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Sigiriya road sigiriya 116A/1kalapuraya,sigiriya, 21121 Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

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Reviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEverything was perfect! The room was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. The location was excellent, close to everything we wanted to visit, and the staff was very kind and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location is in the jungle, but at the same time at walking distance from the restaurants in Sigiriya (in 10/15 minutes you can reach Sigiriya center). The room was big and clean and it is equipped with a fridge too.Bed is comfy, but the best thing is the outside patio were you can relax listening to nature sounds. The owners are super friendly:we have the chance of learning a lot on the area thanks to the botanical lessons with the owner :) The breakfast was delicious: different every day, it consists of freshly sri lankan dishes with an international option as toasted bread with butter/jam. The owner also help us to reach the Sigiriya Rock in the early morning to climb it at sunrise. We hope to come back soon, highly recommended!
Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe property is stunning and clean. The host is incredibly welcoming and take care of us, making sure we had everything we needed through our stay. Her hospitality truly stands out, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend!
Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewIt was the best accommodation choice of our long trip through Sri Lanka. The room was extremely clean, comfortable, and well-organized. There was a good shower with warm water and A/C, although to our surprise the ceiling fan at night was enough, it did a good job. The property is run by a lovely family who are very attentive to guests’ needs and requests. The owner is also a professional guide, so you can easily book a tour upon arrival. Breakfast very tasty, freshly cooked, and we really appreciated that we could be flexible with our breakfast time. The location is very convenient, with plenty of restaurants within a short walking distance and a supermarket nearby. It’s also an perfect base for visiting both mountains. Our only small regret was staying just one night in Sigiriya :)
Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe owners are amazing and lovely!
Thank you for your review ❤ Nayana and sunil
Reviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe family is super friendly. The garden is beautiful and the room was quite big.
The breakfast was okay, not as good as other people described it.
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewSunil and Nayana have created a lovely hotel in a great setting in Sigiriya. The room was simply furnished, but the bed very comfortable and there was a big fridge. Breakfast was very good - the hosts are super helpful and Sunil served as our guide when going to Lion’s Rock for sunrise. They are currently adding another level to the apartment building which should be finished very soon. Good luck with the project! Recommend staying at Shady Mango Villa.
Thank you for your review ❤ Nayana and sunil
Reviewed: 24 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewVery good price value, great clean room, excellent Host preparing breakfast at 6:30 AM for our tour. Sunil drove us with Tuk Tuk to locations. Very supporting.
Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLocation was perfect! The owners were lovely and very helpful! Rooms were clean and had everything we needed.
Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 15 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe family running it was friendly and kind. The room was super clean and spacious. The breakfast was delicious. They also offered a tuktuk service to Polonnaruwa for a really good price. I was very happy with my stay here.
Nothing in particular! I would definitely com back.
Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 11 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIt was a cosy house amidst their lush garden. The rooms were clean and contained everything what we needed. We have had a lovely stay here. The host family is very kind, friendly and they prepared us a fantastic breakfast every day. It was very helpful that they recommended us a fantastic safari-guide.
Thank you for your highly recommend 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewhosts are amazing! could not have been more kind and helpful. made me feel like home, help and drove to the pidurangala rock, lion rock, organize safari, made a delicious breakfast. rooms are clean and neat, have everything what you need, also can borrow bicycles from the host! the place is supposed to be beautiful and quiet. and it really was on the first day.
the villa is expanding and they are adding rooms upstairs. so the next two days of my stay the construction noise started right above my room at 7 a.m.
Thank you for your review 😊 sorry for the construction noise upstairs 😢 Now it's done. Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewLoved our stay here, so peaceful, clean and comfy. The hosts went out of their way to make sure we had a good stay, and we left feeling like they were family. Breakfast was amazing and was the perfect way to start the day. Great location with restaurants in walking distance. Loved our time here and would come back.
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Thank you for you review❤ Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 21 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe accommodation is very clean and spacious. Breakfast is amazing and the host family is very friendly. I took tuktuk trips for a very cheap price with the owner. He is a licensed local guide. Along the road there are plenty of restaurants and shops within walking distance. I had a perfect 3 night stay in Sigiriya! Thank you very much!
Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 21 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewLarge, well appointed room with a shower that had hot water consistently throughout our stay. A large fridge, shampoo n body wash, extra tissues. The owners arranged a safari and a guided tour for us at a fair price. Gave us excellent information about where to eat and things to do! Quiet location.
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Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewGreat location, lovely staff, and so great to rent bikes directly from owner
Thank you for your review Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 9 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewClean, comfortable property with attentive hosts. Our host provided us with pick up and drop to pidurangula rock and to dambulla, which was very convenient.
Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewPerfect place to stay in Sigiriya :) Very nice owner and delicious breakfast! One of the best places we stayed in Sri Lanka!
Thank you for your review❤ Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewStay is really very good very neat and the Owners of the Property are very poliet and friendly they treat their guest like one among them thank you very much.
Thank you for your review ❤ Nayana and sunil
Reviewed: 11 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe villa is run by a local family who live next door. They are incredibly friendly, give good advice about where to go and provide clean rooms and a great breakfast served in the beautiful garden.
We think it’s perfect for couples or solo travelers looking for some peace and quiet. If you’re looking to party, this isn’t the place for you.
Thank you for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil
Reviewed: 3 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe family that owns this hotel is amazing! They are so incredibly welcoming and helpful, they helped arrange a Polonnaruwa tour, provided free bike rental, and gave tips on nearby hikes. The breakfast every morning was some of the best food we had in Sri Lanka. Room is spacious and clean. Location is 10 minute walk to 'downtown' area, an easy safe walk at night and makes the location feel more quiet and private. Plenty of delicious nearby restaurants. Highly recommend!
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Thank you very much for your review 😊 Nayana and Sunil