Reviews of Sigiri Birds Hostel

We had the best time with Nimeshika, and her family ! They took the time to help us find the best places to eat, see and do ! We really felt like we were a part of the family and it was amazing ! The rooms were great and all that goes with it !The hostel is in the center of Sigiraya, you can walk really easily to see the lion rock and Tuktuk are always nearby. The buses are also a great way to go around ! It was the best choice for our 7 days in Sigiraya. Thanks for that amazing experience!

The family was very hospitable. They helped me with everything I needed.

I had a horrible and unsafe experience at this hostel. I woke up in the middle of the night to find a thief inside my room. They managed to steal several of my belongings, including cash that was inside a locked locker. Somehow, they got it open. What’s worse is that the hostel owners took no responsibility at all. They did not offer any financial help, showed no concern for my safety, and didn’t even try to investigate how someone could break into a locked room and locker. I no longer felt safe staying here and would absolutely not recommend this hostel to anyone, especially solo travelers. There is zero security and the management clearly does not care.

This hostel is run by a very lovely and young couple. They make you feel at home, very caring. Bug and spacious toilet and bathroom. Has hot water. Has toilet paper, towel provided upon asking. Had AC & fan. They’ve a restaurant at the front of the hostel so no restaurant hunting. They’ve cooking classes. 45mins walk to the Pidurangala Rock. The owner can drop and pick you to the Pidurangala Rock if need be.

The toilet door doesn’t lock.

The female owner is so kind and lovely

Poor help to find the exterior lightning switch and an adaptor for plug

I'm absolutely smitten with this hostel! It's run by an adorable family who makes you feel right at home. The stay is super comfortable and cozy, with spotless washrooms and large beds that are perfect for a good night's sleep. I stayed for a week and loved every minute of it! What really sets this place apart is the warm hospitality. If you're traveling solo, you won't feel alone - the whole family showers you with love and care, making you feel like part of the family. And if you're looking to learn some authentic Sri Lankan cooking, Nimeshikha's classes are a must! She's an amazing teacher, whipping up delicious dishes with love, patience, and a smile. Plus, she's super kind and generous - she even offered food to those in need! I also loved that I could practice yoga comfortably on the premises - there's plenty of space to sit, relax, and even unwind in a hammock. If you're looking for a place that feels like home, look no further. The family is super helpful, and you'll leave feeling like you've made some wonderful friends. I'm already missing them and can't wait to go back!

Nimeshikha is a wonderful, kind host. Staying in this hostel feels like a genuine cultural experience as you feel part of the family and the two little children are always running around and wanting to interact with you. Nimeshikha serves a delicious breakfast every day and she has her restaurant on site if you wish to eat lunch or dinner! My top tip: don't book any tours on Getyourguide as Nimeshikha's husband can arrange everything at a cheaper price! I arrived in Sigiriya with no plan, but the two hosts were able to advise me and help me organise everything. I extended my stay by two more nights and had three beautiful days exploring Sigiriya and nearby sites. A big thank you to Nimeshikha and Nuwan!

I had a great stay with this lovely and open young family. They even help you with organizing your trips around town and to local sights! The place situated really central close to the main road and the restaurants ect there. The room was good and the other people were friendly. At the restaurant they prepared fresh food for us. Please note that it's a females only dorm and for the moment it's the only room - altough they are working on making another dorm.

What I Loved: Nuwan, the owner, is an incredibly friendly host. He didn’t just welcome us, he took care of us – literally driving us around, showing us all the best spots in Sigiriya, and recommending hidden gems we would’ve never found ourselves (including a stunning sunset spot!). He’s well connected with all the local tourist activities and goes out of his way to arrange everything smoothly for his guests. His wife is equally lovely and cooked us authentic Sri Lankan meals. Don’t expect fancy restaurant-style food..it’s wholesome, traditional, and adds to the warm, family-style experience. Their constant smiles, and genuine hospitality made us feel completely at home. And yes, their two kids are absolutely adorable! Location: The location is perfect – tucked away in a quiet, secluded area, very close to all the major attractions in Sigiriya. There are also 3-4 other guesthouses within walking distance where you can go for lunch or dinner.  At night, the sky is filled with stars – peaceful and magical. *PRO TIP: Definitely go for a walk at night! We thought we saw a shooting star, but it turned out to be a firefly – the tree at the entrance lights up with fireflies at night. Pure magic! ✨ Stay: The guest house has one big shared room with four single beds, each with mosquito nets. There's a long common bathroom – simple and clean. It’s nothing fancy, and you’ll need to bring your own toiletries (though Nuwan will happily help you out if you forget something). We were two friends and shared the room with a solo traveler. we had great conversations and made a new friend. It’s a lovely place for solo travelers to meet people and share stories! Overall, it’s a budget-friendly, clean, and homely place where the hosts’ hospitality makes any small flaws feel irrelevant We left with full hearts and unforgettable memories. Highly recommend staying here if you're visiting Sigiriya!

While the stay was overall lovely, there are a few things to keep in mind. The place is very simple and basic—just one large shared room with four beds and a long common bathroom, so don’t expect luxury or privacy. You’ll need to bring your own toiletries. The meals are homemade and authentic, which adds to the experience, but they’re quite simple—so if you're expecting restaurant-style or richly flavored food, you might be a little underwhelmed. That said, the warmth of the hosts more than makes up for these small things.

The Hostel is ownd by a lovely family. I really liked staying with them. It was a quite and relaxing place with big beds. The bathroom was very clean. I can really recommend staying there.

From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at home. This charming hostel is run by the kindest couple you can imagine. The mother prepares delicious meals in her cozy restaurant, and the father took us on one of the most beautiful tours we’ve ever done – full of stunning views and authentic local experiences. Everything here is filled with heart and soul. Their warmth and genuine hospitality turned our stay into something truly special. It’s rare to find such a welcoming, family-like atmosphere. If you’re looking for a place with personality, comfort, and unforgettable people – this is it. Highly recommended from the bottom of my heart!

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The bathroom is not the best and if the fan is on also the light is on which is quite disruptive for sleeping

When I arrived I was welcomed by the family (with 2 kids) with some nice tea. Afterwards the husband propsed to do a free scooter tour and we’ve passed some beautiful sights, including the secret lake where you had a view on both the Pidugala rock and the Lion rock. They also were helpful for tuktuk drives (paid) at any arranged hour. In the room I was the only one so I could choose a bed. The bed was comfortable and had a musquito net. There was also 1 fan in the room and the bathroom was specious en clean. In the morning I also got served some delicous breakfast. Would really recommend this place because of the location, value for money, delicious food and the hospitality of the family.

Best Hostel in Sigiriya! I had the best stay at this hostel, the owners were so friendly and kind, it felt like being part of the family. Also the host helped with an incident and took me to the tourist police which was very kind. Also the two kids of them are so cute, especially little Mihel. I will never forget this place and keep this time in my memory forever. 10000000% recommendation 🥰

The owner lady is such an amazing woman! She mentioned that I’m the first guest from Bangladesh in her hostel, which is such a special feeling. She’s incredibly kind, and the food is great too. Breakfast is included, which makes it even better! Each bed is equipped with a mosquito net, ensuring a comfortable stay.

I had a great stay here. The room and bathroom were clean, there was a hot shower and a small terrace to sit on in the evenings. The family is lovely and help with all questions. They also offer a great cooking class which shows traditional cooking. I would come back again!

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Absolutely adore this hostel and the hosts. They were the sweetest couple, who were always around to help you, give tips and also make you delicious food. I did a cooking class with them for 3000, which was incredible and so much cheaper than any other places and gave you a more authentic experience. I 100% recommend doing this is you are staying. They have a small restaurant where you can chill at and also a hammock. There was only one room, a four female dorm. It did get a little hot at times as there was only one fan for the room to share. It was clean and had a large bathroom. The location is perfect, just off the main street with some restaurants and mini stores around, but also a short walk to even more restaurants and it is fine walking to lion rock and pidurangala rock. If I came back I would definitely come back to stay and will recommend to all my friends that I know will be coming this way. Thank you for 💚

Lovely host, great location, homemade delicious breakfast! Room has everything you need!

If you want a bit of magic you can find it here :) I booked 2 nights but when i saw neighborhood met the owners saw the room i extended 1 more night.Owners are georgus!!!sweet young couple whe was very helpful made me feel like a family member and as i travel for few months that was blessings to feel like at home.Decent breakfast everymorning,room with big beds with mosquiters there is big taras when you can meditate do yoga or just wat h birds or monkeys :)if you like nature and only good vobes this is place for you:).i will definitely back here .hardly recomend 💚💙💫

I really liked this cute little hostel. Very chilled vibes and friendly hosts. The location is amazing as it's close to the rocks and another lake. The beds were quite big and a mosquito net was there as well.

The door of the bathroom is broken, so you can't close it and also the fan didn't really work. But it was still cold enough as we left the windows open during the night.