Marine Bay Colombo has been named the Gold Winner in the Leading City Hotel (40 Rooms below) category at the 10th edition of South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026. The Silver Winners of the category were: Platinum Residence By SHELTECH,  Aabas Pokhara.

Held at Barceló Nasandhura Malé, the milestone SATA 2026 Grand Gala brought together leading tourism and hospitality professionals from across South Asia and the region.

About Marine Bay Colombo 

Situated along Marine Drive in Colpetty, Colombo, Marine Bay Colombo offers guests direct access to Bambalapitiya Beach and panoramic Indian Ocean views. The property features 46 air-conditioned accommodations, ranging from Standard and Deluxe options to Premium Balcony Sea View rooms and spacious family suites. Key amenities include an on-site multi-cuisine restaurant, popular high tea buffets, 24-hour front desk support, laundry services, and self-parking. Positioned as a stylish yet accessible coastal retreat near central Colombo's commercial hubs and key attractions.

About Platinum Residence By SHELTECH 

Situated in Sector 4 of Uttara, Dhaka, Platinum Residence by SHELTECH is a boutique property 10 minutes from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. It features 30 air-conditioned rooms with private balconies, an on-site restaurant, fitness center, meeting space, and airport shuttle service. Positioned as a secure, upscale retreat, it provides convenient hospitality tailored for business and transit travelers. 

About Aabas Pokhara 

Situated near the vibrant Lakeside area in Pokhara, Nepal, Aabas Pokhara offers cozy guest rooms, an outdoor rooftop pool with mountain views, an on-site restaurant, and private parking. Positioned as a serene boutique retreat near Phewa Lake, it blends modern comforts with warm Nepali hospitality for both leisure and business travelers. 

SATA 2026 Partners include: 

1. Host Partner – Barceló Nasandhura Malé

2. Destination Partner – Visit Maldives Corporation 

3. Platinum Partner – Gulf Craft Maldives

4. Gold Partner – Hawks Pvt Ltd

5. Gold Partner – Allied Insurance Company of the Maldives 

6. Beverage Partner – Nescafe

7.Silver Partner – Velana International Airport

8. Silver Partner – Marine Vibe

9. Silver Partner – Pro AC

10. Digital Partner – Dhiraagu 

11. Printing Partner – Print Lab Creative

12. Hospitality Partner – Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan (Bangladesh)

13. Hospitality Partner – Hulhule Island Hotel (Maldives)

14. Hospitality Partner – Zhiwaling Heritage (Bhutan)

15. Hospitality Partner –  Aarya Hotel & Spa (Nepal)

16. Hospitality Partner – Sheraton Grand Bangalore at Brigade Gateway (India)

17. Hospitality Partner – Cinnamon Grand Colombo (Sri Lanka)

About SATA

The South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) is an annual platform celebrating excellence across the travel, tourism and hospitality industries in South Asia. The awards recognise outstanding hotels, resorts, travel companies, tourism organisations and industry professionals for their achievements and contributions to the region's tourism sector.

For more information, please visit: www.southasiantravelawards.com