Jungle Beach Kuchchaveli nominated for prestigious World’s Small Luxury Hotels

The luxury boutique hotel by Uga Escapes, Jungle Beach, was nominated for the prestigious ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’ (SLH) portfolio recently. Jungle Beach was the first and only of its kind hotel, to be built in Kuchchaveli, Trincomalee District, and entire east coast. This magnificent hotel is set on ten acres of pristine land, located between the Indian Ocean and the jungle.

SLH has an unrivalled portfolio of some of the world’s finest small luxury independent hotels. SLH comprises over 520 hotels in more than 70 countries such as diversified chic hotels, palatial 17th century mansions, city centre sanctuaries, remote private islands, historic country houses and idyllic resorts.

Uga Escapes Managing Director Priyanjith Weerasooria said: “Sri Lanka is in the midst of an eco-tourism boom at present. Jungle Beach exemplifies the true meaning of eco-tourism and because of this we believe that we are in a better position to contribute to the growth of this industry. The East Coast of Sri Lanka has some of the island’s most fascinating destinations, waiting to be discovered. Jungle Beach itself is a fantastic addition to the allure of this part of the island.”

Speaking further Weerasooria stated: “Uga Escapes has always strived to be a global benchmark in the boutique hotels industry. Becoming a part of the SLH of the World highlights the success of these efforts, and also serves as a boost to Sri Lanka’s luxury tourism industry.” He added that they will continue to work towards providing the most luxurious getaways in a sustainable manner thereby offering a truly unique experience to all their guests. “I would like to thank our wonderful team for their steadfast commitment and untiring efforts. Their hard work has made this achievement possible,” Weerasooria stated.

Jungle Beach comprises large ecologically-sustainable chalets with 650 square feet of space. Each of the 48 chalets is luxuriously appointed with king-sized beds, high-end entertainment systems, private decks, outdoor rain showers and other modern amenities. The resort also offers a spa, gym and an open-air restaurant with many elegant signature-dining options on open decks on the beach and in the trees. The property’s unique location offers a jungle experience at one end and an ocean setting on the other.

Speaking about compliance and assessing standards for inclusion SLH CEO Paul Kerr said: “Strict controls are maintained to ensure that only the very best hotels with the highest standards are accepted into the SLH portfolio. This ensures that the quality of the experience that guests receive is consistent across all SLH properties. This accolade further confirms the uniqueness of Jungle Beach and its location as a perfect base for travellers with a passion for adventure and desire for exploration.”

Uga Escapes also owns Ulagalla Resort, an eco-friendly luxury boutique hotel that consists of 20 chalets over a 58 acre property in Anuradhapura as well as Uga Bay in Passekudah, a 48-roomed hotel that offers a unique tropical beach experience.