Title: Surfing Elephant Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=124086388&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Surfing Elephant Hostel Hotel in Matara with spa services and coffee shop/cafe ## Photo gallery for Surfing Elephant Hostel ![Restaurant - Surfing Elephant Hostel (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124090000/124086400/124086388/936a8d6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Surfing Elephant Hostel (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124090000/124086400/124086388/0da5589e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Surfing Elephant Hostel (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124090000/124086400/124086388/4494cd9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared Dormitory - Surfing Elephant Hostel (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124090000/124086400/124086388/41c13ec2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Surfing Elephant Hostel (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124090000/124086400/124086388/79ca29c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant at Surfing Elephant Hostel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatara-Hotels-Surfing-Elephant-Hostel.h124086388.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatara-Hotels-Surfing-Elephant-Hostel.h124086388.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Matara, Surfing Elephant Hostel 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matara.dx6326702) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.93712%2C80.52712&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oQXLPLM2o23hRwNOF5tGDBZgVWM=) 30a Beach Rd, Matara, SP, 81000 ### What's nearby - ![Long stretch of nice beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326702/a79511de-106b-4e80-b963-4ab297529660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Polhena Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Nice hot day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326702/4eb765c2-5985-4a6e-996b-486d4d55155b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Madiha Beach 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles - ![The main beach in Mirissa. Some strong waves. Plenty of bars and restaurants to keep you fed and hydrated. Stunning. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/05c25a9b-099b-4492-95cf-111d6541845c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mirissa Beach 11 min drive \- 6.1 miles - ![At the start of the beautiful Secret Beach (Mirissa) is a section where the sand is pink! #srilanka #secret beach # colours #pink ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/63ed48a2-5b54-4b74-8c03-02f6fed8ba8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Secret Beach 15 min drive \- 7.4 miles - Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint 10 min drive \- 5.4 miles ### Getting around - Midigama Railway Station 39 min drive - Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) 141 min drive ### Restaurants - The Doctor's House 17 min walk - Swell 5 min drive - KFC 8 min drive - Pizza Hut 5 min drive - Baba's Place 4 min drive ## About this property ### Surfing Elephant Hostel Property highlights At Surfing Elephant Hostel, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 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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 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Spa - Massage - Spa services ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shared bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 6:00 AM ### 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 ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 10 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Surfing Elephant Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Surfing Elephant Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Surfing Elephant Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Surfing Elephant Hostel? ### Where is Surfing Elephant Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---