Living Inside a Masterpiece: A Geoffrey Bawa Designed Sea-View Hotel in Sri Lanka! 🌴 architect.

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Our first stop in Sri Lanka was a brilliant choice: a hotel designed by Geoffrey Bawa, truly "Sri Lanka's light"! It's part of the Jetwing group, a local luxury hotel chain known for its heritage properties. When I was doing my research, I was a little uncertain – the photos online seemed quite ordinary, and I worried I might be disappointed upon arrival. But it turned out to be a complete and utter surprise! ✨

The moment I stepped into the restaurant in the morning, with its low eaves framing the shimmering ocean beyond the lawn, perfectly complemented by ancient trees, it was absolutely breathtaking. That instant alone made the entire journey worthwhile!

Rooms: The rooms are incredibly spacious, designed like connected small villas. The most distinctively Bawa-esque feature is the semi-open air bathroom. Its non-enclosed design on two sides not only allows for natural ventilation but also perfectly embodies Bawa's philosophy of organically integrating architecture with nature. The interior furniture and lighting are also in a minimalist, modernist style – not a single superfluous detail!
Pool: This might just be the longest hotel pool I've ever seen! I felt like I couldn't swim to the end in one go. Its length spans the entire accommodation area of the hotel, easily stretching for at least three or four hundred meters. Absolutely incredible! 🏊♀️
This hotel is a true testament to Bawa's genius, offering a unique and luxurious experience where design, nature, and comfort beautifully converge. Highly recommend!

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Post by Fly with Jess | Jun 14, 2025