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Jetwing BeachvsThe Fortress Resort & Spa
Both The Fortress Resort & Spa and Jetwing Beach are praised by professional reviewers. Overall, The Fortress Resort & Spa ranks slightly better than Jetwing Beach. The Fortress Resort & Spa comes in at #19 in Sri Lanka with approval from 4 publications like Oyster, Lonely Planet and Afar Magazine.
Jetwing Beach
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Ethukala, Negombo, Sri Lanka
From $150/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterUpscale
"The 78-room Jetwing Beach is an upscale property along Negombo Beach, conveniently located near restaurants and shops, and a 25-minute drive from the airport." Full review
Lonely Planet "The rooms are luxurious, with sea-view balconies, and glass-walled bathrooms that boast walk-in showers and circular two-person bathtubs." 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
