THE FORTRESS RESORT & SPA

Location

The hotel is located right next to Koggala beach near the Sri Lankan port of Galle, which is home to the UNESCO world heritage listed Dutch Fort and the Dutch Reform Church. Koggala is a small beach village with its own cultural centre in the form of the fascinating Museum of Folk, Art and Culture. Guests may enjoy taking a boat trip on the lagoon and Kogggala Lake to see the surrounding small islands, famous for their fantastic bird watching. Its proximity to the picturesque Lake Koggala means that guests have the opportunity of coming to the hotel by seaplane, which is a truly impressive experience. The hotel is located some 140 kilometres from Colombo International Airport (CMB). The train station is some 10 km away.

Facilities

49 rooms are available to guests at this resort, which includes a reception desk. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. There are a number of shops, including a souvenir shop. The grounds of the complex feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Other services include a babysitting service (for a fee), a childcare service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel doctor. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service (for a fee) to explore the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available.

Rooms

Air conditioning and a fan ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms include a king-size bed. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a TV, a radio, a DVD player and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a whirlpool bath. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are available for daily use. The resort has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. A wide range of sports are available, including water sports such as windsurfing, catamaraning, snorkelling, diving and aquafit or, for a fee, sailing. Sports enthusiasts are also offered a wide range of indoor activities, including a gym, badminton, billiards, yoga and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the resort, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon, massage treatments and Ayurveda treatments. Guests of all ages have the opportunity to enjoy a fun entertainment programme. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2023. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971

Meals

Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a dining room, a café and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board, full board and all-inclusive. All-inclusive holidaymakers enjoy special extras like snacks, in addition to a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. A generous breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner offer plenty of delicious variety. Gluten-free meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request. The show cooking is a particularly special attraction.

Payment

The complex accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.

Address: Koggala Beach, P.O. Box 126, Galle, Koggala 80000, Sri Lanka

Phone: +94914380909