Sophisticated, luxurious and romantic weddings and honeymoons at The Fortress
Circled by miles of beautiful golden sand, Sri Lanka exhibits a rich culture, diverse landscapes and exquisite hotels, with the sophisticated Fortress the jewel in its crown. Nestled on the Southern coasts tranquil Kogalla Beach, boasting a rare sea turtle nesting site, traditional stilt fishermen and a reef teeming with exotic and diverse tropical marine life, is the esteemed Fortress. An oasis of tranquillity, The Fortress blends modern design with historic Dutch and Portuguese architecture and its grandiose walls enclose verdant gardens and romantic water features. The unique fusion of chic sophistication with boutique luxury enchants even the most discerning guests and the range and quality of amenities is unparalleled.
It is no surprise that this captivating sanctuary of serenity is renowned as an exceptional wedding and honeymoon destination. Whilst intimate in appearance, six distinct styles of room are on offer, yet romantic luxury emanates from the acclaimed Ocean Lofts and Fortress Residence boasting world class facilities, a private infinity edge pool and a 24 hour personal butler service. This pre-eminent luxury ensures couples can cherish their stay in style. However, for couples wanting to step outside this bubble of tranquillity, the historic fort town of Galle is easily accessible, alongside other cultural pleasures like the local tea factories, the Kogalla museum, the Yatagalla temple, the Singharaja nature reserve and seasonal whale watching.
Whilst the enchanting aura and luxurious facilities would placate any wedding or honeymoon couple, The Fortress accentuates its romantic pre-eminence through its tailored packages, offering a complimentary honeymoon package and four diverse wedding packages.
Honeymoon and anniversary guests will receive an accommodation upgrade, cocktail, champagne and antipasto platter on arrival. However, Loft Room and Residence guests also receive a refreshing pitcher of poolside peach tea cocktail, a relaxing 30 minute Ayurveda consultation, a romantic breakfast on the couples balcony, with Residence guests ensured relaxation by a 24 hour personal butler service.
The Fortress wedding packages offer the ultimate romantic beach wedding or alternatively a wedding in the hotel's beautifully groomed garden with an exquisite view of the sun-drenched beach in the background. Traditional dancers can perform to celebrate your union and flower girls will sprinkle sweet-scented Araliya flowers along the bride's path, casting a spell of romance and creating exotic memories that will last a lifetime. A dedicated wedding host is supplied to guide the entire planning process and help orchestrate this most memorable day. The picturesque setting of exotic colours and the romantic spirit of the ocean's melody all ensure that this wedding will be a personal fairy tale come true.
All of the four wedding packages include complimentary amenities such as the wedding planner and arch, government fees, wedding cake, guest’s drinks, champagne cocktails and toasting champagne alongside and arrival antipasto platter, the bride’s bouquet and groom’s button hole and the 24 photo wedding album. However, on top of this are four given packages:
The Moonstone Package includes a romantic breakfast on the couple’s balcony the morning after the wedding.
The Star Ruby Package encompasses The Moonstone Package and includes traditional Sri Lankan dancers and drummers and brides hair and make-up.
The Star Sapphire Package encompasses both of the above packages but also includes an accommodation upgrade for bride and groom, a 3 course garden dinner and wine, a pedicure and manicure for the bride and a 2 hour spa treatment for the bride and groom alongside a 30 minute Ayurveda consultation and a video of the wedding.
The Serendib Sapphire Package is the most luxurious wedding package encompassing all of the above packages as well as beautiful musical accompaniment for the wedding, a romantic fragrant bath and bottle of champagne and a poolside pitcher of peach tea cocktail.
Additionally two enchanting touches can be added at extra cost; elephants processing for arrival or departure and 2 baby turtles released into the ocean from the hatchery.
In short, we have selected The Fortress as a perfect romantic honeymoon or wedding destination, emanating boutique luxury, sophistication and aesthetic appeal, boasting unparalleled amenities and pre-eminent tailored packages to create exotic memories that will last a lifetime.
January offers the perfect opportunity to make use of our unique special offers and book at the best price for 2012. Please call our personal travel specialists on 01752 878024 to further discuss The Fortress.
Included in your holiday
An Expressions holiday includes return scheduled flights from London to Colombo on Sri Lankan Airways economy class, private return taxi transfer airport to hotel and bed and breakfast based on two people sharing a double or twin room.
Holiday Prices
Sample price is per person based on two people sharing a Type A double or twin room:
7 nights from about £1695 (low season), £1815 (high season).
The prices displayed here are a guide only for this hotel and each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect the actual flight costs and all up to date special offers.
Special Offers
Free nights
Stay 7 nights for the price of 6 between 11 January – 30 April and 1 – 31 August 2012. Stay 7 nights for the price of 5 between 1 May – 31 July and 1 September - 31 October 2012. Furthermore, stay 7 nights for the price of 4 between 1 November – 19 December 2012. Free nights are on the same basis as paid nights.