Reviews of Villa Ema
No 343B, Pitiwella, 80270 Galle, Sri Lanka
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Reviewed: September 7, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewThe place is amazing! The room was very clean, spacious and luxurious. The lady was very nice and we shared great talks. They have a very skilled personal chef that cooks delicious food. I would recommend eyes closed!
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Hello 👋 We are extremely impressed for reviewing your stay at Villa Ema as a wonderful one !! Thanks for your generosity 🙏🌺 Gratefully Asintha & Sithara
Reviewed: August 31, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewOne of the best memories during our Shri Lanka trip. Thank you very much for making our stay exceptionally good.
Reviewed: August 25, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 12, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe breakfast was lovely and the staff were very attentive and friendly and so accommodating. The live-in chef's food was second-to-none!
Reviewed: August 8, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAmazing family hosting, wonderful chef, incredibly clean and beautiful home. The family were very caring and took amazing care of us.
Thanks for the lovely words It impressed us
Reviewed: July 26, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewVery friendly staff, you really feel at home. The rooms and bathrooms are very clean and well maintained. Also the rest of the house is really nice.
Thank you for lovely words Regards from Asintha & Sithara
Reviewed: July 13, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: July 8, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWe really enjoyed the greenery that surrounded the villa and how spacious the rooms and hallways were.
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We never knew enough words to thank you for portraying Villa Ema as the best destination of all We always try to make every stay a memorable one Thanks for supporting!! Gratefully Asintha & Sithara
Reviewed: June 24, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewProperty was clean and very well maintained.
Thanks for the best words ever We appreciate you and kindness a lot Thankfully Asintha & Sithara
Reviewed: June 17, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe facilities and services of Villa are excellent.
The location is not meet the expectations of me.
Reviewed: June 15, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: June 14, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewVery close to beach and main road and yet very quiet and peaceful. I could hear the birds chirping all the time — a cheerful sound drowned out by the din in cities. The staff and owners were awesome, the food amazing and the property absolutely beautiful. Highly recommend it.
Nothing. Everything was perfect. Wish I had more days.
Hello there!! We are so happy to receive this comment from you this means a lot and please kindly visit us!! This melts us portraying Villa Ema as a hidden gem among all !! You were amazing and we really miss you !! Gratefully Asintha & Sithara
Hello there!! We are so happy to receive this comment from you this means a lot and please kindly visit us!! This melts us portraying Villa Ema as a hidden gem among all !! You were amazing and we really miss you !! Gratefully Asintha … Show more
Reviewed: June 14, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: June 10, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful villa with super friendly hosts. You will be taken care of 24/7 with anything you need - organize your ti on the island, hire any guides etc. I felt like I didn't have to worry about anything at all. Just relax. The villa is situated far from noisy city and you will be surrounded by beautiful jungles with fresh air and nice vibes like in White Lotus.
Everything was perfect
Wow!! This is absolutely amazing the feedback on your stay of five nights !! Still we miss your presence at the Villa Tha nk you so much for sharing your experience with everyone!! Hope to see you soon Gratefully Asintha & Sithara
Reviewed: June 9, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe owner was very much cordial. She tried to make us comfortable from all sides. Everytime I passed-by her she greeted with a smile. The staff are good as well.
A bit more lighting at the gate, would be better at night. Breakfast could be upgraded.
Reviewed: June 9, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: May 16, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: May 13, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewA wonderful property and interior design. The Owners are a lovely couple, very welcoming with a wonderful vision for service in beautiful Galle. The staff are all helpful including the chef making meals at our request, A great touch to the villa. The yard is very green, with a soft lawn, sun beds and a hammock. Elephants are a 15 minute Walk.
Be ready for the heat
Reviewed: May 3, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewGreat property! Incredibly friendly and accommodating staff. Would highly recommend them.
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Thanks for the lovely words Gratefully Asintha & Sithara
Reviewed: April 29, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: April 23, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewIt was the most beautiful villa where we stayd trough our trip in Sri Lanka. The king room was very clean and spacious where was big wardeobe and spacious shower. The atmosphere was incredible and the area was quiet so you can really rest there. Beach is also 5min by foot and there are several restaurants near the area. The hosts are very friendly and welldisposed. We also liked that the breakfast was at the common table so you can talk to other tourists and host, also every morning is different local dish.
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Greetings to both of you !! 👋👋 We can’t be grateful enough for this wonderful feedback which melts us literally 🥹🥹 So thank you so and sooo much for being such generous in wording your lovely experience at Villa Ema!! Kindly please visit us again Bless you Gratefully Asintha & Sithara
Greetings to both of you !! 👋👋 We can’t be grateful enough for this wonderful feedback which melts us literally 🥹🥹 So thank you so and sooo much for being such generous in wording your lovely experience at Villa Ema!! Kindly please visit u… Show more
Reviewed: April 22, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewWe had a wonderful stay at Villa Ema — one of the most beautiful places we stayed at during our trip through Sri Lanka. It’s a true oasis of peace where the only sounds you hear are birds chirping — absolutely fantastic! The owners and staff were incredibly friendly and easy to reach via WhatsApp. They were always helpful and attentive. We highly recommend this place to anyone travelling to Sri Lanka and looking for a stay in the Galle area!
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Hey hey We are literally impressed to see such lovely words and we can’t thank you enough for spending your valuable time for us!!🥹🥹 Please visit us again Cheers from Asintha & Sithara
Reviewed: April 21, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe villa is beautiful, is well equipped, the garden is amazing and the people are excecional. Definitely recommend after or before exploring Galle. Thank you to all the staff of Villa Ema, we will definitely coming back.
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Hello hello This is to convey our sincere gratitude for selecting us and reaching at our wonderful Villa You were amazing and we literally lov to accommodate such nice and generous guests everytime Thankfully Asintha & Sithara
Reviewed: April 15, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: April 9, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewWe had a great stay at Villa Ema! The owners are incredibly kind and friendly, and helped us plan our onward travel and have many suggestions of what to do in the local area. The property is very peaceful and quiet and the room was very clean and spacious.
Hello again 👋👋 We can’t thank you enough for being such kind towards us for leaving such a wonderful comment on your last stay with us !! Please visit us again Thankfully Asintha & Sithara