Very nice staff, great food and beautiful place. Nice and spacious rooms.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing

The friendliness of the people. Gorgeous pool and clean room

Stayed in July 2025

Sheets and towels whilst clean, had stains on them which was a little off putting. Cold swimming pool.

Welcome hosts who genuinely care about your stay, they absolutely aim to please. We spent one night to rest after a long flight, which was just 30 mins from airport. Taxi arranged at very reasonable rate. Breakfast and dinner traditional and great for what we paid.

Stayed in August 2025

2nd time with Villa Shade. The host prepared us wonderful dinner and breakfast. Clean pool to chill. Quiet part of town makes it perfect location for starting our Sri Lanka retreat.

Stayed in July 2025

The staff did everything to make our stay perfect, and it was! The place is very calm, and the atmosphere is great. There are plenty of tropical plants also.

Stayed in July 2025

We liked everything!

The staff was excellent: very friendly and very helpful. They were also very flexible with times for breakfast and dinner. The servicelevel was higher then we expected. The athmosphere around the villa was very nice: quiet and cosy. The villa and swimmingpool were super. It was a perfect place to adjust to the weather eand time after a long flight. I would definitely recommend it.

Stayed in July 2025

Very nice pool but just a tip to watch your step a bit, especially with little children, they might hurt their feet on the wooden floor next to the pool

Super nice, cosy place with beautiful flora/fauna. Friendly staff with a big smile 😊 Good local breakfast and dinner 👌🏻

Stayed in July 2025

The breakfast was delicious.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing

This was a beautiful location with an extensive garden. The owners and staff are very friendly and welcome you like family

Stayed in June 2025

It would be good to add mosquito nets as there are quite a few around.

Super nice and quite hotel. Staff was extremely kind.

Stayed in April 2025

We had a wonderful time at Villa Shade. The staff is incredibly kind and considerate, really doing everything they can to provide you a comfortable and enjoyable stay. We had great food from which most of the fruits and vegetables where from the local garden that the owner gave us a personal tour of. He was incredibly courteous and you could feel the passion he and his wife put into growing the place over the past few decades. Furthermore, my girlfriend has celiac disease and he went out of his way to make sure she could safely eat breakfast and dinner. The place itself is beautiful and the room was comfortable. I can fully recommend staying at Villa Shade, whether you stay near Negombo for multiple days, or just as a stay-over when flying in our out of Colombo airport.

Stayed in May 2025

Be careful my 16 year old daughter got locked in the bathroom with a faulty lock. We had to call the manager with a key to get her out. The breakfast was bit overpriced, we didn't feel like we got very much and we are not big eaters.

Good for a night's stay after a late-night flight arrival.

Stayed in April 2025

It was very unique, and it was well maintained and comfortable

Stayed in April 2025

The only minor negative was that the wooden planks around the pool were a bit shabby and needed a bit of TLC.

We stayed here the first and last nights of our trip and it was ideal to get to and from the airport (about 20-25 mins taxi ride). The staff were exceptional and the traditional Sri Lankan breakfast, lunch, and dinners were superb. Without us having to ask, they also catered to our two young children food-wise. The lads who worked there were amazing, playful and friendly with the kids and even took the time to show them round the organic vegetable garden. Our room was lovely with an indoor/outdoor bathroom and small kitchenette. Overall a perfect stay!

Stayed in April 2025

Very nice nook within the city. Staff is very friendly and courteous.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing- all was as expected

Everything went very smoothly here, from the late night airport pick up we arranged via the hotel right up to our departure the next day. This made a big difference after a long day of travel with young children. The family villa was clean and comfortable with good AC and we had a great sleep. Loved waking up to the sound of birds singing in the morning. The breakfast of hoppers, local fruit etc was delicious. The well established and maintained gardens made for a relaxing setting and the kids enjoyed climbing up the treehouse, playing basketball etc. Everyone there was very friendly from the owner to the staff. Highly recommend Villa Shade.

Stayed in April 2025

Was a good option for us after a long flight as we asked for dinner to be prepared. Kids were also happy with the pool. Nice garden. The room in the cottage is OK, the one in the main building not so much, as the window was towards the kitchen and the toilet was not great.

Stayed in April 2025

Great place to land when entering the country. Very comfortable and we felt at home right away.

Stayed in April 2025

It was a really nice place to start our holiday. Very friendly and helpfull staff, a clean room, nice pool,…

Stayed in April 2025

All good

Peace and quiet, with beautiful trees and gardens surrounding. The pool was a pleasure to relax and watch the abundant bird life. The owner Shiraj went out of his way to make our stay very special,with gifts of fresh fruit from the garden His staff of young men attended to our every need,and were fun to be with. Thank you for a most enjoyable stay.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing not to like, nothing at all.

The warm welcome and refreshing coconut water 💦 was just the start of our experience. The room, kitchen and bathroom were spotless. The fan and aircon were a bonus. Take some time to visit the organic orchard and herb garden as well as explore the pristine house garden. Truly a special place.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

Perfect stay. Super kind and helpful people. Helped when my daughter became very ill. So thankful

Stayed in March 2025

Amazing facilities, beautiful property, the most hospitable staff. Highly recommend.

Stayed in March 2025

A few extra hoops in the bathroom would be nice to hang clothes.

We had a wonderful stay here. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed and immediately felt at home. The garden is truly beautiful, with an abundance of vegetables and fruit that they grow themselves. If you’re interested, they are happy to give you a tour of the garden. Most of the people spoke good English, and some are still working on improving their skills. The pool was clean and well-maintained. The breakfast was typically Sri Lankan and absolutely delicious – a fantastic way to start the day. Shiraj and Deleksion (I hope I spelled the name correctly) were incredibly helpful and very kind. We will be spending our last night in Sri Lanka here as well, so see you soon!

Stayed in March 2025