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Reviews of Hello Aliya Hostel

sigiriya, 21120 Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

#14 of 151 hotels in Sigiriya

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Review score

Based on 21 hostel reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 1 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property was super clean. The beds, bathrooms were all clean. The owner and hostel caretaker were both super friendly and we spent quite some time together. Also quite close to all the major locations. Loveddd the breakfast and totallllyy worth the price. LOVED THE EXPERIENCE FOR REAL

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Since it's a new hostel, the place was clean and comfortable. The staffs were helpful and great too.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location, very clean, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The breakfast was also really good. I had a great time staying here – would definitely recommend it!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    I had an exceptional 2-day stay at Hello Aliya Hostel, everything from the warm welcome at check-in to the spotless, well-appointed room made my visit truly enjoyable. The staff were incredibly courteous and attentive, always ready to help with a smile. The food was delicious, especially the breakfast which had a great variety and was served fresh and on time. The overall ambiance of the hostel was peaceful and relaxing, and all facilities were well-maintained. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for comfort, quality service, and a memorable experience .

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    10
    Brand new hostel with lovely owner
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staying at Hello Aliya feels less like a hostel and more like staying at an old friend’s house. The owner Isu is incredibly kind and respectful. The hostel is brand new so everything is incredibly clean. It is situated just off the main road. 2 minute walk to the bus stop, 10 mins walk to the entrance of Lion’s Rock, and a 10 minute drive to Pidurangala peak. I really enjoyed my stay there. As a solo woman, I felt safe and welcomed. The breakfast is lovely and the staff even taught me how to play carrom. After one month of traveling Sri Lanka, this is by far my favorite hostel.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    10
    More than excellent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was hot in April because there was no AC. But it was acceptable.

    I stayed in this hostel for 3 nights. All of the equipment was very clean and the bed was bigger than a single bed, so it was very comfortable. But the best point of this hostel is the staff. They care for me all the time and are quite kind. It is the reason that I extended to stay here one more night. If I come back to Sigiriya next time I will stay in this hostel again.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2025

    10
    Clean and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Hostel is amazing. The beds are Huge and have the best mattress all over Sri Lanka. I enjoyed my stay a lot. Bathroom was clean, stuff was very friendly and the food was really delicious. They organized us a tuktuk to go to the sunrise hike and also make sure to answer all of your questions. Thank you a lot!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel owner isu was so friendly and so are the staff, they were smiling every time we met and we played caroom together for a long time and hostel owner also showed to us to various places with his bike. Totally worth the stay.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Team were very helpful and that’s what it matters !!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is the best and cleanest hostel I have stayed in all of Sri Lanka so far. Nice, big and clean beds and very friendly and helpful owner. Highly recommend this place and will come again for sure!!!!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    10
    Perfect stay with awesome recommendations, nice bathrooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wish I left Colombo sooner.

    Just about the closest you can stay to the Sigiriya lion rock (you should get there at 5am to beat the crowds and an amazing sunrise). The owner gave me awesome personalized recommendations. Lined up a safari where I saw maybe 30 wild elephants. So many babies. Looks newly remodeled and very clean. Perfectly clean sheets and towels. Attention to detail. Large nice bathroom. Good local in house breakfast. Very relaxed town, close to easily walkable restaurants. I suggest the train here from Colombo 4$ second class. A perfect stay thanks to the super knowledgeable local host. Thank you

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2025

    10
    Best hostel in Sigiriya ❤️
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had the best time in sigiriya Best staff and food very helpful Value for money Isu and Kadhira helped us explore sigiriya and gave all the information and helped us Very happy with Hello Aliya❤️❤️

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, always ready to help with anything I needed. It’s clear that the hostel is new, with fresh and clean interiors that made the experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a comfortable and friendly environment!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was cool

    Super fun and friendly staff, clean with a great breakfast

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such an amazing place to stay and staff's are very friendly... clean comfortable.... im so happy that I choose this place💗🍃 their hospitality is remarkable

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2025

    10
    Fantastic Reliable and good service. 👌👌👌
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was very lucky to be the first customer of this hotel, thank you 🙏🇮🇳🇮🇳

    Such an amazing experience, great hotel and extremely polite/friendly staff. Delicious breakfast with various options. All My Indian Friends I Fully recommend This Hotel 👌👌👌🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

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