What I loved about Otunna Guest House was the genuine hospitality and warm welcome from the hosts. The property offered a peaceful and authentic Sri Lankan experience, away from the crowds, while still being comfortable and beautifully maintained. The rooms were clean, spacious, and thoughtfully prepared, making it easy to relax after a day of exploring. The food was a real highlight, with delicious home-cooked meals that showcased local flavours and fresh ingredients. The surrounding scenery was stunning, creating a calm and tranquil atmosphere that made it difficult to leave. Most of all, it was the kindness, care, and local knowledge of the hosts that made the stay so memorable. Otunna Guest House felt less like accommodation and more like being welcomed into a home. Thank you Dinesh, Mama, Dad and sister

Our stay at Otunna Guesthouse was simply wonderful! Dinesh and his family gave us an incredibly warm welcome and made us feel right at home from the very first moment. Their open and friendly nature, along with their many great tips about the surrounding area, made our stay truly special. The apartment was very comfortable, lovingly furnished, and exceptionally clean. We were particularly impressed by the beautiful garden – a little oasis of tranquility where you can perfectly relax and enjoy nature. An absolute highlight was the food: fresh, authentic, and prepared with so much love. The fresh fruit juices were simply unbeatable and a daily treat! We wholeheartedly recommend Otunna Guesthouse and would return in a heartbeat. Thank you so much to Dinesh and his family for this unforgettable experience!

“Warm hospitality and delicious food”

My family and I stayed at Otunna Guest House in February 2026. The house has an excellent location not far from Lion Rock. It is not very big, but our family of five (2 adults, 1 child, and 2 teens) felt comfortable. Dinesh, his wife, and his parents are very welcoming and lovely people. We are very grateful that they shared their traditional Sri Lankan cuisine with us. The breakfasts they made for us were absolutely delicious. Dinesh helped us organise our transfer and found us a wonderful driver, Sanju, who took us from Sigiriya to Dambulla, then to Kandy, Ambuluwawa, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, and finally to Weligama. Dinesh, thank you for your wonderful hospitality. You truly made us feel at home. Wishing you all the best and hoping we can come back someday!

“We would highly recommend staying here.”

We were very welcomed by Dinesh and his family. Was a very peaceful stay in a lovely cabin and nice forest setting. Close to Lion Rock walking distance to local restaurants. Breakfast was amazing.

“Wonderful sanctuary at The Otunna”

The location was fantastic, the beautiful gardens were lush and breakfast was amazing! Dinesh and his family were so welcoming and helpful to us. Dinesh went above and beyond to help us charge our self drive electric tuk tuks. Such a lovely place to stay and enjoy our time in Sigiriya. The local people of the village were so friendly as well.

“Wonderful place to stay I Sigiriya lots of restaurants close to the attractions and the host was incredible helpful”

Good location comfortable room lovely breakfast host and family were just such wonderful people truly amazing place to stay

“Best place to start your Sri Lankan adventure!”

Dinesh and his family went far and beyond to ensure that all of our needs were catered for (transportation, meals, excursions). The location was wonderful and serene, with the room overlooking the well-maintained garden. The breakfast was the BEST we had in Sri Lanka and was a real highlight. I couldn’t recommend this place enough, everything was exceptional.

“Beautiful stay, an incredible family running the place”

The whole family made our stay unforgettable. The breakfasts were absolutely huge and delicious!! Great location, easy walk to the action but in its own peace and quiet. Loved the jungle vibes.

“The best place to stay in Sigiriya”

Exceptional service, family run, clean, amazing location

A beautiful jungle hideaway, lovingly looked after by Dinesh and his family. Spotlessly clean, comfy and cute. Incredible breakfasts.

“A wonderful stay in Sigiriya. Don’t miss this place.”

Dinesh and his family were an absolute joy to be around. I could have stayed with them for two weeks. The care and attention they put into their accommodation and coffee shop are a credit to Sigiriya. I hope to be back one day. I will never be hungry again after eating the glorious dinners and breakfasts!

“Wonderful family stay thank you”

Really friendly staff - warm welcome and very helpful Wonderful food The houses are very clean and spacious Close proximity to Lion’s rock and neighbouring restaurants and bars It felt like a little paradise amidst quite a touristy street

“Lovely staff and great value for money”

Dinesh was a really friendly host and helped us out with a lot of our travel around Sigiriya, setting us up with local guides. Other than that, hotel was in a great location with very clean rooms. Food was lovely too. Overall great value for money.

We had the most wonderful stay and felt truly welcomed from the very first moment. The hospitality was exceptional – we were received with such warmth and kindness that it immediately felt like home. The location itself is absolutely magical, nestled in a lush, almost enchanted jungle. Waking up surrounded by nature, greenery, and wildlife was an unforgettable experience. You can truly feel how much the host loves and respects this place. He deeply cares about protecting the environment, the animals, and the natural beauty around him – and that makes the stay even more special. Our host went above and beyond in every possible way. He informed us about everything we needed to know, gave us the best recommendations for activities, and always made sure we were safe, happy, and well taken care of. He organized tuk-tuks for us, helped us plan excursions, and even arranged a driver to take us to our next accommodation – which was incredibly helpful, as organizing transport locally can be quite challenging. The breakfast was absolutely phenomenal – truly one of the highlights of our stay. It was freshly prepared by his family and consisted of authentic Sri Lankan breakfast dishes. Everything was homemade, delicious, and prepared with so much love. This is not just a place to stay – it’s a place created and cared for with heart and soul. If you’re looking for an authentic, peaceful, and genuinely welcoming experience surrounded by nature, this is the perfect choice. We are deeply grateful and would return anytime.

Dinesh and family were amazing, you couldn’t ask for better hospitality! The hotel itself was amazing, luxury rooms but retained the jungle feel. Fantastic breakfast and lots of help booking Safari’s, activities and onwards travel.

“Couldn’t ask for a better guest house close to the rustic charms of Sigiriya . Mr Dinesh and all the staff were great as”

Well situated Clean as a new pin Really well equipped Fab staff Best breakfast ever! And excellent coffee available too Left air pods in the room and were informed mega fast - would never even had realised I’d left them - thank you team

“Great stay 👍”

Beautiful garden, which creates a true jungle feeling. The breakfast was great, as was the overall service. Various restaurants and small shops in walking distance!

Amazing staff, great facilities and food

“Amazing option in Sigiriya”

Amazing option in Sigiriya

excellent breakfast, staff very friendly