Sigiriya River Side Resort

Hotels
9.3 (689 reviews)
No 216 Kalapuraya Road Sigiriya , Sigiriya , lk

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Supervised childcare/activities
Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
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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 689 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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christine • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Bharath • solo_traveller • in
9
Pros:

It was Ok

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Nadav • solo_traveller • il
9
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Supun • family_with_children • lk
9
Good place, good service and good foods.
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • extended_group • gb
9
Amazing stay!
Pros:

Lovely staff, really helpful planning day trips & safaris. Beautiful grounds too.

Cons:

Beds slightly on the harder side.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Polina • family_with_children • de
8
Good value for the money
Pros:

Very chill place, green garden, next to the river with lots of fish, big pool for the kids, enough towels available, fresh juices at the bar and good South African wine. Very good breakfast! Close proximity to other restaurants.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • ae
10
Pros:

Le personnel était au petit soin et adorable. Les propriétaires sont des Sri Lankais avec les parents qui habitent à côté et qui sont là.
Super restaurant avec tout ce qui fait plaisir. Piscine parfaite.

Cons:

On n'a pas réussi à faire marcher la douche dans notre chambre. Dans celle des enfants, ça fonctionnait bien

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • gb
8
Very good value for money!
Pros:

The service was amazing! All of the team were so kind and giving us recommendations. They even gave us lifts to places in their Tuk tuk.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Alicja • family_with_children • pl
9
Pros:

czysto, przestronne pokoje, przepiękny widok z okna i roślinność, małpki niedaleko, pyszne śniadania, pomogli w organizacji tuktuków czy przejazdu do sigirya rock, fajny basen

Cons:

do późnych godzin nocnych grała muzyka, kiepskie jedzenie w barze przy basenie - spalone frytki, nie do zjedzenia, usłyszeliśmy, że na sri lance takie się jada :)

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Isini Visara • extended_group • nz
8
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Larissa • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Wir hatten einen tollen Aufenthalt im Sigiriya River Side Resort! Der Gastgeber hat sich super um uns gekümmert, uns Empfehlungen gegeben, sich um Transfers für uns gekümmert, eine Safari gebucht und wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt!

Der Pool war auch toll - ich würde sagen, der sauberste Pool während unserer 3-monatigen Asien Reise. Man konnte sich auch am Fluss entspannen, der direkt an die Unterkunft angrenzt.

Die Zimmer waren okay für den Preis. Es gab eine Klimaanlage und ein Mückennetz. Die Dusche war gut, da der Wasserdruck gut war und auch Warmwasser funktioniert hat!

Das Frühstück war auch gut - man konnte zwischen sri-lankischen Frühstück (mit Roti, verschiedenen Curries etc.) und englischen Frühstück (Toast, Obst, Omlette etc.) wählen.

Was super war, war auch das Restaurant in der Unterkunft, wo man zwischendurch leckere Speisen und Getränke genießen konnte. Aber auch fußläufig sind einige Restaurants erreichbar. Zu später Stunde wurden wir auch vom Host abgeholt, da es sein kann, dass Elefanten in die Stadt kommen.

Alles in allem ein toller Aufenthalt und ein top Preis-Leistungsverhältnis! Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Zeit!

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Vasiliki • solo_traveller • gr
9
Pros:

Good location, owned by a couple that was very kind, big room

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Numpung • solo_traveller • th
9
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • solo_traveller • cl
10
Pros:

The room had everything we needed. We would have loved it if the room had a bit more 'love' in terms of aesthetics, but other than that, the room, the resort, and the staff were 10/10.
​Key highlights: The shower pressure was excellent, the bed had a mosquito net, and the AC worked perfectly. We didn’t get a chance to use the pool, but it looked very clean and beautiful. The restaurant is right in front of the pool; we had breakfast there every day and it was delicious. We loved the detail of alternating between a regular pancake one day and a chocolate crepe the next,it was a great touch! Everything was served with fresh fruit. We also had dinner there once, and it was delicious!
​They organized our safari with a driver named Thilina, and the service was 10/10. At one point during the safari, I got a big scare, but he stayed calm and handled the situation perfectly (thank you, Thilina!).
The place has a lot of potential, but the resort hasn't reached its full potential yet. It’s located in a very peaceful area, and you can tell they are working hard to make it look beautiful.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Soumyarup • couple • in
9
Pros:

Rooms were good even thought a little inside. Host were friendly!

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Sharma • solo_traveller • in
10
Pros:

The property was extremely clean and well-maintained. The owners were very friendly and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable throughout our stay. Their hospitality truly made a difference.
The food was delicious and served with so much care. Everything about the property was neat, clear, and exactly as promised.
We would highly recommend this place to our friends and anyone looking for a comfortable, peaceful stay.
Food is super se b upper 👍10/10

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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MafaldaGuimaraes • solo_traveller • pt
8
Good place for a short stay
Pros:

Very nice and available staff.
Location was good and cabines were cute.

Cons:

Need to improve the cleaning, and fix some damages on the roof. Also it would be nice to have curtains, we had.no privacy in the room.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Anshuman • couple • in
10
Awesome
Pros:

Close to nature, beautiful, clean, best hospitality, Best breakfast (best coconut pan cakes, best coconut roti, best coconut sombul), very generous and helpful people

Cons:

Nothing… everything was so good

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • solo_traveller • ca
9
Bien pour un court séjour
Pros:

Chambre confortable.

Cons:

Peu de lumière naturelle dans la chambre du rez-de-chaussée. Le petit déjeuner était un peu ordinaire. Pas de possibilité de fermer le chauffe-eau dans la douche.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Maximilien • solo_traveller • be
8
Moment détente au calmr
Pros:

Piscine, personnel

Cons:

Xx

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee