Sri Lanka will receive its second Shangri-La hotel on Nov. 16, bringing another luxury option to the destination as well as a premier MICE property.
Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo faces the Galle Face Green promenade, offering uninterrupted Indian Ocean views from most of its 500 guestrooms, suites and serviced apartments. The hotel sits on 10 acres that will soon accommodate an office tower, two residential buildings and a high-end retail space. The hotel is located only 40 minutes from the Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport.
“As tourist arrivals into the island have grown exponentially over the last eight years, Colombo has found its place as the gateway to all this amazing island has to offer,” said Timothy Wright, vice president and general manager, Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. “We aim to set new luxury hospitality standards in Colombo and seamlessly blend Shangri-La’s personalised hospitality with the much-loved traditional Sri-Lankan charm.”
The hotel boasts a contemporary style inspired by the country’s natural beauty, as well as a premier social and dining scene with five restaurants, bars and lounges. Guests can unwind at CHI, The Spa; enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre; swimming pool; and pool bar overlooking the ocean.
The hotel is currently taking bookings.
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