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A fusion of Dutch and Portuguese styles, The Fortress is stylish, luxurious and right on the beach.
Close to the fortified city of Galle, this small beachfront hotel echoes the city’s charming architecture with immense gates, white-washed walls and an extensive courtyard. This is the focal point of the resort, with many people enjoying the cooler air and pretty gardens located within. Here you’ll also find the spa, known for its range of Ayurvedic treatments and water therapies.
Why we love The Fortress Resort & Spa
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It’s right on the beach for lazy days, but close enough to Galle for shopping, eating and sightseeing
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A member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, it comes with world-class service, fabulous cuisine and a superb spa
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Some of the rooms have indoor plunge pools with views of the beach and are well worth the upgrade
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The carefully curated list of eco, cultural and indulgent experiences includes a visit to the resort’s sea turtle hatchery
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The Fortress Resort & Spa
From £1,175 per person
- 7 nights
- Board Basis - Room & Breakfast
- 7 nights The Fortress Resort & Spa (Courtyard Room)
- Fly with Sri Lanka Airlines from London Heathrow
- Flights available from other UK airports - contact us for details
- Based on selected June 2026 departures
The Fortress Resort & Spa
From £1,775 per person
- 21 nights
- Board Basis - Room & Breakfast
- 21 nights The Fortress Resort & Spa (Courtyard Room)
- Fly with Sri Lanka Airlines from London Heathrow
- Flights available from other UK airports - contact us for details
- Based on selected June 2026 departures
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Rooms
The 53 rooms are spacious and modern and some even come with a private plunge pool. Courtyard Rooms have a small seating area with no views, or a balcony facing a wall. Beach Rooms are on the ground floor with direct access to the pool and beach area. We highly recommend upgrading to an Ocean Room or a Beach Room for great views.
On the ground floor with a small seating area or on the first floor, facing the wall. We strongly recommend upgrading to an Ocean Room or Beach Room for better views.
- air-conditioning
- king-sized bed
- television
- minibar*
- telephone
- tea and coffee facilities (espresso machine)
- ceiling fan
- bath and shower
- balcony/terrace
- 70m²
On upper floors overlooking the ocean.
- air-conditioning
- king-sized bed
- sofa bed
- television
- minibar*
- telephone
- tea and coffee facilities (espresso machine given on request)
- ceiling fan
- bath and shower
- balcony
- 65m²
On the ground floor with direct access to the pool and beach.
- air-conditioning
- king-sized bed
- sofa bed
- television
- minibar*
- telephone
- tea and coffee facilities (espresso machine given on request*)
- ceiling fan
- Jacuzzi bath and shower
- terrace
- 65m²
Situated on the upper floor with direct ocean views from the room and your balcony.
- air-conditioning
- king-sized bed
- sofa bed
- television
- minibar*
- telephone
- tea and coffee facilities
- ceiling fan
- deep soaking bathtub
- rain shower
- balcony
- 65m²
On the ground floor with a private veranda and easy access to the resort gardens and sandy beach.
- air-conditioning
- king-sized bed
- sofa bed
- television
- minibar*
- telephone
- tea and coffee facilities
- ceiling fan
- deep soaking bathtub
- rain shower
- balcony
- Wi-Fi
- 65m²
The most luxurious room category with private butler service.
- air-conditioning
- king-sized four-poster bed
- television
- minibar*
- telephone
- tea and coffee facilities (espresso machine)
- ceiling fan
- Jacuzzi bath and both rainfall and wall showers
- balcony
- private infinity-edge pool
- butler service
- 240m²
Facilities
Dining here is paired with stunning Indian Ocean views because great food always deserves a great backdrop. Dig into Sri Lankan classics and global comfort dishes at The Terrace. Craving something a bit different? Head to Itameshi, where Italy and Japan team up in the most delicious way possible. The Time Out Bar is the perfect spot to grab a glass of your favourite drink and watch the sun put on its nightly masterpiece.
The Terrace
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the main restaurant offers a whole new take on Sri Lankan cuisine. You can watch the chefs in action at the show kitchen and enjoy fresh seafood, speciality deserts and amazing local dishes with a touch of Asian flair.
Itameshi
Fusion menu bringing together rich Italian cuisine and refine Japanese flavours. This intimate, one-of-a-kind restaurant is in the resort’s wine cellar, with its walls lined with racks housing an array of bottles, including rare vintages and great classics.
Time Out Bar
Unwind with a cocktail in hand and relax to the rhythm of the waves and watch the sunset paint the backdrop.
The homemade ice creams at Salty Snapper are irresistible – be sure to try the flavour based on the spicy coconut relish called ‘pol sambol’ which really shouldn’t work but does.
What's Included
Breakfast at The Terrace.
Upgrade Options
All Inclusive • Breakfast, lunch and dinner at The Terrace • Selected wines, soft drinks, spirits, local beers and bottled water from 11am-11pm • Daily afternoon high tea • Daily sundown cocktail • Entry to the cultural show • Farewell destination dinner • Minibar refilled daily • Wi-Fi • Yoga classes.
Offering a collection of international treatments, but specialising in traditional Ayurvedic remedies, the spa at The Fortress is a sanctum of rest and relaxation. Ayurveda not only addresses bodily issues but also those of the mind and spirit to ensure a more complete sense of well-being. Relax in one of the six spa suites or enjoy the steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi or vitality showers. Yoga sessions take place in a dedicated pavilion.
The modern fitness centre has a good selection of cardio and weight training equipment such as cross-trainers and multi-stations, along with free weights and ab benches. Afterwards, you can relax your muscles in the steam room.
The Fortress has its own sea turtle conservation program to help protect the local population of endangered native species. All the ingredients in the restaurants are sourced as locally as possible, including from the hotel’s own organic herb garden. There is an on-site wastewater treatment plant, with the cleaned water used to irrigate the gardens. To support the local creative community, the hotel displays and sells handicrafts and artworks by traditional artisans.
There are sofabeds in some of the rooms, activities for all the family, a babysitting service and a kids’ area in the main pool.
Minimum stay: 4 nights 25 Dec-07 Jan.
Compulsory Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve gala dinners, supplements apply.
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All Hotels in Galle
- Galle
- 5 Star
A distinctively designed eco-friendly hotel offering guests a glorious waterfront setting and welcoming service.
Price based on:
- 7 nights from £1,221 p/p
- 2 adults
- Bed and Breakfast
- Return flights from London Heathrow
- Transfers included
- Travel on Wednesday 22nd April 2026
- Galle
- 4.5 Star
A former merchant’s house turned charming boutique hotel, arranged around a lovely open-air central courtyard.
Price based on:
- 7 nights from £1,776 p/p
- 2 adults
- Bed and Breakfast
- Return flights from London Heathrow
- Transfers included
- Travel on Wednesday 6th May 2026
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