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Hayleys Leisure continues to elevate Sri Lanka’s presence in the regional hospitality scene, clinching three coveted accolades at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025, South Asia’s premier recognition platform for excellence in tourism and hospitality.
Taking centre stage, The Kingsbury, Colombo was crowned Gold Winner – Leading F&B Hotel, a remarkable achievement that cements its reputation as South Asia’s culinary powerhouse. With an impressive portfolio of nine restaurants and bars, the hotel has continuously set benchmarks in fine dining, innovation, and service excellence – redefining Colombo’s luxury dining landscape.
Further adding to the accolades, Amaya Lake, Dambulla was honoured with the Gold Award for Leading Family Resort, a recognition that highlights its growing popularity as a premier family destination in Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle. With its tranquil lakeside setting, heritage-inspired experiences, and warm hospitality, the resort continues to deliver unforgettable getaways for families seeking authenticity and connection.
Adding to this success, Amaya Resorts & Spas received the Silver Award for Leading Resort Brand in South Asia, affirming its strength in offering culturally immersive, wellness-driven stays across its boutique collection. Together, these accolades reflect Amaya’s emergence as one of South Asia’s most preferred family hospitality brands.
Hayleys Leisure Managing Director Rohan Karr said: “These recognitions are a celebration of the exceptional work by our teams across all properties. From leading South Asia’s F&B innovation at The Kingsbury, to delivering memorable family experiences at Amaya Lake, and offering distinctive resort stays through Amaya Resorts & Spas—we remain focused on setting new industry benchmarks while showcasing the best of Sri Lankan hospitality.”
