You’d better have your own wheels or like to walk, otherwise you’ll feel a little isolated out there. I expected there are bicycles to rent (based on the service info on the site), but that is not the case. The optional meals are a bit on the expensive side, but not much dining options in the area. Walls are extra thin, you will hear every word spoken in the other room.

I chose this place for being a bit out of town and I loved the location. The room is nice and new, the bed is really comfortable and everything super clean. The bathroom is spacious and clean. I enjoyed hanging out on the terrace and enjoying the surrounding. The optional breakfast and dinner was great. (I even got a small bday cake, that was a lovely gesture.) Pindurangala rock is 10 minutes away on foot (you will need a lift if you go for sunrise), while the entrance of Lions Rock is about 30 minutes away on. The hosts were nice to offer different programs, also offering safari (which I didn’t do, but heard good reviews from the couple staying next door).

Stayed in March 2025

I liked everything about this accomodation. First of all, Rathnayaka and his wife did eveything to have a great experience. Since we arrived he recomended a very nice tur, with the bowl, the boat and a cooking lesson of sri lankan food - i really recomend this tour. Then he helped us with his car to get early morning 5AM to pidurangala rock. We also had dinner and breakfast to their home - great food, great taste( they are trying to get you as much as they can). Also Rathnayaka ask me several times: Are you happy? Because he really wants you to feel great. The silence and peace from his place is wonderfull. Also I had the opportunity to see a big elephant în their back yard at 100m(don't worry it was 100% safe). Inside the rooms were very clean and beds were also very confortable. I recomend 100% to choose to stay at Sigiri Arana.

Stayed in February 2025

Super hospitable. Great food. The hosts are very obliging, friendly and help immediately. We got great tips for the surrounding area. Rooms are very clean. Highly recommended.

Stayed in February 2025

It's worth noting that Google maps finds it difficult to find correct location. So give tuk tuk drivers the name of the road and tell them it's very close to entrance for Pidarangula Rock. Any issues call the number.

Sunundai and Samadi were the best hosts, so friendly, kind, helpful and generous. The location is rural and almost in the centre of both Pidarangula Rock and Sigiriya Rock. So you can hike Pidarangula for sunrise and Sigiriya for sunset on the same day, if you wish. Sunundai is also a guide and I did an elephant safari with him which was excellent. We saw various herds of elephants up close and I was even lucky enough to be shown a baby elephant (about 1 month old). This was a truly beautiful experience and Sunundai was an excellent guide. The accomodation is spacious, clean and comfortable. Samadi can make you breakfast/dinner for an addition fee and her cooking is top quality. Both Samadi and Sunundai work very hard to make sure their guests have a 10 star stay. Oh and the garden is beautiful and the bird life is amazing!! I highly rate this stay if you want to be in a more peaceful and rural location that is easily accessible to the beautiful Pidarangula and Sigiriya rocks. Many thanks Sunundai and Samadi 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Stayed in February 2025

Sunanda and his wife are the most perfect hosts. Kind and generous they run a spotless homestay. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. Dinner and breakfast are delicious. The Lions Rock and Pidurangola are within walking distance - both well worth climbing. Sunandina offers safaris to Hurulu Eco Park to see the elephants - magical! Highly recommend 👌

Stayed in February 2025

We had an amazing stay here! The hosts were incredibly kind and welcoming, making us feel like part of their family. They prepared delicious homemade dinners and breakfasts, which added a special touch to our experience. The surroundings are truly unique – a wild and peaceful environment where you can spot a variety of birds and lizards. The location is also perfect for anyone planning to visit Pidurangala Rock, as it’s just a short walk away. Highly recommended for those who appreciate nature and genuine hospitality!

Stayed in January 2025

Access to hotel

Clean

Stayed in January 2025

Such a lovely, friendly & welcoming family who treat their guests like family too. Good communication on WhatsApp, nice welcome drink, delicious home cooked meals, nice big spacious room and a beautiful terrace. Surrounded by peaceful nature, peacocks in the garden in the mornings. We asked for recommendations on what to do and they arranged a local village tour for us. Was such an authentic experience with the friendliest people and an amazing lunch cooked by the local women. Can’t recommend staying here enough, 10mins walk from Pidurangala rock (which you can see from the terrace and garden). Thank you

Stayed in January 2025

Not availability of AC

Cool and calm place

Stayed in December 2024

It was an incredible stay in this lovely homestay. The whole family is more than welcoming and caring. It is only 10min away from Pidurangala Rock (transfer for the morning hike was organized) and around 20min away from Lions Rock - all by foot. It's very quiet, except the sounds of the jungle which was a perfect get away in Sigiryia. They also provide Safari tours, if you want one. The accommodation was very tidy and the beds comfortable and there was hot water If you would have needed it. Both of them really get out of their way to make their guests feel comfortable and i immediately felt relaxed after traveling to Sigiryia. The food provided is homecooked and incredible (also try their dinner). Their concept seems to be quite eco friendly alltogether. I would recommend it for sure and will come back again :)

Stayed in December 2024

Perfect stay to visit the lion rock! The hosting family was very welcoming and helpful! We would come back!

Stayed in December 2024

I couldn't fault anything from my stay

The location is excellent. It is halfway between Lions Rock and Pidurangala Rock, about 10 mins walk to both. They are such a lovely family and offered help and advice to me while I stayed. I ate breakfast, lunch and dinner here and it is the best food I have eaten since arriving in Sri Lanka. The accomodation is just recently renovated so is very clean and modern.

Stayed in November 2024

The place is very near Pidurangula Rock! The host drove me to the entrance for a sunset hike and drove me back to their place to have an amazing dinner!

Stayed in September 2024

We didn’t have any information about costs of things during our stay and get to know the price only at the end, but it was still worth the price.

The host family was great. They were super fun, nice and gave us all the useful tips for exploring the neighborhood. Traditional meals the family prepared for us were delicious and they even did cooking class one evening for us. All the ingredients were super fresh and from host’s garden. The room was nice and clean. When you’ll visit them you will feel as in your own house. They were super kind and we’ve felt comfortable with them. If you are visiting sigiriya you need to see how local people live.

Stayed in September 2024

Clean room and lovely family hosting us in their home, amazing food :)

Stayed in August 2024

The ventilation was not optimal since they had put glass over the vents to keep bugs out. However they said they would switch it for nets in the future and were thankful for our advice.

Great location, but ask your host for directions as one of the roads are pretty bad. Beautiful area and welcoming hosts. They drove us to pidurangala early in the morning for us to hike up and then drove us back. Clean and beautiful room with a comfortable bed. Really recommend to anyone going to Sigiriya

Stayed in April 2024

This is the perfect spot to base yourself for a sunrise hike to either Pandulra or Lion’s Rock (do both if you can, they’re great)! The host family is lovely and go out of their way to make you feel at home and are very helpful. I definitely recommend this place!

Stayed in March 2024

there was nothing to complain about

the location, the warm family, the delicious food and the atmosphere were wonderful. You wake up in the morning to so many bird calls.

Stayed in March 2024

No air conditioning. It was hot at night and the fan was loud, so it was difficult to sleep.

The place is in a very good location, a few minutes by tuk tuk from the Pidurutalagala rock. The room and bathroom were clean, sufficient for 1 night. The place is run by a nice couple with a cute child. ☺️

Stayed in March 2024

Not a bad thing because the remoteness is a great part about this place… but it is harder to access from town. Tuk tuks want 900-1200. I recommend walking since it’s only 3km to town.

It was perfectly situated close to Pidurangala Rock, making it the ideal base for a sunrise hike. Plus, the surrounding nature is also gorgeous (there were parrots eating the corn from the field next door). The room itself is very clean, well-maintained, spacious, etc. All the good things! Hot water, if you need it, and quick reliable wifi. I ordered one dinner, cooked by the family, and it was amazing. It was the most expensive meal I’ve had in Sri Lanka, yet also one of the best. Big portions as well. The family is very friendly and accommodating as well, with two very energetic little kids.

Stayed in February 2024

Everything was great! It's a really beautiful and caring family running the place. It's a perfect location for both rocks hikes in Sigiriya as it is just short walking distance to the entrances. The room is spacious, clean and very comfortable. The view from the garden is awesome. It's quiet and peaceful. It is located a bit far from shops and restaurants, but you can have your breakfast and dinner on the spot which I recommend. I had local curry for dinner and it was fantastic! The owner even dropped me off in Dambulla bus stop on his way to work. So much appreciated! Stay here if you visit Sigiriya.

Stayed in February 2024

No negatives. All are 100% perfect

Superb Location with Star Class Services The hotel is located in a Quite Area, Jest a short walk from the sigiriya Rock & Pidurangala. It's very convenient place to capture the beautiful view of sunrise & sunset and the views of the rock from the hotel are amazing. Very clean, comfortable rooms which were great value for money. The family were very helpful with everything and food was delicious. Favourite Breakfast of our trip. I highly recommend the sigiri Arana. You will also get to experience real Sri Lankan hospitality.........

Stayed in October 2023

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Stayed in December 2024

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Stayed in April 2024