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The Fortress Balumgala

3.0 star property
Guests find a peaceful retreat near the Royal Botanical Garden where they can enjoy WiFi connectivity and savor local cuisine in a garden setting.

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes - The Fortress Balumgala (Kadugannawa)
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.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kadugannawa is home to The Fortress Balumgala. Royal Palace of Kandy and Temple of the Tooth are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Royal Botanical Garden and Pinnawala Zoo. Wales Park and Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kadugannawa travel guide
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219/1, Balumgala Road, Kadugannawa, Central Province, 20300

What's nearby

  • Royal Botanical Garden
    Royal Botanical Garden
    16 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • 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
  • New Ranweli Spice Garden
    15 min drive - 7.2 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
  • Green Park Food Centre
    11 min drive
  • Isura Restaurant
    9 min drive
  • Eat Well
    9 min drive

About this property

The Fortress Balumgala

Guesthouse near Royal Botanical Garden
At The Fortress Balumgala, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. 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 guesthouse include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A 24-hour front desk, barbecue grills, and a porter/bellhop
Room features
All guestrooms at The Fortress Balumgala offer comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown services, and slippers
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fortress Balumgala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Fortress Balumgala?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Fortress Balumgala?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Fortress Balumgala provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15000 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Fortress Balumgala located?

Situated in Kadugannawa, this guesthouse is within 12 mi (20 km) of Royal Botanical Garden, Wales Park, and Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre. Royal Palace of Kandy and Udawatta Kele Sanctuary are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Fortress Balumgala Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

4.0

Amenities

7.4

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Quiet surrounding and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

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