The Fortress Resort & Spa
The Fortress Resort & Spa
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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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- 3 restaurants
- Bar
Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 extra-large double bed and 1 futon bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 futon bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 extra-large double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds and 1 futon bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Charles
United Kingdom“Think this is undoubtedly one of the finest hotels I have ever stayed at - superb” 
Henning
Qatar“top room from size, bed very large and good mattress, bathroom also large great breakfast with local food like hoppers, string hoppers, fresh fruits dinner also great especially the seafood nights room cleaners amazing , creative with towel...”
Trudy
Australia“Amazing. Location and pool is a dream and the staff can’t do enough for you. Very central.”
Nigel United Kingdom“It was outstanding ,room . Dinning area ,gym., pool and location . Truly 5 star”- John United Kingdom“Beach side location, well appointed room with spa bath and big walk-in shower.”
- Claire United Kingdom“Fabulous service. Very attentive & helpful. Cheerful & pleasant staff. Rooms are very spacious. Ocean view rooms are wonderful. Beach is a long stretch of perfect sand. Spa treatments very good.”
- Prashanie United Kingdom“Absolutely stunning - old charm maintained with all the modern comforts you’ll need”
- Hans
Germany“Great staff, stunning pool and location at the edge of the ocean.” 
Jadie United Kingdom“Was breathtaking. So beautiful, great staff and right on the beach. Rooms are amazing too”- Gihani
Sri Lanka“Massive property overlooking the beach. The room was huge with ample space. The staff were exceptional. Always smiling and happy to help. We felt so welcome. We had the breakfast buffet and the Sri Lankan options were top notch!”
Property surroundings
Restaurants3 restaurants on site
- White
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Duo
- CuisineLocal • Asian • International • European
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Salty Snapper
- CuisineSeafood
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Resort facilities of The Fortress Resort & SpaGreat facilities! Review score, 9.4
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- 3 restaurants
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Aerobics
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Kids' club
- SnorkellingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingAdditional chargeOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Billiards
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Video
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
Reception services
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centreAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Soundproof rooms
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
- 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
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Languages spoken
- English
House rulesThe Fortress Resort & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!
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
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.
The fine printNeed-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
