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Reviews of The Fortress Resort & Spa This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Matara Road, PO Box 126, Habaraduwa, 80630 Koggala, Sri Lanka

#2 of 14 hotels in Koggala

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 118 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    9.0
    Perfect, quiet beach getaway! Would definitely stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing comes to mind!

    We absolutely loved the secluded, quiet hotel. The pool and beach are spotless - we did not want to leave. What most exceeded our expectation was the hotel restaurant White. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were so delicious with generous portions! Hotel communication was also excellent and they accommodated our very late arrival after our flights were severely delayed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 23, 2024

    10
    A very pleasant and relaxing stay with the staff always smiling and ready to help.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beach Splash Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This is me being a little particular, however I found a shortage of power outlets in the room. There wasn’t any free power outlets next to bed to plug in personal devices to charge. Maybe asking for an extension board would help others. The large wardrobe didn’t have enough shelving space to allow to unpack all the bags fully, so we had to shuffle clothes for us and the baby every night to be ready for the next days activities. As enjoyable as the food was, the heat and humidity made enjoying the meals a little uncomfortable as the dining area is all outdoors. Did my best to find a table under the ceiling fans but still managed to sweat through my meals at no fault of the resort.

    The size of the room in general and the massive bathroom were good. The pool was amazing, which made cooling off during the heat of the day enjoyable. The view of the ocean was beautiful. The breakfast was good too with plenty variety.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    10
    I will definitely come back and recommend all of my friends!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff was amazing!!! So welcoming and always looking to help you. The pool area and the beach so relaxing, service 100/100, the breakfast was amazing and very diverse.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    10
    Luxurious, comfortable palace with amazing staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Fortress Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Staff is extremely friendly and helpful Rooms are huge with great amenities Atmosphere is relaxing and classy

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    9.0
    Great place for relaxation in a great environment a short distance from Galle
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great beachfront location, lovely building with very comfortable rooms and great communal spaces. Great swimming in a pool behind the reef from which we could watch turtles. Closeness to Galle

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    10
    Relaxing and rejuvenating
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location is directly on the ocean, beautiful surroundings and the building/grounds are incredibly beautiful. All the staff are very present and attentive. All of them very kind, smiling and nothing is ever too much trouble. Really enjoyed their service and made my stay very pleasant. The breakfast buffet is amazing and has a variety of options, which change daily. The dosa was a firm favourite. The croissants were made fresh and definitely the best ones I’ve had in Sri Lanka, that’s spanning over 5 years of living here and searching for the perfect croissant. I really enjoyed the Spa treatments and Sadu is an incredible masseuse. I will definitely be back again for more treatments. I would highly recommend staying at this hotel and it’s an incredible place to relax, unwind and enjoy the surroundings.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    8.0
    Incredible!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Fortress Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bedrooms are quite dark, not a lot of natural light.

    It was a beautiful location, the room was stunning with a sea view. The spa was beautiful too

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    10
    We stayed at the Fortress for one week and it was simply amazingly-
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dinner - daily menu got a little repetitive but staff were accommodating to make SriLanka meals that were not on the menu.

    Location, hotel and staff were fantastic!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    10
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Superb location, amazing staff, so relaxing ❤️

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was just great!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2024

    10
    Fantastic stay in a seaside hotel with amazing staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fortress Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stunning property, amazing staff, right on the beach.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    10
    Perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fortress Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All was perfect food beach staff🙏

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2024

    10
    We luxuriated here for a blissful four days. It was perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not applicable.

    The constant sound of the waves and the location generally.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2024

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Could have done with a little more ambiance. They didn’t open the upstairs bar and could have had more live music

    Pool Staff Room

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The beach in from of the Resort was full of corals, so I rather went to Kabalana beach, for swimming and surfing.

    Nice staff, great food, spacious clean room

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyed it a lot
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Fortress Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful hotel, great location. Bit secluded, but perfect for a good rest. Nice beach, pool, facilities. Very friendly staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2024

    9.0
    A very nice hotel with a lovely pool
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our room overlooked a seating area so had to have blinds down when coming out of bathroom

    Very good breakfast and great pool

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    That fact that we had to leave!

    The staff were amazing. The facilities were great and the food was excellent. Had a great few days

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2024

    10
    Easy beachfront luxury
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fortress Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pool table was a little rusty but we made do :)

    Amazing resort with everything you might need during your holiday. The rooms were very spacious, with a comfortable king bed and great bathroom facilities. The location is 10/10 - with a large warm pool in the resort and direct access onto a safe beach so you can easily enjoy both.There are heaps of nearby towns with great beaches and funky restaurants/cafes, and the resort has a tuk tuk station right outside, so you never have to wait more than 5 sec for transport. The buffet breakfast was delicious and they have 3 restaurants on offer (we only tried one of them and it was terrific).

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beach Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rate was very high should be more economical

    Food was excellent and location amazing

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fortress Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s a very quiet upper-scale hotel with great service and food - even if you’re not into local food.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 21, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Ocean Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Once you walk in from the big gate door, you leave all the noise behind and walk into bliss.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 16, 2024

    10
    Perfect Place for Getaways
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Fortress Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    There were many families with children staying in this resort. I'm still happy I got to stay there, but some solo travelers may not like this. It would be great if they would have some live music in the restaurants they have there.

    Everything about this place was exceptional. The staff were very nice and welcoming. Great pool, right in front of the beach. The breakfast was by far my best buffet experience, offering both variety and delicious food. I didn't really need to go out much because this place has it all!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2024

    10
    Beautiful building excellent staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Fortress Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Pool, rooms and staff were faultless

    Stayed in December 2023

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