WTF - In Colombo 7
What - Jetwing Colombo 7
Where – 57, Ward Place, Colombo 00700

Jetwing Colombo Seven is the Jetwing chain’s latest venture into the city. It’s their first city hotel and is an oasis in this great bustling sea of roads and buildings.

Although the hotel is situated smack bang in the heart of Colombo with the Viharamahadevi Park within walking distance and all major shopping destinations a skip and a hop away, when you step through the doors of JCS, you are transported to a different world. With a limited space, they have been able to create a peaceful, luxurious getaway using minimalist decor rooted in the Sri Lankan identity. 

Using Araliya, wood and cement accents, the architecture highlights the aesthetics of the island. Jetwing Colombo Seven’s crowning glory for me is the sunlight that cascades in like beautiful golden curtains!

The rooftop is the most breathtaking sight. There is something about the place. The pool, the bar, the ambiance on the rooftop are all so great, I can spend the entire day just lounging about. 

The team at JCS is led by Ramesh Costa who has 40 years of hospitality experience in the UK. He is an encyclopaedia of info on etiquette, refined manners and poise, which showcase the standard of a gentleman. 

The all day restaurant is where I sat down for my dinner. Chef Indika Bandara made us two signature dishes, which are must-tries: Modha and crab cake and the Australian beef tenderloin. 

The bar has an interesting concept where you get the opportunity of banking your alcohol. At the bar you can enjoy ‘Ward 07’, where all the drinks are inspired by medical terms. 

They have a great concept called ‘The Sharing Plate’ and it has ample portions for you and your friends. Cherry on the cake: it’s value for money. 

I tried four dishes. 

01. Cheese and carpaccio - Rs. 2,100
02. Crispy and crunchy - Rs. 2,200
03. Crostini and mini burger - Rs. 2,900
04. Sausages, treats and condiments - Rs. 4,700 

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