Jetwing Lake
Dambulla for centuries has been revered as an un-paralleled testament to the history and archaeolog-ical prowess of Sri Lanka. As part of the Cultural Triangle the Dambulla Cave Temple, which is an of-ficial UNESCO World Heritage Site, was occupied as early as the 3rd century BC, and perhaps before. Today the caves form the largest and best-preserved temple complex of their kind in Sri Lanka. Surrounded by history and unadulterated nature, Jetwing Lake blends contemporary, stylish design with a tremendous commitment to sustainability and the environment, catering to all travellers wanting to discover the Cultural Triangle. Jetwing Lake promises to be an unforgettable discovery itself… the definitive resort destination in the Cultural Triangle.
Accommodation
A contemporary masterpiece, Jetwing Lake adorns itself with all the luxuries of a modern hotel in Dambulla. A sense of rich Sri Lankan heritage coupled with the magnificence of our natural surroundings envelops you in 94 sophisticated rooms, all of which are wheelchair-accessible. As an added pleasure of our hospitality, each room also features a private balcony from which you can gaze out into the secluded dry zone forest that we call home.
Of the three variants of rooms available at Jetwing Lake, our Deluxe Rooms are the most intimate, yet generously spacious at the same time. Dressed in earthen tones that seamlessly blend into our exterior environment, each of the 78 Deluxe Rooms on our premises feature a modern minimalist ambience inspired by the tropical aesthetic of our island home. The same décor extends to our larger Super Deluxe Room, which shares the inclusion of contemporary amenities including free Wi-Fi to stay connected, a mini-bar to indulge in refreshments, a television with satellite channels to keep you entertained, and more. And for the ultimate in luxury, our four exclusive Suites at Jetwing Lake encapsulate all these pleasures in an even larger setting for your absolute comfort in our historic hinterlands.
In addition to the private balconies, all rooms at Jetwing Lake also include relaxing features that allow you to unwind in the serenity of our verdant environs. From the plush bath tubs to soak in after a long day out in the Cultural Triangle, or the comfortable seating areas near the floor-to-ceiling windows, our historic home of Sri Lankan hospitality looks forward to welcoming you into our family with signature luxuries that will make your stay a memorable one.
Deluxe Room
Dressed in earthen tones, our 78 Deluxe Rooms complement the surrounding greenery in a refined space of cultural luxury, complete with a panoramic balcony and luxury bathtub for absolute comfort. The lush surroundings of our neighbourhood forest add to the serenity of your stay at our home of Sri Lankan hospitality.
Super Deluxe Room
With ample space to absorb the harmony of nature and history, our 12 Super Deluxe Rooms are ideal for family vacations to the cultural triangle. Fitted with luxury amenities, each room offers the finest in Sri Lankan hospitality.
Suite
Jetwing Lake houses four elegant suites, exclusively designed for the ultimate in luxury living with a separate living area, luxurious bath tub and inviting balcony to indulge in the soothing tranquility of our verdant environment.
Location
Home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Dambulla Cave Temple, our resident locality is a living testament to our island’s history. The heritage city of Dambulla earned its timeless fame as a safe haven for the exiled King Valagamba, and today, serves proudly as a central junction to all four corners of Sri Lanka.
Surrounded by fertile plains and thriving jungles that paint our land with infinite shades of green, Dambulla is located four hours away from our capital city of Colombo, and sits at the heart of Sri Lanka’s famed Cultural Triangle – a region celebrated for its historic civilisations, legendary landmarks, enlightening stories and more.
Dining
Known for the freshest produce in all of Sri Lanka, Dambulla is a treasure trove for exotic palates. Our legendary hospitality at Jetwing Lake extends across six unique dining options, each of which serves a tasteful selection of our region’s greatest flavours in menus inspired by local and globally inspired food and beverage.
Our main restaurant, The Viewing Gallery, is a fitting embodiment of this offering. Designed to seamlessly blend in with our verdant environment, your meals at The Viewing Gallery are in the midst of local nature, yet filled with exciting palates of the world. Naturally, Sri Lankan flavours are a specialty, and are especially enjoyed with produce from the Dambulla Market, prepared with the signature touch of our legendary hospitality. As an alternative however, you also have the option of dining at Lu Lin – our authentic Chinese restaurant well versed in flavours of the east, which are flawlessly prepared with local ingredients.
To accompany your meal, Jetwing Lake also features two distinct bars at different locations across our home of Sri Lankan hospitality. Proudly overlooking the Siyambalawewa Tank in its view, the Canopy Bar rests under the starlit skies of Dambulla as the ideal setting for an exotic cocktail in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. Isle, on the other hand, remains inspired by our tropical ambience, and is found by our infinity pool, with the backdrop of the Siyambalawewa Tank in sight.
Finally, if you wish to indulge in your meals in a unique setting, Jetwing Lake offers a number of Signature Dining options as a pleasure of our hospitality. Choose to dine on our outdoor deck, by our refreshing pool, near our neighbouring lake, simply alfresco, with a BBQ, or even from the comforting privacy of your own room. Wherever you decide to savour our culinary delicacies, we look forward to serving you with the finest of Sri Lankan hospitality.