Machcha Lodge Sigiriya

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.

We loved everything about Machcha lodge - the host is really hospitable, the rooms are big with a nice little terrace, breakfast yummy, and it's next door to Roy's if you feel like socializing. Sigiriya is quite close too.

We had such a great stay that we extended for another night :)

Exceptionally friendly host and highly clean standards, delicious breakfast. Thanks again!

Great location, clean, and lovely setting. Great to be next to Roy’s and benefit from all the facilities. Amazing breakfast too! Kamal was very welcoming and super helpful.