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Reviews of Lion Gate Hotel Sigiriya 3 stars

Sigiriya Road, Sigiriya., Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

#26 of 152 hotels in Sigiriya

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 127 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 21 August 2024

    9.0
    Absolutely amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bernhard and his team made our stay an unforgettable one! They were always very accommodating and absolutely helpful. The breakfast was always very tasty. The room was also absolutely clean and in top condition. Bernhard organized a safari in Kaudulla National Park for us through his friends, but also arranged tuk tuks several times at very fair prices. He also gave us great tips for excursions. You can really rely on his knowledge because all these excursions are second to none. We would definitely come again!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    10
    What an amazing place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to not like.

    The hotel has only been open for a few months and it's such great value for money. At present there are only four rooms so it has a boutique feel to it. The rooms are spacious, clean and very comfortable. The pool area is very clean (they clean it often) . However what makes it outstanding is Bernard, the manager! Nothing was too much trouble for him. He was always attentive, making sure we were happy, helping with taxis and giving great recommendations. He was amazing with my children too. He's a real asset to this hotel!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2024

    9.0
    Great accommodations and hospitality. The staff was excellent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Although breakfast was available, there was not a restaurant on site. There are however many available a short distance away.

    Very clean and the location was excellent. The pool was wonderful and refreshing after a long day in the sun! The hotel staff, especially Bernard were so accommodating.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great new hotel with a big pool. Staff is very attentive. On request, they prepared a tasty dinner for us. The hotel has a nice size with only few rooms and not too many guests.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2024

    10
    Very good place 👍😀
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is a wonderful place. Big and nice rooms. Very clean and nice staff. Walking distance to island vibes (3 min walking) very nice swimming pool and great breakfast. This is a realy value for money place to stay. Brand new 👍😀

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2024

    10
    New & comfortable location close to Sigiriya
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is very new and that is noticeable in all the details. Very spacious rooms, the AC is a blessing during hot days, the pool is new and well kept. Not to mention the location (only 5 min drive to Sigiriya). The owner is very helpful and open to feedback, he is truly interested in the guests' having a great experience. He offered us valuable suggestions for when to visit Sigiriya & Pidurangala, and he was absolutely right, so do listen to him 😁👌. The breakfast was rich and delicious on both days. The staff was attentive, so overall we had a wonderful stay. Definitely recommend!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    10
    Awesome place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Probably the best accommodation we had during our 3-week trip in Sri Lanka. Bernard and the other staff was really helpful. The rooms are clean, big and the overall hotel feels very private with only 4 rooms. Big and daily cleaned pool, however more sunbeds would be nice. Breakfast is also great!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    8.0
    Fun!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast took to long to be served

    The staff was super friendly

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to spot

    Amazing new hotel, very unique and spottless clean, feels like you are in a private villa

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host was fantastic! So helpful and friendly, was available if we needed anything. The hotel is new and very clean. The pool is fab. Tasty breakfast also. Air conditioning is very good. Location is perfect, a short walk to all the main restaurants in the area. Would definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice staff always trying to do their best

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing! It was a great hotel!

    Brand new hotel, really clean, great sized room, comfy bed, lovely food and amazing staff. Bernard was an amazing host, helping us with tours to lions rock, dinner and transport to our next location. He went over and above every time he interacted with us. The other boys that worked there were so helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Would stay here again and again!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really nice hotel with modern and clean rooms. Bernard was very helpful, offering to organise any tours / tuk tuk hire for our sunrise hike. Great value for money

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    10
    Brand new hotel with a very friendly host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Electricity outages can happen but the host will do everything in their power to resolve it as soon as possible.

    A newly opened hotel featuring clean, spacious rooms and a large swimming pool. It offers great showers, air-con and Wi-Fi, and is conveniently located near restaurants and shops. The host, Bernard, is incredibly friendly and helpful, always going out of his way to assist. Would definitely stay here again on our next visit to Sigiriya.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    It's an amazing new hotel. The room is wonderful with great balcony and the pool is incredible. The staff is very nice and the food is also perfect

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    9.0
    Really friendly staff and great service.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked how clean it was, not every place in Sigiriya is this clean. Great service provided by staff, great driver and very kind restaurant servant and manager. The food was very delicious. All in all we enjoyed our stay and definitely recommend it.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    10
    Beautiful property, well looked after, always clean and tidy. Great staff, very friendly and extremely helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful property well looked after, clean and tidy. Excellent friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    Thanks Bernard!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Hotel just openend a months and a few Services and amenities are still to come but it didnt bother us.

    The rooms are modern with very comfortable beds! Bernard and his team onsite are super friendly and helpful, he made our stay:)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Fab for a night or two , take cash and say hello to Bernard
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing was fab for what we needed. Just remember to take cash for this one.

    Absolutely spotless. Great food, big bed and airy room with AC and fridge. Pool was lovely too. everything you need for a night or two, with 3-5 min drive to siriygiya rock. Bernard is lovely and service was excellent. Highly recommend as great value and execellent quality for the price

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    8.0
    Pleasant stay with a host that looks after you.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Brand new property close to the village. Staff were very kind, especially Bernard who made our stay comfortable, and went to great lengths to help me celebrate my birthday! Lovely swimming pool that’s well kept and tasty breakfasts. Thank you Bernard and team.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Bernard was an absolute star. Nothing was too much trouble for him. He went out of his way to make our stay comfortable. We wish you all of the best.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The resort is brand new having only opened March 9th 2024 and all the facilities are exceptionally clean and modern. Our stay was very comfortable and the large swimming pool was perfect after a hot day of climbing the Lions rock and visiting the ancient city, both of which are very close to the resort. The staff are highly motivated and helped us with all our needs. I highly recommend this place.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic hotel with only 4 rooms, brand new opened just in march. Highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    New, very clean, very friendly people, very good breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Literally the best hotel in Sri Lanka for our 3 weeks trip. Just opened in mid-march '24 (we were first booking.com guests) - all equipment and supplies are brand new and good quality. Nice clean & pure design of rooms. Good breakfast. Excellent pool. Definitely worth the money. Best recommendations.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    3.0
    Pleasant enough until I checked out but then the following days totally ruined my holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dinner menu limited and food poor Check out procedure was disastrous and ruined our whole stay there . The hotel card machine failed to acknowledge my payment although my bank confirmed that it had been paid . The manager then followed me around my day in Sigiriya asking me to pay again - despite my explaining that the fault was with his machine / bank - and then despite sending him proof that I had paid , received at least 5 texts per day for the next 48 hours - starting at 6.15 am one day . Each time I contacted my bank again for advice , I was reassured that I had paid correctly and sent the proof to the hotel manager . This then escalated to his boss who started to hound and harass me as well . All in all I must have spent 3 hours a day for the following 3 days sorting out what was their problem . Eventually I cancelled the bank payment and sent them a cash transfer .To cap it all I found that the hotel informed Booking .com that I had failed to pay ! It was only when I asked the hotel to advise booking.com that this was erroneous and that they owed me an apology for all the stress caused that I actually received one .

    The room was large and clean Pool area nicely maintained

    Stayed in March 2025

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