luxury of not being restricted to corporate events and gatherings. As invitingly welcome event venues on the south coast, the Eddystone Hall and Galle Room at the Jetwing Lighthouse home of Sri Lankan hospitality have been designed to meet the modern requirements of contemporary MICE destinations such as our own in Galle, which enjoys convenient accessibility to both our capital city of Colombo via the Southern Expressway, as well as the Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake.

For grand affairs such as weddings, receptions, banquets and more, the larger Eddystone Hall is the ideal location for its generous amount of space, while the Galle Room is more suited for business gatherings and intimate events. If you choose to host a corporate event with the Jetwing Lighthouse however, they take pleasure in offering clients an all-round conference package, which includes mid-morning and mid-afternoon refreshments with a gourmet buffet lunch in between, along with the flexible use of our modern meeting facilities. These include free Wi-Fi, a dedicated multimedia system, magi board and flipchart with markers, public address system with microphones, notebooks, pencils and more. Should you require, the dedicated banquet team at Jetwing Lighthouse can also arrange for breakout locations, with additional services such as airport transfers for international invitees, exclusive tours for exploring our island, cultural shows as a unique form of entertainment, and much more.


Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
WEDDINGS
Your Romance By Our Southern Seas

Arguably one of the most romantic wedding hotels in Sri Lanka, Jetwing Lighthouse is abounding with magical settings that are no less spectacular than the bridal couple deserves on their special day.

Should couples wish to host their wedding in a traditional setting, the Eddystone Hall comfortably accommodates up to 250 people. However, for a one-of-a-kind beach wedding, couples may even choose to hold their ceremony with their family at Jetwing Lighthouse Club next door, upon their coastal lawn, or even amidst the seaspray on the rocks at their shores. While these locations are easily able to host extravagant affairs, intimate gatherings can also be arranged within the tranquil haven of our spa. No matter where couples decide to tie the knot at the Jetwing Lighthouse home of Sri Lankan hospitality, they will ensure that the start to the couples life together is marked by a truly memorable experience.

Jetwing Lighthouse offers three additional packages that are customisable to the couples liking. Their dedicated banquet team will work closely with the couple to craft a personalised experience for their special day, along with the expert assistance of their Executive Chef who will plan and prepare a unique dining experience that will leave the couple and their guests highly impressed.

EXPLORING THE SOUTH OF SRI LANKA
The historic city of Galle and its surroundings are home to an abundance of experiences that range from exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Galle Fort, discovering the traditional art of Sri Lankan mask making, or even witnessing the breathtaking beauty of blue whales in their natural habitat.


Dutch Church Galle Fort
EXPERIENCES
Your Base For Adventures In The Southern Province
Located on the immediate outskirts of Sri Lanka's southern capital, Jetwing Lighthouse is the ideal gateway for guests to adventure in Galle and beyond. Be it upon the coastal strip or towards the verdant inlands, Sri Lanka’s southern province is bustling with activity, and offers a world of island experiences waiting to be discovered.

Proudly looking over the nearby centre of our southern capital, the majestic Galle Fort stands tall as an icon not only of our coastline, but also of Sri Lanka. Fortified in the 17th century by Dutch colonial forces, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is characterised by its charming labyrinth of cobblestone lanes filled with boutiques, restaurants, and other architectural wonders that make it one of the most photogenic places on our island. Seen from its southern bastions, the legendary hill of Rumassala is shrouded in myth and folklore due to its connection to the Hindu epic of the Ramayana. Stories aside, the coastal hill also hosts the pristine Japanese Peace Pagoda, from which people are treated to magnificent, panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, as well as the adjoining bay of Unawatuna and its popular beach below.

North of Galle, the historic Ariyapala Masks Museum is found in Ambalangoda. Dedicated to preserving the traditional art of Sri Lankan mask making, the museum which has been run by a single family, features a library and functioning workshop in addition to its colourful gallery of iconic local masks. Inland, another traditional practice of local culture can be experienced at the many cinnamon peeling centres in the surrounding provincial regions. Here, peelers who have been in the trade for generations can be seen working with the exotic spice using traditional tools and practices.

Ariyapala Masks Museum
The inland waters of Galle also offer exciting adventures in the company of the Jetwing Lighthouse resident naturalist, Anoma. The Mahamodara River for instance, serves as a fascinating safari to spot a number of birds, reptiles, and more amidst the provincial biodiversity of the otherwise beach-laden south. Nevertheless, the waters of our southern seas are just as exciting with the opportunity to spend a day fishing with the expertise of a local fisherman, or watching blue whales and dolphins in their natural habitat off the coast of Mirissa with Anoma offering insights into the behaviours and habitat of these incredible marine creatures. In addition, Anoma can also accompany guests on their specially curated Sea Shore Trail along the hotel beach, should guests wish to experience the coastal wonders closer to home.

CONTACT
Jetwing Lighthouse hopes visitors have chosen their Jetwing destination in Sri Lanka. Hotel reservations can be made either online or guests may contact them directly, particularly if they have special requirements or specific plans. If guests are already in Sri Lanka, hotel bookings can also be made at Jetwing House, Colombo or at each individual Jetwing Hotel as well. For further details do not hesitate to contact them, they are at guests service anytime, any day.

Jetwing Lighthouse Galle
JETWING LIGHTHOUSE
433 A, Dadella, Glle, Sri Lanka
Jetwing Ligh
Phone : +94 91 2223744
Reservations : +94 114 709 400
Fax : +94 11 2345729Email: resv.lighthouse@jetwinghotels.com

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