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Asian Jewel Boutique HotelvsThe Fortress Resort & Spa
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, The Fortress ranks slightly better than Asian Jewel Boutique Hotel. The Fortress has a TripExpert Score of 81 with endorsements from 4 publications such as Afar Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler and Oyster.
Asian Jewel Boutique Hotel
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Field View Baddegama Road, Nalagasdeniya, Hikkaduwa Sl 5wa, Sri Lanka
From $94/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterMid-Range
"This off-the-beaten-path, five-room boutique has more of a home-away-from-home guesthouse vibe than most of the larger and less personal options you'll find along Hikkaduwa's main beach strip." Full review
Lonely Planet "What really makes a stay here special are the staff and owners – within seconds of arriving they'll have memorised your name and be bending over backwards to help." Full review
The Fortress Resort & Spa
Afar Magazine
Jetsetter Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
Koggala, Habaraduwa, Koggala, Sri Lanka
From $185/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Afar Magazine "The best place to unwind after taking in the cultural triangle-- unspoilt, blissful luxury." Full review
Jetsetter "Located on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, the Fortress draws its architectural inspiration from the famed Galle Fort." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Ideal for those not worried about watching their wallets or who are willing to spend a bit more to have the expected upscale hotel comforts of the Western world, The Fortress is a solid pick." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Within a walled garden and fronting a long beach on the island’s southern shore, this 49-room resort is designed to resemble a traditional walauwa, or noble residence." Full review
Lonely Planet "Revel in infinity pools, 53 chic urban-style rooms with whirlpool baths and rain showers, superb dining and more." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This hotel makes the most of its elongated oceanfront with most rooms and a sweeping fibre-optic-lit pool running parallel to a sandy sliver of wave-washed beach." Full review
