The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the resolution tabled by the Minister of Tourism for calling proposals from investors to establish the two proposed hotels in the proximity of Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport.
Although Hambantota area where Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is located, Is a major tourist destination, only a few hotels are in operation at present.
It has been observed that it is an advantageous situation to attract tourists by constructing 02 four (04) star class hotels adjoining the airport. Two (02) plots of land have been recognized suitable at the right side of the terminal building of the airport for the purpose.
