Good value for the price paid. Large rooms and nice staff

Stayed in February 2025

The pool pump was broken so the pool water was a tad green. They were fixing the pump whilst I was there so hopefully will be all good soon.

The couple that run the villa were incredibly friendly and helpful. Couldn't fault them. And the property as excellent value for money. Clean and comfy beds and rooms, some common areas to sit and relax.

Stayed in February 2025

The location is central. 1.5 kms from the railway station. It has a pool and the breakfast is amazing!

Stayed in December 2024

The woodden structure that holds the matress makes noise every time you move.

Clean, nice staff, swimming pool, air conditioned, upgrade to spacious room , quiet neighbourhood.

Stayed in November 2024

Shower pressure could be better and given new towels daily or offered daily. Little things. And would be good to offer water!

Very friendly stuff. I got ill badly and needed to go to hospital, and they came to visit us there. Took care of our luggage while we were there and asked how we are doing.

Stayed in November 2024

The swimming pool! The bedrooms are huge and comfortable. The food was so delicious, probably the best chicken kottu we had in Sri Lanka.

Stayed in October 2024

My wife and I stayed with our 3 small children in Sholay Villa. We liked the accomodation and the people were realy friendly and helpfull. The breakfast and swimming pool were great (according to the children). Nice fall out base to visit Galle and relax afterwords.

Stayed in July 2024

Breakfast was great, good value for money! Easy location in a more calm area, but close enough everything.

Stayed in February 2024

Staff could be a little loud.

Roommate good size. Bed comfortable. Ac worked good. Swimming pool was nice to have. Nice that it includes simple breakfast. Last day breakfast was Sri Lankan breakfast which was good.

Stayed in February 2024

The payment machine didn’t work when I arrived so I had an issue with my payment.

Very nice place with a comfortable room. Nice personal.

Stayed in January 2024

The bathroom rooms can be modernized and refurbished.

We enjoyed the stay in Sholay Villa. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The homemade breakfast was delicious. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The location is central to many attractions in Galle.

Stayed in January 2024

Staff was very friendly ... nice location and very calm place ... 🙏

Stayed in December 2023

Little far away

Quite

Stayed in November 2023

Room was large and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful and breakfast was good. Location is also good for getting to all the tourist spots. Would definitely stay here next time.

Stayed in November 2023

Most mornings building works started at 8.15am, very loud. No fridge in room Wi-Fi only worked in communal lounge, however while there owners did put in a booster, but still very slow.

Swimming pool lovely & clean. Breakfast nice with omelette, toast, fresh fruit & juice.

Stayed in July 2023

There is no shampoo or body wash in the bathroom. Even the hand wash is not included.

We arrived at 11 pm, but the staff was very friendly and made the necessary arrangements for us. The location was very close to Galle Fort. I prefer more parking facilities. Overall good place.

Stayed in May 2023

Bathroom sink is cold water, and shower lukewarm at best. Very acceptable for the climate and the price. Cleanliness of the bathroom (some small ants) could be better,

Okay it has some limitations, but unbeatably good for the price. It's not easy to find but any tuk driver should be able, and I managed to walk it with some luggage from the bus stand in 30 mins, asking directions only once, with proper Google Maps instructions. (Tuk prices were far too high compared to metered tuk fixed price). Walked for dinner to the harbour area in 15 mins, and even though the streets were well lit took me some time to find the place back afterwards ;-) As Booking.com gave a free upgrade to apartment including breakfast, I'll base the review on a normal room for USD 20 excluding breakfast. And even that is excellent value for money seeing location, small but clean pool, fast WiFi, AC and spacious rooms. Friendly service and nice continental breakfast added to this makes Sholay a great option for visiting Galle!

Stayed in May 2023

Great location, very friendly and kind staff

Stayed in February 2025

The property provided the worst experience we’ve ever had. The staff were extremely unfriendly, and the manager, a woman, refused to engage with us directly to address our concerns. Before confirming the booking, they assured us that all facilities were in good condition. However, upon arrival, we discovered that the pool was closed for an unknown reason, and they didn’t offer any compensation for this. Additionally, the booking platform stated that kitchenware and other amenities were included in the package and could be used free of charge. Yet, when we tried to cook for ourselves, we were told it wasn’t allowed unless we paid an additional charge of 2,500 LKR. Our group of seven people was extremely disappointed, and this has been, by far, the worst experience we’ve had at any property. We strongly advise others against staying here.

There is noting good to say about this place. The worst worst worst place in Galle.

Stayed in January 2025

Plumbing leaked and one of our toilets didn't flush properly, luckily we were upgraded by Booking.com to a family room so had the choice of two bathrooms. Same miserable breakfast offering you get all over Sri Lanka. Noise from building work Staff were miserable, didn't smile when greeting us or even acknowledge my wife only greeting me which was probably a religious thing but unacceptable in the tourist industry.

Good location, the toasted bread at breakfast was lovely.

Stayed in January 2025

There were a lot of mosquitoes and flies on the ground floor that made hanging out outside very difficult. It would help fumigating the area. Door knobs wouldn't close properly and bathroom door knob was broken. Towels could definitely use a major update - towels had to be asked for several times and we were given thready pool towels instead. Family room required sharing the key cos there was no spare key for a room with 4. Bathroom hot water needed instructions or fixing up as using it was not straight forward at all. The pool was not safe with broken tiles that could cut your feet that seriously needs to be looked at and repaired. It's a safety hazard.

The rooms were mostly clean. The air-conditioning worked and was cold. Fans worked. Liked that there were joint family rooms that were very spacious and had clothes airers. The wi-fi was good. Included breakfast was decent and appreciated. The manager looked after everything and was very hospitable trying to make our stay as comfortable as possible.

Stayed in December 2024

Lots of mosquitoes and had to wait for our room to be ready at 5.30pm.

Friendly helpful staff who tried hard to do the right thing.

Stayed in September 2024

The accommodations they give is next to none . Feels like home

Stayed in July 2024

Not flexible management.

Very friendly staff. Specially Mr.Sumithran. Excellent service.

Stayed in July 2024