Description:
The Fortress located in Galle on the golden southern coast of Sri Lanka, has been designed as Galle's famed Dutch Fort. Modern design forges historic Dutch and Portuguese styles with Sri Lankan motifs, innovative architecture and designer amenities. Right next to the beach the resort boasts lush gardens and water features, a spa featuring Ayurvedic treatments, a freeflow swimming pool, wine cellar, restaurants and boutiques. There are 49 'naturally modern' guest rooms of which feature 7ft by 7ft super king beds, open plan bathrooms, state-of-the-art entertainment systems with plasma screens, Bose DVD players and surround sound. Situated minutes away from the city of Galle. Guests are greeted at Bandaranaike International Airport by your hosts and escorted to your resort getaway by your chosen means of transfer. Arrive at the picturesque Lake Koggala by seaplane or drive through the rich colourful culture that Sri Lanka is known for.

Rooms:
Inspired by the Dutch Fort design, There are 5 distinct styles of guest rooms and residences, Inspired by the Dutch Fort design. With a naturally modern twist all are designed with either private courtyards or balconies, with views onto the gardens, water features or golden beaches out to the Indian Ocean.

Room Types and Descriptions:

11 Fortress Rooms - 65 sqm.
Each features a super king 7ft by 7ft bed dressed in Egyptian cotton, open plan bathroom with rainfall shower and bath, private courtyard or garden balcony. A cutting-edge entertainment system and designer fittings include: Plasma screen, Bose DVD and sound system, espresso machine, air-conditioning, overhead fan, private bar, day bed, in-room safe and IDD telephone.

12 Beach Rooms - 70 sqm.
Located on the ground floor. Views into the gardens, beach and the Indian Ocean beyond. Highlights of these rooms include the open plan bathroom with large bath and split-level living area.

18 Ocean Rooms - 70 sqm.
Similar to the Beach Rooms, the Ocean Rooms are located on the upper floor of The Fortress and feature high vaulted ceilings and a jacuzzi bath.

6 Ocean Lofts - 140 sqm.
Split-level rooms offer a one-of-a-kind experience on each of their two separate floors. Guests enter into an oversized living room with indoor plunge pool, inviting day bed,
plasma screen and Bose DVD sound system. The upper floor houses the bedroom, showcasing a designer bed adorned in soft Egyptian cotton and a sumptuous day bed. The upstairs bathroom features both rainfall and wall showers.

2 Fortress Residences - 240 sqm.
Both located on the upper floor of The Fortress and each feature two bedrooms
and outdoor dining deck. Each with a private cantilevered infinity edge pool to enjoy views of the coastline. 24-hour Personal butler.

Dining:
Pepper - Light, flavourful international cuisine and authentic Sri Lankan specialties. The central dining venue at The Fortress.

Wine3 - A glass cave with a breathtaking array of Old and New World wines.

Heat - Wood-fired pizza oven. Set in the lush Fortress gardens.

24 hour In-room dining is available

T - Discover the various flavours of Sri Lankan tea.

Sea Lounge - Tea-inspired cocktails

Destination Dining - A private dining experience in secluded areas of the gardens within the walls of The Fortress or on the golden sands of the beach.
 
Leisure Activities:
Spa with Ayurvedic centre:
Complimentary 'Degrees' water therapies which include a sauna, steam and hydrobath.

• Yoga pavilion
• Fully-equipped gymnasium
• Free flowing swimming pool
• SCUBA diving - PADI certified, offered off-site
• Water sports centre
• Boutiques
• Little Adventurers Club
• Bicycles for hire
• Art gallery featuring local artists
• Wedding pavilion
• Turtle hatchery
• CD & DVD library

Facilities and Services:
• 24-hour reception hosts
• Luxury car service
• Tuk tuk services
• Airport transfers
• Butler service
• Multilingual staff
• 24-hour in-room dining
• Poolside service
• Wedding hosts
• Resort naturalist
• Wi-fi internet access
• IDD telephone services
• Laundry, dry cleaning and valet services
• Pillow menu
• Bath menu
• Foreign currency exchange
• All major credit cards accepted