About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: River Retreat Sigiriya in Sigiriya offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden or mountain views. Each room includes air-conditioning, a work desk, and free WiFi. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can unwind on the sun terrace or in the hot tub. The property features a garden, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Free on-site private parking is available. Convenient Location: Sigiriya Rock is a 16-minute walk away, while Sigiriya Museum is 17 minutes on foot. The Sigiriya Airport is 10 km from the guest house. Nearby attractions include Pidurangala Rock and Minneriya National Park. Guest Services: The guest house provides a 24-hour front desk, housekeeping, and a minimarket. Additional services include a paid shuttle, wellness packages, car hire, and breakfast in the room.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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- Mia
Croatia
“We really liked our stay in River Retreat and the location was great! Everything was 2-3 minutes by foot from us. The room was as expected and we really enjoyed our stay because the accommodation is pet friendly so we got to see a lot of animals...” - Maya
United Kingdom
“Lovely spacious comfortable rooms with clean bathroom with warm water. Lovely host who makes you feel welcome and gives great recommendations. Easy distance from all the sites and many restaurants and bars. Amazing value for money!” - Lucie
Czech Republic
“The accommodation was clean and had everything we needed. For the price, is the best you can get. On top of it, the owner is really nice person. Animal lover. She showed us the way Safari should be done in polite way to the animal. Gave us really...” - Gonzo
Spain
“If you are a nature and animal lover this is the place for you. One of the best homestays we stay in the 10 months travel trip. Madu helps you a lot with everything when you do the check in explaining everything about her city and the...” - Mehnaj
Bangladesh
“The place is so beautiful, full of trees and you can hear the river flow. Madhu ( the host) was a lot more cooperative. She actually guided us through the area, got us Tuktuk for our visits to places, made us breakfast, chatted with us about her...” - Mei
Hong Kong
“The owner is kind and helpful. She gave us recommendations of food and point of attraction. She’s also prompt in resolving issues on site. She makes very good Sri Lanka pancake if you’re up for it. Best location to visit Sigiriya -...” - Sean
Australia
“The location is excellent. The host is awesome. She can help you with booking an elephant safari. Amazing value for money. It has hot water too. Not burning hot but very good after climbing the lion rock! Beds are comfortable.” - Bibi
Netherlands
“The owner was so nice and she really went out of her way to help us with everything. She also went with us on a safari and organised everything so nicely. She knows a lot about animals and takes such good care of them. That is why we loved doing...” - Hanni
Sri Lanka
“We got really good and helpful informations from the very nice host..we felt like at home..the house has a perfect location..calm and in short distance restaurants, shops, interesting locations.. perfect, we recommend the house...” - Viola
Italy
“if you are looking a place to stay in sigiriya this is the one! was absolutely fantastic, peaceful and regenerative stay here. the owner is just amazing, she give us a lot of advice, very helpful. we was looking for a safari and guess what? she is...”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Some rooms are equipped with Air Conditioning for an additional fee. Guests that would like to have this amenities must contact the property prior to arrival.