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The Fortress Resort & SpavsTaru Villas - Lake Lodge
Both hotels are recommended by writers. Overall, The Fortress Resort & Spa ranks marginally higher than Taru Villas - Lake Lodge. The Fortress Resort & Spa ranks #19 in Sri Lanka with endorsements from 4 publications including Oyster, Afar Magazine 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
Taru Villas - Lake Lodge Oyster The Telegraph Lonely Planet
20 Alvis Terrace, Colombo 03000, Sri Lanka
From $120/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterUpper-middle-range
"It's a tranquil city retreat for quiet, low-key holiday-makers -- wild partiers steer clear." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A hard-to-beat central Colombo location close to shops, sights and restaurants – yet tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac – makes this chic and affordable hotel a winning place to stay in the capital." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This hotel gets everything just right...Service is excellent and the hotel is well managed. You can easily walk to much of what’s interesting in Colombo." Full review
