A tranquil haven in natures embrace Niyagama House is a hidden gem, a sanctuary of tranquility nestled 20 minutes inland from the bustling Galle Fort and the mesmerizing Indian Ocean. From the warm welcome to the meticulously maintained gardens, every detail reflects the love and care poured into this family-run boutique hotel and yoga retreat. The authentic Sri Lankan cuisine served here is an absolute delight – a gastronomic journey that introduces the vibrant flavors of the island. The culinary experience alone is reason enough to choose Niyagama House. What sets this retreat apart is the thoughtful service. The beds are adorned with flowers every night, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. The team, led by Elke and Prasad, ensures a perfect blend of Eastern hospitality and Western comfort. The daily yoga and meditation classes, coupled with the chlorine-free pool, offer a rejuvenating escape. In our stay, we experienced the unique touch of having our beds made twice a day, showcasing the commitment to guest comfort. This, combined with the harmonious surroundings and the aromatic fragrance of tropical blooms, made our stay truly enchanting. If you seek a place where time slows down, where nature and luxury coexist seamlessly, Niyagama House is your destination. Our heartfelt gratitude to the entire team for curating an experience that lingers in our hearts.

Second stay in this peaceful and relaxing boutique hotel. Everything is done to make your stay a fantastic experience. Great set up, great staff and wonderful owner. If you are into yoga you will love the place.

Perfect for a romantic getaway! The house is very peaceful and the staff and managers are the kindest and most attentive people I've met. I recommend taking a walking tour of the village while you're there as well as the plantation.

Unlike any other place I've been. A nature's retreat set amongst a tea plantation, featuring beautiful architecture, unique wildlife, delicious daily menus and numerous relaxation opportunities. The owners and staff maintain an incredibly high standard of quality and service.

Really beautiful place in the middle of a tea plantation and amazing host. We really enjoyed our time there. 200% recommended

Beautiful place to relax Lovely staff and the owners

Niyagama House – A Tranquil Oasis in Sri Lanka Niyagama House is a hidden gem in Sri Lanka, offering an unforgettable retreat in nature. The hilltop location provides stunning views of Galle's landscape and the distant sea, offering a perfect secret escape. The fusion of traditional Sri Lankan aesthetics and modern comforts is impressive. The spacious rooms are elegantly furnished, exuding luxury while maintaining a cozy atmosphere. Comfortable beds, with both AC and ceiling fan for those warm nights. The best part of our stay was the warm and attentive hospitality from Elke and the staff. Their professionalism, genuine smiles, and willingness to go the extra mile left a lasting impression. They assisted with travel, shared local insights, and ensured all our needs were met promptly. Niyagama House's facilities cater to both relaxation and adventure. We used the infinity pool overlooking the valley daily it was a true delight, as well as a guided nature walk and cultural attractions which further enriched our experience. We loved the on-site restaurant, which offered a delightful fusion of local and international dishes that left us fully satisfied after every breakfast and evening meal. Our summary, Niyagama House is a true haven for nature lovers seeking luxury and warm hospitality. Whether it's a romantic getaway, family vacation, or solo retreat, this enchanting spot promises an unforgettable stay in Sri Lanka. We left with many memories, a desire to return, and wholeheartedly recommend Niyagama House for an exceptional experience. The dedication and passion of Elke and the staff undoubtedly contributed to this positive review and we can completely understand the recommendations shared by many others who have enjoyed Niyagama House's hospitality.

Fantastic stay in this piece of heaven! Me and my wife stayed for a 4 day blissfull meditation and yoga retreat. Everything here really exceeded our expectations! Great yoga with amazing teacher! Fantastic place, service, food and surroundings! If you want to recharge and relax this piece of heaven is the right place to be!!

Nice place and view nice to relax and enjoy 😊😊

A hotel with swimming pool, perfect stay for the family and kids. Great service. We have just visited for 2 days, but it was awesome experience.

Perfect for a romantic getaway! The house is very peaceful and the staff and managers are the kindest and most attentive people I've met. I recommend taking a walking tour of the village while you're there as well as the plantation.

Really beautiful place in the middle of a tea plantation and amazing host. We really enjoyed our time there. 200% recommended

Beautifully designed, colonial-style house is set in the heart of a working tea plantation, with lush green surroundings you can literally swim & sunbathe among st the monkeys and tropical birds alike (it’s also worth noting the monkeys know not to come up to the actual house/ pool area so don’t bother you in the slightest!). The rooms are big, comfortable & kept very clean, mosquito nets are also provided, although we didn’t see too many.

Unlike any other place I've been. A nature's retreat set amongst a tea plantation, featuring beautiful architecture, unique wildlife, delicious daily menus and numerous relaxation opportunities. The owners and staff maintain an incredibly high standard of quality and service.

Second stay in this peaceful and relaxing boutique hotel. Everything is done to make your stay a fantastic experience. Great set up, great staff and wonderful owner. If you are into yoga you will love the place.

featuring beautiful architecture, unique wildlife, delicious daily menus and numerous relaxation opportunities. The owners and staff maintain an incredibly high standard of quality and service.

Really extraordinary place. Beautiful and peaceful. Excellent owner and stuff. Thanks for having me.

Really beautiful place in the middle of a tea plantation and amazing host. We really enjoyed our time there. 200% recommended

I recommended to everyone to stayed here for nights and loved it. You will feel very relaxing and great customer care. Would recommend

recently had the pleasure of returning to Niyagama House for the forth time. My last visit was in 2018 and as you can imagine I wasn’t quite sure what to expect!. Well any concerns soon disappeared when I landed and was greeted at the airport by a familiar face. 90 minutes later I was at Niyagama House and it was so lovely to see Elke and the team. The whole trip was just pure bliss, most days started with Yoga with Elke, breakfast overlooking the pool, and lazy afternoon’s drinking lovely tea from the plantation. The biggest change since 2018 was the new building with an even larger yoga studio, anybody looking to organize a yoga retreat in Sri Lanka should definitely consider Niyagama House or like me if your a solo traveller this was just perfect. The high season is now and I’m 100% coming back again in 2023.

Really beautiful place in the middle of a tea plantation and amazing host. We really enjoyed our time there.

Fantastic stay in this piece of heaven! Me and my wife stayed for a 4 day blissfull meditation and yoga retreat. Everything here really exceeded our expectations! Great yoga with amazing teacher! Fantastic place, service, food and surroundings! If you want to recharge and relax this piece of heaven is the right place to be!! Mattias

I heard from one of my friend that Its a nice place to stay with friend and families... Nice scenario outside and inside.. nice ground staff.. hope one day i will be there chilling with my partner .

Perfect for a romantic getaway! The house is very peaceful and the staff and managers are the kindest and most attentive people I've met. i just love it.

Awesome sote scenes from room. Hygiene and Clean with quality food. Unlike other high-end hotels in the region, material and design is very tasteful and solid. View is great.

Great yoga get-away for calm and peace. Designed and maintained by a friendly german expat. Unlike other high-end hotels in the region, material and design is very tasteful and solid. View is great. Food has (relatively) healthy options and pool is great for swimming. It's a bit out in nowhere so recommend staying at the hotel most of the time.

I recently had the pleasure of returning to Niyagama House for the forth time. My last visit was in 2018 and as you can imagine I wasn’t quite sure what to expect!. Well any concerns soon disappeared when I landed and was greeted at the airport by a familiar face. 90 minutes later I was at Niyagama House and it was so lovely to see Elke and the team. The whole trip was just pure bliss, most days started with Yoga with Elke, breakfast overlooking the pool, and lazy afternoon’s drinking lovely tea from the plantation. The biggest change since 2018 was the new building with an even larger yoga studio, anybody looking to organize a yoga retreat in Sri Lanka should definitely consider Niyagama House or like me if your a solo traveller this was just perfect. The high season is now and I’m 100% coming back again in 2023.

Beautifully designed, colonial-style house is set in the heart of a working tea plantation, with lush green surroundings you can literally swim & sunbathe among st the monkeys and tropical birds alike (it’s also worth noting the monkeys know not to come up to the actual house/ pool area so don’t bother you in the slightest!). The rooms are big, comfortable & kept very clean, mosquito nets are also provided, although we didn’t see too many. A special praise goes for the food. the menu might seem rather limited at the first sight, but the daily changing specials are constantly offering great choices. It was worth every penny - highly recommend!

We stayed here for a week or so while on holiday break. I would recommend folks shopping at this price point strongly consider a different hotel. Pros: + beautiful grounds + very comfortable pool + nice breakfast + helpful staff + relaxing atmosphere + hotel organizes tuktuks to the beach for a reasonable price Cons: - the price point for the quality and generosity of the service and experience is ridiculously expensive for what you get. The place seems to position itself as “high end luxury” where in reality the WIFI sucks and barely works, the hot water only worked 40% of the time despite alerting the staff, the AC was loud and noisy hurting your sleep, there are insects in the room, the rooms are very dark, and there are no true black out curtains. - Greed. We understand there’s a mark up for services at hotels, but everything seemed to come with a ridiculous mark up. For example, we originally asked the hotel to organize a taxi transfer for us and then found out they charged us 2x the rate we booked in town. There was a fee for using beach towels and they charged us for washing the towels each time too! They attempted to provide special meals for Xmas and NYE at about 5X the in town price (equivalent to a high end restaurant in NYC). There was a fee for getting water with your already paid for breakfast (!!!). Finally, they don’t even replace the soap in the shower, we had to keep asking and never had enough. Overall, I would recommend this place either shapes up their offering to meet the price point, or really brings down the prices. In addition, treating your customers as wallets doesn’t really generate good will.

Stayed here for three nights and loved it. Very relaxing and great customer care. Would recommend

Our stay at Niyagama House was incredible. The attention to detail with everything from the flowers on the bed to the stunning architecture. Elke has created a truely unique and special place. She is so kind and helped us with out every nees. The yoga classes were amazing. She catered very well to mine and my father differing yoga abilities. Also the Aerial Yoga is a must!! The class was really fun. Also the staff are so kind and thoughtful. We will be coming back in the future!

Good place

We had such a wonderful time at Niyagama House. Nestled in the heart of a tea plantation, it's the perfect place to get away from the everyday hustle and bustle and get in touch with nature. The team took great care of us from the moment we arrived and spared no effort to make our every wish come true. The rooms are stylishly furnished and the entire building impresses with its regional architecture paired with modern comfort. A very special thank you goes to the kitchen, which provided us with delicacies every day – with good sensitivity for regional/seasonal products and an eye for sustainability. If you feel like being more active, you can quickly order a tuk-tuk to Galle and be at the sea in 20 minutes. Thank you for putting so much heart and soul into our stay – we will definitely be back!