Unfortunately we didn't see any wildlife and weren't able to go on a walk as the host deemed it to be unsafe.

Tranquility and listening to the sounds of the jungle. The staff were attentive and provided a good service.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

The most beautiful relaxing location .

Stayed in March 2025

Some small points of improvement , WiFi does not work in the rooms ( you can still use it in the common area ) . The shower was rusty - maybe this is because of the location.

The location is great. The employees did everything to make us feel welcome and comfortable . Both the dinner and breakfast were tasty.

Stayed in February 2025

After the great dinner, the breakfast was a little disappointing (less variety of Sri Lankan dishes than at other places), but the wonderful staff made up for it and gave us some buffalo curd with honey. Yum!

Nice secluded resort with just a few rooms in cottages at a small lake (which dries out in summer-but they have a watering hole for the elephants 🐘 who come over from Minneriya National Park). Very friendly and helpful staff. Very knowledgeable Naturalist onsite who takes guests on free jungle walks at night and early morning. Stylishly decorated spacious rooms with own terraces. Nice bathrooms with a wall for the shower such that the water doesn’t flood the floor. 100% own solar power for electricity and warm water. Bonus: dragon flies eat the mosquitoes- there are NONE! You can even sleep outside and enjoy the sounds of the jungle. It’s quite an experience! Last but not least: delicious dinner with a big variety of dishes.

Stayed in February 2025

Guys created lovely atmosphere and great natural entertainment. If you know what i mean

Stayed in December 2024

Excellent location and fantastic staff. And many elephants!

Stayed in December 2024

I recently stayed at this slice of paradise nestled in the Sri Lankan jungle, and it was an unforgettable experience. The hotel is wonderfully secluded, far from the roads hustle and bustle, and completely immersed in nature. Surrounded by lush greenery, you instantly feel the peace and tranquility that’s hard to find anywhere else. The staff is exceptional. With a level of warmth and hospitality I’ve rarely encountered, they made us feel at home right away. Every team member was attentive, helpful, and always ready to fulfill any request with a genuine smile. The service is truly flawless, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the stay. The food is another highlight: absolutely delicious! Each meal was unique and full of love. Really thank you to the chef. Every day open to have a talk and a social exchange. The rooms, overlooking the surrounding jungle, are comfortable and tastefully decorated, blending perfectly with the natural environment. Waking up each morning to the sounds of nature added a magical and enchanting touch to our stay. I special mansion to the young manager and biologist. He guided us in a early morning bird watching of the surroundings of the hotel. He also join us during the safari. I recommend this hotel to anyone looking to experience an authentic jungle retreat.

Stayed in November 2024

This place is a wonderful experience to get some insights to the nature and national park and stay in a sustainable oriented beautiful place. The two young managers / biologists as well offered a morning and night tour at there place to watch birds and get interesting insights about the animals in the park. When we arrived we were lucky to see a wild elephant, drinking some water behind the house. Everything is very clean, save and nicely done. No plastic , solar panels …. The food was excellent! We will come back and recommend this place

Stayed in August 2024

Most things were good only issue was the place runs on solar so the power usually cuts out at 10-2am, however you have a bed outside which i slept on and it was sooo comfortable

So peaceful and the staff were amazing treated us like family, really liked the food especially some of the best sri lanker food i have had.

Stayed in August 2024

Slow wifi

Excellent location right in the jungle, really helpful staff who want to help. Excellent experience! Amaizing room...

Stayed in July 2024

The property is aiming to have as small a footprint on their pristine environment as possible - which is fantastic - but also means some things have limits, like the amount of power they can generate by solar alone. The cabins are super comfortable and very spacious but could have better airflow, they can be quite warm inside on hot evenings until they get their AC units installed. Fortunately you can sleep on the balcony and stay cool while listening to the sounds of the jungle.

Lovely and unique concept staying right on the border of Minnesota National Park. Perfect location to switch off and relax for a couple of days or take a safari, climb Sigiriya Lion Rock etc. So much to do nearby The staff are super helpful, and the team does everything they can to ensure you have a pleasant stay and all your crazy ideas are brought to fruition, including climbing Sigiriya or Pidurangula for dawn or sunset. The food is amazing, you can feast on local flavours prepared fresh by their incredible chef. I also want to mention Chanul and Sangeeth, their two young naturalists who guide you everywhere and find the most amazing assortment of reptiles, insects and creatures of the night. Incredible to see people so passionate about their work.

Stayed in July 2024

If each room had a personal night vision cameras. Animals came right up to the balcony but when torches were used they have ran away.

The location, the rooms were,and the Food was amazing , really friendly staff . Solid worth the money I paid.

Stayed in June 2024

Nothing at all

I had an unforgettable stay at Sigiri Vananthara. Nestled in lush greenery near Sigiriya, the location offers tranquility and natural beauty. The spacious, clean accommodations blend modern amenities with rustic charm. The exceptional staff provided warm, attentive service, making me feel right at home. The on-site restaurant served delicious local and international dishes. Activities like guided tours to Sigiriya Rock Fortress and nature walks were well-organized and enriching. Sigiri Vananthara is a perfect retreat for anyone seeking peace and a deep connection with nature. Highly recommended!

Stayed in June 2024

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Stayed in August 2024