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Boasting a garden, terrace and views of garden, Jungle Host Hostel And Tree House is set in Sigiriya, 5.1 km from Sigiriya Rock. The property is located 8.2 km from Pidurangala Rock, 3.1 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya and 4.3 km from Sigiriya Museum. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. Guys working here are great, very easygoing and cool to hang out with

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9.2
Superb
177 reviews
Price from
US$5
per night

Situated in Sigiriya, 1.7 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiri Birds Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are room service and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Super nice Family, good food. Was one of my favourite stays so far:)

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9.2
Superb
157 reviews
Price from
US$8
per night

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Dambulla City Hostel is located in Dambulla, 18 km from Sigiriya Rock and 21 km from Pidurangala Rock. The property is set 2.9 km from Dambulla Cave Temple, 3.4 km from Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium and 5.3 km from Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs. The accommodation provides entertainment staff and a tour desk.

All units at the hostel are equipped with a seating area, a TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower. The units will provide guests with a fridge. Very nice place! Excellent location, super clean and tidy. Great energy surrounding by nature.

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9.1
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
US$5.50
per night

Set in Sigiriya, within 4 km of Sigiriya Rock and 5.9 km of Pidurangala Rock, Night Owl Hostel Sigiriya offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 3.2 km from Sigiriya Museum, 11 km from The Forgotten Temple Kaludiya Pokuna and 16 km from Habarana Lake. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.9 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya. I’m from Japan!! This was such a wonderful place to stay. Very clean, and above all, the people are amazing. Kani is extremely friendly and kind. He did so many things for me!! I also admire his way of thinking—he truly values encounters and connections with people. You can see it not only in his words, but also in his actions. Thank you for the precious experience in Sigiriya!! Highly recommended!!! Some people may think it’s a bit far from Sigiriya Rock, but actually the entrance is on the west side, and I believe this is one of the few places within walking distance around there.

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9.9
Exceptional
19 reviews
Price from
US$4
per night

At the hostel, the rooms have a patio with a garden view. Every room includes a safety deposit box and certain rooms will provide you with pool views. The units at Funk Bunks - Sigiriya feature air conditioning and a desk. We had an amazing stay at Funk Bunk in Sigiriya! The manager, Nishan, was super friendly and such a great guy. Our TukTuk driver, Samith, was always cheerful and full of positive energy. The food was absolutely delicious — especially the kotthu they prepared for us on the second night, with an incredible sauce! The rooms are spacious and have everything you need. Unfortunately, some monkeys damaged the roof of our first room, and it started raining inside, but Nishan immediately took care of it, helped us move to another room, and even offered us a small discount. Everything was handled so quickly and kindly. Funk Bunk is truly a hidden gem with wonderful people! The famous Pidurangala and Lion Rock are close by and they offer to drive you there by tuktuk early in the morning for sunrise or in the evening for sunset. We would definetely recommend to stay at Funk Bunk Sigiriya!

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9.5
Exceptional
39 reviews
Price from
US$25
per night

Situated in Sigiriya, within 1.5 km of Sigiriya Rock and 4.7 km of Pidurangala Rock, The Travel Tree Hostel features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 2.7 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya, 3.4 km from Sigiriya Museum and 14 km from The Forgotten Temple Kaludiya Pokuna. The accommodation provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. Honestly one of the best hostels I’ve stayed at during my time in Sri Lanka. The place is clean and comfortable, breakfast was always delicious, and the one dinner I had there turned out to be the best meal of my trip — tasty, generous, and great quality. What really made it special was the people. Maliya was so kind and helpful, always there if I needed anything. He even took me to a beautiful sunset spot nearby and walked me to the bus stop when I checked out. Those small gestures really meant a lot and made the stay unforgettable. Highly recommend this place!

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9.3
Superb
18 reviews
Price from
US$7.22
per night

All guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. Every room is equipped with a shared bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and slippers. All units at Sigiri Serenity Hostel include air conditioning and a safety deposit box. The hostel was very clean and well-maintained, with comfortable beds and spacious dorms. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help with local tips and arrangements. The atmosphere was peaceful, making it a great place to relax after exploring Sigiriya.

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9.9
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

Set in Sigiriya, within 3.3 km of Sigiriya Rock and 6.5 km of Pidurangala Rock, Hakuna Matata Hostel offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 2.6 km from Sigiriya Museum, 11 km from The Forgotten Temple Kaludiya Pokuna and 17 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.3 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya. We unexpectedly found ourselves in the heart of the Sri Lankan jungle at Hakuna Matata Hostel — and for just £5 a night with breakfast included. Yes, five! My teenage daughter couldn’t help but quip, “Mum, you make us look broke.” But this isn’t being broke — this is backpacking at its finest: affordable, raw, and bursting with adventure. Surrounded by towering trees, the sounds of birds, and monkeys rustling through jackfruit trees, this place is truly a hidden gem. I’ll admit, I only booked one night to test the waters, but with a perfect 10/10 rating from travellers across the globe (not just locals), I took a chance. I'm so glad I did. We had to reroute our entire trip due to heavy monsoon rains and limited accommodation options elsewhere. What began as a backup plan turned into the highlight of our journey. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and sincerity: “While you stay with us, you are part of our family.” And they meant it. No inflated tourist prices, no rehearsed smiles — just genuine people and heartfelt hospitality. The rooms are simple but clean and cosy with mosquito nets, and the atmosphere is something you can’t buy: peace, community, and a true slice of authentic Sri Lanka. We've stayed in far more expensive places on this trip, but none have matched the soul we found here. In a country where tourist traps can leave you feeling like a walking wallet, this place was refreshingly honest. Would I recommend it? Absolutely. Would I come back? I extended another 3 nights. For £5 a night? It’s not about saving money — it’s about gaining perspective. This is the kind of rich that stays with you.

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9.3
Superb
18 reviews
Price from
US$2.55
per night

Situated in Sigiriya, within 1.1 km of Sigiriya Rock and 2.5 km of Pidurangala Rock, Sigiri Village Vibe Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 1.6 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya, less than 1 km from Sigiriya Museum and 13 km from The Forgotten Temple Kaludiya Pokuna. Habarana Lake is 15 km away and Kadahatha Wawa Lake is 15 km from the hostel. Very clean! And the owner , Channa is so friendly and honest Breakfast is so rich

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10
Exceptional
14 reviews
Price from
US$7
per night

Located in Sigiriya, 1.1 km from Sigiriya Rock, Hello Aliya Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is set 2.5 km from Pidurangala Rock, 1.6 km from Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya and less than 1 km from Sigiriya Museum. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. I had an amazing time staying at Hello Aliya Hostel. The location is perfect — very close to Sigiriya Rock and Pidurangala, and also just a short walk or ride from the main town. It’s very convenient yet peaceful, surrounded by greenery and a relaxing garden atmosphere. The breakfast was really delicious and fresh every morning, and it’s included in the price, which makes it such great value. Everything is clean and well-maintained — the beds are comfortable, the sheets smell fresh, and the bathroom is spotless with good water pressure. They even provide a hair dryer, lockers, and free tea and coffee throughout the day, which I really appreciated. The overall vibe of the place is cozy and welcoming. The staff are friendly, and the owner, Isu, is incredibly helpful and kind. He helped me arrange a safari to Hurulu Eco Park — it was affordable, well-organized, and I got to see so many elephants up close! This hostel really offers more than expected for the price — comfort, cleanliness, good food, and a warm local touch. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Sigiriya!

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9.3
Superb
84 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

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