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HomeAs a standard of our family across the island, Jetwing St. Andrew’s is committed to sustainable practices with a wide range of initiatives in different focus areas. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Sri Lanka’s central highlands, we are dedicated to preserving both our environment and the community that has cared for it over the centuries.
Jetwing Hotels has been a pioneer of sustainable tourism in Sri Lanka, guided for over five decades by the philosophy of our founder, the late Herbert Cooray. With the importance of sustainability being brought to the fore in recent times, the need for conscious decisions to be made for the future of the planet and its people is greater than ever. We believe that making changes today, however small, can lead to a better future.
By sharing our journey of sustainability, what we have learnt, and what we hope to achieve, we aim to inspire change and create a butterfly effect.
Jetwing St. Andrew’s features a 62kW roof-mounted, gird-tied solar PV system, that contributes towards 30% of the hotel’s total electricity requirement.
At Jetwing St. Andrew’s, the hot water in your room is provided by our on-site biomass boiler, which operates on sustainably harvested cinnamon wood from cultivating regions across our island, and is converted into energy that keeps you warm in the cool climes of our central highlands.
Jetwing St. Andrew’s features an on-site effluent treatment plant, where all wastewater generated by our hotel is carefully treated with aerobic and anaerobic biological practices, before being used for irrigating our verdant outdoor gardens. The sweepings and tree clippings from these very gardens are also composted in a traditional above-ground compost pile, which in turn serves as a soil enhancer that is rich in organic nutrients.
The story of Jetwing St. Andrews begins in 1875, with the construction of this grand residence, a testament to Sri Lanka's colonial past. We are committed to preserving this history, ensuring that any renovations undertaken respect the original architecture and maintain the property's authentic charm.
Nestled in the serene hill country, Jetwing St. Andrews provides a gateway to discovering the region's exceptional biodiversity and ecosystems. We encourage our guests to explore the breathtaking landscapes through curated experiences, including hikes to nearby mountain peaks and waterfalls.
Furthermore, we celebrate the legacy of Ceylon tea, a cornerstone of Sri Lankan culture and economy. Our immersive tea tours and tasting experiences provide guests with a fascinating insight into the history of tea cultivation, from its origins to the intricate process of creating the perfect cup; guests are able to experience firsthand the traditions and flavors that have shaped this remarkable region.
Youth from nearby communities are recruited through the Jetwing Youth Development Programme (JYDP), which offers free training in tourism, hospitality, language, and interpersonal skills. This equips them for careers within the industry. After the training, participants receive on-the-job training and are then given the opportunity to join our family, though there is no obligation to do so.
As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure all associates have equal growth opportunities with promotions based solely on merit. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace.
Employee health and safety is of the utmost importance to us. We routinely inspect our spaces, maintain essential safety equipment, and provide thorough training so that all associates are well-prepared in case of an emergency.
Prepared with our signature Field to Fork initiative, fresh vegetables and herbs cultivated in our hotel gardens are used by our chefs in a number of culinary delights.
As the lush greenery has been designed as a minimum input garden, it also includes horticultural flower varieties that are grown exclusively for our hotel.
In an effort to minimise plastic waste, Jetwing St. Andrew’s offers only reusable glass water bottles at our property – every one of which has been sourced from the bottling plant operated by our family at the nearby Jetwing Warwick Gardens.
At Jetwing Hotels, we take pride in celebrating our local cuisine. We were the first family of hotels in Sri Lanka to exclusively use local fruits, vegetables, and seafood in our culinary offerings. By focusing on local sourcing, we've built strong partnerships throughout our supply chain, with many of our suppliers located within the same district.