Sigiriya River Side Resort

Hotels
9.3 (712 reviews)
No 216 Kalapuraya Road Sigiriya , Sigiriya , lk

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent location
Clean and comfortable rooms
Good amenities
Delicious food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues in some areas
Some confusion about service processes

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Mention of cleanliness issues with the rented scooter and unfinished areas of the property.
Service
9.99
Consistently positive remarks about the staff being friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
9.76
Excellent location close to restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
9.21
Rooms were described as clean and in good condition.
Amenities
9.24
Highlights of the pool and other amenities.
Value for Money
9.2
Good overall value considering the services and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Positive experiences with breakfast and dinner provided.
Overall Experience
9.52
Overall great experiences conveyed in reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:04

Property Description

Sustainable Homestay with Serene Surroundings

Garden and BBQ Facilities: Riverside Lal Homestay offers a tranquil escape with its lush garden and barbecue facilities. Enjoy a delightful outdoor dining experience amidst nature.

Comfortable Accommodation: Each unit at the homestay features a private entrance and soundproofing for a peaceful stay. The rooms are well-equipped with modern amenities, including private bathrooms and some with balconies offering scenic mountain views.

Exciting Activities and Services: Guests can indulge in cycling and fishing in the area, with car hire services available for further exploration. Additionally, the homestay provides packed lunches for your day trips, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable stay.

Experience the beauty of Sigiriya at Riverside Lal Homestay. Book now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for US$5 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 712 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.76
Room Quality: 9.21
Amenities: 9.24
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.52
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Dan Němec • solo_traveller • cz
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Ben • solo_traveller • nl
6
Gastvrij maar wel krakkemikkig.
Pros:

Super aardige mensen, lekker eten en prima zwembad

Cons:

De bovenste familiekamer is later bijgebouwd en dan vooral met spaanplaat. Kwam allemaal een beetje krakkemikkig over. Niet zoals op de foto’s van Booking zeg maar. Je kunt beter beneden zitten.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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BRADY • extended_group • id
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Emilie • family_with_children • fr
8
Très bien placé. Pas cher. Super piscine
Pros:

La proximité des restaurants, des attractions de la ville (rocher du lion, Pidurangala), la piscine super agréable et le fait qu’il y ait plein de transats avec matelas et les serviettes de piscine fournie et qu’on peut y aller to un le temps. Le service aussi de laverie (un peu cher: 700LKR/kg mais c’est propre et le linge sent bon). Le prix de la chambre qui est modeste. Le petit déjeuner même s’il est bcp trop copieux.

Cons:

Le fait que des animaux (petites grenouilles) s’invitent dans la salle de bain. Peu de prises électriques. Le fait que les rideaux ne sont pas occultants ce qui fait qu’on était réveillées très tôt outre la mauvaise insonorisation des lieux. On ne peut payer qu’en cash ce qui n’est quand même pas le meilleur moyen de paiement d’autant plus quand on reste 6 nuits.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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huchet • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Superbe resort bien entretenu
Personnel souriant et arrangeant.
On nous a prêté un adaptateur et offert des bananes lors de notre départ

Cons:

C'était parfait, manque un petit frigo dans la location pour avoir 10

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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mahmoud • couple • nl
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Elisa • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

L'accoglienza e la gentilezza dello staff

Cons:

Le scale per accedere al piano superiore e il ventilatore molto rumoroso e tenuto con lo scotch

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Sorath • extended_group • pk
10
Pros:

Best for accommodation, location and services

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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fabien • family_with_children • fr
10
Parfait
Pros:

Nous recommandons cet établissement. Nous avons été très bien accueillis. Ils sont très gentils et attentifs à nos besoins. La literie est très bonne. Le petit déjeuner est super. Un séjour parfait.

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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AinhoaArroyo • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

Tiene restaurante dentro del resort y es bastante cómodo si no queréis salir aunque tienes a 3 minutos en tuktuk muchos sitios para comer/cenar. La piscina muy limpia y el desayuno bastante bueno. Si te quieres tomar algo puedes pedirlo en el restaurante.

Cons:

Nada

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Annemiek • extended_group • nl
9
Heerlijke accommodatie op een prachtige locatie met zwembad. Er hangt een heerlijke relaxe sfeer. Mensen zijn heel aardi
Pros:

Zwembad, mooie locatie

Cons:

-

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • gb
3
Pros:

The room was very stuffy with a strong smell of damp and no natural. Light due to lack of windows, the mosquito net was unclean and the sheets also smelled of damp and the toilet seat had old mildew . There were ongoing building works, so the hotel wasn't fully finished which made us feel a bit out of place. The area is beautiful with great access to local restaurants, and the pool was beautiful and well kept.

Cons:

Strong smell of damp in room with unclean mosquito net and old toilet seat.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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caroline • couple • fr
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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charlotte • couple • nl
10
Super goed
Pros:

Fantastisch leuk verblijf. Tuktuk aanwezig om je naar het dorp te brengen door elfje.
Fantastisch personeel
Heerlijke bedden

Cons:

Alles was goed

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Sylvie • couple • fr
10
Super endroit, hôtes charmants et très bons plats
Pros:

Chambre confortable entourée de verdure, avec terrasse. Rice & curry excellent, petit dej local et copieux. Des bons conseils pour des activités : safari à Minneriya avec un guide très gentil, pour le bus, pour la circulation nocturne plus sûre en tuk tuk car il peut y avoir des éléphants sauvages… et c’est vrai car on en a vus !! la piscine de l’hôtel voisin est accessible pour quelques roupies et en plus un fish spa gratuit dans la petite rivière, parfait !

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Lina Huertas • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Alex • solo_traveller • it
7
Pros:

Die Gastgeber waren freundlich, hilfsbereit und ehrlich. Haben die Tour zum pidurangala rock perfekt organisiert.

Cons:

Es waren Gekkos im Zimmer, auch Ameisen nach dem Duschen.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Florian • solo_traveller • at
10
Pros:

Sehr schöne angelegte Anlage, gepflegter Pool, sehr nette und fürsorgliche Gastgeber, kostenloses Tuktuk ins Ortszentrum und gutes Frühstück - alles bestens.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Sam • family_with_children • be
7
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent Value for Money
Pros:

Excellent value for money. The staff were friendly, and the breakfast was delicious. There are also several good restaurants nearby.

Cons:

If you're staying outside Sigiriya, you'll need to take a tuk-tuk or arrange a private shuttle to get to the property. The only minor downside was that there wasn't a hairdryer in the room.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee