The Fortress Sri Lanka

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"'The Fortress feels very different from its rivals along the coast: mercifully, there’s not a planter’s chair in sight…..they’ve fitted it out in a style they term `naturally modern’. This translates as traditional architecture teamed with all mod cons….. The verdict? Well, it’s all pretty amazing although, especially for the Luddites among us, all that gadgetry could be seen as little more than gimmickry. Yes, there’s a lot of state-of-the-art window-dressing, but at the Fortress that’s more the icing on the cake than the cake itself. The hotel "
Ruby Millington, Travel Sri Lanka, Vol 4 No 5
January 1900 More »
The Fortress, Koggala
Price Guide: ££££££
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Location
The Fortress is a new boutique hotel perched at the edge of a beautiful stretch of beach in Koggala, only 20 minutes away from the historic city of Galle. The journey to The Fortress from Colombo's International Airport will take approximately four-and-a-half hours, or you can take the Air Taxi and fly to Koggala, which is just a five minute drive away from the hotel.
Introduction
True to its name, the luxurious and tastefully-designed Fortress unfolds inside tall solid walls. The building design and the interior furnishings successful blend traditional Dutch, Portuguese and Sri Lankan architecture with contemporary Avant Garde design. The property is situated on Koggala Beach, one of the south coast's most expansive, sandy beaches. The hotel, which opened in 2006, is managed by the renowned Per Aquum Resorts & Spas, a group most famous for their luxurious properties in the Maldives and Seychelles. Their vast experience in resort management ensures the highest possible standards of service. The hotel is quickly flourishing and becoming one of the most sought-after upmarket properties in the island.
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Accommodation
Five types of accommodation are available, including rooms, lofts and residences. All rooms are furnished with sumptuous 7ft. x 7ft. super king-size beds dressed in Egyptian cotton linen and an additional day bed that can be used for a child. Each room has a/c and overhead fan, Plasma TV, Bose DVD player and sound system, in-room safe, IDD phone, Espresso machine, and private bar. The ensuite bathrooms have rainfall showers and baths.

Fortress Room: There are 11 Fortress Rooms, of 65 sqm, with an open-plan bathroom with rainfall shower and bathtub. The rooms open out to a private courtyard or garden balcony.

Beach Room: The 12 Beach rooms are located on the ground floor opening out to the garden that blends seamlessly with the sea. These spacious rooms have a split-level lounge area and stylish open plan bathroom.

Ocean Room: The 18 Ocean rooms are similar to the Beach Rooms, but located on the upper floor with magnificent views of the Indian Ocean. Each room has a split-level lounge area and bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and rain shower. Ocean Loft: The exquisite and spacious Ocean Lofts occupies two floors. The living room has a private plunge pool and spectacular views of the ocean. This area is furnished with a day bed that serves as additional accommodation. The upper floor consists of the bedroom and bathroom with wall and rain showers and bathtub. Each of the 6 Ocean Lofts covers a floor area of 140 sqm.

Residence: The ultimate in sensual living, the two super-luxurious Fortress Residences are located on either end of the hotel and each covers an area of 240 sqm. Each Residence includes two bedrooms, a separate living and entertainment area, an outdoor dining deck and a private infinity pool enjoying magnificent views of the coastline. Fortress Residences have a 24-hour personal butler.
Facilities
The Fortress's style extends to their cuisine with an array of exciting culinary delights including Sri Lankan and western dishes served by the poolside, fine dining at the indoor restaurant, in the winery, or in your room. There is also a stylish bar beside the pool terrace and a Tea Lounge on the upper floor. A swimming pool curves around the gardens of the hotel and is magical at night with wondrous mood lighting. Ayurveda is taken seriously at the Fortress with extensive facilities. The well-equipped gymnasium and the Aquum Spa occupy one entire wing of the hotel. Guests working out at the gym are provided with an ipod shuffle. The Spa offers traditional Ayurvedic treatment, Homeopathy, and an extensive menu of international spa therapies as well as complimentary water therapies including sauna, steam and hydro bath. The resident Ayurvedic doctor and other trained international therapists provide guests with a holistic approach to well being. The Fortress has a library offering books, CDs and DVDs. There is also an in-house Kids Club.
Excursions
For those interested in Scuba diving, the Fortress arranges diving trips to nearby reefs and offshore shipwrecks with a local PADI-certified dive operator. Visit the historic town of Galle and the Dutch Fort, a UNESCO-protected World Heritage site and a melting pot of cultural influences with its well-preserved ramparts overlooking the cricket stadium. Wander through the narrow streets and explore interesting restaurants, shops and boutique hotels full of character. Located nearby are the beautiful beaches of Unawatuna, Mirissa and Weligama. Day excursions are possible to Yala, Uda Walalwe and Sinharaja National Parks.
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