Jetwing Jaffna

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“A modern city hotel in the heart of Jaffna — ideal for those eager to rest in contemporary comfort whilst exploring the fascinating northern tip of the teardrop island.”

Hotel review

Contemporary style characterises this spot, with traditional touches — such as wooden latticework and a red-and-gold template — thrown in too. Rooms are compact and comfortable, with smart bathrooms and big cosy beds. Many also open onto small private balconies, offering views of white-painted buildings dotted amidst the palm trees or wonderful vistas over the turquoise lagoon. A brilliant location allows visitors to walk or pedal to striking nearby sights, from the iconic Jaffna Public Library to the Dutch and Portuguese-era Fort and more. Savour spiced Northern Sri Lankan specialities at the restaurant, or perch at the rooftop bar for scenic city panoramas — this is, after all, one of Jaffna’s tallest buildings.

Saskia Walker

Recommended for

  • City Style

    • One of Jaffna's smartest hotels, with contemporary interiors, city views & a popular rooftop terrace

  • Cycling

    • Borrow one of the hotel’s free bicycles to pedal through Jaffna’s quiet leafy streets

  • Local exploring

    • Perfectly placed for exploring the heart of Jaffna on foot or by bicycle

  • Learning

    • Guided walking tours of Jaffna's town centre come highly recommended - there is so much history to discover

  • Sights nearby

    • The Fort to the Public Library are nearby; the Keerimalai Hot Springs & Point Pedro a short drive away

  • Museums

    • The Jaffna Fort boasts a small museum, and strolls atop the ramparts promise striking sea views

  • Views

  • Quiet

  • Less £

  • Roof terrace

  • Designer

  • Other Activities

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Local markets

  • Restaurant

  • Great walks

  • Landmark

  • Chic

  • Child friendly

  • Business Hotel

  • Disabled access

  • Wildlife Area

  • Contemporary

  • Luxury

  • Air conditioning

Facilities

  • Rooms

    55 rooms in this hotel

  • No pets

  • Bar

  • Roof terrace

  • Airport transfer

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Meeting Room

  • Wifi

  • Bicycle hire

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Room service

  • Restaurant

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Shops

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Air conditioning

  • Parking

Activities

  • Cycling

    • Borrow one of the hotel’s free bicycles to pedal through Jaffna’s quiet leafy streets

  • Learning

    • Guided walking tours of Jaffna's town centre come highly recommended - there is so much history to discover

  • Sights nearby

    • The Fort to the Public Library are nearby; the Keerimalai Hot Springs & Point Pedro a short drive away

  • Museums

    • The Jaffna Fort boasts a small museum, and strolls atop the ramparts promise striking sea views

  • Local markets

  • Other Activities

  • Great walks

  • Wildlife Area

Map & Location

Other reviews

Jetwing Jaffna

This 55-room hotel is Jaffna’s smartest option, offering first-class facilities, themed rooms, and a young and enthusiastic staff team. Its location is handy for pottering around town, scaling Jaffna Fort’s buttressed walls, and as a base to explore the peninsular.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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