Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 144 reviews.
Michael
Germany · Couple · September 2026
“Really exceeded our expectation”
+We ended up extending our stay at Danara Homestay from one night to two. Danara is a great host who has two cute small dogs and plenty of local contacts, making it super easy to book transport or activities directly through her. The included breakfast was impressive and completely exceeded our expectations, offering much more than typical complimentary spreads. She also offers home-cooked dinners, which we didn't try since we ate out, but I'm sure they are just as good. The room was clean, equipped with working AC, and had a large, comfortable bathroom with no issues at all. Right outside the room, there's a nice little terrace with two loungers and a table to relax in the evening, as well as a hammock under the palm trees in the garden. It’s a very comfortable spot to stay, and we really enjoyed our time here
Gayan
Sri Lanka · Solo · September 2026
+Its beautiful and clean place
Leah
United Kingdom · Couple · May 2026
+Everything about the stay was perfect! Big comfy clean rooms and delicious breakfast/dinner. Would highly recommend to stay here while in Sigiriya😊
Daniel
United Kingdom · Couple · April 2026
+The lady was helpful and decent value for money that came with good breakfast. Recommend having home cook dinner by the owner
−There was vicious dogs at the entrance and on the way to the property. While these are not the owners it still uncomfortable to leave the property on foot or via motor bike. We had an incident where we were chased by a dog on the road up to the property.
Agnieszka
United Kingdom · Couple · March 2026
“Great stay in nature in a big and comfortable room”
+Very comfortable room with air conditioning, mosquito net, and a nice big bed. Located in the jungle where you can see monkeys and relax on the terrace. We had a traditional dinner (rice & curry) which was very good. Breakfast is included. The place is close to the main road and 15 min drive to the Lion’s Rock. Other restaurants close by as well. I really liked our stay there, surrounded by nature with very nice hosts.
−Having a kettle in the room would have been a plus but if you ask the host, she will provide a hot water.
Hamid
Bangladesh · Solo · March 2026
“Compare to money it’s fair.”
+The hospitality of the owner.
−The location, it was so far and I was scared to go out at night.
NOEMI
Spain · Couple · September 2026
“Personal muy atento y el entorno muy bonito rodeado de naturaleza”
+Las instalaciones y la tranquilidad
−Cuesta un poco de llegar
Dalia
Italy · Couple · September 2026
“Relax e ospitalità”
+Struttura immersa nel verde, super tranquillo e vicino a ristorantini locali per la sera. Danara è stata super disponibile, ha cucinato quando volevamo mangiare a casa, ci ha dato consigli sulla zona e organizzato per noi il Safari. Colazione tra le migliori che abbiamo assaggiato in Sri Lanka, i nostri preferiti erano i suoi pancake con cocco. Super consigliato!
Brian
Belgium · Solo · August 2026
+Tout était parfait. La chambre, la gentillesse de Danara et la nourriture ! Il faut absolument prendre le curry. Je recommande
Lilou
France · Couple · August 2026
“Une guesthouse au cœur de la jungle, un accueil et un service tout simplement parfaits.”
+We loved this guesthouse! Tucked away in a little corner of the jungle, it's beautiful, with a really well-kept garden. The room is spacious, with a view of the garden from both the room and the terrace. You're truly surrounded by nature, no busy road nearby, which is exactly what makes it so special. It's about a 10-15 minute walk to restaurants, wood carving shops, an ATM, a mini-market, basically everything you need. Breakfast is delicious and generous, and you can choose what time you'd like it, even before sunrise if you're heading up for the rock climb. But what we loved most is how accommodating the owner is. She can arrange anything for you: taxis, dinner, what to visit and in what order, at what time of day. She's just wonderful. And everything actually works out cheaper if you book through them: their driver has his own car and is 20-30% cheaper than PickMe, dinner is 1500 rupees per person, and the safari is cheaper than through an agency too, with a private jeep, and the driver makes sure to head toward the areas in the park with the fewest other jeeps around the elephants. A special mention for her driver, Amal, who picked us up in Anuradhapura, took us to Pidurangala