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The Fortress Resort & SpavsCinnamon Grand Colombo
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, The Fortress Resort & Spa scores marginally higher than Cinnamon Grand Colombo. The Fortress Resort & Spa comes in at 81 with recommendations from 4 sources like Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and Condé Nast Traveler.
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
Cinnamon Grand Colombo Oyster Lonely Planet
P.O. Box 252, 77 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
From $101/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
OysterUpscale
"The 501-room, upscale Cinnamon Grand is a Colombo institution; it is a popular place for weddings and conferences, and has an air of importance and activity." Full review
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Late check-out requests are rarely granted, and beware that taxis through the hotel have higher fares than those on the street.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Colombo’s best large hotel has a central location well back from Galle Rd." Full review
