Sigiri Liya Rest

Hotels
8.8 (91 reviews)
65/A, Kayamwala , Sigiriya , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great food
Cons:
Stained sheets
Noise from outside

Categories

Cleanliness
8.09
Some guests mentioned cleanliness issues with stained sheets.
Service
9.56
Guests praised the friendly and helpful staff repeatedly.
Location
9.1
Multiple reviews highlighted the good location with a peaceful setting.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms are well equipped and comfortable.
Amenities
8.58
The available amenities were generally appreciated, except for some missing items.
Value for Money
8.54
Good quality for the price based on extensive positive remarks.
Food and Beverage
9.09
Fantastic breakfast and excellent restaurant food received high praises.
Overall Experience
8.86
Most guests enjoyed their stays and were highly appreciative.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 10:45

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
Located just 1.9 km from the iconic Sigiriya Rock, Sigiri Liya Rest offers a tranquil retreat with top-notch amenities. Each room is thoughtfully designed with a cozy seating area, air conditioning, and some even feature a private balcony. Wake up to beautiful garden views and enjoy the convenience of free private parking during your stay.
Exceptional Dining and Tour Services
Indulge in delectable dishes at the on-site restaurant or unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar. The hotel also provides room service, a 24-hour front desk, and organizes exciting tours for guests to explore the area's attractions effortlessly.
Adventure Awaits
Explore the surroundings with ease by opting for bike or car hire services available at the hotel. Cycling enthusiasts will love the nearby trails, while popular landmarks like Pidurangala Rock and The Forgotten Temple Kaludiya Pokuna are just a short distance away.
Ready to experience luxury and convenience at Sigiri Liya Rest? Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    No internet access available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 91 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.09
Service: 9.56
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.54
Food and Beverage: 9.09
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Ines solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

I had the most amazing time at Sigiri Liya Rest!!!The room is really big and also the bathroom. Both was super clean. I just loved chilling infront of the room and watching the monkeys and giant squirrel - real jungle feeling. Shaly and his family are super friendly and helpful. I did a saferi with shaly and it was just the best! He knows a lot about the animals. Another guest did a bicycle tour with Shaly and he showed him a lot of hidden local spots! Although Its no Hostel it was super easy to connect with other guests. I can highly recommend to stay there!! Also the Liyas Restaurant is really nice.

Cons:

I was sad leaving this beautiful place.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller de
10
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Natalia couple es
10
Muy bien.
Pros:

Buena ubicación e instalaciones. Todo muy limpio. Familia amable.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Dalibor solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Owners clearly put effort also into room aestetics. Great value to money. AC working.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Alec couple gb
10
Pros:

Really recommend staying at Sigiri Liya Rest. The family running the guesthouse are the friendliest people, who go above and beyond when it comes to making sure you have a good stay.

The location is good, the rooms are quiet and comfortable, and the restaurant food is always freshly prepared, and tastes amazing.

We did a safari with Shaly, who clearly loved being in the national park, and shared his knowledge enthusiastically throughout. Shaly also took us to Trinco afterwards, at a good rate, with some great stop offs on the way.

We only wish we could’ve stayed longer. Thank you for such a lovely stay!

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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TheRogue88L extended_group it
10
Pros:

A truly wonderful experience at Zigiri Lia Rest! We had the pleasure of both staying overnight and dining here, and everything was simply perfect.

The food was excellent, prepared with care and passion, with authentic flavors that won us over from the very first bite. Every dish was thoughtfully crafted down to the smallest detail.

But what made our stay truly special was the warm welcome from the entire family. The lady is incredibly kind, always helpful and smiling; her son is equally friendly and attentive; and her husband also made us feel right at home. You can really sense the love and dedication they put into their work.

We highly recommend it to anyone looking for not only great cuisine, but also a warm, family-run atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back!

Would you like me to adjust anything — make it shorter, longer, or add specific details about a dish or the room?

Cons:

nothing

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Célia solo_traveller fr
10
Chambre confortable et emplacement pratique, personnel très sympa, vous pouvez leur demander de l’aide si vous êtes en d
Pros:

La chambre en elle même

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Frederike extended_group de
10
2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple de
10
Sehr toller Aufenthalt
Pros:

Richtig gemütlich, sehr viel Natur, gutes Essen und sehr nette und hilfsbereite Eigentümer. Auf jeden Fall empfehlenswert.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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Nikita couple nl
9
Knus en gezellig verblijf!
Pros:

Fijne locatie en super vriendelijk én gezellig personeel! Het is echt super gezellig ingericht en geeft echt een gevoel van thuis. Ook een goede kwaliteit/prijs verhouding. De cocktails en sapjes van het hotel zelf zijn ook echt een aanrader, mega lekker! We kregen ook nog hele goede tips van het personeel en hebben onze reis iets aangepast op hun aanraden (jongens, als jullie dit lezen, we gaan toch naar Trincomalee en jullie aanbevolen route volgen. Dankjewel!!)

Ik zou deze accomodatie iedereen aanbevelen die naar Sigiriya gaat.

Cons:

Het enige eigenlijk: we misten een koelkastje. Maar dat wisten we van tevoren.

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
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Constantinos couple cy
8
2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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Mauro solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

The room is really well equipped and the bed confortable. The terrace is also nice. Overall really good.

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
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Tjeu couple nl
10
Pros:

Chathura was een onwijs vriendelijke gastheer, en heeft ons van alles geleerd, tips gegeven en ervoor gezorgd dat we een geweldig verblijf hadden.

Cons:

Niets

2025-09-10 via Nuitee
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Bianca couple nz
10
Pros:

Our stay here was amazing. Generous breakfast, comfortable bed. The family were lovely, very welcoming. It was the perfect location and was a peaceful setting overlooking their gardens. We tried their family restaurant next door and it was excellent food and well priced. We loved everything about our stay here and would highly recommended.

2025-09-07 via Nuitee
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Tanju family_with_children de
10
Bestes Frühstück
Pros:

In einer Seitenstraße von Sigiriya gelegen. Wir hatten zwei Zimmer auf der ersten Etage mit Blick ins Grüne. Am Morgen gab es das leckerste Sri Lankanische Frühstück. Außerordentlich netter Gastgeber. Das Restaurant am Hotel war super lecker.

2025-09-05 via Nuitee
solo_traveller tr
8
Pros:

Yalnız gezem biri için güvenli, konumu güzel.

Cons:

Çarşaflar temiz ama lekeli. Ayrıca sabah ve akşam çok gürültülü, kapının önünde birileri yüksek sesle konuşuyor sürekli, erkenden uyanmak zorunda kaldım. Sri Lanka için bira pahalı. Karıncalar var.

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
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Alisa solo_traveller jp
10
Pros:

I had such an amazing stay there! The staff was very helpful and sweet by touring me around with a tuktuk and cook traditional dinner/breakfast. I would love to come back with my friends/family next time!

2025-08-30 via Nuitee
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Andie extended_group es
9
Calidad precio muy bueno
Pros:

Amplia habitación, cama y almohadas muy cómodas, agua caliente y secador de pelo. Personal atento y servicial. Bar y restaurante delante muy bonito.

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
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Mohamed couple gn
10
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Herzliche Gastgeber und tolles Essen – absolut empfehlenswert! Wir haben uns vom ersten Moment an willkommen
Pros:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ein absoluter Geheimtipp – sehr zu empfehlen!

Ich habe meinen Aufenthalt in der Unterkunft rundum genossen. Das Zimmer war sehr sauber, geschmackvoll eingerichtet und mit allem ausgestattet, was man braucht – von bequemen Betten ….. Besonders positiv hervorheben möchte ich die ruhige Lage und die freundliche, hilfsbereite Gastgeberin/den Gastgeber.

Die Kommunikation vorab war unkompliziert und herzlich, der Check-in verlief reibungslos. Ich habe mich vom ersten Moment an willkommen gefühlt.

Wer eine gemütliche, saubere und gut gelegene Unterkunft sucht, ist hier genau richtig. Ich komme auf jeden Fall gerne wieder!

Cons:

Nix

2025-08-24 via Nuitee
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Ulysses couple nl
8
Goed verblijf, soms iets minder goede internet
Pros:

Locatie, personeel

Cons:

Internet

2025-08-24 via Nuitee