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About this property
Set amidst a tropical landscape, The Thick Forest features traditional bungalows that overlook Sigiriya‘s Rock Fortress. This non-smoking resort offers complimentary WiFi access and has an open-air restaurant which serves local dishes and drinks. Located 4.5 metres from the ground, the wooden bungalows have large windows that provide plenty of natural light. Each is equipped with a fan, mosquito net and private balcony. With a 24-hour front desk, the resort bicycle rental services, while travel and sightseeing bookings can be made at the tour desk. The Forest is 700 metres from the Sigiriya Tank and 1.2 km from the Archaeological Museum. It is 2.2 km from Boulder Gardens and 44 km from Hingurakgoda Airport.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Imane
France“Nice stay in the forest .. cute surroundings and not far from sigiriya rock” - Anxhela
Albania“Amazing staff. They made sure to assist us with all our requests.” 
Dillon
New Zealand“Great stay and convenient. The hosts stayed up late so we could check in.”- Luca
United Kingdom“Perfect location to easily reach Lions Rock and Pidurangala rock in the early morning. Breakfast was probably the best we had in Sri Lanka. The hosts have been amazing and very helpful, we just wish we could stay longer. Highly recommended.” - Suranga New Zealand“Lots of trees around there and beautiful view to Sigiriya rock front and back side Pidurangala rock my kids had great experience.. had a awesome break fast with lots of varieties of traditional food.”
- April
Philippines“The family is very accommodating, they still waited for us even if its late check in The treehouse. they have constructed it as a treehouse outside but inside looks like a hotel.” - Geoffroy
Singapore“It was authentic, well located, had great breakfast and wonderful staff. WiFi worked.” - Libby United Kingdom“The property was so sweet, little tree houses in the forest, felt super safe and the host where beyond helpful and friendly. Breakfast was a lovely selection of food. Hosts helped organise Taxis and day plans for us and made sure we got reasonable...”
- Thomas United Kingdom“The location is amazing and the family running the property are so lovely and helpful. Perfect location between Lions Rock and Pidurangala rock. Breakfast was also fantastic.”
- Sangaravel United Kingdom“VERY NICE & QUITE ENVIRONMET ,VERY HEALPFULL POLITE AND FLEXIBLE OWNER ,VERY GOOD BREAKFAST”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineAsian
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
