Jetwing Beach is a beachfront hotel on the Negombo coast, part of the Jetwing group, a well-known family-run Sri Lankan hotel company. Negombo is the closest beach town to Bandaranaike International Airport, so hotels here are popular for the first or last night of a trip, and Jetwing Beach is one of the favourites. The hotel faces the Indian Ocean and combines a pool, sea-view rooms and several places to eat, making it equally suitable for a night of recovery after a long flight and a few days of relaxed beach time. The fishing beach, the lagoon and the town centre are all within a short ride. Check the facilities and room details when you book when you book.
Location and getting around
The hotel is on the Negombo beach strip, around half an hour from the airport depending on traffic, and about an hour and a half or more from central Colombo. Tuk-tuks are the easiest way to reach the town, the fish market and the lagoon. Many guests arrange a driver to Colombo or on to Sigiriya and the cultural triangle.
The rooms
Expect air-conditioned rooms, with sea views and garden views as the main choices. Sea-view rooms are best for sunrise and sunset. Check the room type and whether breakfast is included. Families can often find larger rooms or interconnecting options by asking when they book.
Who it suits
Travellers with early or late flights, couples who want a few easy beach days, and families who like a pool and a beach in one place. It also suits those who plan to explore the lagoon, the fishing village and Muthurajawela, because the activities are all close by. Visitors who want to be in the centre of Colombo will find it too far.
Good to know
The sea at Negombo can be rough during the monsoon, and swimming conditions change with the season, so follow flags and local advice. The beach is a working fishing beach in parts, so expect nets, boats and a lively atmosphere. Aircraft noise is possible depending on the flight path. The dry months from December to March are the most reliable for beach time.
Why stay here
- ✓Beachfront setting
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Sea-view rooms
- ✓Restaurants
- ✓Bar
- ✓Close to the airport
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓WiFi
Good questions
How far is it from the airport?+
Negombo is the closest beach town to the airport, usually around half an hour by road depending on traffic.
Is the beach good for swimming?+
Conditions vary with the season. The sea can be rough in the monsoon, so follow flags and local advice.
Can I visit Colombo from here?+
Yes, but it takes an hour and a half or more each way, so most visitors choose a driver or a day tour.
