Sinharaja Hostel

Hotels
8.1 (27 reviews)
Lankagama Road , Mederipitiya, Deniyaya. , Deniyaya , lk

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Good service
Comfortable rooms
Nice pool
Cons:
High prices for tours
Disorganization in service
Mixed reviews on cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Guests had mixed reviews on cleanliness with some mentioning issues like old furniture and humid mattresses.
Service
8.2
Service was generally appreciated, with some instances of disorganization and miscommunication mentioned by guests.
Location
8.6
The hotel's location near the rainforest entrance was highly praised by guests for its convenience and tranquil surroundings.
Room Quality
8.3
Guests were generally satisfied with the room quality, appreciating aspects like cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities.
Amenities
7.3
Amenities like the swimming pool and dining area were positively mentioned, although some guests raised concerns about the high prices for additional services.
Value for Money
6.7
Mixed reviews on value for money with some guests feeling that certain services were overpriced.
Food and Beverage
7.9
Food and beverage services were generally praised, with compliments on the quality of food and variety offered.
Overall Experience
8.2
Most guests had a positive overall experience, highlighting the beautiful location, friendly staff, and enjoyable amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-06-28 03:54

Property Description

Outdoor Swimming Pool and Garden:
Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool or take a leisurely stroll in the lush garden at Sinharaja Hostel. The perfect way to unwind and relax amidst nature.

Dining Options and Shared Kitchen:
Indulge in a variety of international cuisines at the on-site restaurant or grab a drink at the bar. For those who prefer homemade meals, the shared kitchen is equipped with all the essentials for a cozy cooking experience.

Children's Playground and Activities:
Families will love the children's playground, keeping the little ones entertained. Guests can also engage in fun activities like darts, hiking, and fishing, making every moment memorable.

Experience comfort, convenience, and fun activities at Sinharaja Hostel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that the property is accessible is only by a 4 wheel drive which will be arranged free of charge by the property. Please reconfirm your arrival prior to reaching the city of Deniyaya.

Please note that the all inclusive room rate includes:
- All meals
- 3-4 hour Rain Forest Guided Tour (including all tickets)

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 01:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    No internet access available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 27 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 8.2
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 7.3
Value for Money: 6.7
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 8.2
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Fil • extended_group • ch
6
2025-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Consuela • solo traveller • nl
3
Poor
2025-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Lara • with friends • it
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Amazing view, amazing swimming pool! Kind staff. Great food. Prices are correct.

Cons:

You can reach the lodge by a transfer provided by the hostel. The car is not waterproof so, when it rains, you and your luggage will get wet. It’s a funny experience but maybe it could be improved…

2025-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Annemarie • young couple • at
10
perfect
Pros:

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.

Cons:

Nothing!

2025-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Dylińska • solo traveller • pl
8
Very good
Pros:

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

2025-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Bianca • with friends • de
7
Good
Pros:

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.

2025-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Jack • solo traveller • gb
4
Disappointing
2025-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Tania • solo traveller • ca
10
Perfect
Pros:

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

2025-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Artur • solo traveller • pl
8
Very good
Pros:

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.

Cons:

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.

2025-02-05 • via Nuitee
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Franziska • solo traveller • de
4
Disappointing
Pros:

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

Cons:

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.

2025-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Lydia • young couple • gb
10
Great location! Nice hotel, pool, room, right next to entrance to forest. Lunch and dinner are expensive so we went else
2025-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Elliot • solo traveller • au
8
Very good
Pros:

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!

Cons:

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 😀

2025-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Sen-gupta • with friends • de
7
Good
Pros:

Very nice garden and perfectly located for the Rainforest tour.

Cons:

No warm water in the shower.

2025-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Indellicati • solo traveller • it
10
Exceptional
Pros:

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.

2024-12-04 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • young couple • be
8
Great location, very relaxing
Pros:

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!

Cons:

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

2024-11-16 • via Nuitee
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Chamara • young couple • lk
10
Exceptional
2024-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Cornelia • solo traveller • de
10
Wonderful place!!
Pros:

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!

Cons:

Some lockers in the dorm would be great!

2024-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • solo traveller • de
9
Superb
2024-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Izzy • solo traveller • gb
9
Fabulous immersion into nature
Pros:

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 :)

Cons:

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.

2024-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Kai • with friends • de
7
really nice area to visit the rainforest.
Pros:

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

2024-03-29 • via Nuitee