October 19, 2026 / Daily Mirror
NÜWA at City of Dreams Sri Lanka has won Gold in the Leading Designer Hotel category at the South Asian Travel Awards 2026, recognising its contemporary design and personalised hospitality in its first year of operations.
Read MoreDaily Mirror reports on City of Dreams Sri Lanka earning dual recognition at the World Travel Awards 2026.
Read MoreSeptember 14, 2026 / The Island Chief
Spice 8 at City of Dreams Sri Lanka offers hot pot dining around the clock, bringing guests together to cook meats, seafood and vegetables in shared broths with a choice of sauces and accompaniments.
Read MoreAugust 20, 2026 / Sunday Times
NÜWA at City of Dreams Sri Lanka introduces women into the traditionally male-dominated doorperson role, reflecting its commitment to inclusive career opportunities and personalised luxury service from the moment guests arrive.
Read MoreFinancial Chronicle covers Melco Resorts & Entertainment’s luxury hospitality offering in Sri Lanka through the City of Dreams initiative.
Read MoreAugust 1, 2026 / Leisure Plus
City of Dreams Sri Lanka marks its first anniversary, celebrating a landmark year of luxury hospitality, world-class entertainment and growing global recognition as South Asia’s first fully integrated resort.
Read MoreJuly 31, 2026 / Hiru News
City of Dreams Sri Lanka celebrates its first anniversary on August 2, marking a year of transforming the country’s tourism, hospitality and lifestyle landscape through luxury stays, dining, entertainment, retail and major events.
Read MoreJuly 30, 2026 / Financial Chronicle
A five-screen Scope Cinemas multiplex featuring next-generation technology, immersive experiences and two VIP halls is set to open at The Shoppes at City of Dreams Sri Lanka by the end of 2026.
Read MoreJuly 24, 2026 / Daily FT
One year after opening, City of Dreams Sri Lanka is helping reshape Colombo’s identity through a year-round calendar of international entertainment, cultural celebrations and luxury experiences that bring global performers, regional audiences and Sri Lankan talent together.
Read MoreJuly 8, 2026 / The Island Chief
City of Dreams Sri Lanka is reshaping Colombo’s culinary scene with a diverse collection of restaurants and dining experiences that bring international flavours, local influences and destination dining together under one roof.
Read MoreJuly 15, 2026 / Lanka Business News
NÜWA at City of Dreams Sri Lanka celebrates its first anniversary, marking a year of redefining luxury hospitality through refined accommodation, distinctive dining and personalised guest experiences in Colombo.
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View on InstagramJune 8, 2026 / Lanka Business News
City of Dreams Sri Lanka brings together a diverse collection of dining experiences that reflects Colombo’s evolving culinary identity, from international flavours and signature restaurants to relaxed social spaces.
Read MoreJune 9, 2026 / Newswire
City of Dreams Sri Lanka, in partnership with John Keells Foundation, presents the 7th edition of its Artist Spotlight series, “Urban Pop – Colombo Reconstructed”, featuring Sri Lankan multidisciplinary artist Charith Wijesundara.
Read MoreJune 2, 2026 / Tribuna
SiGMA is set to return to Colombo following a strong satisfaction rate, as Sri Lanka continues to develop its gaming and entertainment sector and strengthen its position in the regional market.
Read MoreMay 29, 2026 / The Island Online
The Ceylon Chamber of Women Entrepreneurs held its Model & Designer Open Call at City of Dreams CMB, drawing more than 200 models and over 50 designers for Sri Lanka’s first fashion week dedicated exclusively to women entrepreneurs.
Read MoreMay 8, 2026 / Sunday Times
City of Dreams has announced the appointment of Chef Ye Panwang as Chef de Cuisine of ‘Spice 8’, bringing over two decades of international culinary expertise to its dynamic dining portfolio and further strengthening the destination’s commitment to world-class gastronomy.
Read MoreMay 8, 2026 / Daily Mirror
Building on its landmark opening, City of Dreams Sri Lanka continues to reshape the country’s tourism and hospitality landscape as South Asia’s first fully integrated luxury resort, bringing together Nüwa, its luxury flagship hotel and Cinnamon Life, its vibrant lifestyle hotel, within a single world-class destination.
Read MoreMay 11, 2026 / Yogonet
Nüwa at City of Dreams Sri Lanka has received a five-star classification from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), giving formal recognition to the hotel located within the Colombo integrated resort.
Read MoreMay 5, 2026 / South China Morning Post
In March, Melco unveiled its Dream Entrance art installation by contemporary artist Daniel Arsham at its flagship integrated resort, City of Dreams. This twin-headed, labyrinthine structure explores the boundaries between dreams and reality, encouraging visitors to use their imaginations as a creative tool for innovation.
Read MoreMarch 29, 2026 / ADA Derana
The BRICS international Fashion federation in collaboration with CFW presents the first South Asian Edition of the BRICS Fashion Summit in Colombo. Chosen for its strategic geo-political location and Colombo Fashion Week's (CFW) standing as a founding member of the BRICS International Fashion Federation. Sri Lanka's position as a bridge between South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the broader Indian Ocean region further underscores the Federation's commitment to deepening its presence across the globe's most dynamic emerging markets.
Read MoreMarch 29, 2026 / India's News
Colombo [Sri Lanka], March 29 (ANI): The Lotus Roots- India -Sri Lanka Artist Project was inaugurated in Colombo by the Head of Chancery, Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka, which saw the exhibition of masterpieces of contemporary art by 10 Indian and 10 Sri Lankan women artists.
Read MoreApril 7, 2026 / Echelon
City of Dreams Sri Lanka invites guests to experience Signature Velvet Nights, an immersive three night celebration of music, elegance and curated indulgence, set to unfold from 24 to 26 April. Designed to bring together refined entertainment and elevated lifestyle experiences, the series promises an unforgettable blend of jazz, performance art and world-class hospitality.
Read MoreApril 21, 2026 / Newswire
City of Dreams Sri Lanka invites guests to experience Signature Velvet Nights, an immersive three night celebration of music, elegance and curated indulgence, set to unfold from 24 to 26 April. Designed to bring together refined entertainment and elevated lifestyle experiences, the series promises an unforgettable blend of jazz, performance art and world-class hospitality.
Read MoreApril 13, 2026 / M & C Asia
Sri Lanka’s Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is spotlighting its range of MICE-friendly brands and properties at The Meetings Show Asia Pacific (TMS APAC) 2026, including what it terms “South Asia’s first fully integrated resort”.
Read MoreApril 20, 2026 / The Island Online
City of Dreams Sri lanka and John Keells Foundation present a West End Musical, Opening on Friday...
Read MoreAugust, 2, 2025 / ADA derana
Sri Lanka’s largest investment and South Asia’s first integrated resort opened its doors, heralding a bold new chapter in the nations’ economic journey. Positioned at the crossroads of modern luxury and local artistry, City of Dreams Sri Lanka (COD SL), is a living showcase of Sri Lankan ambition, creativity and global vision.
Read MoreFebruary, 26, 2026 / Inside Asian Gaming
IAG’s jet-setting CEO Andrew W Scott recently visited City of Dreams Sri Lanka – the newest property in the Melco Resorts & Entertainment portfolio – to discover where it fits into Southeast Asia’s luxury gaming offering.
Read MoreFebruary, 27, 2026 / ADA derana
City of Dreams Sri Lanka is set to celebrate Holi in spectacular style with “Signature Holi Rush,” a three-day celebration from 6 to 8 March 2026 that promises music, colour, flavour and high-energy entertainment across the integrated resort.
Read MoreMarch 31, 2026 / Daily FT
In a big boost to the country’s world-class entertainment offering, internationally celebrated stand-up comedian Russell Peters arrived in Colombo yesterday to a traditional Sri Lankan welcome, ahead of his one-night-only live performance tonight (31) at 6 p.m. at the Lumina Ballroom at Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, Colombo.
Read MoreMarch 12, 2026 / IndiaOutbound
City of Dreams Sri Lanka, an integrated resort in Sri Lanka, in collaboration with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts and Walkers Tours, has partnered with FitsAir to launch direct scheduled passenger flights connecting Ahmedabad and Colombo, enhancing connectivity for Indian travellers to South Asia’s first fully integrated resort.
Read MoreMarch 8, 2026 / ProfitMagazine
සියලු පහසුකම්වලින් සපිරි දකුණු ආසියාවේ පළමු හෝටල් සංකීර්ණය ලෙස City of Dreams Sri Lanka නව ඇරඹුමක් සමඟින් මෙරට සංචාරක ක්ෂේත්රයේ සුවිශේෂී සන්ධිස්ථානයක් සනිටුහන් කිරීමට සමත්ව ඇත. සුඛෝපභෝගී සංචාරක සේවා, සාප්පු සවාරි අත්දැකීම්, විනෝදාස්වාදය හා ආයතනික අවකාශයන් එකම ස්ථානයකදී සපයනු ලබන City of Dreams Sri Lanka නව්ය තාක්ෂණය හා නිර්මාණශීලීත්වය තුලින් උසස් සේවාවක් ලබා දීමට නිරන්තරයෙන් කටයුතු කරමින් සිටී.
Read MoreMarch 10, 2026 / BizEnglish
In celebration of International Women’s Day, City of Dreams Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management, hosted a special forum themed “Give to Gain”, bringing together industry leaders, educators, and aspiring hospitality professionals for an inspiring exchange of insights, experiences, and ideas.
Read MoreFebruary 16, 2026 / NewsWire
Ring in the Lunar New Year in grand style as City of Dreams Sri Lanka unveils a bold and immersive celebration to welcome a year of prosperity, fortune, and new beginnings.
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2026 / NewsWire
Something bold is about to take over. From 13–15 February, City of Dreams Sri Lanka invites guests to step into a world where Latin energy meets luxury nightlife, as the destination unveils its most exciting entertainment experience yet — Signature Latin Affair.
Read MoreDecember 18 , 2025 / FT
Sri Lanka is set to make history as it hosts South Asia’s first-ever three-day reggae music festival, ‘One Love 2026 – A Tribute to Bob Marley,’ from 27 to 29 March 2026 on the golden shores of Bentota, the organisers announced on Tuesday.
Read MoreNovember 19 , 2025 / LMD
City of Dreams Sri Lanka is set to ignite Colombo’s festive season with “Signature Golden Mirage”, a breathtaking celebration inspired by the enchanting world of Arabian Nights and curated in honour of UAE National Day. ...
Read MoreNovember 10 , 2025 / LMD
City of Dreams Sri Lanka unveiled its newest signature dining experience, The Grand Pâtisserie Affair, at The Crystal Lounge, NÜWA, introducing Colombo to a refined afternoon ritual that blends handcrafted indulgence with contemporary sophistication...
Read MoreOctober 31 , 2025 / FT
Bollywood superstar Suniel Shetty brought charisma and festive cheer to City of Dreams Sri Lanka, as he graced the Signature Diwali Glitz celebrations. Staying at the exquisite NUWA Sri Lanka, Shetty’s visit blended glamour with connection — from his warm interactions with fans to memorable moments shared with Sri Lankan celebrities...
Read MoreOctober 21 , 2025 / LuxuryFacts
Located inside City of Dreams Sri Lanka, a joint venture between John Keells Holdings and Melco Resorts & Entertainment, NÜWA blends eastern culture with western touches for a scintillating experience...
Read MoreSeptember 23, 2025 / ADAderana
Arjun Rampal added a touch of star power to Colombo during his stay at NÜWA, the ultra-luxury hotel at City of Dreams Sri Lanka. Fans enjoyed a rare chance to meet him, making his visit a memorable highlight....
Read MoreSeptember 15, 2025 / Yogonet
When City of Dreams Sri Lanka opened its doors on 2 August 2025, it added South Asia’s first integrated resort to Colombo’s growing skyline. The project has a model that combines ultra-luxury accommodation, large-scale gaming, curated dining, shopping, and entertainment under one roof...
Read MoreAugust 26, 2025 / Reuter
COLOMBO, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Tourists have long flocked to Sri Lanka for its pristine beaches, wildlife safaris and ancient Buddhist sites. Now, its first Marxist president is betting on casinos to attract high-rollers from India and China and usher in the next wave of foreign inflows...
Read MoreAugust 2025 / CNT
Sri Lanka has long been an attractive location with its alluring mix of tropical beauty, cultural depth, and timeless charm. At the heart of this vibrant nation is Colombo, the capital city that was once a colonial port. Now a cosmopolitan hub, it is a kaleidoscope of modernity and tradition. The city adds a new chapter to its story with City of Dreams Sri Lanka—a landmark that signals a reimagining of luxury, entertainment, and business tourism ...
Read MoreAugust 19, 2025 / COD SL
Colombo has always been the beating heart of Sri Lanka, a city where history, culture, and commerce collide in a vibrant rhythm. Its colonial charm, bustling streets, and evolving skyline reflect a place that’s constantly in motion, where tradition holds strong even as modernity reshapes the horizon.
With the arrival of City of Dreams, this energy has been transformed into something even more extraordinary, a landmark destination that captures the essence of Colombo and ...
August 19, 2025 / COD SL
A landmark where Sri Lankan heritage meets cosmopolitan energy—luxury hotels, elevated dining, curated retail, wellness, events, and a world‑class casino in one destination.
Colombo is a city of contrasts, where centuries‑old temples sit alongside sleek skyscrapers, and the charm of its colonial heritage merges with the pulse of a fast‑evolving cosmopolitan scene. At the heart of this energy stands City of Dreams, a landmark that has redefined luxury, entertainment, and hospitality in Sri Lanka.
August 14 2025
In this video, Irfan and his friend Taj explore the most luxurious hotel in Sri Lanka. They showcase the stunning rooms, indulge in the exquisite food, and share their fantastic experiences throughout their visit.
Watch on YouTubeAugust 13, 2025 / The Hindu
City of Dreams Sri Lanka, the recently-launched integrated resort in Colombo, offers a range of experiences — think restaurants and bars, luxury hotels, shopping promenades — under one roof, also capturing the Sri Lankan spirit in its food, art, and architecture...
Read MoreAugust 2025
A powerful episode exploring Sri Lanka's vibrant Thai Pongal festival honoring Lord Muruga, the historic opening of South Asia's first integrated resort "City of Dreams"..
Watch on YouTubeAugust 9, 2025
An authentically non-elitist leader who broke the caste-class barrier in 1988, President Ranasinghe Premadasa..
View on InstagramAugust 4, 2025 / EnB Sri Lanka
City of Dreams Sri Lanka rolled out the red carpet on Friday (1), the first evening of its grand opening, with an event graced by President Anura Kumara Disanayake and attended by a cohort of local and international dignitaries.
Read MoreAugust 4, 2025 / Divaina
ජෝන් කීල්ස් ව්යාපාර සමූහයේ සභාපති ක්රිෂාන් බාලේන්ද්ර, මෙල්කෝ රිසෝට් ඇන්ඩ් එන්ටර්ටේන්මන්ඩ් සභාපති හා ප්රධාන විධායක ලෝරන්ස් හෝ යන මහත්වරු ද මෙහි වෙති. එහි හෝටල් සංකීර්ණය විනෝදාස්වාද හා කැසිනෝ කලාපය විවෘත කිරීම බොලිවුඩ් සුපිරි නළු රිතික් රෝෂන් ඇතුළු අමුත්තන් අතින් සිදුවිය.
Read MoreAugust 4, 2025 / Daily FT
City of Dreams Sri Lanka rolled out the red carpet on Friday (1), the first evening of its grand opening, with an event graced by President Anura Kumara Disanayake and attended by a cohort of local and international dignitaries.
Read MoreAugust 4, 2025 / Ceylon Today
City of Dreams Sri Lanka rolled out the red carpet on the first evening of its grand opening, with an event graced by His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and attended by a cohort of local and international dignitaries.
Read MoreAugust 3, 2025 / Ada Derana
ශ්ශ්රී ලාංකේය ආර්ථික සංවර්ධනයේ සුවිශේෂී සන්ධිස්ථානයක් සනිටුහන් කරන City of Dreams Sri Lanka සමාරම්භක අවස්ථාව සඳහා පසුගියදා ජනාධිපති අනුර කුමාර දිසානායක මහතා සහභාගී විය. City of Dreams Sri Lanka rolled out the red carpet on the first evening of its grand opening, with an event graced by...
Read MoreAugust 3, 2025 / Dinamina
ශ්ශ්රී ලංකාව තුළ මෙතෙක් ඉදිවූ විශාලතම ආයෝජන ව්යාපෘතිය මෙන්ම දකුණු ආසියාවේ පළමු ඒකාබද්ධ හෝටල් සංකීර්ණය City of Dreams Sri Lanka (COD SL) හි ඊයේ (01) පැවැති ආරම්භක අවස්ථාව හා රාත්රී භෝජන සංග්රහයට ජනාධිපති අනුර කුමාර දිසානායක මහතා ද සහභාගී විය.
Read MoreAugust 3, 2025 / Ada Derana
ශ්රී ලාංකේය ආර්ථික සංවර්ධනයේ සුවිශේෂී සන්ධිස්ථානයක් සනිටුහන් කරන City of Dreams Sri Lanka සමාරම්භක අවස්ථාව සඳහා පසුගියදා ජනාධිපති අනුර කුමාර දිසානායක මහතා සහභාගී විය. මෙම අති උත්කර්ෂවත් අවස්ථාව සඳහා ජෝන් කීල්ස් සමූහයේ සභාපති ක්රිෂාන් බාලේන්ද්ර, Melco Resorts & Entertainment හි සභාපති සහ ප්රධාන ...
Read MoreAugust 2, 2025 / Sri Lanka Mirror
City of Dreams Sri Lanka rolled out the red carpet on the first evening of its grand opening, with an event graced by His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and attended by a cohort of local and international dignitaries.
Read MoreAugust 2, 2025 / Ceylon Business Reporter
City of Dreams Sri Lanka rolled out the red carpet on the first evening of its grand opening, with an event graced by His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and attended by a cohort of local and international dignitaries.
Read MoreAugust 2025
A powerful episode exploring Sri Lanka's vibrant Thai Pongal festival honoring Lord Muruga, the historic opening of South Asia's first integrated resort "City of Dreams"...
Watch on YouTubeAugust 2025
Last week, Colombo streets came alive in a dazzling celebration of devotion honoring Lord Muruga. Beautifully decorated Chariots rolled out, bills rang and cardi dancers swayed in sacred rhythm. With pierced skin and open hearts, devotees paid the March to the veil, a powerful symbol of faith, penance and cultural pride since 1847.
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August 2025
The City of Dreams, a $1 billion project by John Keells Holdings and Melco Resorts, has opened — marking a transformational moment for Sri Lanka's economy, tourism, and global image. Designed by Cecil..
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