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The Fortress Resort & Spa
Boutique Beach Hotel
Our Rating
9.4
The Fortress Resort & Spa, a luxurious five-star boutique retreat on Sri Lanka's southern coast, blends Dutch and Portuguese architectural influences with Sri Lankan motifs, offering 53 rooms and direct beach access as a proud member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
Each of the 53 spacious rooms and suites exudes sensual elegance, featuring air-conditioned comfort, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and private balconies with ocean or garden views. Private bathrooms with premium toiletries and modern-colonial design create a refined haven, harmonizing Old Ceylon charm with contemporary sophistication.
Dining at The Fortress is a culinary delight, with White offering a reimagined take on Sri Lankan cuisine, featuring fresh seafood and Asian-inspired dishes crafted in a show kitchen. Salty Snapper, by the pool and beach, serves light fare like salads, wood-fired pizzas, and seafood, while Duo provides an intimate wine cellar dining experience surrounded by rare vintages. T Lounge crafts Ceylon tea, tea-infused cocktails, and afternoon tea in an open-air setting with sea views. The spa specializes in Ayurvedic therapies across six luxurious suites, complemented by a steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, and vitality showers. A modern fitness centre, yoga pavilion, and curated eco-friendly experiences, like visits to the sea turtle hatchery, enhance the stay. Two outdoor pools and versatile event spaces ensure seamless relaxation and gatherings.
Located a 15-minute drive from Unawatuna, 20 minutes from Galle, and 5 kilometers from Koggala Airport and Koggala Lake, The Fortress Resort & Spa offers effortless access to Galle Fort's UNESCO heritage sites and the vibrant southern coast.
Available Board
All Inclusive · Full Board · Half Board · Breakfast · Room Only
Rooms & Suites
Courtyard Room
- Free WiFi
- Fan
- Toilet Paper
- Balcony
- Inner Courtyard View
- Air Conditioning
- Patio
- Attached Bathroom
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Flat-screen TV
- Drying Rack For Clothing
- Towels
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Refrigerator
- Linens
- Streaming Service
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One king bed, One futon bed
Fitted with a private balcony, this air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV and a mini-bar.
Ocean Room
- Free WiFi
- Fan
- Toilet Paper
- Sea View
- Balcony
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Sofa
- Drying Rack For Clothing
- Towels
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Refrigerator
- Linens
- Streaming Service
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Sofa Bed
- Telephone
- Shower
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One king bed, One sofa bed
Features great views of the ocean, high ceilings and a split-level seating area.
Beach Room
- Free WiFi
- Fan
- Toilet Paper
- Sea View
- Air Conditioning
- Patio
- Attached Bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Sofa
- Drying Rack For Clothing
- Towels
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Terrace
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Refrigerator
- Linens
- Streaming Service
- Entire Unit Located On Ground Floor
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Sofa Bed
- Telephone
- Shower
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One king bed, One sofa bed
Enjoys a beachfront location and features a spa bathtub.
Fortress Residence Suite
- Free WiFi
- Fan
- Toilet Paper
- Sea View
- Private Pool
- Balcony
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Bathrobe
- Coffee Machine
- Safe
- Dining Table
- Flat-screen TV
- Sofa
- Drying Rack For Clothing
- Towels
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Refrigerator
- Linens
- Streaming Service
- Minibar
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Dining Area
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One futon bed, Two twin beds, One king bed
Luxurious suite features a spacious living and dining area, balcony and a private pool. Facilities include a fridge, LCD satellite TV with Bose sound system and iPod dock. 24-hour butler service is available.
General Facilities
Activities
- Aerobics
- Live Sport Events (broadcast)
- Live Music/Performance
- Cooking Class
- Tour Or Class About Local Culture
- Happy Hour
- Themed Dinner Nights
- Bike Tours
- Walking Tours
- Beach
- Evening Entertainment
- Kids' Club
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Windsurfing
- Billiards
- Fishing
- Golf Course (within 3 Km)
Wellness
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Fitness/Spa Locker Rooms
- Fitness Classes
- Yoga Classes
- Fitness
- Massage Chair
- Full Body Massage
- Hand Massage
- Head Massage
- Couples Massage
- Foot Massage
- Neck Massage
- Back Massage
- Spa/Wellness Packages
- Foot Bath
- Spa Lounge/Relaxation Area
- Steam Room
- Light Therapy
- Body Scrub
- Body Treatments
- Hair Styling
- Hair Colouring
- Hair Cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair Treatments
- Make Up Services
- Waxing Services
- Facial Treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun Umbrellas
- Sun Loungers Or Beach Chairs
- Hot Tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Spa And Wellness Centre
- Fitness Centre
- Sauna
General
- Private Check-in/Check-out
- Concierge Service
- Luggage Storage
- Tour Desk
- Currency Exchange
- Express Check-in/Check-out
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Daily Housekeeping
- Trouser Press
- Ironing Service
- Laundry
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business Centre
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
Hotel Reviews
Sleep Quality Location Rooms Service Value Cleanliness
Excellent experience. After 2 months travelling, we spent two weeks here. Amazing service and food. Laksiri (pool attendant) was superb. He kept the pool clean and the crows away! He also reared and...
We spent two weeks here and loved every minute of it. The rooms are incredibly comfortable and are cleaned twice daily. The food is excellent. The service is amazing. In particular, Irosh, one of the...
The whole experience from arriving at the Fortress through to the staff friendliness and the food was excellent throughout the stay and would recommend anyone to stay
Lovely room and thank you for the birthday treats.Staff very helpful.
Average Weather
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