Title: The Fortress Balumgala - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/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) ![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) ![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 drapes - The Fortress Balumgala (Kadugannawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36300000/36293500/36293476/1a0684a5.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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Airport (CMB) - 169 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kfc - ‬17 min drive - ‪Pilimathawala Tea Factory - ‬11 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 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), a porter/bellhop, and tour/ticket assistance - A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and barbecue grills 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. 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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 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 ### 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? ### 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? 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