Reviews of Machcha Lodge Sigiriya

Really beautiful garden! Lovely spacious room with a big bed. Breakfast was really delicious

Kamal welcomed us with a big smile even though we arrived late in the evening. The lodge is beautifully decorated and well equipped (mosquito net, A/C, internet, private bathroom, hot water). His breakfast included delicious varieties of Sri Lankan food. We really enjoyed his garden during our mornings. The location is close to Roy's villa if you are looking for activities or meals.

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We stayed here for a wonderful two nights. Kamal immediately welcomed us on arrival, offered us fresh coconut from his tree, and a lovely welcome drink. Kamal went above and beyond to make sure our stay was enjoyable. We did not think we would be able to book onto a safari but kamal arranged everything for us including the pick up. The breakfast was lovely, we saw interesting birds (Sri lankan horn bill) feeding from the bird feed and monkeys on the roof! Kamal was very helpful with knowledge of the area and it was great talking to him. Roys is just next door and they let us use their bikes for a bike ride. Room was very comfortable, big bed, and air conditioning, all perfect. Can highly recommend this lodge for a stay. Also, reading in the hammock was very relaxing!

We cannot recommend this place enough. We spent 3 nights in Machcha Lodge and everything was perfect from the first minute. Kamal is the sweetest, kindest person and made sure to always check if we needed anything. He makes the most delicious welcome drink and a spectacular breakfast that we will be dreaming about for months.. The lodge is extremely clean and well equipped - has many sockets, a hair dryer, a large mirror, good AC and a great shower. The bed was out of this world and we slept like babies. The garden is absolutely idyllic - in the first 15 minutes of arriving we saw monkeys, peacocks, iguana, and a toucan. On top of everything, the place is 1 minute away from Roy's villa hostel which is ideal as you can join them with all the great activities that they plan. This was only the start of our trip in Sri Lanka but I cannot see how any place could compete with this one.:)

Everything was perfect 😍

Machcha was a wonderful place to stay. We were greeted so nicely by the host and our room was great. Large, clean and cool. It also had an outside area that is super peaceful. The breakfast was amazing. I would definitely stay here again. Next door to Roy's villa if you want a bar/restaurant/excersions.

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Wow, wow, wow — where do I start? We’ve been travelling through Asia for six months, and this has to be one of our favourite stays. Nestled deep in nature, these beautiful and luxurious cabins offer the perfect blend of comfort and serenity. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, and each morning they prepare a delicious breakfast using fresh, local ingredients and fruits bursting with flavour. The area feels very safe, and the surrounding scenery is absolutely stunning. The bed is large and very comfortable, the shower has excellent water pressure, and the hot water is just right. Kamal (the host) organised our elephant safari — his friend Amal was our guide, and he was incredibly knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour; the pricing was also very reasonable for the quality of service provided. Thank you for such a memorable and peaceful stay — we truly didn’t want to leave!

We really liked the clean spacious room with 3 beds. The breakfast was healthy and delicious, and freshly made every morning. Staff was friendly and we liked that they weren't pushy with offers for tours or transport like a lot of other hosts in Sri Lanka seem to be. If you like a hostel vibe you can join activities at the famous Roy's Villa next door, with is definitely a plus for the location.

Everything was good and really good value for the money we paid. Just be aware that the location is not super close to the village center.

This place was so chill and quiet with a beautiful outdoor space. The free breakfast in the morning was delicious and a really nice way to start the day. The staff were so lovely and always helping out.

It is a little far from the centre of Sigirya but there is another hostel close by where you can join activities and events each day.

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Really nice host, and good brekkie!

Kamal, the host, is so welcoming and nice. He was incredibly responsive and quick to answer any questions I had or help when I had a question. The breakfast was amazing and he set out food for the animals while I ate so I watched a hornbill, 2 peacocks, and a monkey as I enjoyed my breakfast! The room is clean and the property has a beautiful, peaceful garden to enjoy. It was a wonderful experience and one I would recommend to anyone.

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Everything was just perfect, I think this might have been the best place I ever stayed at during my travels!!! Kamal was just the kindest host ever, always happy to help. The place was just beautiful and super clean. We hade a huge room, and the garden was beautiful. Kamal even made us breakfast every morning, that was just absolutely delicious! I would really recommend everyone to stay at this place!

Delicious breakfast and really friendly staff

Owner was very accommodating and helpful. Breakfast was also yum.

Kamal, the owner, is the loveliest man - so helpful and accommodating. Amazing breakfast, great location next to Roy’s Hostel where you can join in on activities and meet people if you’re a solo traveller looking to meet people

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A very lovely and kind host. Great local breakfast!! Good value for the room you get. Hot shower, too good!

Everything! Perfect: host (Kamal), breakfast, garden, location, facilities, room

Everything! I cannot fault this place! We were three backpackers (in their late twenties from the UK) who thought about staying at the popular Roy’s hostel. Having concluded Roy’s was very expensive for Sri Lanka, we were in search of somewhere near by and was so lucky to find Machacha Lodge a 30 second walk away - which meant it was perfect because we could stay at ours but walk to Roy’s for socializing / group tours. That being said, whether you’re looking for a hostel or a homestay, I’d stay at Machcha now every time! We split a three person room which made the cost just £7 a night for what felt like luxury! The accomodation itself is clean and nicely designed and comfortable, and the grounds are full of beautiful flora and animals. We had breakfast with peacocks, a Tucan and monkeys during our stay! On the note of breakfast, it was so delicious! Fresh juices, fresh fruit and a Sri Lankan style course - fantastic value for money considering it’s included in the price! Kamal, the host, and his team are so welcoming and warm and Kamal went out of his way to help us to and from the bus station. Honestly, I wouldn’t be able to fault this place and completely recommend anyone - families or backpackers or holiday makers - to stay here! Good luck with everything Kamal and team! :)

Machcha Lodge is an amazing, secluded space down a narrow road in Sigiriya. It has a room with an external covered area to sit and relax, beautiful, manicured gardens with an abundance of wildlife, and hammock for chilling out. It is conveniently located next to Roy’s Villa should you get desperate for a beer or coffee too. It was the perfect place to relax after climbing the steps of Lions Rock. Kamal also made an awesome breakfast.

Nothing. It was perfect.