Reggae paradise hostel

位置絕佳，就在獅子岩附近。 The location is excellent, just a short walk away from Sigiriya Rock.

住宿體驗不佳，主要問題包括：缺乏熱水與冷氣、室內光線不足、蚊蟲多，以及公共空間煙味過重。 I had a disappointing stay due to several issues: a lack of hot water and AC, dim lighting, an abundance of mosquitoes, and excessive secondhand smoke in the shared spaces.

Ev sahipleri çok iyilerdi ,her ricamı yerine getirdiler, hostelin temizliği olması gerektiği gibiydi, konumuda her yere yakın

İnternet çok yavaştı ama bunun geçici bir durum olduğu söylenmişti umarım da öyledir

Una familia encantadora, desde el primer momento te acogen como una más. Ambiente divertido, con música y buena comida. Ha sido un placer convivir con ellos estos días. Recomendado 100%.

Had nice vibes, good location, good staff

Internet didn’t work the whole 4 nights so I had to go other places for WiFi.

Nice location, just across the Lion rock, a lot of common area to hangout with other travelers, play cards or other games, also serve breakfast, which was good

Sehr liebes und aufgeschlossenes Personal, wenn man wollte konnte man viel mit ihnen machen Sehr gute Lage für Sigiriya (fußläufig Minimärkte, Restaurants, Bike Verleih, See, Sonnenuntergangsspot, Bushaltestelle)

Nice balcony n staff

Did not use credit card

It was an incredible experience. The location is very central and quiet. The service was great, very attentive at all times. And lastly, the quality and price were excellent. We really liked it.

Es war das beste Hostel in dem ich je war! Das Ambiente war sehr chillig und schön, aber das herausragende waren die Besitzer/Mitarbeiter*innen. Wir wurden herzlichst willkommen geheißen und wurden ohne Aufpreis zu unterschiedlichen Sehenswürdigkeiten gefahren. Das Personal begleitete uns und es fühlte sich an als würde man Freunde besuchen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und können es jedem wärmstens empfehlen dieses Hostel zu besuchen! Auch das Frühstück und Abendessen war sehr lecker!

Best owners ever! Best hostel ever!

What I miss as I type this review is the feeling of home away from home. I truly enjoyed my 3Ns here with Dasun and his family. I met some cool travellers from other countries, played carrom (the entire family plays so well), and had good fun. Dasun and his family were very helpful with things to do, bookings, transport, etc. They offer a simple breakfast. I had dinner here for one night, and it tasted good. For the price you pay, this is one of the best and so close to everything that you need when in Sigiriya.

Great location. Value for money. Hosts are very warm, welcoming and helpful

Facilities were very basic but can’t expect more for this budget to be honest.

Liked for Location

I've stayed in many hostels during my travels, but unfortunately, this was one of the worst experiences I've had. The dorms are more like makeshift huts with crooked, uncomfortable beds, and there is absolutely nothing else in the rooms. The entire property has only two bathrooms and toilets, both located outside in the garden, which is very inconvenient. The rooms were also very dirty. I wouldn't recommend this place to other travelers.

Great team, lovely resident dog, spot on location just down the road from the bus stop

This place is not for the weak. That’s all I’ll say.

It’s cheap and the location is good.

False advertisement on booking.com They listed many things which don’t match reality. Just for example there’s no towel provided and also no communal kitchen. The Hosts barley speak English which also makes the „Travel Desk“ quiet complicated. The walls of the room are super thin what makes it difficult to sleep during the night cause all noises from the street and the sitting area right in front of the room come inside. Also dogs come inside the room while you sleep, they can open the door.

Everything was fine until the drunk owner got mad shouting the whole night outside the room and poor staff and his wife fell prey to him for his lost mind. And he chased the girl who stayed in the hostel for asking him to reduce his volume at midnight 1am.

Everything was fine until the drunk owner got mad shouting the whole night outside the room and poor staff and his wife fell prey to him for his lost mind. And he chased the girl who stayed in the hostel for asking him to reduce his volume at midnight 1am.

Restroom outside of the room

Location is nice and the price is ok.

Not having hot water was not so bad....The worst was that bed was way too small. I guess if you are taller than 1,75cm u can't fit properly. There is mosquito nets but they are too close to you so they also dont do the job.

The location was nice, and the breakfast was ok.

1. There was no working Wifi during my stay. 2. There was loud music playing late into the night just outside the room by the staff of the hostel. 3. The room was super hot, only 1 fan for a room with 8 beds. 4. The bathrooms were very dirty. 5. In my bed the mosquito net didn’t work (there wasn’t enough space in the bottom bunk for it to stretch properly).

Location, people, breakfast included

The bathrooms were dirty

Very social! Delicious breakfast and super kind + generous staff. Room cleanliness is okay

Thin walls, so high noise levels from outside.

Very nice, I felt like a home

Cute vibes, good location n friendly staff

Good location. Nice staff - a welcome drink and helping us to organize a tuktuk for early morning hike.

Bathroom is outside. Beds shake and make noise with each turn. Not enough lockers. Weird smell in the room.

The staff were very friendly a helpful. Welcome drink and breakfast were very nice. The price quality is good.

We had some problems with dog during the night, he tried to get into our room.

The stuff was super friendly and helpful

Sadly the room was really not good The mosquito nets smelled horrible and they were dirty, there are also rats in the roof that you can definitely hear at night I'm kind of used to not so great places but I really felt uncomfortable in my bed, especially because of the mosquito net

The staff are super lovely here, and they’ve created a really nice vibe where you meet a lot of other backpackers. Also loved the welcome drink - papaya and lime juice - and the banana pancake breakfast included. Great location walking distance to lion rock. They also organised a pretty affordable jeep safari for us.

Beds were pretty noisy and the bathroom was a bit far away and a bit lacking.

Staff and location

The location is good and I'm sure it would be a fun hostel if a good group of people are there.

Hostel was super loud at night with music but no one but staff outside listening to it. The beds and mosquito nets stank. And the shower/toilet facilities were pretty dire. I'm all for cheap and cheerful but this was uncomfortable it was so dirty.

Location wise excellent, food was good, washroom was clean and fine.

No AC hence it was super hot in the day time, mosquitos issues, bed were not that comfortable, food and water were expensive. Prefer to buy water from the super market.

I will miss this place. This family owned hostel has something magic. The atmosphere is very friendly and you fell like to be in a big family. The woman owner and her mother are so cute and the staff very helpful and amazingly friendly, they touch me how to play carrom, and gave me all the help I need to go around. The location is perfect, near to restaurants and bars and Lion Rock either! Breakfast so tasty with pancake or roti with fresh fruit. Has been a wonderful stay and I higly recommend it! Sigiriya is not Sigiriya without Raggae paradise hostel.

Super vibes. Tasty food. Positive Vibration yeah ya positive!!

Super nice staff!

The room was not the best. The mosquito nets are kind of small so you can’t really use them and they stink. The bathroom is not really clean and there are snails in there. Also there where people outside listening to loud music until 2 am and since the room has small holes in there you can’t hear everything.

Good location. Offered a tuk tuk ride for fee to make most of time in the area.

If you’re not a smoker, I don’t recommend this hostel.

The owner treated everyone staying here as a family, he took us fishing next to the lake, we cooked and ate together so we basically got free cooking class and lunch. He also took some people out to eat. Overall very kind and fun people, trying their best even with the language barrier. The location is great and you can also buy food at the hostel so it’s very convenient.

If sleep is important to you, you’re gonna have to ask people not to sit next to the dorm wall because you’ll hear everything even with earplugs. And also ask that the music get’s turned down when you’re about to sleep.

It’s cheap so it’s pretty basic but I really enjoyed it here. The host makes such an effort to get everyone socialising - as soon as I go there he invited me along to a cheap safari with some of the other guests. This is the kind of place where it’d be hard to not make friends! That said, the pics are a little misleading as there’s only 8 beds in the dorm so it’s an intimate kind of social vibe The restaurant/lounge space was a fun place to hang out and the dogs are very sweet The staff were hospitable and keen to put food and drink down in front of you. Loved the pancakes for breakfast and the kottu. It was raining so I didn’t go but I get the impression there’s a sunrise trip to the viewpoint every day which would have been cool. Location good - right near the village, bus station, and lion rock.

Top bunk is a bit perilous and squeaky

Look, if you want very comfortable rooms and beds it's not the place for you (bed size 180 cm). But if you're looking for a cheap stay, very chill and friendly staff, affordable, tasty food and local experience this is 100% place for you. Owner is the most chill guy on whole Sri Lanka and he will show you around and give great advice for the rest of your stay on the island.

Small beds (180 cm), so if you're tall, than it's not going to be comfortable

the owners were amazing Nali made us feel at home and organized the most fun activities

Nice place, very cheerful energy and patio with tables very close to the street of all the restaurants and close to lion rock. The owner is very friendly and makes you feel at home. Loves reggae and music and chatting and will pass that on to you. very helpful and helpful with anything you need. If you are looking for a relaxed atmosphere, close by and with a bit of social movement it will suit you very well!!!

Very relaxing place with beautiful people, close to the lion rock and surrounded by nature and restaurants, helpful host with advices, also for the price, very recommended 👌

The vibe of the place is really nice. The guys of the hostel help you with everything The place is close to the main rocks

The staff are very friendly and helpful. They organise hikes for sunset everyday free of charge. It’s a great place to meet people, very social hostel. The location is great!

The location is a walking distance from Sigiriya lion rock and the Pirudungula one too The staff are super nice The outside was so beautiful to hang around at

The welcome banana soothie drink. The friendly and corcerned staffs.

The noisy blaring noise till the night. Not advertised properly as a mixed dormitory but as a single bed in a dormitory.There is only one dormitory.

The location was perfect, the vibe was always good, high energy, friendly and fun. The owner and his family and friends are all helpful and welcome everyone as family, ensuring their guests are happy and having a positive experience. This was the best place to meet like-minded solo travellers who enjoyed a good party! Very cheap price with a lovely traditional breakfast included. Loved my time at reggae and will definitely visit again in the future.

When the room was full of people in all 8 beds, it got quite warm. Another fan in the room would make it better. This still didn’t stop me spending an extra 2 nights there because I couldn't resist the party and good vibes!

As a solo traveler this is the place to go. I had such an amazing time here. Like a big family.

Sleeping in the upper bunk beds was sometimes a bit difficult without AC

Our host was incredibly kind and welcoming. He took us on a fun tour of the area in his colorful tuk-tuk. But what really touched my heart was the way he looked out for me, treating me like a little brother. He'd affectionately call me 'Malli' (which means 'little brother' in his language), and his genuine warmth made me feel like part of the family.

Cozy place with nice people and chill garden to lay back for a couple of days in your trip. Everything went smoothly, and the breakfast was good too. Thanks all of you for the good time :)

The vibe and the people, a laid back Hostel, nicely reggae-decorated. They fullfilled any need I had and have tips for my on going travel. Very nice hang out area.

It’s mostly a restaurant, so no kitchen available. Toilets were far from dorm.

Owner of the hostel was very friendly. And arranged everything that we need

Mood and peace vibe

Great place with a marvellous host.

Their Hospitality is amazing, breakfast was yummy!!

There was no hand wash in the bathroom!

Welcoming and friendly, chill atmosphere.. Thank you Nali and family, you made my stay in sigiriya really special ❤️

This place is great to spend a few days in sigiriya, and lay back a little! The owner, his son and his wife are very friendly. They offer many different activities for a good price. Breakfast is included and excellent… You get to meet many people there too!

Nights can be hot their, but it’s not unbearable…

Really nice people and tasty pancakes for breakfast.

People is very nice, locals tought me to play carrom, I still suck at it!

You need earplugs at night if u go to sleep early!!

What an incredible hostel!! You arrive and it's like visiting some uncles you haven't seen in a long time, a great family that will be at your disposal to help you with everything you need, from welcoming you with a delicious juice to getting you a taxi for your next stop. Always with good energy and planning activities all together. I loved the vibes of reggae paradise hostel, I would definitely return 🫶

Amazing staff, great atmosphere in the hostel. We went to swim to nearby lake with friends and staffs with their tuktuk, and that was absolutely one of the most happiest times in Sri Lanka. And They offer nice breakfast as well. Willing to visit again!

Washroom is outside but okay

One of the best places in Sri Lanka! Super friendly and family atmosphere, great location and chill garden. Everyone there is so nice and made my stay in Sigiriya perfect!!!

I loved my stay at reggae paradise so much! I ended up extending for 2 extra nights because it was so good. The people working there are so lovely and go above and beyond to help you out. The place is comfortable and the pancakes in the morning was very nice. From the moment you arrive it feels like a family and it was a great place to meet fellow travellers. Also loved the evening games of carrom!

The staff were so welcoming! Lemonade on arrival was a great addition and good vibes. Free breakfast was yummy.

The toilets - the cistern sprayed onto the shower area when it flushed which is obviously really unhygienic. They could do with a sink and mirror outside the rooms for people to brush teeth/wash face etc as there was often a long wait if someone was showering etc.

Absolutely loved the vibe! Really cool, Chill out vibes. The place is pretty new, so the owner is constantly updating / building new facilities for the travelers, which I love! Must go place!

Chill vibes, and the staff will help you with what's needed.

Such an amazing little place with great vibes. Met some amazing people and the owner was super helpful and told us lots of cool spots to check out. Small hostel and family vibe, which I loved! The breakfast was so good too!

There’s only one toilet and bathroom in the same room which is a bit inconvenient. The beds also weren’t that comfy. However, what it lacks in luxury it makes up in good vibes! Would recommend.

Location is ok, nice

They just have one shower and one toilet which makes it difficult sometimes. Surroundings are good. Staff is nice but i think they could do a bit more to make it a bit more welcoming. 😉

I had a really good time here, the bed is comfortable and has a mosquito net. The owner is super friendly, he offered us a cooking class in the evening where we learned how to prepare a Sri Lankan dish without any kitchen machines which was super yummy. Also the sweet coconut pancakes for breakfast are amazing - I‘m still dreaming about them. I would definitely come again!

The atmosphere was amazing! I had a really great time ;)) the owner is very friendly and caring. The property is nice with a lot of places to just chill and socialise. A very worthwhile stay.

Best hostel, I've been to in sri lanka. Felt like part of the family. Nali took us on many adventures tuktuk safaris. We also did a cooking class there,which was amazing and I've learnt a lot. First booked for to night's, extended two times. The dogs are super cute and nalis wife makes the best roti. Thank you for everything, rasta-family!

It's likely to stuck there for a while :))

Atmosphere in this place is amazing. Everyone is family in this place and it comes naturally. Bros are super helpful, If you want to take a trip, they will arrange it for resonable price. The food is really good aswell. Best place!!!!