Ahalagala, Rock Front , Sigiriya, Sigiriya, Central Province, 21120
What's nearby
Sigiriya Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Ancient City of Sigiriya - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Pidurangala Rock - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
Minneriya National Park - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
Dambulla Cave Temple - 20 min drive - 17.3 km
Getting around
Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 79.5 miles/128 km
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
RastaRant - 14 min walk
Cinnamon Lodge Tuskers Bar - 21 min drive
Pradeep Restaurant - 15 min walk
Magic Food Restaurant - 20 min drive
Sigiriya Village Hotel - 3 min drive
About this property
Palitha Home Stay
Palitha Home Stay is a great choice for a stay in Sigiriya. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
Up to 3 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Barbecue grills
Private dining
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Playground
What to do
Rock climbing
Scooter/moped rentals
Bicycle tour information
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Mosquito nets
Shopping mall on site
Bicycle parking
Accessibility
Lever door handles
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Dining table
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Mobile key entry
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - restaurant.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3 for adults and USD 3 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 12000.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts cash.
Also known as
Palitha Home Stay B&B Dambulla
Palitha Home Stay Dambulla
Palitha Home Stay Sigiriya
Palitha Home Stay Bed & breakfast
Palitha Home Stay Bed & breakfast Sigiriya
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Palitha Home Stay?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Palitha Home Stay?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Palitha Home Stay?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 12000.00 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Palitha Home Stay?
Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at Palitha Home Stay and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as rock climbing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Palitha Home Stay?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Palitha Home Stay have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Palitha Home Stay like?
Palitha Home Stay is in the heart of Sigiriya, a short 16-minute walk from Sigiriya Museum.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
5.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
Jul 29, 2024
This was a homestay although I may have been misled by the previous reviews my expectancy was high.
However on arrival I was slightly disillusioned and even moreso when during the night on a visit to the loo I stepped on a huge Centipede....
Definitely not as highly rated as the reviews show.. but comfortable in its own way.
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 20, 2023
Great stay in Sirigiya
Lovely home stay, Baggi was friendly, helpful & accommodating and it is a great spot with a beautiful garden. The walls are thin though so take ear plugs if you are sensitive sound but otherwise I enjoyed my time here.
Bethany
Bethany, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2023
Fabulous stay
Fantastic stay. Great hosts and the place could not be cleaner!
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2023
First of all, my choice was good.
I requesed a taxi service from Corombo airport to this hotel. The cost was 25000LKR≒72USD. It's not expensive. It was around 3hours drive.
Located is near from Sigiriya.You might be able to go there on your foot, but I rent a hotel's bicycle. It was easy to reach there. The cost was FREE.So nice!
I had two days breakfast, the cost was very cheap. but taste was gorgeous. It might be Sri Lanka cuisine. It became my good members.
The staffs are Family menber. They all very friendly and kindness. They made my trip.
Extremely Satisfied!!
Joji
Joji, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2021
Overall simple and nice for the price
Gabriel
Gabriel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2020
David
David, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2019
highly recommended with wonderful atmosphere
A lovely family runs this place and the food is the best vegetarian meals I have had anywhere. It an be served to the table outside your room if you wish. The place is very clean and the two older sons working there are very polite and kind. They offer their own tuktuk, which means you don't get charged high prices. It is a true bargain and was a rewarding experience while staying in this area.
Judy-Lynn
Judy-Lynn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2019
Fabulous setting
Our stay was lovely, the setting was amazing, in a forest with monkeys and beautiful garden. Spotlessly clean. Helped us with tuktuk to Dambulla at a good price and cab for onward travel with a very good driver.
cooked lunch at short notice, bars are nearby, 15 minute walk to Sigiriya or take tuktuk.
william
william, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2019
Great place to stay.
Palitha homestay was a very welcoming place to stay. They had delicious breakfast and a lovely family took excellent care. The location was peaceful.
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3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2019
Magical Homestay
Our most enjoyable and best value accommodation in Sri Lanka was the Palitha Homestay. Gracious hosts. Fabulous home cooking. Very convenient location for walk up Lion's Rock to fortress on top ( amazing). Close to tourist village for beers before dinner at homestay. Super breakfast (included). Scrupulously clean inside and outside. Highest recommendation.
Karen
Karen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2018
A home away from home
Palitha Homestay was my "home" away from home. I initially planned to stay in Habarana & I only booked 2 nights here, but I'm glad I extended my stay. It's clean & no frills, run/owned by a very good & genuine family (most of my contact was with Mrs. Palitha & her son Bhagya), has good & healthy food (cooked by Mrs. Palitha), and is very close to the town centre and Lion Rock (15 mins max to walk to the ticket office). Bhagya/Mrs. Palitha can also help with tours/transport/travel tips. Most people stay only 2 nights in Sigiriya but it makes for a good base and cycling around the area & seeing everyday "real" life is worthwhile! Highly recommended.
Irene
Irene, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2018
A Precious Gem
This was our second home stay in Sri Lanka and we found a precious gem! The family's older son met us and made us feel very welcome. He is a credit to his family. Our room was clean, spacious and very comfortable. The home is located very close to natural park where wild elephants roam! The streets are dark, so take a torch!
BERNADETTE
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2018
Highly recommended
This was one of the best places I have stayed in Sri Lanka. My room (the blue room) was gorgeous with a lovely verandah to relax on. Mrs Palitha and her family went out of their way to help me in all sorts of ways, including a 5am tuk-tuk ride to Pidurangula and then to the junction when I was leaving. Mrs Palitha is also a wonderful cook.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2018
Amazing hosts, great location
A great home stay, not far from the main road but felt like you were in the forest. The owners were very friendly, helped organise our safari and were always happy to make us delicious food.
Warm welcome, beautiful room with view on the garden (you cannot see the rock from this place even if not far). Home-made dinner, it was good and big quantities. Palitha was like a mother during our stay, and gave us good advice to visit Sigiriya. De recommend this place !