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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. Lovely and welcoming place for a solo traveller. Much nicer location than touristy Sigirya and they will help drop you off at the station by tuktuk. Very unique experience staying in the middle of the jungle and you feel like you're part of a big hostel family :)

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9.2
Superb
177 reviews
Price from
US$5
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. The room was perfekt with a big comfy bed and a nice bathroom. I loved the place because it was quiet and peaceful bit you are in a few minutes in the centre where you can eat. Every sightseeing is in walking distance and its the perfect place to take a walk and enjoy the day. The family was super lovely and nice, could‘nt ask for more. It felt like a little SriLanka Home. They will also help you with everything and show you around places. Was one of my best stays while travelling!

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9.2
Superb
157 reviews
Price from
US$8
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
159 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 was a really nice host! He took us a Sunrise to Pidurangala Rock & showed us Elephants! It was really nice to stay at his new Hostel & I wish him luck with establishing it more. Stay at his place, it is really good Value for Money. I hope i can stay again somewhere in the future.

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9.9
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
US$4
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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9.5
Exceptional
39 reviews
Price from
US$25
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. Shan is a perfect host! We took a beautiful walk at sunset and his mother has cooked us an amazing breakfast! If you pass by Sigiriya you absolutely have to stop here ;)

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9.5
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
US$7.22
per night

All guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. Every room is equipped with a shared bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and slippers. All units at Sigiri Serenity Hostel include air conditioning and a safety deposit box. The hostel was very clean and well-maintained, with comfortable beds and spacious dorms. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help with local tips and arrangements. The atmosphere was peaceful, making it a great place to relax after exploring Sigiriya.

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9.9
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

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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9.3
Superb
18 reviews
Price from
US$2.55
per night

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
Price from
US$7
per night

Located in Sigiriya, 1.1 km from Sigiriya Rock, Hello Aliya Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is set 2.5 km from Pidurangala Rock, 1.6 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya and less than 1 km from Sigiriya Museum. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Staying at Hello Aliya feels less like a hostel and more like staying at an old friend’s house. The owner Isu is incredibly kind and respectful. The hostel is brand new so everything is incredibly clean. It is situated just off the main road. 2 minute walk to the bus stop, 10 mins walk to the entrance of Lion’s Rock, and a 10 minute drive to Pidurangala peak. I really enjoyed my stay there. As a solo woman, I felt safe and welcomed. The breakfast is lovely and the staff even taught me how to play carrom. After one month of traveling Sri Lanka, this is by far my favorite hostel.

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9.3
Superb
83 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

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