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Jetwing Lagoon, Negombo

Negombo, Sri Lanka

Situated adjoining the magnificent Negombo Lagoon and the Indian Ocean, Jetwing Lagoon is a masterpiece and boasts of being the first resort built by the legendary architect Geoffrey Bawa. The resort is adorned with soft colour palates of white and brown while all guestrooms and suites are well equipped for you to spend a memorable holiday. A large swimming pool is located in the centre of the resort while the property is also a preferred venue when it comes to extravagant outdoor weddings, corporate events and business meetings.

Location 

Located a mere 16km away from the Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake, the drive to Jetwing Lagoon takes about 15 - 20 minutes which is quite convenient for travellers. The hotel can be accessed by private taxi services and public transportation while the distance to the Negombo town area of about 7km. Jetwing Lagoon is located approximately 38km away from Colombo while the Katunayake Expressway makes travelling easy and less stressful. The hotel is set in an ideal natural location with the sea on one side and the lagoon on the other.

Accommodation 

Geoffrey Bawa's unique architectural style is well reflected at the Jetwing Lagoon while all accommodation units are complimented by a range of modern fittings and luxurious interiors. Guests can choose from 4 different types of accommodation which includes Deluxe Rooms, Bawa Rooms, Family Rooms and Suites with the added choice of a Honeymoon Suite. The rooms and suites are charming, comfortable, elegant and stylish while standard facilities include en-suite bathrooms, cable television and a well stocked mini bar.

Facilities 

Providing guests with a range of flavours and exceptional cuisine, the Jetwing Lagoon offers a variety of dining venues for guests to enjoy. The hotel boasts of 2 restaurants and 2 bars while you can expect traditional Sri Lankan dishes, seafood specialities and international favourites. The 'Blue Lagoon' which is a first class restaurant offers guests views of the lagoon while you can enjoy flavours of the East and West, seafood specialties, BBQ's and some of the finest wines. Named in honour of Geoffrey Bawa 'Geoffrey's' specializes in Italian, Japanese and old fashioned cooking while it offers a fine dining atmosphere from a la carte to gourmet fare. The Main Bar of Jetwing Lagoon which is open during the day and well into the night serves a range of fine spirits, local brews, beers and exquisite wines. Guests can enjoy views of the lagoon while sipping cocktails or chilled champagne on ice. The swimming pool is the perfect place to relax and soak up the sun while the pool bar offers you a range of smooth cocktails, mocktails along with tempting snacks to enjoy after a swim. Jetwing Lagoon is also the ideal venue for meetings and special events while there are entire packages available from snacks to air-conditioned venues and multimedia projectors. The hotel offers the perfect location by the lagoon to celebrate weddings and special occasions in a fairytale setting. Events can be well planned to cater to your requirements while delicious menus are available to choose from according to wedding packages. Other standard facilities at Jetwing Lagoon include foreign currency encashment, 24 hour room service, complimentary Wi-Fi, a doctor on call, car rentals, parking facilities, laundry services, dry cleaning facilities, baby sitting (surcharge), baby cots on request, gift shops, daily housekeeping, postal facilities, left luggage facilities, daily newspaper, swimming pool and gymnasium.

Excursions and Day Tours

Jetwing Lagoon also provides guests a number of water sports facilities that you can enjoy which includes sports fishing, leisure boat rides, nature excursions, canoeing, wind surfing, sailing and water skiing. The convenient distance to the town of Negombo enables guests to explore the city that consists of buildings and landmarks that belong to the Dutch and Portuguese Period. The Negombo Fish Market is a place that bustles with activity while you can also walk about the busy streets that sell numerous trinkets and souvenirs. You can also drive to Colombo if time permits.

Transfers

Looking for an Arrival/Departure transfer by Taxi, Cab or Car between Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (IATA: CMB) Airport and Jetwing Lagoon, Negombo?

Tourists visiting Sri Lanka and planning to stay at Jetwing Lagoon, Negombo can now book or hire private air-conditioned cars from us. Airport Arrival and Departure Transfers to and from Jetwing Lagoon, Negombo are now available with the Lowest Price guaranteed.

The Sri Lanka Airport Taxi Cab Service is conducted by English Speaking Chauffeur Guides who are friendly, punctual and put your safety first above everything else. Book your airport transfer with us and enjoy a hassle free ride.

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What guests say

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Perfect introduction to Sri Lankan hospitality

We went to Jetwing directly from landing at Colombo airport and it was the perfect start to our Sri Lankan holiday. The accommodation was spacious and very tastefully presented. The swimming pool was enormous albeit a bit too warm…

Phileas_Fogg1 · Sep 2026 · via TripAdvisor
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Overall okay

We had a wonderful stay at Jetwing Lagoon, Negombo, and would like to share our experience. From the very beginning, the reservation and welcoming process was super fast and smooth. The check-in took less than 5 minutes, and spec…

dulajir2026 · Sep 2026 · via TripAdvisor
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A Wonderful Stay at Jetwing Lagoon!

My stays at Jetwing Lagoon in Negombo was a wonderful experience combining Geoffrey Bawa’s beautiful architecture, authentic Sri Lankan cuisine, and relaxing Ayurveda! The hotel has a distinctive atmosphere, with Geoffley's favor…

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