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AmanwellavsJetwing Lighthouse
Both Jetwing Lighthouse and Amanwella are rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, Amanwella ranks significantly better than Jetwing Lighthouse. Amanwella scores 87 with endorsements from 5 sources such as Hideaway Report, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
Amanwella
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Hideaway Report
Lonely Planet
Bodhi Mawatha, Wella Mawatha, Godellawela, Tangalle, Sri Lanka
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler "Beach bunnies will find their Valhalla at Amanwella: All 30 spacious rooms have unobstructed views of the crescent bay, thanks to sliding glass doors that line their two sea-facing sides." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This contemporary hotel touts just 27 suites, which are so spacious and serene guests are rarely seen around the resort." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "A dense tangle of palm trees tower over an 800-metre stretch of sugary sand at Awanwella hotel, a seafront boutique in Sri Lanka near the town of Tangalle." Full review
Hideaway Report94.0
"Contemporary beach resort in a mature coconut grove overlooking a crescent of golden sand, about two hours’ drive east of Galle." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"A true temple of luxury living, Amanwella's suites all have private plunge pools, preloaded iPods and gloriously tasteful and modish design touches." Full review
Jetwing Lighthouse
Oyster The Telegraph Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Dadella, Galle 80000, Sri Lanka
From $337/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterUpscale
"It's filled with Indo-Asian arty decor, spacious contemporary colonial rooms, and grassy courtyards, and maintains a keep-to-yourself atmosphere." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This historic Galle hotel has a spectacular location on a headland just west of Galle, and is a reliable choice for families and couples looking for a comfortable southern seaside escape." Full review
Lonely Planet "Parts of this large resort hotel, located 3km up the coast from the Fort, were designed by legendary Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa, though other sections are more mundane." Full review
Lonely Planet "Rooms and restaurants won't disappoint, but this Jetwing's trump card is its magnificent ocean-side location, private beach and two gorgeous pools (one 40m)." Full review
Michelin Guide "High-ceilinged guest rooms are simply and fashionably furnished with wooden frame beds and pristine white sheets...the spicy, innovative dishes at the Cinnamon Room restaurant sustain guests" Full review
