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The Fortress Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Koggala beachfront hotel with 3 restaurants and outdoor pool

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Children's play area - outdoor
Garden
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Beach Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Babysitting
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $320
includes taxes & fees
$271 per night
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2025

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Beach Splash Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Beach Splash Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Frette Italian linens
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Ocean Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Ocean Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Ocean Loft Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

Ocean Loft Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 1507 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Beach Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Fortress Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Fortress Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Fortress Residence Suite | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Fortress Residence Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 2583 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Habaraduwa, Koggala, Galle

What's nearby

  • Koggala Beach - 2 min walk
  • Martin Wickramsinghe Folk Museum - 2 min walk
  • Koggala Lake - 16 min walk
  • Kabalana Beach - 2 min drive
  • Unawatuna Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 129 min drive
  • Midigama Railway Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wijaya Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Ahangama - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Kip - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lamana - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Marshmellow Beach Cafe & Surf School - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Fortress Resort & Spa

The Fortress Resort & Spa is a great choice for your beach stay in Koggala, putting you near activities like snorkeling and windsurfing. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, and mani/pedis. White, one of 3 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a poolside bar, a health club, and a fitness center.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at The Fortress Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All à la carte meals and snacks included

Languages

English, Russian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 53 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Yoga classes
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2008
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Health club
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Colonial architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

White - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Salty Snapper - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Duo - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 155
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 78 (from 5 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 205
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 100 (from 5 to 11 years old)

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 12 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 80.0 per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Fortress Koggala
Fortress Resort
Fortress Resort Koggala
The Fortress Hotel Koggala
Fortress Sri Lanka
Fortress Hotel Galle
Fortress Galle
The Fortress Resort Spa

Frequently asked questions

Does The Fortress Resort & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Fortress Resort & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Fortress Resort & Spa?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Fortress Resort & Spa?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Fortress Resort & Spa?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Fortress Resort & Spa?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at The Fortress Resort & Spa and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and snorkeling. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. The Fortress Resort & Spa also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Fortress Resort & Spa?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine.
What's the area around The Fortress Resort & Spa like?
The Fortress Resort & Spa is a short 2-minute walk from Koggala Beach and 16 minutes' walk from Koggala Lake.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beachfront beautiful hotel with friendly staff.
Dharshani, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel oozes class in Koggala
This hotel oozes class from the moment you walk through the door Rooms are lovely Staff are incredible Pool area idilic Food really good and nothing is too much trouble. We went out of season following our son’s cricket tour and this is a lovely base. We booked months ago and I should have checked the rates when I arrived as I had free cancellation. If I had have done I would have saved 55% on what I would have paid as the hotel had a huge discount . The hotel is having major refurb work done whilst we have been here but to be honest I haven’t really noticed.
Pillow menu 😂
Pool area
Bathroom of a sea vie room
View from the 1st floor room
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just Amazing, it was the perfect environment to unwind and relax after a busy couple of weeks. I ended my vacation to Sri Lanka at the Fortress and I loved it. The staff service was exceptional, food was so delicious, I wish I had more room to enjoy more of it!! I can’t wait to come back with my family and friends. Thank you for your hospitality.
Ashini, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This may be the first time I've given a 10/10 review. I can't fault this property - the room, the staff, the food plus so much more were all fantastic. Even the beach also gets a 10/10 for being a long and quiet stretch without 'on the beach restaurants'. Totally peaceful. The Fortress was recommended to me by a friend and I look forward to passing it on and to coming back myself.
Ife, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Resort and really amazing staff. My family thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Thank your Fortress staff for making it a memorable trip
Sunil, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Among stay and very friendly
Mohammad, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding....deserves high rating!
Really superb property. Even though it has a heritage look, it's relatively newly built, so very comfortable, even if lacking in authenticity. Stunning location right by sea, but nothing outside to do, within walking distance. Bed so comfortable, fabulous view and nice restaurant area, with good breakfast. It wasn't clear to me until I was checking. out if there was a 'natural' pool in the coral area or was it just the swimming pool they said to use, as not allowed to swim in sea due to waves (fair advice). If there is a natural pool safe for swimming they should let guests know as I would have liked to swim in the sea and not just the pool. Perfectly clean and staff super responsive. Bath very nice but shower had very low water pressure. Highly recommend if you want somewhere comfortable and quiet. Not a lively resort with activities, but a true chill out spot by nature. Loved listening to waves from balcony in evening. Would love to return some day!
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Large style beach resort. Very good dining and drink options across the 3 restaurants. Initially stayed in a room with a plunge pool which was too humid for our liking but had a half day's stay in another room upstairs without a pool and it was very nice with great views of the facility, pool and ocean.
Stuart, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We love The Fortress
Our third stay at the Fortress, it never disappoints. Beautiful hotel and grounds, food is amazing with full menu room service. Can sit on a sun lounge at high tide and watch turtles feeding in the ocean in front of you or release baby turtles from the hatchery on site. What sets it apart is the service, our son is 5 and was so well cared for by the staff.
Justin, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Angela, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great property and beautiful location with lots to do in the vicinity The only negative is just one restaurant so u get limited in choice otherwise great service
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

old property needs full makeover no longer 5 stars in my opinion
6-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

amazing service and location. beautiful sunrise and sunset environment
Jack, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay
The Fortress is a very special place in a magical area.
Andre, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice external features and food & beverage offering. The rooms are also nice/spacious, but a little damp
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Amazing sea front property with nice rustic design
Amazing property with infinity pool and great proximity to sea. Nice big rooms with great comfort and rustic interiors. Unique design of the room and bathroom within. While not of much beach area and not recommended for any sea sports. However the Welingama beach is a great beach and great for sea sports.
Saurin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Crystal Clear Ocean Water and Spotless Beaches
One of the best hotels in all of Sri Lanka! The facility is extremely intimate, personal and peaceful. The rooms and decor are beautiful and modern. The ocean water was crystal blue and extremely clean. The area of Koggala is very quiet and serene. I high recommened this hotel!
Joanne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Best Resort in all of South Sri Lanka
This is the place Hotel in all of the South of Sri Lanka! The staff was suberb, the place was spotless and very relaxing!
Joanne, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best Hotel in Southern Sri Lanka!!!
This is the best hotel in the South of Sri Lanka! The staff is top notch, very professional, very kind and very genuine. One could not ask for a more peaceful place. Thank you!
Joanne, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful relaxing weekend! I loved it!
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely position. Extremely comfortable and luxurious rooms. Plenty of space for everyone. Lovely pool. Very kind attentive staff but service slow and not much personality to the dining area. Breakfast and fish buffet marvellous
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beachfront Beauty
Excellent beach front location. We had a last minute booking so unfortunately no view from the room. Great bath tub. Spa service was outstanding. Great place to relax. Always chairs available round the pool. Service very attentive
2-night romance trip
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