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Niyagama House

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A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky. - Niyagama House (Galle)
A wooden table with a bowl in the center, a wicker sofa with green cushions, and a wooden bookshelf. - Niyagama House (Galle)
A four-poster bed with a canopy, two bedside tables with lamps, and a floral arrangement on each table. - Niyagama House (Galle)
A large, two-story building with a green roof, surrounded by dense forest. There are several outdoor seating areas with blue umbrellas. - Niyagama House (Galle)
A spacious room with wooden floors, large windows, and yoga mats arranged for practice. - Niyagama House (Galle)
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Niyagama House. Indulge in a body scrub, a body wrap, and Ayurvedic treatments at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Verandah, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and pool views. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Room options

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A room with a four-poster bed, a wooden table, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Room

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

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A room with a four-poster bed, a wooden nightstand, a table with a potted plant, and a wicker chair.

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a marble floor.

Deluxe Double or Twin Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a canopy, a wooden cabinet, a table with chairs, and a potted plant.

Superior Double or Twin Suite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A room with a canopy bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a chair with a plant.

Comfort Double Room

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

About the neighborhood

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Puwakgashena Rd, Akmeemana, Galle, Southern Province

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and several boats anchored near the water's edge.
    Unawatuna Beach
    12 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • A beach with palm trees, flags, and a view of the sea.
    Jungle Beach
    13 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • A coastal town with a prominent white church, a lighthouse, and a rocky shoreline.
    Galle Fort
    14 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Dewata Beach
    10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Sahana Beach
    11 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Aga Coffee
    14 min drive
  • The Shack Beach Cafe
    13 min drive
  • Milkyway
    8 min drive
  • Sahana Cool Spot
    9 min drive
  • Way Home Hut
    7 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 40 km
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Verandah

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

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 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 11 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 125.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Niyagama House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Niyagama House 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 Niyagama House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Niyagama House?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Does Niyagama House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 125.00 per vehicle applies.

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

Niyagama House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Relaxing oasis in luxurious nature

Niyagama House is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday. We enjoyed meditation as well as yoga sessions and the food was fantastic!
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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I can't imagine there being a better place in Galle. Peaceful. Quiet. Lovely owner. She was so nice to us, my wife was pregnant and even let us stay a bit longer whilst we waited for our taxi as she wasn't feeling well. What a lovely human being! We were welcomed with drinks and a hotel towel. Breakfast was amazing. Staff are really nice. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
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8/10 Good

John

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Lovely boutique hotel

Perfect place to chill, excellent hosts and so relaxing, great pool. Shame no facility for making tea/coffee in room. Evening meal on first night a bit underwhelming, but excellent on second night- not sure which is norm. Very good breakfast. Wi-fi unreliable to non existent, even in public areas - but then that’s not why you stay here, although frustrating if you need to make forward plans. Would have stayed longer!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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Relaxing and peaceful surroundings with plenty of birdlife. Excellent food and lovely staff too.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lena

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We stayed here for 2 nights and enjoyed every minute of it. The place is wonderful, the hosts and staff are very kind and attentive and the food is delicious. In sum, a perfect start of our holidays! We therefore highly recommend the Niyagama House and will definitely come back when we are in Sri Lanka again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samanali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful quiet boutique hotel

WE LOVED OUR STAY HERE! Such a beautiful boutique hotel located on such a quite premises. Everything about this place was amazing. The morning yoga class was the perfect start to our day. Will definitely stay here longer next time!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Deborah

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service was good but prob won’t be back again

Looks nice and definitely out of the way which I already was aware of. However they did not have simple amenities like toothbrushes or bedroom slippers which you expect for paying so much. Even the fan was not working and they didn’t give us a duvet until we had to ask for it. Transport to the city area was not provided free which probably should have been. Appreciated the hospitality but won’t be back again..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nyarai

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Most idealic setting for a holiday get away

I stayed at the Niyagama House for 5 nights. It was initially supposed to be 4 nights but I was having such a great time I extended an extra night. A friend of mine had recommended it as a great place to unwind, so I knew what to expect, but what I experienced was a lot more than I expected. What a place! The house is set in a beautiful tea plantation. the rooms are beautifully decorated. It has a beautiful pool and a lovely dining area with amazing views of the beautifully manicured garden and the tea plantation. The food served everyday was delicious. The staff were very welcoming and accommodating, always aiming to provide a 1st class service. I didn’t get to meet the owner Elke as she was away. Her replacement was a lovely lady called Ewa. Ewa took the Morning 1.5-2 hour yoga/ meditation classes and a few evening we go on to the roof and experiment with different medication methods at dusk. The classes were all provided to accommodate the people in the class, they were fun and I learnt a lot from Ewa. She also provided a great Thai massage which I had never had before. I have a stressful life in London, and this stay was exactly what I needed to help me unwind, restored and refreshed. I would highly recommend Niyagama for a relaxed yoga and meditation retreat get away destination. It is also a 20 minutes tuk tuk ride from historic town Galle and also easy access to beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Utterly beautiful and relaxing place, we had an unforgettable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lindsay

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Fabulous hotel

We spent 6 nights in a luxurious room( great bed) in a tranquil, beautiful location on a small tea plantation. The staff were wonderful, food very high standard including authentic local dishes. The location is amazing but close enough to the sea and beaches, 20 mins by Tuk Tuk taxi ( under £5 each way) to enjoy all the area has to offer. Highly recommend, it is a hidden gem !
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Willow

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Superb boutique hotel.

Niyagama House is a fantastic boutique hotel with excellent staff who offer a very personal touch. The food is great, the pool is amazing and the yoga lessons are top notch! If you are after a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of Galle then this place is for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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Beautiful tranquil hotel

Beautiful tranquil hotel within within easy reach of Galle. Friendly staff, fabulous food (specially the 'Curries of the Day' - order 1 hour in advance), and a great massage. One of the best hotels anywhere in the world that we have ever stayed in... and a perfect start to our trip round Sri Lanka.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Perfect Peaceful Getaway Retreat

Amazing property and yoga experience. Excellent and friendly service. Delicious curries. Definitely a hidden gem - and the actual place is far more beautiful than the photos suggest!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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Niyagama House - A little piece of paradise

Niyagama House was absolutely amazing and I would thoroughly recommend to anyone who is looking for some much needed R&R. Elke and her team did everything to ensure everything we could possibly need was taken care of. The location, accommodation and food was superb. If you are into Yoga then the aerial class was brilliant and a lot of fun!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

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Traumhaft mitten in der Natur. Erholung pur.

Einfach nur traumhaft schön. Leider wurden wir nicht informiert, dass während unseres Aufenthalts kein Yoga angeboten wird.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miles

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Wonderful gem of a boutique hotel

A fantastic boutique hotel with a wonderful host, great pool and sublime food. Great for escaping the world and doing some yoga surrounded by birds, monkeys and unspoilt views. There are many things to do in the area that the charming staff will help arrange for you. The food is seriously good and very reasonably priced. Rooms aren't huge but they are individually decorated with four posted beds. No TV in the rooms but you won't miss it. Massages can be arranged and they are very competently done and cheap when compared to other hotels in Sri Lanka.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

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Luxusní relaxační pobyt

Harmonie přírody, atmosféry a samotného hotelu jsou unikátní.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Fabulous location

Fabulous!!! Beautiful!! Highly recommended! Great food, fabulous location and gorgeous accommodation
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018