The Fortress Resort & Spa
Galle, Sri Lanka
 
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Spa Facilities
Spa Treatments
Spa Product
Spa Cuisine
Location & Access
Accommodation
Facilities & Activities
Dining
 
Complementing the global menu of international therapies, the spa incorporates the indigenous culture of Sri Lanka by offering signature Ayurveda therapies that are non-invasive while true to form. Before and after treatments, guests can indulge in complimentary 'Sublime' water therapies which include a sauna, steam and hydro-bath. Spa Naturel focuses mainly on Ayurvedic rituals with natural ingredients sourced locally by our in-house Ayurveda doctor for the mind, body and spirit using the newly created essential oil products. Ayurveda is a time tested ancient system of medicine which is now popular around the world. It is a science that not only addresses to bodily infirmity but encourages social, spiritual, emotional and psychological well being.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Spa Resort Facts
A luxurious modern fifty-three room boutique resort located on the southern shores of Sri Lanka. The Fortress combines the best elements of colonial Dutch and Portuguese designs, mixed with innovative Sri Lankan styles to create a unique luxury property reminiscent of Galle’s famous Dutch Fort. The resort is minutes away from the historic city of Galle, whilst the resort itself contains an exclusive spa and dining facilities.

Spa Naturel, an inner sanctum reflecting the rich colours of the surrounding culture and nature close by.

 
 
Spa Facts

Spa Naturel follows a simple, holistic approach to well-being with a blend of eastern and western treatments. Signature Ayurveda treatments are based on ancient Ayurveda philosophy that provides individual specific treatments according to your unique body type with the aim of balancing body humors. The herbal oils are prepared of freshly blended herbs and fresh ingredients is used for most of the treatments, such as the Aloe vera body wrap and Coconut scrub. Cold pressed locally prepared virgin coconut oil is used for a range of treatments, as it is rich in anti oxidant properties.

The well trained local and foreign therapists specialised in their treatments, provide you with warm and genuine care that flows through their hands to relax, and heal your body and mind.

Complementing the global menu of international therapies, the spa incorporates the indigenous culture of Sri Lanka by offering signature Ayurveda therapies that are non-invasive while true to form. Before and after treatments, guests can indulge in complimentary 'Sublime' water therapies which include a sauna, steam and hydro-bath. Spa Naturel focuses mainly on Ayurvedic rituals with natural ingredients sourced locally by our in-house Ayurveda doctor for the mind, body and spirit using the newly created essential oil products. Ayurveda is a time tested ancient system of medicine which is now popular around the world. It is a science that not only addresses to bodily infirmity but encourages social, spiritual, emotional and psychological well being.

 
 
Spa Travel Packages
Spa Travel Package 5 Days / 6 Nights
Ayurveda Detox Package 3 Days / 4 Nights


Spa Travel Package
Inclusions:

  • Return transfers between Colombo Airport and The Fortress
  • 6 Nights accommodation in room of choice
  • Daily breakfast in Peppers Restaurant
  • DAY 1: 30min Consultation, 60min Customised facial
  • DAY 2: 30min Manicure, 60min Relaxing massage
  • DAY 3: 45min Pedicure, 60min Aroma massage
  • DAY 4: 60min Powder massage, 15min Herbal bath
  • DAY 5: 60min Detoxifying body wrap, 60min Samvahana full body massage
  • Spa Travel documentation & wallet
Cost per room:    
Fortress Room $$  
Ocean Room $$  
Beach Room $$$  
Loft Room with Plunge Pool $$$$$  
The Fortress Residence with Plunge Pool          $$$$$  

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Ayurveda Detox Package
Inclusions:

  • Return transfers between Colombo Airport and The Fortress
  • 4 Nights accommodation in room of choice
  • Daily breakfast at Peppers Restaurant
  • DAY 1: 90min Consultation, Welcoming foot massage, Oriental head massage
  • DAY 2: 120min Samvahana (full body massage), Steam bath, Herbal bath
  • DAY 3: 95min Udvarthana (massage with herbal powders), Steam bath, Herbal bath
  • Spa Travel documentation & wallet
Cost per room:    
Fortress Room $  
Ocean Room $$  
Beach Room $$$  
Loft Room with Plunge Pool $$$$  
The Fortress Residence with Plunge Pool          $$$$$  

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Spa Facilities
  • Manicure and Pedicure room
  • 4 Double treatment rooms
  • Special Ayurveda treatment room
  • Relaxing area
  • Thai massage room
  • Male and Female changing rooms
  • Steam room
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Yoga pavilion
  Spa Treatments
Are created on local treatments of Sri Lanka Ayurvedic treatments
    • Ayurveda treatments
    • Ayurveda consultation
    • Pindasweda - Full body, Back neck & shoulder, Neck & shoulder
    • Abyanga in 7 positions
    • Samvahana (full body massage with herbal oils)
    • Head massage
    • Scalp massage
    • Hand massage
    • Foot massage
    • Herbal inhalation
    • Herbal steam bath
    • Marma massage
    • Herbal facial treatment

    Classical Treatments:

    • Massage: Relaxing, Deep tissue, Back & Shoulder, Head, Hot stone, Aromatherapy, Thai, Balinese
    • Foot reflexology

    Body:

    • Scrubs: Sea salt, coconut
    • Body Wrap: Aloe vera, Kaolin & gotu kola, Yoghurt & honey

    Beauty:

    • Essential hands, / French colour
    • Essential feet / French colour
    • Regular manicure / French colour
    • Regular pedicure / French colour

    Facials:

    • Purifying, Nourishing, Honey & cucumber, Mini, Ayurveda, Eath (for men)

Spa Product

  • Link Natural
  • Gampaha Siddhayurveda
  • Fresh herbs eg Aloe vera, coconut

Spa Cuisine
No

Location and Access
Situated next to the beach on the southern shores of Sri Lanka, approximately 20 minutes from the historically-rich city of Galle.

4 hours drive from the Colombo International Airport.
Sri Lanka Air Taxi service is also available, flight duration is approximately 35 minutes from Colombo to Koggala.

Accommodation
The resort features six distinct styles of guest rooms and residences providing a total of 53 rooms, each creating a sensual living space with a natural modern twist and Dutch Fort design.

All are designed with either private courtyards or balconies which commands a stunning sea or garden view. These stylish well appointed guest rooms include: :

  • 11 Fortress Rooms - 65sqm. Non sea-view. Located on the 1st and ground floor - open out on your own courtyard or garden balcony.
  • 22 Ocean Rooms - 70sqm. Ocean-view on the 1st floor with balcony.
  • 12 Beach Rooms - 70sqm. Ocean-view on the ground floor with terrace.
  • 4 Beach Splash Rooms - 70sqm. Ocean-view on the ground floor with terrace and a plunge pool.
  • 2 Loft Rooms (Junior Suite) - 140sqm. Ocean-view. A split level room occupying both 1st and ground floors with balcony and terrace.
  • 2 Fortress Residence (Suites) - 240sqm. Ocean-view. Located on the 1st floor with balcony. Features two bedrooms with cantilevered infinity pool with view of the ocean line.

All these room feature:

  • 7ft by 7ft king size bed
  • Open plan bathrooms
  • State-of-the-art entertainment system with LCD TV, Bose DVD players and surround sound
  • Ipod
  • Internationally branded guest bath amenities
  Facilities & Activities
  • Steam room
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Swimming pool
  • Souvenir & Jewellery boutique

Activities & Attractions in close proximity:

  • Galle Fort
  • Thumassala Peace Pagoda
  • Yatagala Rock Cave
  • Handunugoda Tea Factory
  • Whale watching
  • Udawalawe Natural Sanctuary
  • Yala Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Sinharaja Rain Forest

Dining
Two conventional restaurants Pepper & Heat offer everything from international and Sri Lankan cuisine to fresh seafood, wood-fired pizzas and Indian Tandoori specialities. The hotel also features a unique wine cellar restaurant and a T Lounge - a venue dedicated to enjoying Sri Lankan tea.

The Pepper facing the stunning free-form swimming pool and the Indian Ocean combines the tastes of Old Ceylon and Modern Asia to create incredible Sri Lankan fare.

The Heat is a relaxed dining area on the terrace and Al fresco of the pool deck under the cascading trees, serving savoury creations from the wood-fired pizza oven.

Wine is glass cave where the cutlery and crockery are made of glass. An ideal venue to celebrate a special occasion.

The 'T' Lounge an open-plan, airy Sri Lankan tea lounge with spectacular sea and garden views, which offers the flavours, aromas and traditions of Ceylon through tea.

The Sea Lounge, the main lounge bar is made up of Funky decor with hanging chairs, a relaxed comfortable environment for guests.

 

 

The Fortress Resort & Spa displays action in:

Sustaining the Environment

Organic Products or Cuisine

Community Charity Work

Awards Presented:

ASPA - Australasian Aps Association Travel Compenstaion Fund Participant QBE