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Boasting a garden, terrace and views of garden, Jungle Host Hostel And Tree House is set in Sigiriya, 5.1 km from Sigiriya Rock. The property is located 8.2 km from Pidurangala Rock, 3.1 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya and 4.3 km from Sigiriya Museum. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. Everything! Great place and atmosphere surrounded by nature ! :) highly recommended

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9.2
Superb
154 reviews
Price from
US$2
per night

Situated in Sigiriya, 1.7 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiri Birds Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are room service and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at home. This charming hostel is run by the kindest couple you can imagine. The mother prepares delicious meals in her cozy restaurant, and the father took us on one of the most beautiful tours we’ve ever done – full of stunning views and authentic local experiences. Everything here is filled with heart and soul. Their warmth and genuine hospitality turned our stay into something truly special. It’s rare to find such a welcoming, family-like atmosphere. If you’re looking for a place with personality, comfort, and unforgettable people – this is it. Highly recommended from the bottom of my heart!

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9.1
Superb
151 reviews

Situated in Sigiriya, 3.6 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Rastha Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 6.8 km from Pidurangala Rock, 1.8 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya and 2.9 km from Sigiriya Museum. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property. Really loved the vibe, the hostel itself is among the trees and they are even building a tree house, you have hammocks to chill and the common space is really cozy

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9
Superb
179 reviews
Price from
US$16
per night

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Dambulla City Hostel is located in Dambulla, 18 km from Sigiriya Rock and 21 km from Pidurangala Rock. The property is set 2.9 km from Dambulla Cave Temple, 3.4 km from Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium and 5.3 km from Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs. The accommodation provides entertainment staff and a tour desk.

All units at the hostel are equipped with a seating area, a TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower. The units will provide guests with a fridge. The private room I had was clean and comfortable. The hosts were both so sweet and pleasant to interact with. Lastly proximity to Cargill’s Food City really sealed the deal.

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9.1
Superb
158 reviews
Price from
US$5.50
per night

Set in Sigiriya, within 4 km of Sigiriya Rock and 5.9 km of Pidurangala Rock, Night Owl Hostel Sigiriya offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 3.2 km from Sigiriya Museum, 11 km from The Forgotten Temple Kaludiya Pokuna and 16 km from Habarana Lake. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.9 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya. Kani is the most wonderful host, I have met in Sri Lanka so far. His attitude towards people is genuine and friendly. He made me feel more like the part of the group rather just a tourist which I appreciate a lot as a solo female traveller. And helped me with some advice on my future travels on local buses. Very grateful, thank you. The hostel is cosy and clean with the amazing location. Would highly reccomend.

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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
US$3
per night

At the hostel, the rooms have a patio with a garden view. Every room includes a safety deposit box and certain rooms will provide you with pool views. The units at Funk Bunks - Sigiriya feature air conditioning and a desk. There was a pool in the bedroom of the king suite, which was amazing, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. I also enjoyed the buffet breakfast and dinner that was included.

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9.7
Exceptional
29 reviews
Price from
US$65
per night

Situated in Sigiriya, within 1.5 km of Sigiriya Rock and 4.7 km of Pidurangala Rock, The Travel Tree Hostel features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 2.7 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya, 3.4 km from Sigiriya Museum and 14 km from The Forgotten Temple Kaludiya Pokuna. The accommodation provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. Honestly one of the best hostels I’ve stayed at during my time in Sri Lanka. The place is clean and comfortable, breakfast was always delicious, and the one dinner I had there turned out to be the best meal of my trip — tasty, generous, and great quality. What really made it special was the people. Maliya was so kind and helpful, always there if I needed anything. He even took me to a beautiful sunset spot nearby and walked me to the bus stop when I checked out. Those small gestures really meant a lot and made the stay unforgettable. Highly recommend this place!

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9.6
Exceptional
9 reviews

All guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and slippers, rooms at Sigiri Serenity Hostel also provide guests with a garden view. All units at the accommodation include air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Lovely stay. This is a newly opened hostel perfect for seeing Sigiriya! It’s only about a 10 minute tuk tuk ride to the rock and about 10-15 minutes walking to some restaurants and shops. This is the cleanest hostel I stayed at in Sri Lanka. You can smell the freshness in the bathrooms and the towels smell so clean. The rooms also have air conditioning. Above all, the family is so personable and kind. The breakfast is also affordable and was so tasty - the best breakfast I had in my one month visit in Sri Lanka. 100% recommend :)

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9.4
Superb
10 reviews

Set in Sigiriya, within 3.3 km of Sigiriya Rock and 6.5 km of Pidurangala Rock, Hakuna Matata Hostel offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 2.6 km from Sigiriya Museum, 11 km from The Forgotten Temple Kaludiya Pokuna and 17 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.3 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya. Best place ever!!! The location is just perfect, you are away from the loud and crowded places but still a walkable distance to anywhere, you are surrounded by nature you can also see deers in the morning it’s truly magical! Diwakara and his family are all the sweetest people that take you in and you feel so much at home. The beds are comfortable and the shower is nice and strong, which you don’t get everywhere. The only problem is that you might not want to leave this place EVER. 😆

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9.1
Superb
14 reviews

Situated in Sigiriya, within 1.1 km of Sigiriya Rock and 2.5 km of Pidurangala Rock, Sigiri Village Vibe Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 1.6 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya, less than 1 km from Sigiriya Museum and 13 km from The Forgotten Temple Kaludiya Pokuna. Habarana Lake is 15 km away and Kadahatha Wawa Lake is 15 km from the hostel. Such a kind and warm welcoming family. Couldn’t have been more helpful. Channa arranged a cooking class for me with a local lady and offered pick up services with his Tuk Tuk. The breakfast made by sister was really good each morning with different traditional Sri Lanka food! Really peaceful place with only a 20min easy stroll to the town. Really loved my time here❤️

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10
Exceptional
14 reviews

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