SOUTH COAST BEACH RESORTS
Beach room
7 nts with flights from £ 1345pp extra night from £ 78pp INCLUDES 2 FREE NIGHTS
Fortress room
7 nts with flights from £ 1565pp extra night from £ 119pp INCLUDES 2 FREE NIGHTS
THE FORTRESS RESORT & SPA
5★ Koggala , close to Galle
Mimicking the style of a powerful ancient fortress , this Sri Lankan gem is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and situated beside the glimmering sands of the golden southern coast . Only 30 minutes away from the historic Galle Fort and close to picturesque Koggala Lake , its location challenges any beachside retreat . Rooms are the epitome of luxury with a distinct style and naturally modern twist ; ocean view rooms are particularly recommended . The spa offers an array of signature treatments and dining is an experience to relish .
Features : 53 rooms • 3 restaurants • teppanyaki corner • 2 bars • wine cellar
• swimming pool • gym • spa • dive centre nearby • free WiFi
Accommodation : In spacious Fortress rooms , on ground or first floor , with open plan bathroom with bath and separate shower , DVD , mini bar , safe and shared courtyard and walled patio .
Room upgrades : Higher floor ocean rooms from £ 25 with split-level living area
• ground floor beach rooms with jacuzzi bath from £ 41 • ground floor beach splash rooms from £ 53 with a private indoor plunge pool • two storey ocean loft suites from £ 84 with separate living room , private indoor plunge pool and balcony . Family rooms also available .
Meals : Breakfast . Four course a la carte half board from £ 39 , full board from £ 67 and all inclusive from £ 85 .
Private transfers : 2 hours from Colombo airport . Domestic fl ights are also available from £ 259 . Please ask for details .
PREMIER PLUS
FREE nights
4 for 3 , 7 for 5 & 11 for 8 : 01 Aug-31 Oct 24 & 26 Apr-31 Oct 25 . 5 for 4 : 01 Nov-23 Dec 24 & 01 Nov-23 Dec 25 . 7 for 6 : 11 Jan-25 Apr 25 .
Free nights include breakfast and can be multiplied . Early booking 20 % room discount : On selected dates Aug-Oct 24 .
FREE room upgrade : 01 Sep-31 Oct 24 , 26 Apr-25 Jul & 01 Sep-31 Oct 25 if you stay at least 3 nights and book at least 45 days before arrival . Upgrade is from Fortress to ocean room or ocean to beach room .
£ 25 food & beverage credit & £ 25 spa credit ( per room per stay ): 01 Nov-23 Dec 24 , 11 Jan-25 Apr , 26 Jul-31 Aug & 01 Nov-23 Dec 25 if you book at least 45 days before arrival and stay 5 nights . Not applicable if on all inclusive .
£ 50 spa credit ( per room per stay ): 01 Nov-23 Dec 24 , 11 Jan-25 Apr , 26 Jul-31 Aug & 01 Nov-23 Dec 25 if you book at least 45 days before arrival and are booked for at least 5 nights on all inclusive . Honeymoons : 01 Aug-19 Dec 24 & 11 Jan-19 Dec 25 if you stay 4 nights receive 25 % room discount and a £ 50 spa voucher per couple .
KUMU BEACH
5★BOUTIQUE Balapitiya
Beneath gently swaying coconut palms on Balapitiya ’ s serene boulder-scattered stretch of sand is Kumu Beach , an enchanting chic boutique property making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy personalised high-end service . Part of the Teardrop Hotels group , sustainability issues are key and include offering locally sourced organic food and employing staff from the local area . All of the inviting rooms showcase contemporary Sri Lankan style however our personal favourites are the ocean view rooms and suites . Enjoy alfresco dining experiences , gourmet al a carte menus and sundowners while taking in the stunning sea views from the lawn . The broad sandy beach is just the spot for long strolls or dips in the warm Indian Ocean and is also prime turtle-nesting territory . At nearby Bentota , there are watersports galore . Hikkaduwa is the place for surfi ng and , if it ’ s culture you seek , be sure to visit the striking former homes and estates of legendary brothers Geoffrey and Bevis Bawa .
Features : 10 rooms • restaurant and bar • infi nity swimming pool • spa
• free WiFi
Accommodation : In upper fl oor Kumu rooms with twin beds , shower , mini bar and safe .
Room upgrades : Ocean view rooms from £ 41 , which feature a custom designed four-poster bed and balcony or veranda • ocean view suites from £ 75 , with a large separate lounge area and direct access onto the garden or balconies with beautiful Indian Ocean views .
Meals : Breakfast . Half board from £ 42 ( 3-course a la carte dinner with house tea or coffee ).
Private transfers : 1½ hours from Colombo airport .
PREMIER PLUS
FREE nights 3 for 2 : On selected dates Aug-Dec 24 , Mar-Dec 25 & Mar 26 .
Early booking room discount up to 30 %: On selected dates Aug- Dec 24 , Mar-Dec 25 & Mar 26 .
FREE daily afternoon tea : Served in the Sitting Room from 3.30-4.30pm . FREE mini bar : Includes a selection of soft drinks . FREE daily Social Hour : With free flow of selected alcoholic & soft drinks .
Ocean view room visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 444 • www . premierholidays . co . uk SRI LANKA 205