A Golden Ridge in Nuwara Eliya | Sunday Observer

A Golden Ridge in Nuwara Eliya

28 October, 2018

On a five acre ridge high above the Nuwara Eliya – Kandy Road sits The Golden Ridge Hotel, a 65 room, super luxury, five star boutique hotel, located on five acres of landscaped gardens in the environs of Bambarakele; the latest offering from the Golden Hospitality Group of Hotels who brought you the Golden Crown Hotel last year, already an icon in Kandy.

Designed by Chartered Architects Dr. Upendra Rajapaksha and Ananda Herath, The Golden Ridge will have its grand opening in December this year and is tipped to become the ‘piece de resistance’ of Nuwara Eliya.

Chairman of The Golden Hospitality Group, Sriyananda Wijekoon said it was his intention to establish The Golden Ridge as the ‘must go to’ destination in Nuwara Eliya. “I envisage The Golden Ridge restoring Little England to its former glory days, when service was an art and hospitality came from the heart”.

An Investment of USD 11 Million, The Golden Ridge Hotel has a 100 staff members of whom 60 are from the surrounding area, thus living up to Mr Sriyananda’s promise of helping the people of Nuwara Eliya prosper and obtain employment and training.

Heading the team at The Golden Ridge is Manager Lakshman Silva who counts over 25 years in the hospitality industry, while he has also worked at the Dubai Grand and Le Meridien Dubai.

The accommodation at The Golden Ridge comprises a unique offering in that six rooms constitute a bungalow, aptly titled The Golden Villa. ‘This is a luxurious colonial type bungalow with an impressive 145-year-old history. All rooms are complete with traditional wood fireplaces, personal butlers, 24 hour room service and Jacuzzis in every bathroom.

‘The Golden Villa is indeed a very special experience’, said Managing Director of the Golden Hospitality, Chanuka Wijekoon.

Bambarakelle is heavily forested and has many hiking paths you would want to explore. The garden even has a therapeutic Jacuzzi, while a fully equipped gymnasium awaits the fitness enthusiast. The Golden Hospitality group offers you a stellar service with five predominant types of accommodation, Premium Deluxe, Deluxe, Family suites, Junior suites and Family rooms.

“The Jockey’s Pub is redolent with old world charm and hearkens back to days gone by. A premium luxury bar which serves spirits and wines, cognacs and liquor from a list of over 100 labels, connoisseurs take note, the Jockey’s Pub will help you revive memories of those good old days”, said Manager, Lakshman Silva.

The Simply Golden Asia Restaurant is definitely set to win plaudits for its amazing Asian cuisine, serving Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, Malaysian, and Chinese delicacies that will satisfy the most discerning gourmand.

Worthy of mention is The Queen Elizabeth Banquet Hall. “This is the largest and most impressive banquet hall in Nuwara Eliya and can accommodate more than 400 guests at a variety of functions such as weddings, cocktails, seminars and corporate events and is a definite attraction for Nuwara Eliya”, said Director of Sales and Marketing, The Golden Hospitality Group, Sujith Siyasinghe.

The recreational facilities at The Golden Ridge are varied and many and geared to make a stay memorable. The Hotel’s indoor heated swimming pool with the up country mists swirling round it, transform an ordinary swim into a magical experience.

 

 

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