The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle

Seated dinner: 60 guests

“We have picturesque garden areas for exclusive outdoor events, while our 60 person capacity function room is ideal for those in search of stylish banquet halls in Galle.”

Rooms: 53 rooms

“Each of the Fortress’ 53 luxurious rooms feature full-length French windows, modern residential- style décor with contemporary Sri Lankan furnishing, and tasteful soft earth-tone shaded upholstery and cushions.”

Room types: 8 listed

“Courtyard Room”

Legal ceremony on site: Yes

“- Registration of marriage, Registrar, Witnesses & Regulatory documentation services.”

Outdoor ceremony: Yes

“At The Fortress Resort & Spa — offering magical wedding venues in Sri Lanka — you can enjoy such magical celebrations be it on soft sandy shores or in a delightful garden setting.”

Indoor option if it rains: Yes

“While The Fortress Resort & Spa offers versatile indoor and outdoor venues, our dedicated event planners will ensure your corporate function, social gathering or fairytale wedding will be just the way you want it.”

In-house catering: Yes

“Our talented chefs curate exquisite menus featuring the freshest seafood and local delicacies, creating a culinary journey that will elevate your guests’ taste buds.”

Bar on site: Yes

“The resort offers oceanfront dining in Koggala through The Terrace, Time Out Bar and private dining by the sea, alongside Japanese-Italian cuisine at Itameshi and 24-hour in-room dining.”

Price: US$1,650 to US$4,200 as a package

“$1650”

Included: Breakfast, ceremony space, catering, drinks and a coordinator

“We also have two special wedding packages each offering unique touches be it the location, bride’s hair and makeup, intimate dinner or having traditional Sri Lankan dancers and drummers add to the flair of your fairy tale romance.”

Fireworks: Yes

“We can add a touch of island charm to your event by organising traditional dancers or arranging fireworks as part of a special surprise.”

Pets: No

“No pets or service animals allowed”

Children: Yes

“Children are welcome”

Parking: Yes

“Free self parking and valet parking”

Step-free access: Yes

“- Wheelchair accessible”

Guest transport: Yes

“Our concierge team can arrange a private, chauffeured vehicle for the journey via the Southern Expressway from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), typically around two and a half hours.”

Event spaces: Banquet room

“Meeting/banquet facilities”

Reception indoors: Yes

“Whether it’s an intimate beachfront party, a charming garden pre-wedding ceremony, or an elegant indoor celebration, we offer a range of exclusive venues to suit every preference.”

Reception outdoors: Yes

“A reception under a blanket of stars with a gentle sea breeze sets a perfect setting for a wedding dinner.”

Swimming pool: Yes

“An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas”

Sea view: Yes

“The Ocean Rooms are sprawled across the resort’s upper floor offering direct ocean views from the interior of the room and the private balcony”

Beach on foot: Yes

“Beachfront”

Gardens: Yes

“At The Fortress Resort & Spa — offering magical wedding venues in Sri Lanka — you can enjoy such magical celebrations be it on soft sandy shores or in a delightful garden setting.”

Coordinator on the day: Yes

“We have dedicated wedding hosts who will help plan your special day down to the very last detail and ensure everything is just perfect, from the venue and floral decor to the music and menu creation.”