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Sevonrich Luxury Hostel - Dambulla

Dambulla

Located within 23 km of Pidurangala Rock and 1.1 km of Dambulla Cave Temple, Sevonrich Luxury Hostel - Dambulla offers rooms in Dambulla.

K
Kaja
From
Poland
Very friendly hosts, good food, including breakfast which was cheap. The location is great if you wanna stay in a more quiet place, a bit away from the town but close to the impressive temple! I had a really good stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

Green leaf Tree house

Dambulla

Boasting a garden, Green leaf Tree house is set in Dambulla in the Matale District region, 18 km from Sigiriya Rock and 21 km from Pidurangala Rock.

V
Valentina
From
Chile
Very grateful for the warm welcome. They are super attentive to anything you need, and the treehouse is very cozy and clean. The breakfast is plentiful. They guide you with everything; it's a great place to rest after an exhausting bus trip. Thank you for everything ♥️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults

Jungle Host Hostel And Tree House

Sigiriya (Near Dambulla)

Boasting a garden, terrace and views of garden, Jungle Host Hostel And Tree House is set in Sigiriya, 5.1 km from Sigiriya Rock.

G
Giulia
From
Sri Lanka
This is definitely a social hostel – within an hour, Thara, Chooty, and Tutu will feel like your best friends. They’re just the kindest, most fun people and truly make the place what it is. The treehouses are magical – tucked into the jungle and if you’re lucky, you might even spot elephants from your balcony. The dorms are comfy and clean enough, with mosquito nets, fans, an epic view and a cute little balcony to chill. There are tons of common areas and always something going on: sunrise hikes to Pidurangala, secret sunset spots, lake swims, safaris… you’ll never be bored. And the team is always around – they truly care about the people staying here, and it shows. The price is kind of ridiculous (in a good way) – it even includes breakfast! Lunch and dinner are cooked and shared together too, if you want and the food is next-level delicious. It’s close to the road so getting around is super easy – tuk tuks from the guys, bikes, scooters or just calling a PickMe. I ended up extending my stay longer than planned and only left because I had a flight but I’ll 100% be back!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Sigiri Birds Hostel

Sigiriya (Near Dambulla)

Situated in Sigiriya, 1.7 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiri Birds Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

S
Sabrina
From
Germany
Super nice Family, good food. Was one of my favourite stays so far:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Elegant Elephant Hostel

Sigiriya (Near Dambulla)

Located in Sigiriya, within 2.9 km of Sigiriya Rock and 5.5 km of Pidurangala Rock, Elegant Elephant Hostel provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

C
Cristina
From
Romania
I spent 2 nights at Elegant elephant and i really enjoyed the place. It's quite, surrounded by nature and the view of the rock from the room is really nice in the morning. The whole place is clean and well maintained. Beds in the room are really comfortable, one of the most comfortable beds in Sri Lanka for me. Owners are also very friendly people, willing to make your stay as good as possible. The food they made for me was absolutely delicious and in big portions. Also, I appreciated the place has WiFi. I recommend this place !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

Funk Bunks - Sigiriya

Sigiriya (Near Dambulla)

Set in Sigiriya, 2.3 km from Pidurangala Rock, Funk Bunks - Sigiriya offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

d
dani
From
Germany
The spacious accommodations were a breath of fresh air, and the complimentary breakfast and dinner buffet were a delightful bonus. Honestly, the value for money here is unbeatable! On our first day, we ventured out to Pidurangala to catch the sunset, and it was absolutely breathtaking. The next day, we explored the stunning Sigiriya rock fortress, which was a highlight of our trip. In the evening, we enjoyed a charming bullock cart village safari that gave us a taste of local life. The third day was just as memorable, with a well-organized safari to Minneriya National Park to watch the elephants. It was such a relaxing day, surrounded by nature and wildlife. The only downside was the Wi-Fi, which was a bit slow at times, but honestly, it was nice to disconnect and enjoy the experience fully. Overall, I had an amazing stay and will definitely be coming back! If you're looking for a great place to stay with wonderful activities, this hostel is the perfect choice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults

The Travel Tree Hostel

Sigiriya (Near Dambulla)

Situated in Sigiriya, within 1.5 km of Sigiriya Rock and 4.7 km of Pidurangala Rock, The Travel Tree Hostel features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who...

J
James
From
Australia
Amazing hospitality, location and facilities!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
US$11
1 night, 2 adults

Sigiri Serenity Hostel

Sigiriya (Near Dambulla)

Located in Sigiriya, 2.1 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiri Serenity Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

S
Sebastian
From
Argentina
The staff was extremely kind and helpful. Super peaceful place! I love it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$38.88
1 night, 2 adults

Hakuna Matata Hostel

Sigiriya (Near Dambulla)

Set in Sigiriya, within 3.3 km of Sigiriya Rock and 6.5 km of Pidurangala Rock, Hakuna Matata Hostel offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

R
Rebeka
From
Slovenia
Best place ever!!! The location is just perfect, you are away from the loud and crowded places but still a walkable distance to anywhere, you are surrounded by nature you can also see deers in the morning it’s truly magical! Diwakara and his family are all the sweetest people that take you in and you feel so much at home. The beds are comfortable and the shower is nice and strong, which you don’t get everywhere. The only problem is that you might not want to leave this place EVER. 😆
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
US$3.40
1 night, 2 adults

Sigiri Village Vibe Hostel

Sigiriya (Near Dambulla)

Situated in Sigiriya, within 1.1 km of Sigiriya Rock and 2.5 km of Pidurangala Rock, Sigiri Village Vibe Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

R
Raja
From
Germany
We had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The place is impeccably clean and well-maintained, making it feel like a home away from home. The host is incredibly friendly and helpful, always going out of his way to ensure a pleasant stay and offering great tips for local attractions. The traditional breakfast served each morning was absolutely delicious – a perfect start to the day! The hostel is located in a peaceful area, offering a calm and relaxing atmosphere, yet still close enough to everything you need. We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable, welcoming, and quiet place to stay. We would definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$27
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$13.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Hostel belonging to a great family, really kind and open. You can organize all tours with them!
Guest review by
Nina
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$13.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
It was the best hostel i’ve ever stayed. Everyone in hostel was super accomodating and helpful. Hostel was so cozy and peaceful that i could take a rest well, let alone super cheap price😜
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