In the heart of the idyllic bird sanctuary, first DoubleTree by Hilton Resort Opens to guests in Weerawila, Sri Lanka
Nestled away from the hustle of the city, in the heart of the idyllic bird sanctuary, DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort, opened to guests on November 24, the leading global hospitality company announced.
The new three-story, 78-room modern resort is located in the midst of three of Asia’s most visited wildlife parks, amongst lush bird sanctuaries, just a half hour drive from the Mattala Rajapakse International Airport and the Hambantota Port district.
The unique nature-inspired meeting spaces, stunning restaurants and bars as well as the exquisite ballroom makes the Resort the ultimate choice for business and leisure travellers alike.
Paul Hutton, Vice President Operations South East Asia for Hilton, said the Resort will be on top of the mind for those who are looking for an idyllic getaway while seeking the comfort of a well-recognised hotel brand that consistently delivers service that is authentic, reliable and straight from the heart.
DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort offers exceptional dining experiences at Spoonbill, the resort’s all-day dining restaurant, tea lounge and barbeque grill, while Redshank offers a wide variety of seafood from crabs to shrimp to lobster, at the rooftop, overlooking the serene Lake Weerawila.
The resort also features three stunning bars, catering to guests who fancy plush, cosy indoor and outdoor seating at Hornbill, and to others who wish to sip on a signature cocktail at the rooftop bar at Nightjar. Guests can also enjoy a round of eight ball pool at Turnstone.
The Weerawila Rajawarna Resort offers a spectacular 75-meter-long outdoor swimming pool, Yoga Terrace, rooftop Wellness Spa, Karaoke Lounge and Tea Jar by the Lake, as well as a 24-hour fitness centre with the latest Precor® equipment and free weights.
The 78 guest rooms are Digital Key-enabled, equipped with a 49” HDTV with entertainment hub, Wi-Fi, king or twin bedding, terrace or balcony, rain shower and Crabtree and Evelyn amenities.
The 10,000 square feet of meeting space, equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, is the ideal venue for business meetings, while the stunning pillar-less Grand Ballroom, measuring 7,788 square feet, is the ultimate setting for a memorable destination wedding, with floor to ceiling windows that overlook tranquil Lake Weerawila.
Hilton CleanStay Program
The Resort is also confident of its health and safety protocols established in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Weerawila Rajawarna Resort is participating in the Hilton CleanStay Program, which includes a Hilton CleanStay Room Seal to show that a room has not been accessed since being thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. Moreover, additional cleaning of common areas and items, contactless check-in, innovative disinfection technology and flexible housekeeping options, are also part of the Program.
Award-winning guest-loyalty program
The Weerawila Rajawarna Resort is also part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton’s 18 world-class brands. A flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, as well as exclusive member discounts, are among the wide array of benefits enjoyed by members of the loyalty program. To celebrate the hotel’s opening, Hilton Honors members will earn an additional 1,000 Points per night – up to a maximum of 3,000 points – for bookings from December 15, 2020 March to 15, 2021, when booking directly with Hilton.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with more than 6,300 properties in 118 countries and territories, and DoubleTree by Hilton is a fast-growing, global portfolio of more than 600 upscale hotels with more than 138,000 rooms across 47 countries.
DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort is the third hotel to be managed by Hilton in Sri Lanka. The resort is owned by the KDU Group, one of the most successful family-owned conglomerates in the country, consisting of 15 thriving subsidiaries, including Tea Factories, Hospitality, Exports, Real Estate, Petroleum and a Hydro Power Plant. The Group is now a leading tea manufacturer and exporter, with some of the largest cutting-edge factories in Sri Lanka.
