The perfect retreat, off the beaten track, surrounded by stunning nature. This wonderful accommodation gives you a real feeling of a luxury escape, with staff who cater to your every need, the most idyllic swimming pool, a chef/restaurant who cooks up an absolute storm (the devilled chicken is really incredible), and very comfortable rooms. It is perfectly situated near Sigirya, ideal for exploring Pidurangala, Sigirya rock, Dambulla, Minneriya, or Habarana national park.

Stayed in September 2025

The hotel is beautifully located in the jungle, just outside the traffic of the city. The cottage are big and cleaned. The swimming pool is really nice and peaceful.

Stayed in August 2025

We had the pleasure of staying at The Cottage just outside of Sigiriya, surrounded by beautiful nature. The bungalows are charming, equipped with air conditioning, and kept immaculately clean. The pool area is stunning and perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. Breakfast was excellent, with the choice between authentic Sri Lankan dishes or international options — both were delicious. Free bicycles were available, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. What truly sets this place apart is the exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. They went above and beyond in assisting us with organizing excursions and providing valuable tips. A highlight of our stay was the cooking class, where we gained an authentic insight into Sri Lankan cuisine. Preparing four different curries over an open fire was a unique and memorable experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our four nights here and can wholeheartedly recommend The Cottage to anyone looking for a peaceful, welcoming, and unforgettable stay near Sigiriya.

Stayed in August 2025

I didn't stay long enough!

The hotel is in an extremely tranquil setting away from the main road (a little bumpy ride to start with) of Sigiriya. The staff were excellent and very welcoming. The rooms are fantastic little cabins/huts which are extremely spacious and have a lovely 4 poster bed with an insect net. We did not encounter any bugs/insects in the room so that is a bonus considering the setting. There is a pool which we did not use but it was nice to sit around it in the evening to play some cards. There is a minibar in the room as well which had a clear price list for each item. The hotel have a tuk tuk which can take you to the main street/bars/restaurant which is really handy.

Stayed in July 2025

Beautiful place. Feels like in nature itself. Staff were helpful and very pleasant

Stayed in June 2025

The staff was super friendly! We also enjoyed a cooking class at the hotel and it was fabulous. We would really recommend and will definitely stay with them again when in Sri Lanka.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing to dislike.

A beautiful piece of calm luxury in a beautiful location. The staff were all exceptional and there was nothing they couldn’t help with.

Stayed in July 2025

Delightful location and cottage in the jungle, peaceful and quiet. Super lovely staff, with your own private restaurant - meals cooked from scratch with fresh ingredients breakfast,lunch and dinner and a lovely pool to relax by too. We used the bicycles to cycle into the village which was lovely too, but perfect to come back to the cottage tucked away down a dirt road surrounded by lovely tropical plants, butterflies, birds and flowers.

Stayed in July 2025

Food was lovely, especially the Sri Lankan breakfast Room was very clean with efficient AC Staff were extremely helpful, kind and considerate Highly recommend this property Brendan Douglas-Australia

Stayed in July 2025

nothing

Nice staff. Good beds, large rooms, quiet environment, clean swimming pool. a bit further away from Sigiriya main road, but with free bikes, a very original and nice way to move around.

Stayed in July 2025

Wifi at the property was very slow and kept disconnecting very often. The road leading to the hotel could use some improvement.

The property was beautiful and right in the middle of forest. Breakfast and dinner both were excellent.

Stayed in June 2025

From the bed sheets to the breakfast, food, pool etc. Everything was great. Staff were easy to communicate with. The location is good for the lion rock

Stayed in July 2025

everything was settled perfectly

environment and peace

Stayed in June 2025

House needs some little tlc at some places. When you order dinner (we are family of three) not everybody receives the food at the same time.

Small resort with very friendly and excellent service. Breakfast (we only tried continental) was fine.

Stayed in July 2025

Beautiful, clean, quiet. It felt like a sanctuary. The staff were very helpful and lovely. They helped sort out tuk tuks and did our laundry on site. Delicious food in the restaurant on site. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants a peaceful relaxing stay in a beautiful environment and will be back on my next trip. The hut was exceptionally clean and comfortable, and had a mini fridge with drinks in.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing!

The accomodation is beautiful! The garden is well kept and the pool is clean. When we arrived we were greeted by the gate and assisted with our luggage. After a nice welcome watermeloen juice we could check-in to our room. Which was clean and had everything we needed! The Sri Lankan breakfast they served was amazing and also lunch and dinner were very tasty, they know how to cook here! And are super friendly :) I would recommend having your own transport as it is quite 'far' from the city of Sigiriya.

Stayed in June 2025

This is the second time we have stayed in this hotel when visiting Sigirya. It's a little out of the way but very quiet and relaxed. The rooms are spacious and clean. Staff are very friendly. The swimming pool is lovely and a good size. The breakfast was delicious.

Stayed in June 2025

Constant power cuts in whole Sigiriya

Exclusive 5 hat hotel very tranquil with swimming pool to relax

Stayed in May 2025

Nice quiet location, waking up to the birdsong was really nice. Great pool for cooling down. A little bit further out but not a problem. The bathroom had hand towels which is a rarity in Sri Lanka. Tasty breakfast with choice of Continental or Sri Lankan.

Stayed in May 2025

The internet coverage was not that good but it was because of the place maybe I think it’s similar in all Sigirya.

it was really amazing experience, I really like this place, friendly staff and the generous welcoming with mango juice and amazing breakfast. I really recommend this place.

Stayed in May 2025

Breakfast was pretty average but considering the price, even the fact that is included is already a lot.

The structure is just stunning, in the middle of the jungle with a nice garden and pool. The rooms are cozy and staff is really friendly. The tuk tuk driver Anura deserves a special mention for his kindness and helfulness. The location is a bit far from the main village and you need to go through an isolated road, but Anura drove us everywhere in the sigiriya area so we had no issues at all.

Stayed in May 2025

Power went out for 3 hours but it was a thunderstorm so can’t be helped !

Gorgeous stay. Super quiet and in nature. Cottages were clean and spacious with everything you need. Pool and breakfast area are beautiful.

Stayed in May 2025

An unforgettable stay! We had an absolutely amazing experience. I reached out to the staff in advance to arrange a surprise for our anniversary, and they went above and beyond. We were welcomed with beautiful rose petals on the bed, a handwritten note, and a complimentary cake at dinner, all for free! The room was spacious, spotless, and well-equipped with plenty of thoughtful amenities. The pool area was clean and peaceful, perfect for relaxing. What truly made the difference was the staff: incredibly kind, attentive, and always ready to help with a smile. We felt genuinely taken care of throughout our stay. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a special, memorable getaway!

Stayed in May 2025

It was a lovely stay, the room was very big and clean. What truly made the experience unforgettable was the staff – specially Prianka who was simply exceptional with us. The location was good, although not right in the center of the village. However, this was never an issue, as the hotel kindly provided someone to drive us to and from the village whenever needed. This thoughtful service made all the difference and added so much comfort to our stay. Highly recommended!

Stayed in April 2025