The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle

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Scored 9
Rated superb

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Experience world-class service at The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle

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
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • 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

Options with:

  • Sea view

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Fitness centre

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Fishing

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Ocean Room
We have 2 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 1 sofa bed

Features great views of the ocean, high ceilings and a split-level seating area.

Room
753 feet²
Balcony
Sea View
Airconditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Safety deposit box
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
Max persons: 2
US$612 per night
Original price
US$2,884.20
Late Escape Deal
- US$865.26
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$2,018.94
US$612 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: 2.5 % government tax, 18 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast US$15
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$647 per night
Original price
US$3,049.20
Late Escape Deal
- US$914.76
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$2,134.44
US$647 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
30% off
30% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: 2.5 % government tax, 18 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Beach Room
  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 1 sofa bed

Enjoys a beachfront location and features a spa bathtub.

Room
753 feet²
Sea View
Airconditioning
Patio
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Max persons: 2
US$793 per night
Original price
US$3,738.90
Late Escape Deal
- US$1,121.67
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$2,617.23
US$793 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
30% off
30% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: 2.5 % government tax, 18 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
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Fortress Residence Suite
  • Bedroom 1: 1 extra-large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 single beds and 1 futon 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.

Private suite
2583 feet²
Private Pool
Balcony
Sea View
Airconditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee Machine
Mini-bar
Max persons: 2
US$2,295 per night
Original price
US$10,820.70
Late Escape Deal
- US$3,246.21
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$7,574.49
US$2,295 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
30% off
30% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: 2.5 % government tax, 18 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Frederic
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Amazing location facing the sea. Beautiful and tasteful hotel. Perfect.”
Amanda
Australia Australia
“Amazing building, very large rooms and impeccable service. Everything was great. We would definitely stay here again.”
Sameera
India India
“Live the location, hospitality, pool, food, rooms.”
Dannielle
Jersey Jersey
“Everything from the entrance staff to the sunbed staff reception, restaurant, and house keeping, everyone was lovely and professional! The bed was the best bed I’ve ever slept in! Overall my stay was amazing!”
Rebecca
Australia Australia
“This place is sensational!! The service, the food, the views!!! Amazing”
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.”

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  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
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    Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
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House rules

The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle 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.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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
Extra bed upon request
US$20 per child, per night
Cot always available
Free
5 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
US$20 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 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.
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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