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at a Glance.
Star Rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Type
Hotel
Location
Magalle, Galle — Southern Sri Lanka
Hotel Category
Luxe / Flex
Ideal For
Couples, Honeymooners, Nature Lovers
Style
Eco-Luxury Boutique Retreat
Price / Night
Why Stay Here
Private villas with plunge pools amid mangroves and paddy fields
Mist hangs low over the Koggala River. Beneath a canopy of palms and cinnamon, wooden walkways wind toward hidden villas. This is Jetwing Kurulubedda — a retreat so quiet you can hear the rustle of mangrove leaves against the morning light.
“Here, time ripples like water — slow, luminous, endlessly calm.”
A private Eden — yet only ten minutes from Galle Fort and the Indian Ocean. It is where Sri Lanka’s deep-green interior meets the slow rhythm of lagoon lif
About the Property
Tucked deep inside a mangrove forest near the Koggala River, Jetwing Kurulubedda is a secret whispered by nature. Created as the eco-sister of Jetwing Lighthouse, it redefines quiet luxury — six rooms hidden among cinnamon, bamboo, and birdsong.
Each villa floats above a landscape of lily ponds and rice paddies, connected by timber bridges and open corridors. Local craftsmen carved every panel by hand, while the open architecture invites wind, light, and fragrance to move freely.
Sithiyam Insider: Kurulubedda means “bird island” in Sinhala — an apt name, for herons, kingfishers, and bee-eaters are your closest neighbours.
The property is intimate, almost spiritual — a place that trades spectacle for stillness, where every sound feels deliberate.
Why Stay Here
- Private eco-villa retreat amid mangroves and paddy fields.
- Complete privacy with butler service and plunge pools.
- Sustainable design inspired by Sri Lankan tradition.
- Access to Jetwing Lighthouse facilities and spa.
- Immersive connection to nature and local life.
Sithiyam Insider: Perfect for the second half of a southern journey — after the waves, find stillness here.
Accommodation & Rooms
The retreat holds only six rooms, designed for seclusion and reflection
Jetwing Kurulubedda Fact File
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Deluxe Rooms (4 Units)
Set within the main structure, these rooms open to lush greenery and private terraces. Earth-toned interiors, timber floors, and open baths capture the essence of tropical minimalism.
Ideal for Flex travellers or solo guests seeking peace with comfort.
Dwellings with Private Plunge Pools (2 Units)
The signature villas of Kurulubedda — elevated above the mangroves with a sun deck, outdoor dining space, and a plunge pool shaded by palms. Butler service, open-air showers, and silence so deep it becomes luxury itself.
Perfect for Luxe travellers and honeymooners.
Pro Tip: Wake before dawn — the reflection of sunrise over the paddies is pure gold.
All rooms include minibar, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and access to the full facilities of Jetwing Lighthouse, a short transfer away.
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Location & Accessibility
Kurulubedda lies in Magalle, just 10 minutes from Galle Fort and 2½ hours from Colombo via the Southern Expressway. Transfers are arranged privately through Sithiyam Travel, often combined with a stay at Lighthouse or Ahangama.
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Photo by UGA Chena Huts
Photo by UGA Chena Huts
Dining & Culinary Experience
Meals here are private — crafted from the gardens and neighbouring farms.
- Lily Pond Restaurant: Set beside the water, serving Sri Lankan and Asian fusion cuisine.
- Private Dining Decks: Candlelit dinners arranged under the stars or by your villa.
- Kurulubedda Breakfast Ritual: Fresh hoppers, tropical fruits, and cinnamon-honey tea served to the music of morning birds.
“The cuisine is as light as the air — garden herbs, river fish, and the scent of coconut smoke.”
Sithiyam Offer: Guests booking via Sithiyam Travel receive one complimentary floating breakfast or romantic riverside dinner. Plan your stay →
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Spa & Wellness
Though Jetwing Kurulubedda itself is deliberately minimal, guests enjoy full access to the Balinese Ayu Spa at Jetwing Lighthouse. A complimentary tuk-tuk transfer whisks you from forest stillness to ocean serenity.
On-site yoga sessions, Ayurvedic head massages, and natural meditation walks along the riverbank extend the wellness journey.
Pro Tip: Book a couples’ spa ritual at sunset, then dine privately by the lily pond — an unforgettable evening.
Similar & Recommended Hotels
- Jetwing Lighthouse: Bawa’s oceanfront masterpiece nearby.
- W15 Ahangama: Design-driven surfside escape.
- Kahanda Kanda: Hilltop villa with tea plantation views.
- Tri Koggala: Sustainable architectural resort on the lake.
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Nearby Attractions
- Galle Fort: UNESCO heritage city with cafés and boutiques.
- Koggala Lake: Cinnamon islands and boat safaris.
- Handunugoda Tea Estate: Home of Virgin White Tea.
- Unawatuna Beach: Safe bay for swimming and snorkelling.
- Martin Wickramasinghe Museum: Sri Lankan literary heritage centre.
Pro Tip: Ask Sithiyam for the “Galle and Beyond” circuit — pairing Kurulubedda with Ahangama and Yala for a wild-to-wellness journey.
Experiences & Facilities
Kurulubedda is designed not for doing but for being — yet every moment holds possibility.
Signature Experiences:
- Nature walks through mangroves and paddy fields
- Boat rides on Koggala River to cinnamon islands
- Cooking classes with village chefs
- Birdwatching with local naturalists
- Cultural day trips to Galle Fort, Handunugoda Tea Estate, and Koggala Lake
Facilities include butler service, private plunge pools, Wi-Fi, 24-hour room dining, and shared access to Jetwing Lighthouse’s gym and pools.
Sithiyam Insider: Combine Jetwing Kurulubedda and Jetwing Lighthouse for Sithiyam’s “Duality of Design” experience — forest and sea, silence and architecture, two Bawa-inspired worlds in one journey.
Insider Tips for Guests
Pro Tip: Book minimum two nights to fully unwind — the first day is for silence, the second for connection.
Sithiyam Insider: Evenings are best spent on the deck with a candle and a cup of ginger tea — fireflies will find you.
Editor’s Note: Bring binoculars — birdwatching here is as rich as any national park.
Guest Reviews & Testimonials
Guests describe Kurulubedda as “a private dream woven in green.”
They praise the staff’s kindness, the unseen butler service, and the luxury of listening to nothing but nature.
Sustainability & Design Ethos
Jetwing Kurulubedda is a case study in eco-luxury.
- Entirely solar-powered lighting and hot water.
- Natural water purification using reed beds.
- On-site organic vegetable and herb gardens.
- Zero plastic policy and compost recycling.
- Staff drawn from the local village community.
Editor’s Note: Here, sustainability is not a trend — it is the architecture of life itself.
Photo by UGA Chena Huts
Photo by UGA Chena Huts
Conclusion
In the language of Bawa and the rhythm of birds, Jetwing Kurulubedda is a hymn to stillness.
Every villa a verse, every pool a pause in time.
Experience Jetwing Kurulubedda with Sithiyam Travel — where luxury meets authenticity.
