The Nilmini Lodge
The Nilmini Lodge
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<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> The Nilmini Lodge in Sigiriya offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a dining area, work desk, and free toiletries. <h2>Exceptional Facilities</h2> Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor seating, and picnic area. Free on-site parking is available. <h2>Delicious Breakfast</h2> A full English or Irish breakfast is served with fresh pastries, pancakes, and fruits. The lodge also offers a tour desk and bike hire for exploring the area. <h2>Prime Location</h2> Located 5.6 mi from Sigiriya Airport, the lodge is a short walk from Sigiriya Rock and the Wildlife Range Office. Nearby attractions include Pidurangala Rock and Minneriya National Park.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lakshan
Sri Lanka
“Walking distance to sigiriya rock. Vehicles or three wheelers are not needed if you stay there. Sigiriya is just 5 minutes away. Nice & safe place to stay. Water pressure is good too. Owners are like family. You can safely park your vehicles....” - Xaruvi
United States
“Staff was very friendly and helped us figure out the buses we needed to take. Location was great really close to lion rock and there are plenty of restaurants nearby.” - Andy
United States
“Great family running the place and the room was basic but perfect. Had hot water, good ac, a fan, bug nets and wifi. Close to restaurants and helped with well priced safari's. Also has a little store there that was better priced than the rest!” - Mishell
Czech Republic
“really nice and friendly family, we had tasty breakfast” - Saraf
Netherlands
“Location was very nice- very nice restaurants around. It is situation on the main road. Breakfast was not included but could be paid for. Room was good, but the bed could be better. Luggage could be stored.” - Vellasamy
United Arab Emirates
“The Nilmini Lodge offered a peaceful stay with its ideal location near the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress. The facilities were basic but clean and comfortable, providing great value for money. We booked two rooms; one had round wall sockets, so...” - Ewelina
Poland
“Everything was amazing, the staff was very nice, breakfast great and the location was the best.” - Liz
United Kingdom
“An incredibly lovely family who made my stay in Sigirya feel so warm, personalised and peaceful, in what is otherwise quite a touristic town. Not the top end in term of facilities - but super good value - and after arriving late one night they...” - Leah
Vietnam
“I had a lovely stay at Nilmini Lodge, the whole family were very kind, helping me with anything I needed, from organising early morning tuktuks for hikes to teaching me some local sayings and pronunication The breakfast was wonderful, and my room...” - Valentina
Italy
“Caring people First guesthouse in town First guesthouse in Sigyria to be visited by the Lonely Planet guy( I just discovered this yesterday) Tasty Hoppers”
Area info
Amenities of The Nilmini LodgeGreat facilities! Review score, 8.2
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- Garden view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Dining table
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Badminton equipment
- Cycling
- HikingAdditional charge
- Darts
- FishingOff-site
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sitting area
Food & Drink
- FruitAdditional charge
InternetWifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Key access
- Safe
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Air conditioningAdditional charge
- Mosquito net
- Wake-up service
- Tile/Marble floor
- Soundproof
- Private entrance
- Car rental
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Spa
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- MassageAdditional charge
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
House rulesThe Nilmini Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please inform The Nilmini Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.