The Thick Forest

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

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About this property

Set amid a tropical landscape, The Thick Forest features traditional bungalows that overlook Sigiriya‘s Rock Fortress. This nonsmoking resort offers complimentary WiFi access and has an open-air restaurant which serves local dishes and drinks. Located 15 feet 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 2297 feet from the Sigiriya Tank and 0.7 mi from the Archaeological Museum. It is 1.4 mi from Boulder Gardens and 27 mi from Hingurakgoda Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Free crib available on request

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Vegetarian, Halal, Asian

    • Options with:

    • Terrace

    • Mountain view

    • Landmark view

    • Garden view

    • Inner courtyard view

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Double Room with Mountain View
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$131 for 3 nights
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Double Room with Mountain View
Free crib available on request
1 room
256 feet²
Balcony
Garden View
Mountain View
Landmark View
City View
Inner courtyard view
Airconditioning
Private bathroom
Barbecue
Terrace
  • Free toiletries
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Desk
  • Sitting area
  • Suit press
  • Private entrance
  • Refrigerator
  • Mosquito net
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Guest bathroom
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Laptop safe
  • Dryer
  • Dining table
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Fold-up bed
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Single-room AC for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitizer
Max. people: 2
$40 per night
Price $131
Included: 10 % Service charge
  • Very good breakfast included
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    Only 1 room left on our site
Standard Bungalow
  • 1 full bed
Free crib available on request
Entire bungalow
225 feet²
Balcony
Garden View
Mountain View
Landmark View
Inner courtyard view
Private bathroom
Soundproofing
Terrace
Max. people: 2
$41 per night
Price $134
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One-Bedroom Chalet
Only 1 left on our site
  • 1 queen bed
Free crib available on request
Entire chalet
289 feet²
Balcony
Garden View
Mountain View
Landmark View
Inner courtyard view
Airconditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Barbecue
Terrace
Max. people: 2
$46 per night
Price $151
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Max. people: 3
$54 per night
Price $178
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nima
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    “Amazing treehouse experience with a wonderful host and great food. Great location with wonderful trails nearby”
  • Maris
    Latvia Latvia
    “A wonderful place with houses located at treetop level, offering a stunning direct view of Sigiriya and a feeling of being in the middle of nowhere.”
  • Daniel
    Romania Romania
    “The location, the jungle atmosphere, the very nice and welcoming staff members”
  • Karla
    Germany Germany
    “The property is very beautiful. The staff is very kind and helpful. Would definitely recommend staying there.”
  • Estefania
    United States United States
    “The best thing of our stay was the wonderful manager that took us for an excursion early in the morning. The views from the room are beautiful, it's a short Tuk Tuk ride to the main part of Sigiriya. Comfortable bed.”
  • Chantrea
    Cambodia Cambodia
    “The place has amazing views of Sigiriya. We can see both Sigiriya Lion Rock and Pidurangala Rock from our room and from breakfast place. I guarantee this place has the best view in town. Also, on the way to town, if you're lucky, then you may see...”
  • Sadie
    United States United States
    “It’s a lovely property in the jungle, very cute cabins and a great value! The hotel staff is very friendly and welcoming, 100% recommend staying here! Location is also great for Sigiriya and Pidurangala, highly recommend hiking Pidurangala at...”
  • Carmel
    Israel Israel
    “The hotel manager was very friendly and arranged for us all we needed in good prices. He made our trip there very special. Nice view to the Lion's Rock. Nice breakfast. Very quite place in forest.”
  • Imane
    France France
    “Nice stay in the forest .. cute surroundings and not far from sigiriya rock”
  • April
    Philippines 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.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 11:30 AM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
$10 per person, per night

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

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