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The Fortress Balumgala

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, in the vicinity of Royal Botanical Garden
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Breakfast area
Library
Lobby
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Aerial view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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219/1, Balumgala Road, Kadugannawa, Central Province, 20300
  • Place, Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gadaladeniya Temple
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Botanical Garden
    ‪16 min drive‬
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Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

About the neighborhood

Kadugannawa

The Fortress Balumgala places you 8 mi (12.9 km) from Royal Botanical Garden and 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Wales Park. This 3-star guesthouse has 7 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Gadaladeniya Temple - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • University of Peradeniya - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Royal Botanical Garden - 16 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Temple of the Tooth - 21 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kandy Railway Station - 46 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 169 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pilimathawala Tea Factory - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Eat Well - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Green Park Food Centre - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Isura Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Fortress Balumgala

Guesthouse with free parking, in the vicinity of Royal Botanical Garden
At The Fortress Balumgala, guests have access to a terrace, laundry facilities, and a porter/bellhop. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 15000 per vehicle roundtrip. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and slippers. Other amenities include free newspapers, safes, and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15000 per vehicle (roundtrip)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Fortress Balumgala?

The Fortress Balumgala offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near The Fortress Balumgala?

This guesthouse is located in Kadugannawa, close to Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center, Royal Botanical Garden, and New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden. You'll also find Alagalla Mountain and Embekka Devale nearby.

Will I be able to park at The Fortress Balumgala?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does The Fortress Balumgala include a casino on the premises?

No, The Fortress Balumgala doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Fortress Balumgala?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Fortress Balumgala?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this guesthouse include around-the-clock room service, a rainfall showerhead, and a turndown service.

Are there hot tubs at The Fortress Balumgala?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Fortress Balumgala have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Fortress Balumgala serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Fortress Balumgala allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Fortress Balumgala.

Are there connecting rooms at The Fortress Balumgala?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Fortress Balumgala?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy garden or mountain views.

The Fortress Balumgala Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Quiet surrounding and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Traveled with group
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
Sunset in the hills was beautiful and so peaceful here
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Guy

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

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