Title: The Fortress Balumgala Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=36293476&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse with free parking, in the vicinity of Royal Botanical Garden ## Photo gallery for The Fortress Balumgala ![Aerial view - The Fortress Balumgala (Kadugannawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36300000/36293500/36293476/0ec880df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast area - The Fortress Balumgala (Kadugannawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36300000/36293500/36293476/2bd11167.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains - The Fortress Balumgala (Kadugannawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36300000/36293500/36293476/1a0684a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge - The Fortress Balumgala (Kadugannawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36300000/36293500/36293476/d04edf8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Library - The Fortress Balumgala (Kadugannawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36300000/36293500/36293476/02ce92db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Fortress Balumgala offers a quiet escape with a garden and terrace. Enjoy in-room WiFi and proximity to the Royal Botanical Garden. The on-site restaurant serves meals all day, and practical dry cleaning and laundry services are available. 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The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar. Other perks at this guest house include: - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a porter/bellboy and tour/ticket information - A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and barbecues Room features All guest rooms at The Fortress Balumgala have comforts, such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 15000 per vehicle (return) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse Yatinuwara Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse Fortress Balumgala Yatinuwara Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse The Fortress Balumgala Yatinuwara Yatinuwara The Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse Guesthouse The Fortress Balumgala The Fortress Balumgala Yatinuwara Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse Yatinuwara Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse Fortress Balumgala Yatinuwara Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse The Fortress Balumgala Yatinuwara Yatinuwara The Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse Guesthouse The Fortress Balumgala The Fortress Balumgala Yatinuwara Fortress Balumgala Yatinuwara The Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse The Fortress Balumgala Kadugannawa The Fortress Balumgala Guesthouse Kadugannawa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Fortress Balumgala pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Fortress Balumgala? ### How much is parking at The Fortress Balumgala? ### What time is check-in at The Fortress Balumgala? ### What time is check-out at The Fortress Balumgala? ### Does The Fortress Balumgala provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is The Fortress Balumgala located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Fortress Balumgala Reviews ## Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Guy 7 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Should be better maintained and managed The Fortress Balumgala is located in a beautiful and quiet neighbourhood. However, it could be better maintained and managed. Under no circumstances should the guest be charged double the price for dinner because he arrived on a public holiday. ##### Guy Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dominic 30 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This is in a beautiful location! High up in the hills. The hotel is lovely. We arrived and waited for an hour or so. It seemsd abandoned and the telephone number was out of order. So we decided to leave and walk down the hill to find another hotel. So lucky for us we asked a man if he had a tuktuk and it turned out he worked at the hotel sometimes so took us back. Indika was incredile. He looked after us from start to finish. Made sure our rooms were kovely and clean. Brought us refreshments. Drove us to a restaurant in the evening for dinner. Made us a delicious breakfast in the morning. Indika made our stay a 10 out of 10 but I have to mark down for there being nobody there when we arrived. ![View from balcony](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C0F1EA88E7071E51635324F981BD66E665F321BB1706635310330.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Sunset in the hills was beautiful and so peaceful here ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F17C95F7BA1BEA8D324CA49D899CEDE35E5D94B51706635310661.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Dominic Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Habarana Village by Cinnamon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Habarana-Hotels-Habarana-Village-By-Cinnamon.h4031747.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun Siyam Pasikudah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Sun-Siyam-Pasikudah.h9272270.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahungalla-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Sri-Lanka-All-Inclusive.h14754284.Hotel-Information) > > [Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tangalle-Hotels-Anantara-Peace-Haven-Tangalle-Resort.h11229814.Hotel-Information) > > [Amaya Beach Pasikudah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Amaya-Beach-Pasikudah.h6780993.Hotel-Information) > > [Aliya Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Avudangawa-Hotels-Aliya-Resort-Spa.h9849536.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Bey Beruwala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Beruwala-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bey-Beruwala.h8256226.Hotel-Information) > > [Avani Kalutara Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kalutara-Hotels-Avani-Kalutara-Resort.h4031708.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bentota-Beach.h36466861.Hotel-Information) > > [Kahanda Kanda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Angulugaha-Hotels-Kahanda-Kanda.h11263998.Hotel-Information) > > [FOX Resorts Kandy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandy-Hotels-FOX-Resorts-Kandy.h17399100.Hotel-Information) > > [Amaya Hills Kandy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandy-Hotels-Amaya-Hills-Kandy.h1700850.Hotel-Information) > > [W15 Weligama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-W15.h11560777.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kosgoda-Hotels-Sheraton-Kosgoda-Turtle-Beach-Resort.h48743974.Hotel-Information) > > [The Golden Ridge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-The-Golden-Ridge-Hotel.h29024680.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Grand Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Le-Grand-Galle-By-Asia-Leisure.h24010679.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koggala-Hotels-The-Fortress-Resort-Spa.h7821441.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westbury Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-The-Westbury-Palace.h48402950.Hotel-Information) > > [Shangri-La Hambantota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hambantota-Hotels-Shangri-La-Hambantota.h15083331.Hotel-Information) > > [Pandanus Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Induruwa-Hotels-Pandanus-Beach-Resort-Spa.h11289546.Hotel-Information) > > [Vivanta Colombo, Airport Garden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seeduwa-Katunayake-Hotels-Vivanta-Colombo.h526350.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h19413442.Hotel-Information) > > [Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwood-Hotels-Ceylon-Tea-Trails.h4045356.Hotel-Information) > > [98 Acres Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ella-Hotels-98-Acres-Resort-Spa.h15504051.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Sigiriya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sigiriya-Hotels-Hotel-Sigiriya.h1609730.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sun House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-The-Sun-House.h15677263.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Bentota Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Taj-Bentota-Resort-Spa.h581365.Hotel-Information) > > [go camping](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Go-Camping.h23256271.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Habarana-Hotels-Cinnamon-Lodge.h1854476.Hotel-Information)