Hotel Samanala Sigiriya

Swimming pool and garden

Water pressure

We have really enjoyed our three-night stay in Hotel Samanala in Sirigiya. The location is really good, in a quiet area, just outside the main street and only five minutes from Lion Rock. The rooms are spacious, the breakfast is good and the garden is beautiful, but the best is the fantastic swimming pool all surrounded by greenery. The owner, Saman, can help you arranging elephant safari tours and other activities. This hotel offers very good value for money in Sigiriya and we totally recommend it.

Great service, very pleasant atmosphere. Tasty breakfasts and a nice pool.

Nice pool and good location

A hotel with a gorgeous and clean pool, in lush gardens, clean rooms and bathrooms and comfortable beds, a good breakfast, really lovely team, and Saman is a superhost. Father's Saman took us to Lions Rock with tuk tuk and pick up from there for free. Also we had a free tour on surroundings of Sigiriya with tuk tuk. We book a Safari trip through Saman for better price, and also a transfer to Kandy. The BBQ dinner who was made for us in one evening was huge and very tasty. I recommend this hotel

In the rooms because of the raining was a little smell of humidity. Clothes pegs and hangers would be useful.

Saman is a very busy man: host, chef, chauffer, plumber, electrician and mechanic! He went out of his way to communicate and ensure that our needs were met. He is a "good man". The best bits were: - lovely pool with relaxing sunbeds - pleasant al fresco dining/reading area - free tuk-tuk to the Lion Rock/village centre whenever we needed it - good breakfast (though it was the same every day) - nice dinner (though we only ate there once) - trips arranged at reasonable prices (safari and transfer to Kandy) - great location for walks - we went to the viewpoints at Thalkote Lake and also Kayanwela Lake

- our bedroom (22) could do with some TLC (only one working plug socket, no shelf in bathroom, no bedside tables). - we felt pressurised into going on the elephant safari (although it was good) as soon as we arrived: we should have stood our ground and gone on another day (we were staying for 4 nights)

Great place👍

Hotel Samanala Sigiriya surpassed my expectations from the moment I arrived. The stunning surroundings and beautifully maintained garden immediately captivated me. The room was impeccably clean, equipped with every amenity one could desire in a hotel stay. As always, I checked the bed and pillows first—they were incredibly soft and comfortable. The bathroom was spotless, with the added luxury of hot water. The swimming pool was equally impressive—clean and inviting, set in a picturesque setting. The complimentary breakfast was a highlight, featuring a wide variety of traditional Sri Lankan dishes, fresh fruit juice, and a selection of coffee and tea. After breakfast, the hotel provided a complimentary drop-off to Sigiriya Rock and organized an elephant safari at a very reasonable price. To enhance my stay further, the owner personally arranged a village tour and an Ayurveda spa and massage session, which were unforgettable experiences. The owner and staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, making me feel like part of their family. Overall, my experience at Hotel Samanala Sigiriya was nothing short of exceptional, and I can’t wait to return!

Saman and his staff are very friendly and helpful. The room was ok. We got the smallest room which was just ok with our baggage. Due to the heavy rainfalls the humidity in the room was quiet high, even AC was running.

Great pool and location

Booked a delux room but did not get one