Emerald Bay left us with a departing tear in our eyes, stayed 1st-15th Oct. We shall return for 4 or 5 weeks next time, if you never did indoor camping and want shiny Hilton styling, do not go. If you want a quiet beach 3 good meals a day and can live with the odd fly, a regular supply of... More

I, with a group of two other families checked into this hotel late in the evening. We were greeted warmly by the reception staff. There were a couple of stray dogs roaming inside the hotel. The rooms were pretty old with non-functioning shower & flush. However these were rectified very fast. Running water was a bit salty. The restaurant was... More

This hotel is the WORST I have ever seen!!! Old, dirty, nosiy, cold food, annoying staff... At first, there was chaotic welcome at the reception. Then, waiting in lobby with welcome drink, there were dirty dogs everywhere. Next thing - waiting for the bags like 40 minutes. ONLY SALTY WATER in bathroom, no drinking water to make tea and coffee.... More

Just back after two excellent weeks of rest and relaxation; yes, the place does need its 2012 refurbishment but as experienced travellers we can say that the staff are the best we have ever found. Nothing was too much trouble - for example, porridge provided at breakfast along with specially made ginger tea; a teapot brought to the bedroom because... More

Yes the hotel is a little tired but it is still lovely. It is also very clean, quite a challenge when people bring wet sand into the hotel on their feet constantly. the staff are amazing, nothing is to much for them and they love to just have a chat. The location is great and the beach is beautiful. I... More

The physical infrastructure of the hotel is long overdue a major overhaul and refit, it had been reported that this would happen in Apr 2011, but talking to the Marketing Director during our stay he said the hotel will close Aug-Oct 2011 for a full refurbishment. The hotel staff are an amazing team, true ambassadors of Sri Lankan friendliness and... More

My wife and ihave just returned back from a lovely holiday in Sri Lanka. After having a bad start, we were moved to the Emerald Bay Hotel in Induruwa and that was the turning point. The staff there treated us like Royalty, especially Sedra , the lady Supervisor in the Restaurant and by Sedorah, the Head Reception Manageress. They went... More

I have just returned from a four week stay at the Emerald Bay Hotel and I must say that in the main I thoroughly enjoyed my first stay. Heaven on earth it ain't, the noise from the close by A2 main Columbo to Galle road is intrusive and the dogs from the establishment next door can also be a nuisance,... More

I'm so glad I wasn't put off by some of the negative reviews. This is a great place for a relaxing holiday. The hotel is small, the beach is wide and there's plenty of room for sunbathing. There are no umbrellas but they're not needed as there are trees to give shade. The staff are fantastic, always smiling and very... More