Wifi was a bit hit and miss

Staff very helpful. Free pick up and drop off around area. Breakfast was a lot and yummy. Pool was great after hikes in area. Loved the peacefulness of the area

Stayed in April 2025

I booked one night only but I decided to stay one night more as I felt immediately welcomed in the resort! The family who runs this new business is very keen to making it work and everything was smooth: they give you a welcome drink, well prepared towels and flowers in the room and they refuel you with a very large breakfast! Water and teas always available! The swimming pool makes a difference in the 34 degrees of Sigiryia after climbing for hours! The resort is 5 minutes walking distance from the main road so during the day is fine but in the night you have to consider a Tuk Tuk as it in the middle of the jungle and there may be wild animals you want to avoid! The resort provides drop off and pick up to the main road until 10pm! They also organise safaris in the evening or sunrise! Special thanks to Rajapaksa: next time I’ll come back again to try your egg hopper 🙃

Stayed in April 2025

It was a pleasant stay with very nice hospitality. The location is closer to the Lion Rock and very easy to find. Thank you very much for having us! Hope we can visit again.😍🥰

Stayed in April 2025

There was no fridge in the room so I couldn't keep my drinks cold. I also didn't like there wasn't a clear window to see through, but apart from a field behind, there's not much of a view. Also the wildlife as you would expect are rather noisy at night and so are some dogs. Also I had 2 options for double or triple room but when I went to book only triple was available. Yet only 2 out of the 4 rooms were full.

The room was clean and very spacious, large bathroom too. Air-conditioning and fan. I loved the pool, it was nice to relax after the climb at Lion Rock. The owner was very accommodating and kindly dropped me to the ticket office on the morning of my climb! It was a 5 minute walk down a mostly dark path at night, my light on phone helped. Felt completely safe, but beware there is a wild elephant roaming but I didn't meet it during my stay! There is an option to ride an elephant close by, if you so wish. Sri Lankan Breakfast was lovely and good choices. It's a new resort, opened in January. I wasn't sure about dinner options but I walked 8 mins to the main road, to the left and on another recommendation on here went to Pradeeps Restaurant where I had a huge wonderful Sri Lankan curry. Service was so good I went back for more the next night. There's also a spa down the road from Pradeep, Spaserendib. Great massage! It's a great base to be near Lion Rock and a few restaurants nearby.

Stayed in March 2025

You will find everything you need at Maapagala Resort Sigiriya and maybe even more. The staff is friendly, helpful and will always try to fit your expectations. They are full of precious and valuable tips/contacts which make your stay fully enjoyable. Thanks again!

Stayed in March 2025

Very nice place to stay. Amazing breakfast!

Stayed in March 2025

Need more sun beds round the pool

The location is perfect for climbing Sigiria rock-about twenty minutes walk away. It is a new hotel, and though there are things to improve (extra sun beds round the pool, for example, which have been promised), all in all this is a great place to stay. Plus they are constantly asking for suggestions to improve, so that is great.

Stayed in February 2025

Situated by rice fields, it was a nice walk along the lane to the main road where there were plenty of restaurants within 10 minutes. Rice and curry at Pradeep Restaurant was excellent. Well located for climbing the rocks. Nice pool but only 2 sunbeds so far that are in need of mattresses. Breakfast was served in a strange order but they will not leave you hungry and are really keen to please and keep bringing more food out. Nice fruit platter. Good air con and hot shower except when there was a power cut and the generator was off. There was a wild elephant in the lane one night which was exciting! A fridge in the room would be welcome and a second bedside table

Stayed in February 2025

It was new and clean...except the access road everything was ok...The pool was also ok...

Stayed in February 2025

- Walking to and from the property is impossible with heavy rain. The property did pick and drop me off to the main road during my stay. - The room could have more facilities (shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, and bottled water). - Towels could be changed regularly and some provided for the pool side.

- Staff are wonderful. They will go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and really take care of you. - Breakfast was the best I had during my 3 week stay in Sri Lanka. - Room is comfortable and clean. - Pool area is well kept. - Plug in mozzie repellent which is vital in Sigiriya.

Stayed in January 2025

There were quite a lot of ants and mosquitos in the room, but beds are equippt with mosquito nets ;)

Great location, close to the city, although to access the property you need to go a short distance through some woods (if you decide to walk flashlight recommended). Good breakfast with variety of local dish to try.

Stayed in February 2025

As the property is very new and received recent heavy rain the access road was being repaired which should be completed by 17/2/25 making all good with respect to the property.

Breakfast was excellent with a range of fruits followed by local pastries and food all presented beautiful by a courteous and attentive staff. The location is close to Sigiriya centre.

Stayed in February 2025

Location is down a track that is dark at night, but perfectly safe

New place with clean facilities, bug nets over beds and outdoor pool to escape the heat - and staff super-friendly and helpful

Stayed in January 2025

The road up to the property is still being made and due to recent rain was impassable by local TikTok’s and taxis. This results in needing a lift from the hotel lads to and from the village as it was also not walkable particularly at night as no lights and puddles/mud and insects everywhere.

This is a beautiful little hotel located in stunning surroundings. The room and bathroom had been recently renovated and as such had an electric shower, so lots of hot water. The family that run the hotel are lovely, rooms are spotless and free breakfast is good. Insect net provided for the bed which is absolutely necessary. Beautiful pool to relax after a hot day climbing. Gorgeous dogs around to cuddle if you are missing yours!

Stayed in February 2025

Maybe provide some soap in the bathroom

This new hotel has only been open several weeks - the family running it are so friendly and helpful There is a lovely swimming pool which unfortunately we didn’t get a chance to try. We slept really well in a very comfortable bed - there is the choice too of aircon or a fan - we chose the fan which was great - there is an electric plug in anti - mosquito repellent and a mosquito net - we struggled to get hot water from the shower in the amazing large brand new bathroom - our stupidity as we didn’t spot the immersion heater switch outside the bathroom door !! Once switched on we were sorted to a realy good hot shower The access road is a ‘work in progress’ which we even saw improve in 24 hours - probably will be sorted in next week or two ! It is walking distance to the entrance to Sigiriya Rock which you can see from very close by too - Would highly recommend this place The rooms are very big Breakfast was v good too Praneeth helped us arrange a taxi on to our next destination too at an affordable price

Stayed in February 2025

Great location, but it's at the end of a dark jungley road so not great if you're on your own. Shower was also cold though we didn't mind so didn't ask anyone about it

Lovely staff and comfy spacious rooms with mosquito nets

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing

Large spacious room Lovely to be somewhere remote Staff were very accommodating and nothing was too much trouble.

Stayed in January 2025

Very nice and helpful staff, brilliant service and experience 👏 👍

Stayed in January 2025

Lovely location and amazing staff

Stayed in January 2025

100% positive review

Cannot rate this family-run place highly enough! From the staff who cannot do enough for you, are happy to help and open to suggestions (they have only been open 10 days), to the incredibly clean, beautiful, comfortable rooms with an insanely huge shower room with hot water jet shower and views of the beautiful surrounds (it is on the national park boundary). A massive Sri Lankan breakfast is included and changes each day but they are also happy to adjust according to your preference. The pool is lovely, cleaned daily and has lights into the evening so you can take a swim at times to suit you. Lions Rock can be seen from the end of the road (5-10 mins walk) with only a few metres further to the restaurants/bars. The lovely staff will drop you/arrange transport if you need it. Not a negative because they already have plans to improve it, but be aware that at the moment, the road to the resort is yet to be fully developed and in heavy rain can be difficult to navigate. However, as mentioned, the staff will transport you if this becomes an issue. This place is an absolute gem! We feel so lucky to have been amongst the first guests. We are sure that this business is going to continue to go from strength to strength and we wish them all the success in the world. Thank you for being fabulous hosts! 💖

Stayed in January 2025

I like the service of this hotel , it’s an amazing experience.They are very friendly like a family members.

Stayed in January 2025

Beautiful hotel just 7min walk to seegiriya rock . Rooms are spacious and the staff very friendly. The swimming pool is very nice too.

Stayed in January 2025

I recently had the pleasure of staying at mapagala resort for one night, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations! From the moment I arrived, the staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive, making check-in a breeze. The room was beautifully decorated, spacious, and immaculately clean. I especially appreciated the comfortable bed and the stunning view from my window.The location is perfect, walking distance to seegiriya rock which made exploring convenient. Overall, my experience at mapagala resort was excellent❤️

Stayed in January 2025

The resort was so peaceful and calm, which made it the perfect getaway. Its location near Sigiriya Rock was super convenient for exploring, and I didn’t have to spend much time traveling.The food was delicious, and the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Overall, it was a fantastic experience!

Stayed in January 2025