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Experience world-class service at The Fortress Resort & Spa

The Fortress is located along the beach, on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. It offers spacious accommodation, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Wi-Fi and on-site parking are free. The Fortress is a 15-minute drive from Unawatuna and a 20-minute drive from Galle. Koggala Airport and Koggala Lake are about 5 km away. The resort has luxurious accommodation featuring a mixture of modern and colonial architecture. All rooms are air-conditioned and have private balconies. They are well-equipped with facilities like flat-screen TV and a minibar. The Fortress offers a fully equipped fitness centre. Guests can relax at the Ayurvedic lounge and enjoy massages and spa treatments. The hotel’s sauna and hot tub are other great relaxation options. Guests can enjoy authentic Sri Lankan specialities and Mediterranean dishes at the restaurants. The hotel offers great outdoor dining experience as well. Exotic cocktails and a nice wine selection are also available. Enjoy fresh seafood, overlooking the Indian Ocean at Salty Snapper Seafood restaurant

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

    • Free private parking available on-site

    • Activities:

    • Fitness centre

    • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Fishing


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 futon bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
and
1 futon bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mustafa
    India India
    We loved the pool. So relaxing. The spa and the massages were also absolutely amazing. Special mentions to staff members samantha, laksiri, druzell who really did a great job.
  • Suraj
    India India
    Highly recommended, the staff and the service was excellent , very courteous , the property is outstanding
  • Dee
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I was very happy with my stay at The Fortress, my friends and I had an amazing time and I have to mention the Exceptional service by the staff!! We cannot wait to be back. Hospitality done at its best!
  • Ashvant
    India India
    Great location in Koggala, beautiful property, pool and very friendly staff. Loved that they had a sauna and steam room and loaded gym.
  • Amrita
    India India
    Beautiful property. Lovely pool. Comfortable room, except for the open plan bathroom, which we got used to. Good food. Excellent hospitality. Would love to go back anytime.
  • Erangi
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful property and amazing hospitality. Its so peaceful and calm , has a boutique luxurious feel and well worth the price.
  • Yasmin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The setting was absolutely beautiful. Everywhere you went in the hotel was stunning. The pool and restaurant area were very lovely and relaxing. The breakfast was ELITE. The bedrooms were absolutely breathtaking, honestly this was a highlight. The...
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    There was a big tree outside our room So blocked the sun and view to sea Not what you want really when you have booked a sea/ beach view room
  • Karin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very relaxing, quiet, very attentive staff , good food fabulous breakfast.
  • Charles
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Think this is undoubtedly one of the finest hotels I have ever stayed at - superb

Property surroundings

Restaurants

3 restaurants on site
  • White
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Duo
    • Cuisine
      Local • Asian • International • European
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Salty Snapper
    • Cuisine
      Seafood
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Fortress Resort & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Cot upon request
Free
5 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
US$21 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Extra person policy of the resort is;

USD 80 per adult per night inclusive of taxes and breakfast

USD 21 per child per night inclusive of taxes and breakfast (3 – 11 years)

Children below 2 years will be free of charge.

Early check in and late checkout can be pre-booked upon contacting the hotel reservations team directly.

Personal babysitting service can be pre-booked at USD 10 per hour.

Please note that a valid credit should be submitted at the time of booking and the name of the credit card holder must be the same as the guest's name and original credit card must be presented to the hotel on arrival. The name on the presented credit card must also match the name on the presented identification card / passport.

The property does not accept third-party credit card payments.

For safety reasons, guests who fail to present the same credit card used to guarantee the booking, will be kindly asked to settle the payment again upon arrival by cash or a new credit card and the deposit charged from the submitted credit card at the time of booking will be refunded to the same credit card.

Please note that there's a mandatory Gala Dinner Supplements for 24th & 31st December for Extra Beds & Children are as follows:

- USD 155 per adult and USD 78 per child between 3 - 11 years applicable on 24th December

- USD 205 per adult and USD 102 per child between 3 - 11 years applicable on 31st December

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