Surfing Elephant Resort

3.0 star property

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Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and an outdoor entertainment area at Surfing Elephant Resort. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a body treatment. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business centre.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is RM480
RM567 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug

Room options

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Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premier Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premier Double or Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Matara, Surfing Elephant Resort is near the beach. Star Fort and Dondra Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mirissa Beach and Polhena Beach. Visit our Matara travel guide
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No. 30 Beach Road, Polhena, Matara, Polhena, Matara, Sri lanka, 81000

What's nearby

  • A rocky shoreline with clear turquoise water and waves crashing against the rocks.
    Polhena Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A beach with waves, palm trees, and a building.
    Madiha Beach
    3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • A beach with palm trees, a rocky outcrop, and the ocean.
    Mirissa Beach
    12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by dense palm trees and a small island.
    Hiriketiya Beach
    33 min drive - 32.1 km
  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and several boats anchored near the water's edge.
    Unawatuna Beach
    42 min drive - 52.6 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station
    39 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    141 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Doctor's House
    17 min walk
  • KFC
    8 min drive
  • The Dutchman's Street
    8 min drive
  • Cafe 4 U
    6 min drive
  • Florence Cafe
    6 min drive

About this property

Surfing Elephant Resort

  • Property highlights
  • You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and an outdoor entertainment area at Surfing Elephant Resort. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a body treatment. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), concierge services and barbecues
    • Outdoor furniture and a 24-hour front desk
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Surfing Elephant Resort have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Body treatments
  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 4 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 8 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Does Surfing Elephant Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Surfing Elephant Resort?

As of 31 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surfing Elephant Resort on 30 Aug 2026 start from RM480, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Surfing Elephant Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Surfing Elephant Resort?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Surfing Elephant Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Surfing Elephant Resort?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Surfing Elephant Resort located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Polhena Beach and Madiha Beach. Star Fort and Our Lady of Matara Shrine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

10

Exceptional