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Kahanda Kanda vs The Fortress Resort & Spa

Both hotels are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Kahanda Kanda is the choice of most writers compared to The Fortress Resort & Spa. Kahanda Kanda ranks #11 in Sri Lanka with approval from 5 reviews like Mr & Mrs Smith, Afar Magazine and The Telegraph.

Kahanda Kanda
Kahanda Kanda
8 / 10
Angulugaha, Angulugaha 80000, Sri Lanka
From $420 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
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Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Join the monkeys, mongooses and bright-feathered birds at Kahanda Kanda, set in a lush green tea plantation on a quiet Galle hillside."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Located in Koggala (Galle District), Kahanda Kanda is close to Handunugoda Tea Museum and Martin Wickramsinghe Folk Museum." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Nine freestanding pavilions blend into the lush jungle at this former private home set on a 12-acre working tea estate five miles inland from Galle Fort." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"Kahanda Kanda in Galle is an eight-room residence on a lush green tea plantation, popular with peacocks, parakeets, mongoose and monkeys." Full review
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We set off early, heading south via the new toll road, avoiding Colombo; quick and convenient, yes, but we soon wearied of the lack of action and detoured to join everyone else on the bustling – and at times still perilous – Galle Road.
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"Sri Lanka's standout Kahanda Kanda hotel is an artistically-styled and couples-orientated boutique hotel in the Galle hills." Full review
The Fortress Resort & Spa
The Fortress Resort & Spa
8 / 10
Koggala, Habaraduwa, Koggala, Sri Lanka
From $185 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The best place to unwind after taking in the cultural triangle-- unspoilt, blissful luxury." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Located on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, the Fortress draws its architectural inspiration from the famed Galle Fort." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Ideal for those not worried about watching their wallets or who are willing to spend a bit more to have the expected upscale hotel comforts of the Western world, The Fortress is a solid pick." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Within a walled garden and fronting a long beach on the island’s southern shore, this 49-room resort is designed to resemble a traditional walauwa, or noble residence." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Revel in infinity pools, 53 chic urban-style rooms with whirlpool baths and rain showers, superb dining and more." Full review
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