Here are top boutique / small eco-minded places to consider around Sigiriya (short description, why they’re eco, and how close they are to Sigiriya Rock):

1. Jetwing Vil Uyana — luxury eco-boutique built over reclaimed wetlands; renowned for biodiversity, wetland restoration and community programmes. Boutique villas (water, paddy, marsh, forest habitats); about 3–5 km / ~10 minutes from Sigiriya Rock. Best for: nature lovers who want high-end sustainable lodging. (jetwinghotels.com)

2. Back of Beyond — Jungle Hideaway (Pidurangala) — small, low-impact forest retreat with simple open-plan lodges, limited electrics, organic/local food and a strong “touch gently” conservation ethos; located adjacent to Pidurangala (only a few minutes from Sigiriya). Best for: rustic/quiet stays, walkers and birders. (backofbeyond.lk)

3. Diyabubula (Barberyn Art & Jungle Hideaway) — tiny boutique art-and-nature hideaway (only a handful of villas) set in an artist-designed water garden; built of reclaimed timber and integrated into the landscape. Best for: design/art lovers who want intimate, low-density stays (based in the Dambulla area, ~20 km / 30–40 min from Sigiriya). (diyabubula.com)

4. Ayurvie Sigiriya (Ayurvedic Retreat) — wellness-focused boutique retreat that emphasises low-impact construction, on-site organic farming and Ayurvedic treatments; right in the Sigiriya area (walking/short drive to the Rock). Best for: wellness, spa and detox stays. (themacollection.com)

5. SigiriyaJungles / Sigiriya Eco Resort — smaller eco-resort that highlights rainwater management, LED/low-energy design, on-site gardens and waste separation; positioned as an eco-friendly, nature-embracing option near Sigiriya. Best for: budget-conscious eco travellers who still want resort facilities. (sigiriyajungles.com)

6. Sigiri Vananthara (Sigiriya Nature Resort) — self-styled off-grid / solar-powered nature resort that emphasises renewable energy, composting and minimal footprint; promoted as a nature-first property in the Sigiriya area. Best for: off-grid / solar-focused stays. (sigirivananthara.com)

7. Eco Hills Sigiriya — newer cabana/villa-style eco accommodation marketing local sourcing, farm-to-table dining and nature trails; positioned as a more affordable eco option very near Sigiriya Rock. Best for: travellers who want simple eco-cabins close to the site. (ecohillssigiriya.com)

Notes and quick tips

• Jetwing Vil Uyana is widely cited as the flagship eco property in the area (wetland restoration, biodiversity and conservation projects). If your priority is a proven sustainability programme and wildlife on-site, that’s the standout. (jetwinghotels.com)
• For a very small, intimate and artistically curated stay choose Diyabubula; for rustic/nature immersion pick Back of Beyond (Pidurangala). (diyabubula.com)
• Distances/times are approximate (properties cluster around Sigiriya, Pidurangala and nearby Dambulla/Habarana). If you want I can check current availability, exact driving times from your arrival point, or show comparative rates for a set date.