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Royal Rock Sigiriya

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 1.4 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Royal Rock Sigiriya provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

B
Bandara
From
Sri Lanka
The staff was friendly and overall that experience made our journey. The hospitality they provided us is priceless.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,058 reviews
Price from
$56.51
1 night, 2 adults
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il Frangipane

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 1.2 miles from Sigiriya Rock, il Frangipane provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

A
Alex
From
United States
Loved my stay here! room was comfortable, spacious, breakfast was plentiful and delicious. loved having a bar/restaurant on site, the owner helped me coordinate tuktuk rides for all my excursions, was super friendly and helpful. location of homestay could not be more ideal!!! pool is beautiful and cleaned daily.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,523 reviews
Price from
$99
1 night, 2 adults
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Lankapura Heritage

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 1.2 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Lankapura Heritage has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

J
Jensen
From
New Zealand
clean, huge spacious rooms with a desk. nice place to chill by the pool and relax. I recommend the air con option.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,104 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults
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Heritance Kandalama

Hotel in Sigiriya

A tranquil retreat perched on hills, Heritance Kandalama offers panoramic views of the Sigiriya Rocks.

E
Elena
From
Russia
Location Service View Monkeys, butterflies, birds
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,665 reviews
Price from
$281.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Lion See Hotel - Sigiriya

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 1.6 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Lion See Hotel - Sigiriya has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

S
Shahar
From
Israel
We had a great stay here. This place is brand new so the rooms are clean,bed is comfy and shower is great for a cheap price relative to what you get. They have a pool also, which is critical as sigiriya is very hot and you need to cool down sometimes. Breakfast had everything you need, The staff was very attentive and friendly. The location is good, not that far from the rocks and has restaurants in a walkable distance Wifi signal was a bit slow
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults
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Lion King Jungle Cabanas

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 1.6 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Lion King Jungle Cabanas provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

S
Sarah
From
Austria
Location and accommodation was dreamy. A cabana in the jungle and a swimming pool in addition. Wonderful and nice owner who is very helpful. Dinner and breakfast was another highlight. I can only recommend staying there - it is on top only a 15 minute walk to Sigiriya rock.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
Price from
$32
1 night, 2 adults
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Amba Yaalu - Thema Collection "The first women-led hotel in Sri Lanka"

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 10 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Amba Yaalu - Thema Collection "The first women-led hotel in Sri Lanka" has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a...

T
Thilini
From
United States
Being a hotel only run by women, I truly appreciate the concept behind this establishment. It also adds more meaning and empowering touch to the whole experience. The staff was warm, attentive and genuinely accommodating throughout our stay. The manager personally checked in with us daily and the housekeeping did an excellent job keeping our room spotless everyday. On our last day, the team went above and beyond to arrange a lovely dinner by the pool for my partner and me which was truly memorable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
$147.01
1 night, 2 adults
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Lion Gate Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 1.7 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Lion Gate Hotel Sigiriya provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

S
Shery
From
Qatar
Best Location Delicious breakfast Clean rooms Quite villa with green landscape Staff Bernard was amazing & makes more effort to make our stay extraordinary They help us to rent a scooter
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 453 reviews
Price from
$80
1 night, 2 adults
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Pride Rock Villa & Tree House

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, a 17-minute walk from Sigiriya Rock, Pride Rock Villa & Tree House provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

I
Ibrahim
From
Saudi Arabia
Every thing was perfect,starting with the worm friendly meeting,clean and big size rooms,greeny area around...etc.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
$27
1 night, 2 adults
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Sigiriya Cottage

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 1.9 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Cottage provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

s
soltan
From
Saudi Arabia
Comfortable, great host and staff, and the food was amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 431 reviews
Price from
$110
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews

Located in Dambulla, 9.4 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Evergreen Hotel Dambulla has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 2.2 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Ranasinghe Nature Villa & Cabana provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $42.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 432 reviews

Offering an outdoor swimming pool and spa center, Jetwing Lake is set in Dambulla in the Matale District Region, 3.7 mi from Dambulla Cave Temple. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

From $277.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews

Set in Sigiriya, 3.7 mi from Sigiriya Rock, Kuwera Eco Lodge features a year-round outdoor pool and views of the pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

From $110.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 772 reviews

Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection is set amidst lush tropical foliage. Located right across from Sigiriya Rock, the resort features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and 4 dining options.

From $292.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 5 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Cloudz Sigiriya has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $106.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Dambulla, 13 miles from Sigiriya Rock, JC's Village has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a spa & wellness center.

From $64.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, within 2.4 miles of Sigiriya Rock and 2.5 miles of Pidurangala Rock, The Mirror Wall Sigiriya has accommodations with a terrace as well as free private parking for guests who...

From $38.85 per night

Budget hotels in Matale District

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 3 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiri Bawana has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $49.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 6.5 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Sunshine Resort Sigiriya has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From $83.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 3 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Dream Inn provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 1.7 miles from Sigiriya Rock, The Heritage Resort has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $55.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

Located in Dambulla, 13 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Moi Dambulla by DBI provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $61.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Located in Dambulla, within 12 miles of Sigiriya Rock and 14 miles of Pidurangala Rock, Golden stars hotel Dambulla has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

From $21.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 4.3 miles from Pidurangala Rock, Sigiri Vananthara has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $118.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Web of Life Resort Wasgamuwa features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Talakolawela.

From $110 per night

Hotels in Matale District you can book without a credit card

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Located in Dambulla, 12 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Golden Eco Ayur Villa provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a spa & wellness center.

From $19.98 per night

Villa ONE66

Hotel in Dambulla
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Located in Dambulla, 12 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Villa ONE66 provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $13.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Nobel nugegoda hotel is offering accommodations in Nikawatawana. The property is located 5.7 miles from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 5.9 miles from R Premadasa Stadium and 6.4 miles from Khan Clock...

From $24.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, within 1.8 miles of Pidurangala Rock and 3 miles of Sigiriya Rock, Jungle Crown Cabin provides accommodations with a terrace as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 0.9 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiri Rew Haven has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From $21.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Sigiriya Hotel and Resort is located in Sigiriya, 1.4 miles from Sigiriya Rock and 2.7 miles from Pidurangala Rock.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 0.8 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Luminary Homestay provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From $24.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 2.1 miles from Sigiriya Rock, Elephant Lake Villa Sigiriya provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From $16.65 per night

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Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya

Sigiriya
From $497.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
A Truly Restorative Wellness Retreat Our second stay at Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort in Sigiriya again was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we were surrounded by the peace, nature, and genuine warmth from the staff. The setting is breathtaking — lush greenery, v tranquil views, and an atmosphere that instantly makes you slow down. Our suite was expansive and tranquil, with a huge, comfortable bed, a spa-like bathroom, and a private plunge pool overlooking the forest canopy. Mornings began with birdsong and soft sunlight filtering through the trees. There’s no rush here — just space to breathe, rest, and rediscover stillness. The Ayurvedic treatments were outstanding. The resident doctor was kind and attentive, and each therapy was tailored to our needs. The therapists were professional, skilled, and genuinely caring — every session left us feeling lighter and completely relaxed. The food was light, fresh, and nourishing, aligned with Ayurvedic principles. It’s not indulgent dining, but every meal felt like part of the wellness journey — balanced, beautiful, and made with care it perfectly complements the wellness philosophy of the resort. A special mention must go to the staff, who were exceptional throughout our stay. They truly go above and beyond — warm, attentive, and respectful, without ever being intrusive. Every detail, from the herbal teas to the evening turn-down service, felt thoughtful and intentional. We were surprised every time with the location of our b/fast and diners. A heartfelt thank you to Lackshan, who was wonderful with our little boy — he played with him, kept him engaged, and made sure he never felt bored. It meant so much to us and made our stay even more special. This is not a place for nightlife or crowds it’s designed for peace, rest, and self-care. If you’re looking for a luxury wellness retreat in Sri Lanka where you can truly unwind and reconnect with yourself, Ayugiri is a gem.
Guest review by
Anna
Bulgaria

Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection

Sigiriya
From $292.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 772 reviews
I rarely write reviews but this hotel… simply wow! First of all the staff! Amazing each and every single person! So professional! We took wooden Cabana, zero ants, clean and tidy, nice design, quite and peaceful outside seating area. Every day we’re back to the room they arrange some fun towels design 🥰 Ayurvedic amenities in the bathroom. Dinner buffet has many options for Europeans, not only Sri Lankan food. Beautiful view at the pool to Sigiriya. Peacocks, squirrels, monkey around the hotel area 🥰 Cycles are on request, there’s nice track around the hotel. Yoga at 6:30am on request. Forgot the name of the master but we enjoyed it so much! Thank you again! As it was just me and my hubby, first time we had a yoga session together and short meditation in the end. It was the highlight of the vacation. Dont miss this hotel! You won’t regret!
Guest review by
Mariana
United Arab Emirates

Wild Grass Nature Resort

Sigiriya
From $393.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Nimal the property manager and his staff were great during our stay, and overall, we felt very taken care of. When we had trouble getting a tuk tuk via pickme/uber to get around, Nimal would help us get that sorted. No matter how late we got back, they'd always have someone waiting for us in the main concierge area to make sure everything's ok and get our breakfast order. When Nimal learned we were traveling to Ella on the day of checkout, he informed the kitchen staff and prepare a snack (delicious AND amazingly packaged sandwiches and bananas) and water for our travel. We'd stay here again!
Guest review by
Jessica
United States

Sigiriana Resort by Thilanka

Dambulla
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 263 reviews
The gardens and serenity of the property, everything felt intentionally arranged and welcoming. Everything was always clean despite the constant rain. Hardly any mosquitoes or bugs, not even on the balcony. The pool and restaurant area was really nicely set up and the staff were wonderful. Rooms were spacious and clean and felt so homely with small touches.
Guest review by
Chaminiee
France

Water Garden Sigiriya - 30 Chic Designed Private Villas Overlooking Sigiriya

Sigiriya
From $730.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews
If i can describe WGS in one world i would say heaven on earth! Beautiful property, rooms were spacious and modern, the staff were amazing, very welcoming and always ready to help in anything you want! The food was delicious as well as the yoga classes! Everything is just perfect for a serene stay! Highly tecommended
Guest review by
Amani
United Arab Emirates

Jetwing Lake

Dambulla
From $277.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 432 reviews
Hotel with a distinct character, blending tradition with modern amenities. Located in a peaceful, lush and serene setting, not too far from the Dambulla Cave Temple and the Sigiriya Lion Rock fortress. We got upgraded while checking in, which enhanced our stay.
Guest review by
Ashok
Netherlands

Amaya Lake Dambulla

Sigiriya
From $363.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 768 reviews
The food was the highlight. Excellent spread for all the meals. Having 2 Pools didn't hurt either. The staff were extremely courteous and reminiscent of the old Sri Lankan hospitality:) Absolutely perfect 2 nights spent here:)
Guest review by
vaibhav
India

Hotel Sigiriya

Sigiriya
From $285.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,029 reviews
We had a wonderful overnight stay for my husband's 60th. The staff went out of their way to make it special for him with beautiful decorations in the room, as well as a cake, fruit basket and sweets. Very special.
Guest review by
Marlene
United Kingdom

Kalundewa Retreat

Dambulla
From $667.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Truly an unique experience. You do feel like living in the wilderness with all the luxuries. Staff went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. Highly recommend.
Guest review by
Doc.Anu
Australia

Oak Ray Elephant Lake

Sigiriya
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
houses, brekfest, pool, hot water, stuff you can check the pool here https://www.instagram.com/reel/ComU0e5vBPX/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Guest review by
Artem
Russia

Sigiriya Jungles Resort & Spa

Sigiriya
From $301.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 520 reviews
Top location. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-kept. Overall, a great stay and definitely a place we’d book again!
Guest review by
Holly
United Kingdom

Sigiriya Village

Sigiriya
From $228.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 692 reviews
The outside scenaries superb. The room was clean and very comfort .
Guest review by
Mariappen
Malaysia

Back of Beyond - Pidurangala

Sigiriya
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 534 reviews
we loved the treehouse and being in the heart of the jungle
Guest review by
Sally
Australia

Liyya Water Villas

Dambulla
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
Great place to stay! Luxurious villas in a great location
Guest review by
Dimitrios Tziakas
Greece

Heritance Kandalama

Sigiriya
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,665 reviews
Location Service View Monkeys, butterflies, birds
Guest review by
Elena
Russia

Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

Sigiriya
From $665.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
The natural beauty of the lake and surroundings
Guest review by
Kali
Indonesia

Kassapa Lions Rock

Sigiriya
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Vey good environment clean n fresh air
Guest review by
Sachin
United States

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10

Sigiriya is a must visit ancient ruins monument in Sri Lanka...

Sigiriya is a must visit ancient ruins monument in Sri Lanka. It is a nice experience to observe the sunrise from the top of the rock. The climb takes about 30-40 minutes unless one stops by to explore the water fountains, structures and other remnants of the location. Entrance to the rock is through the lion structure and on the top of the rock Sigiri frescos and the mirror wall can be observed. These are not allowed to be photographed. Applying sun screen can be a good idea and it would be better to take precautions for being sweaty. Maintaining silence while climbing can be important as there are Giant Honey Bees in the surrounding. Bathroom facilities on top of the rock however are very scarce.
Guest review by
Perera
Sri Lanka
10

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional Stay at Hotel Golden Ray!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional Stay at Hotel Golden Ray! My experience at Hotel Golden Ray was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. The staff were extremely friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help with a smile. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, providing a perfect space to relax after exploring Dambulla. The hotel’s atmosphere is peaceful and charming, with a great balance between modern comfort and natural surroundings. The food was delicious and freshly prepared, and I truly appreciated the attention to detail in every aspect of the service. I highly recommend Hotel Golden Ray to anyone visiting Dambulla — it’s a perfect place for both leisure and business stays. I’ll definitely return on my next visit! 🌿✨
Guest review by
Sajith
Sri Lanka
10

A beautiful place on earth that there are lots of 360 degree...

A beautiful place on earth that there are lots of 360 degree view points. But if it rains it will ruin your plans. So make sure you depend on weatherly and visit Matale when it shows many continuous sunny days. Even on cloudy forecasts do not visit as all mointain tops then will be covered and you will not see the sights. when it is humid leaches also will be active and will become a painful experience.
Guest review by
Udana
Sri Lanka
10

I didn’t come to Sigiriya to explore the town itself, but...

I didn’t come to Sigiriya to explore the town itself, but purely for the iconic Sigiriya Rock—and it was absolutely worth it. The experience was incredible, with stunning views from the top. My friends and I climbed up for sunrise, which I highly recommend as the best time to go. Just be prepared: there are a lot of stairs—some carved directly into the rock, others metal and uneven. We visited in November just after the monsoon, so it was warm and the climb had us sweating buckets. If you plan on taking those perfect social-media photos, bring a spare T-shirt… or do what I did and let AI handle the magic! Although the ascent was tough and left us literally out of breath, the moment we reached the top made it all worth it. The views were truly breathtaking—quite fitting, since the climb already took my breath away.
Guest review by
Nikolas
Malta
10

We chose not to climb Sigiriya (having just recovered from...

We chose not to climb Sigiriya (having just recovered from Adam's Peak!) but instead chose the much shorter Pidurangala which afforded a fabulous view of Sigiriya. Highly recommended. A visit to the Bawa hotel, Heritance Kandalama, is well worth it as an insight into the brilliant architectural mind of Geoffrey Bawa.
Guest review by
Iman
Australia
8.0

Mainly there are 10-12 attractions in Matale.

Mainly there are 10-12 attractions in Matale. As I just stayed one day which was not sufficient to visit all the places. Among them where I went were also hampered due to the rain at time to time. Generally Matele was quit good tourist destination if it is planned well with couple of days.
Guest review by
roshan jayawickrama
Sri Lanka
8.0

Lions rock is great, we thoroughly enjoyed it.

Lions rock is great, we thoroughly enjoyed it. We stayed for two nights in the end as we got to sigiriya late. This meant we ate dinner one night at the little hut which wass great, climbed the rock, then moved on to the habarana which was also interesting to wander and eat.
Guest review by
Tommy
United Kingdom
10

Dambulla is an excellent base for exploring Kandy,...

Dambulla is an excellent base for exploring Kandy, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya. We stayed there for 4 Nights and could cover the heritage sites easily. Dambulla Caves are a must-see and so is Sigiriya (just 16 Kms. away). Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa are around an hours drive but Dambulla is much well-connected and less touristy.
Guest review by
Malay
India

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