Title: Emel Boutique Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Emel Boutique Hotel Travelers find the perfect balance of relaxation and convenience in this peaceful retreat, with a garden for strolling and a refreshing pool for lounging ## Photo gallery for Emel Boutique Hotel ![Beach - Emel Boutique Hotel (Kochchikade)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16500000/16498800/16498800/c8ec5b5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Balcony - Emel Boutique Hotel (Kochchikade)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16500000/16498800/16498800/f942404e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Emel Boutique Hotel (Kochchikade)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16500000/16498800/16498800/ee6fd0b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Emel Boutique Hotel (Kochchikade)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16500000/16498800/16498800/56ae388c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Emel Boutique Hotel (Kochchikade)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16500000/16498800/16498800/74b0b140.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Just steps from Negombo Beach, Emel Boutique Hotel welcomes guests with its tranquil garden and inviting terrace. Visitors can relax by the outdoor pool, savor meals at the restaurant, and make use of convenient dry cleaning and laundry services during their stay. ## Reviews 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 24 - Dec 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=16498800&PinnedHotelID=16498800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=16498800&PinnedHotelID=16498800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 25 - Dec 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=16498800&PinnedHotelID=16498800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=16498800&PinnedHotelID=16498800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=16498800&PinnedHotelID=16498800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=16498800&PinnedHotelID=16498800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=16498800&PinnedHotelID=16498800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=16498800&PinnedHotelID=16498800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16500000/16498800/16498800/6c453690.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Ceiling fan Bidet - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Free in-room WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests. Other perks at this guest house include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - English breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Express check-in, local meal delivery service and barbecues Room features All guest rooms at Emel Boutique Hotel feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions) This property enforces quiet hours from midnight to 6:00 AM Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Service fee: 10 per cent We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 7 per person - Airport shuttle fee: USD 15.00 per person (one way) - A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision ### Property is also known as Emel Boutique Hotel Negombo Emel Boutique Negombo Emel Boutique Emel Boutique Hotel Guesthouse Emel Boutique Hotel Kochchikade Emel Boutique Hotel Guesthouse Kochchikade ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Emel Boutique Hotel have a pool? ### Is Emel Boutique Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Emel Boutique Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Emel Boutique Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Emel Boutique Hotel? ### Does Emel Boutique Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Emel Boutique Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Emel Boutique Hotel Reviews 7.8 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.8 Cleanliness ### 7.2 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Levi 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hosts were amazing and spacious rooms ##### Levi Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely welcome to Sri Lanka This was the first part of our stay in Sri Lanka and our host made us feel very welcome-waiting outside for us on our arrival and giving us a choice of rooms in either the original hotel or the new one up the road. The rooms were clean and spacious and the swimming pool was very clean and cleaned every day. I explained that I was celiac and our host made sure that i had a suitable and delicious alternative breakfast. Alongside the fresh fruit and omelette inhad a different sidedish each day-my faourite being the rice noodles with a coconut filling. As well as plenty of delicious fresh Ceylon tea!. We explored the area and swam in the pool, leaving feeling refreshed and invigorated for the rest of our trip.. ##### Peter Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 6 Jan 2020 Disliked: Staff & service #### No Made to wait forever at check in as the manager insisted they don't have our booking and that we did not pay when we already booked and paid them 8 months in advance in hotels.com. Even the next day they argued with us until eventually they either found the booking on their system or hotels.com called them. How can a property be on this system when it does not have proper admin to know when people book there? Not worth the trouble ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Mathusuthanan 9 Aug 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hotel closed no refund - stranded at midnight The hotels says 24 hour check in. However, when I arrived at the hotel around midnight all doors and gates where closed and when I called the number at the main gate the answer was that there where no reservations in my name. This even though the hotel has already charged my bank account. I can in no way recommend the hotel. I have send the hotel mails around my situation with all details regarding confirmation without any answer back! ##### Mathusuthanan Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Christian 9 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sehr freundliches Pesonal Kleines, schönes und gepflegtes Hotel. Liegt etwas abseits von den “Hotelburgen” von Negombo. Mit dem Tuk-Tuk in 5-7 Minuten zum Strand. Sehr freundliches und zuvorkommendes Personal. Hotel im Preis-Leistung-Verhältnis empfehlenswert. Garten und Pool sehr gepflegt. Zimmer etwas verspielt und könnten ein Design Update vertragen. ##### Christian Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 10 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Definitely worth 5 Stars Great Hospitality & personal touch. Small Boutique hotel with only 5 rooms and a large swimming pool near airport. We occupied 3rooms on our last day after a fabulous Srilanka tour. Would definitely recommend the place to friends & everyone. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian 7 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect place for a real Sri Lanka experience. We have just come back from an amazing holiday thanks to having booked at this hotel. It is tucked away in a quiet place in Negumbo and because it is just 6 rooms you get to feel like one of the family. The rooms are very comfortable and Chef (Abey) provides excellent breakfasts (Continental or Sri Lankan style) as well as tending to all other in-house needs. Manager Nalaka went out of his way to provide us with the best itinerary to view the wonders of this country. He listened to some of our suggestions and then gave us the best cultural experience we could have had - places, religions, food and a real immersion into the Sri Lankan way of life. He, together with his driver ((Janaka - the best I have ever driven with) then took us on numerous tours. Some were just days, others overnight at excellent and affordable hotels in the area we were visiting. In the end we were just four firm friends enjoying a holiday together. Eight days that will be fondly remembered thanks to a lucky choice of hotel. Thanks Emel Hotel. ##### Ian Stayed 7 nights in May 2018 ### 2/10 Terrible #### John , Sri Lanka 5 May 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Wow, what can I say. After 24 hours of air travel I was just ready to get to the hotel and sleep. I first peeked at the mattress and was taken back by how dirty it was, but at this point I was just ready to sleep. I took a shower, and then pulled up the sheets to get in bed and what I saw was disgusting. There was significant amounts of blood stains, hair, an wet spots. These sheets had clearly not been washed for a long time I left the the hotel immediatly after and ended up having to take a 45 minute ride to downtown Columbo in TUK TUK on a rainy night at 1:30 AM to search for another hotel. Then the guy would not even issue a refund. Please, I'm warning you, do not book this place. There are plenty of other decent and clean accomodations in Colombo at the same price where you dont have to be freeked out about sleeping in the bed. ##### John Stayed 2 nights in May 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 17 Apr 2018 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### helpful and attentive host room needs a little renovation but the hosts are extremelly helpful, thumb up for the service! ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Martha 11 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cheap and cheerful Excellent value for money. Lovely staff. Easy place to stay for short trip. ##### Martha Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Juergen 4 Mar 2018 Very hard to find even for taxi drivers. Rooms are large, but need renovating. Metro nearby. Good enough for one night. ##### Juergen Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Boutique hotel Very nice boutique hotel.Wonderful and attentive service!You'll feel like you're staying with friends in no time.Airport transfer went smoothly,room was spacious and breakfast was fresh and tasty!Will stay here again next time,thank you! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vajini 29 Dec 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A home from home. Emel Boutique Hotel, proved to be a fantastic stay. Close enough to the airport to recover in a relaxed manner from a long haul flight and before heading out on the road around Sri Lanka. Nalaka and his staff are very attentive and go above and beyond to help. Either chilling out by the pool or just relaxing in the lounge, Emel proved to be a home from home. As a solo female traveller, it was a good place to start my adventure. I will return again and again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s904-p8560a0b0-ec84-11e7-bd65-326511383643-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Vajini Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David, Singapore 15 Dec 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### It’s the staff that makes the stay. I wanted to stay around Colombo as I thought it good to visit the city for a day. However, Nogombo is about 30 KM north of Colombo, but fairly close to the airport. I found Nagombo more interesting and this hotel a quirky but very nice find. Emel is a cross between a small hotel and a B and B. The most memorable part of the stay was the 2 staff. Nalaka is the manager who went out of his way to make sure I got picked up, advised me on places to go in Sri Lanka, and arranged for transportation to Kandy and Galle. Abee (probably not spelled correctly) was I also incredibly nice. When I got up at 4 am jet lagged, he was immediately up and got me coffee and breakfast. The room was comfortable and a good value. But, it’s the staff that makes the stay. ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dutchy, australia 23 Nov 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A quiet retreat A loverly italian inspired and furnished home with a great pool in a garden setting. Close to restaurants and beach by tuk tuk ##### dutchy Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Noreen 4 Sept 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very helpful in making our experiences a good one A good place to be if you enjoy peace and quiet. Very helpful in assisting you to get the most out of your stay. ##### Noreen Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth 11 Jul 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Relaxing holiday We enjoyed our stay in Emel Boutique very much and plan to stay there again when we visit Sri Lanka in the future. The staff are very friendly and nothing was too much for them. They catered for what ever food we wanted. The place is clean and we felt like being at home as it was so relaxing. We felt much happier staying at Emel Boutique Hotel than staying in other big hotels. We would certainly recommend this place to others specially if you want a relaxing holiday. If you need to go on trips etc they are more than happy to recommend reliable transport to take you about, also will arrange you up from the air port if necessary. Swimming pool under construction and would be completed sometime in August. ##### Elizabeth Stayed 6 nights in May 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 31 Dec 2017 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Habarana Village by Cinnamon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Habarana-Hotels-Habarana-Village-By-Cinnamon.h4031747.Hotel-Information) > > [Goldi Sands Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Negombo-Hotels-Goldi-Sands-Hotel.h7763668.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Sigiriya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sigiriya-Hotels-Hotel-Sigiriya.h1609730.Hotel-Information) > > [Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tangalle-Hotels-Anantara-Peace-Haven-Tangalle-Resort.h11229814.Hotel-Information) > > [Amaya Beach Pasikudah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Amaya-Beach-Pasikudah.h6780993.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kosgoda-Hotels-Sheraton-Kosgoda-Turtle-Beach-Resort.h48743974.Hotel-Information) > > [Maalu Maalu Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Maalu-Maalu-Resort-Spa.h6504916.Hotel-Information) > > [Avani Kalutara Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kalutara-Hotels-Avani-Kalutara-Resort.h4031708.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bentota-Beach.h36466861.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun Siyam Pasikudah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Sun-Siyam-Pasikudah.h9272270.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahungalla-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Sri-Lanka-All-Inclusive.h14754284.Hotel-Information) > > [Amaya Hills Kandy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandy-Hotels-Amaya-Hills-Kandy.h1700850.Hotel-Information) > > [W15 Weligama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-W15.h11560777.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h19413442.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Negombo-Hotels-Camelot-Beach-Hotel.h15393048.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Grand Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Le-Grand-Galle-By-Asia-Leisure.h24010679.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koggala-Hotels-The-Fortress-Resort-Spa.h7821441.Hotel-Information) > > [Kahanda Kanda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Angulugaha-Hotels-Kahanda-Kanda.h11263998.Hotel-Information) > > [Shangri-La Hambantota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hambantota-Hotels-Shangri-La-Hambantota.h15083331.Hotel-Information) > > [Pandanus Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Induruwa-Hotels-Pandanus-Beach-Resort-Spa.h11289546.Hotel-Information) > > [Vivanta Colombo, Airport Garden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seeduwa-Katunayake-Hotels-Vivanta-Colombo.h526350.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Habarana-Hotels-Cinnamon-Lodge.h1854476.Hotel-Information) > > [Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwood-Hotels-Ceylon-Tea-Trails.h4045356.Hotel-Information) > > [98 Acres Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ella-Hotels-98-Acres-Resort-Spa.h15504051.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westbury Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-The-Westbury-Palace.h48402950.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sun House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-The-Sun-House.h15677263.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Bentota Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Taj-Bentota-Resort-Spa.h581365.Hotel-Information) > > [go camping](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Go-Camping.h23256271.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Bey Beruwala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Beruwala-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bey-Beruwala.h8256226.Hotel-Information) ---