If you want to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the street and visit the rainforest the location is wonderful , you live right next to the entrance to the forest , it is quiet and peaceful , for this price the pool and breakfast was a pleasant surprise:) The guide is also wonderful I have very fond memories of staying there overnight

Stayed in February 2025

The location is good, right next to where the walking tours to Sinharaja rainforest start. The private superior rooms were very nice, well equipped and very clean. The mattresses were very soft, not much hot water in the shower. The garden and pool were great. Food was delicious but communication with restaurant staff was a bit complicated. It was not very clear when the restaurant is open and when you can order or not,we received different information from different staff members, resulting in having to wait for food for over an hour and one staff member getting upset because we didn't want to order the buffet. Besides that, it is a very nice place and good value for money.

Stayed in March 2025

Check-in and check-out experience was a bit disorganised. Rice and curry dinner was good, but chicken rise not really. The guide to the rainforest organised by the hostel was pricey and didn't even speak English, so I didn't have the best experience with him.

I got a private room which felt like an actual hotel room. The standard was much higher than expected. Some staff members were extremely kind to me. Good breakfast.

Stayed in January 2025

As a guest I felt like the cheapest part of my stay was the cost of the dorm bunk. Menu items were high and the host put the hard sell on for the tours. I enjoyed the tour very much but it felt a little deceitful to pay a higher price because it was booked through the accommodation when you can walk 2 mins to the entrance of the forest and pay the entrance fee and a guide fee at a lesser price. I only wish to share this opinion as a suggestion to the hosts that they don’t need to charge such high prices that are likely to discourage guests to buy. You have a beautifully appointed slice of paradise that sells itself 😀

The location of the property is quite amazing, situated right next to the Petideniya entrance. Dorm rooms were clean and comfortable. The dining area was well appointed. The breakfast which was included in the price was good value. Having a pool when you are paying for a dorm bed feels quite luxurious!

Stayed in January 2025

No warm water in the shower.

Very nice garden and perfectly located for the Rainforest tour.

Stayed in January 2025

Besides the jungle, there isn’t a lot to do in the area. One night gives you enough time to explore the rainforest!

Sinharaja hostel is located near the forest! You can hear the jungle animals, which is really relaxing. The hostel organised a tour (6 hours more or less) which leads you to two waterfalls. Had an amazing time over there!

Stayed in November 2024

The only thing is that the tours are over priced, walk 2 mins to the Forest Gate to get at least £10 off what the hostel ask for.

The pool is gorgeous! Totally surrounded by nature. The place feels like a nice hotel aside from the dorm room factor (which I ended up having to myself!). The staff work very hard and are very accommodating. Breakfast included was a big win and it’s all you can eat buffet :)

Stayed in May 2024

the peace and proximity to the forest. the really good food and the lovely people.

Stayed in March 2024

Mattress could have been better.

Location and food .

Stayed in February 2024

The owner was not very friendly. The tour he offers is a bit expensive. If you book a tourguide with a small group it’s a lot cheaper.

De location is perfect, the nature is amazing. Also the swimming pool was very nice. Tikiri works in the restaurant and he was so friendly. If it was just him we would definitely rate a 10/10.

Stayed in March 2024

Loved my stay here, it was very peaceful and in the middle of nature. The accommodation offers trips into the national park, my guide was very knowledgeable. They offer a great range of food options at the restaurant, the host is very friendly and welcoming.

Stayed in March 2024

I went there for one night and did the 7 hour tour through the jungle. There was only one other guest so it was a little bit lonely. The food was good and the room was nothing special but all right. I’d say if all 6 beds are full it might be really full because the room is not that big. Our guide was gorgeous, please tip them because they only get 2000 rupees from the 12000 you pay.

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing!

We had a perfect stay! The room was very clean and cozy. The pool was just perfect after a long hike in the rainforest. The staff also organized our rainforest tour, which was such a nice experience. Good food and you can watch monkeys right from the terrace. I really can recommend to stay at this hotel and also wandering around the beautiful surrounding area.

Stayed in February 2025

Such a beautiful place and all the staff is amazing, the swimming poolnwas glorious. The food is amazing. Not sure why it had a bad review on Google, I almost dis not book, I am glad inwebt with my gut instinct

Stayed in February 2025

It wasn‘t clean, furniture was old and mattress was humid. We had to share the bathroom with the staff. Restaurant and Tour was overpriced. The staff was sometimes unpolite and unfriendly.

It‘s close to the entry. Breakfast was okay for the price.

Stayed in January 2025

Lot of food for breakfast, beautiful location with swimming pool in front of the jungle. Food from the restaurant was not the cheapest but was insanely good.

Stayed in December 2024

Some lockers in the dorm would be great!

Wow such a wonderful place and the staff was sooo lovely and kind! That you for making me such a great time! I would definitely come back! For that price you get so much! The food there was also so delicious!

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing to complaint

The forest tour that was organized by the owner was great, we requested for a short tour as our stay was short. Owner was good enough to accommodate our need, thanks. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and well versed in English. We loved the peacefulness when it hits dark, the hotel and surrounding were extremely quite, the only noises we heard were the insects and frog, we loved the serenity. Food was good and quick. We loved the location of the open restaurant, it was raining at the time, we got real rain forest experience. Rooms are spacious, clean and tidy. We loved the hospitality of the staff. There is nothing to complaint. We would definitely go there once again with kids when we can.

Stayed in December 2022

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Stayed in March 2024

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Stayed in March 2025

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Stayed in January 2025

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Stayed in September 2024

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Stayed in March 2024

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Stayed in December 2023