Niyagama House

Niyagama House is by far the most beautiful and peaceful retreat we've ever visited. We were thrilled to return for the fourth time. Practicing yoga with Elke is always a highlight—she has an extensive knowledge of yoga and leads inspiring classes, but what truly sets her apart is her sweetness, humility, and wonderful sense of humor. Elke is the perfect hostess. The shalas are the most beautiful spaces we've ever practiced in, and the house, with its stunning architecture, is impeccably clean. The pool and pool area are top-notch, and the food is absolutely delicious. A walk through the lush garden, surrounded by a variety of plants, birds, and monkeys, only adds to the sense of tranquility. Niyagama House is the ideal place to find peace of mind, calm, and balance. We're already looking forward to our next visit!

I had an amazing time at Niyagama House! I spent 3 days there at the end of my Sri Lanka trip. I spent my time doing great yoga classes (hatha and aerial), chilling by the pool, staring at the trees from my balcony (that were filled with cute black monkeys and hornbills), and got an amazing massage. Would definitely recommend

Completely Overhyped — Regret Booking This Place I rarely leave bad reviews, but I feel compelled to warn others about Niyagama House. What was marketed as a peaceful luxury retreat turned out to be one of the most disappointing experiences I’ve ever had in Sri Lanka. The location is extremely remote and hard to access. Once you’re there, you’re basically stuck — no nearby restaurants, shops, or transport options unless you pay a premium. The so-called luxury room was outdated, poorly ventilated, and far from the “boutique comfort” they promote. The bed was stiff, the bathroom smelled damp, and basic amenities like Wi-Fi and hot water were unreliable at best. Staff interactions felt robotic. There was no warmth or effort to make us feel welcome. Every request felt like a bother to them. The food? Uninspired, repetitive, and definitely not worth the price. You’re charged like it’s fine dining but served like it’s a low-effort hostel kitchen. We chose this place for the yoga and spa offerings — but again, total letdown. Yoga sessions were generic and rushed, with no personalization or guidance. The massage felt like someone just going through the motions — zero sense of professionalism or serenity. What could have been a tranquil, wellness-focused stay turned into a frustrating, isolating experience. We checked out feeling more drained than when we arrived. I wouldn’t recommend Niyagama House to anyone looking for value, comfort, or authentic hospitality. There are far better options in and around Galle.

Property was not operating right now. It was a waste of our time and destroy our all the holiday plans. Verry dissapointed about the wrong details on booking engines abouth that property. Un acceptable plce and. We cant imagine why people are put wrong reviews on that place.

This place was amazing. There is no where like it. There is so much care, thought and love put into every small tiny detail. Owned, designed, built and run by a family of passionate and kind people who went above and beyond to make our experience comfortable and memorable. And on top of that it is a beautiful luxury accommodation set amongst nature. Our room overlooked a panorama of jungle. There were monkeys in the trees 10 meters from us. So many birds during the day and fireflies at night. And the pool. It was impossible to get out. Highly recommend this unique way of experiencing Sri Lanka

If you love nature and being out of the noisy tourist centre, look no further! This gorgeous, eco-friendly home is an absolute paradise, nestled in amongst lush jungle and tea plantations, it is the perfect place to rest and restore. There is an abundance of beautiful birds, squirrels, monkeys and flowers, and Elke and her incredible team made us feel so welcome (also the food is amazing!) I am already planning my mext visit, thank you for a truly magical stay🏵