Oh! Colombo : The Perfect Getaway


One always dreams of having that perfect getaway and always wonders where this could be. I experienced this at Jetwing Yala Hotel, set on thirty eight acres, which offers all the luxury and pampering one needs. This certainly is an extravagant hotel, with eighty superior or deluxe rooms that have the most panoramic view of the sea from its terraces and equipped with all the modern conveniences. It also has a massive outdoor pool that could be enjoyed any time of the day.

Jetwing Yala certainly keeps to their promise of offering an ambience of being in harmony with nature. The Hotel is located just outside of the Yala National Park. One can experience all the wild life either early in the morning or late afternoons till dusk, all of which is handled by the obliging hotel staff. They also have a naturalist who will be happy to advice or accompany you on your journey to the park where he point out to you all varieties of birds and animal species.

The dining room in the hotel offers local, Asian and continental cuisine. If you wish to have anything extra to titillate your palate, the chef in charge will happily accommodate you with whatever possible. There is also a lounge where one can relax and enjoy a cup of tea or beverage with some canapés and the bar offers you a variety of cocktails; one could also enjoy a great meal at this location with toasts and salads to go along with your choice of beverage.


The Hotel also has a spa that offers various massages. If you are up to it, a great walk on the beach is a possibility.  


Jetwing Yala aims to be the first carbon neutral hotel and their solar power system accounts for 40 % of hotel’s daily electricity needs.


One other convenient option ( if you do not wish to travel by vehicle but get there quicker and in greater comfort) is the possibility of flying to and fro in the daily flights available to Mattala. The hotel will organise transport from the airport to the Hotel and back.


Great Hotels also require a great service staff and this is what is ensured at the Jetwing Yala hotel. General Manager Gemunu and his entire team are always obliging and on call twenty four hours of the day and ensure that all your requirements are met.