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Fox Jaffna Hotel Guide: History, Wartime Bunkers & Luxury

May 30 2026
Tranquil tropical resort pool with palm trees, lime-green loungers, and a sunlit stone deck.

Fox Jaffna is one of the luxury hotels in Northern Sri Lanka. It is located in an old house built in 1908. This hotel has a mix of new styles. It has a lawn and many palm trees. It is a place close to Jaffna city.

Here is a guide to help you know more about Fox Jaffna.

 🏛️ History 

What makes Fox Jaffna special is its history.

The old house built over a hundred years ago for a family.

 During the war the house used by fighters and later by the military.

And

 There are two bunkers that used during the war. Now they are used to show Sri Lankan art and history of the Northern Province.

🛏️ Rooms at Fox

The hotel has 28 rooms. They divided into two types:

 Heritage Suites: These roomsre in the old house. They have ceilings, old tiles and antique furniture.

 Deluxe Chalets: These are rooms built near the garden. They have a look and big windows.

 🍽️ Food and Amenities

 The restaurant serves Northern Tamil food. You should try their Jaffna Crab Curry with string hoppers or pittu.

 The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by trees.

 The hotel has a collection of art from Sri Lankan artists.

 📍 Location of Fox 

Fox Jaffna is in Kokuvil, a suburb. It is close to Jaffna city and many historic places:

 Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil: This is a Hindu temple. It is 9 minutes away from the hotel.

 Jaffna Public. Fort: This is a place. It is 12 minutes away from the hotel.

And

 Nilavarai Bottomless Well: This is a well. It is 15 minutes away from the hotel.

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