Title: Surfing Elephant Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6326702&destination=Matara%2C+Southern+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=123982896&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Surfing Elephant Resort ## Photo gallery for Surfing Elephant Resort ![Interior - Surfing Elephant Resort (Polhena, Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123990000/123982900/123982896/e0f099b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Surfing Elephant Resort (Polhena, Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123990000/123982900/123982896/464565fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Snack bar - Surfing Elephant Resort (Polhena, Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123990000/123982900/123982896/9fe2bf8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Surfing Elephant Resort (Polhena, Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123990000/123982900/123982896/233946eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi - Surfing Elephant Resort (Polhena, Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123990000/123982900/123982896/dc4afdf1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a business centre at Surfing Elephant Resort. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and a restaurant are available to all guests. ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 18 - Mar 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=123982896&PinnedHotelID=123982896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=123982896&PinnedHotelID=123982896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 19 - Mar 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=123982896&PinnedHotelID=123982896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=123982896&PinnedHotelID=123982896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=123982896&PinnedHotelID=123982896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=123982896&PinnedHotelID=123982896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=123982896&PinnedHotelID=123982896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=123982896&PinnedHotelID=123982896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### Family Room - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed ![Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123990000/123982900/123982896/dc4afdf1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Room, 1 King Bed - Resort view - 388 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Premier Twin Room - Resort view - 409 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### Premier Double or Twin Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[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=) No. 30 Beach Road, Polhena, Matara, Polhena, Matara, Sri lanka, 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 - KFC 8 min drive - Pizza Hut 5 min drive - The Dutchman's Street 8 min drive - Amba Sevana Indian Spice 9 min drive ## About this property ### Surfing Elephant Resort Property highlights You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a business centre at Surfing Elephant Resort. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and a restaurant are available to all guests. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), concierge services and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Surfing Elephant Resort include amenities, such as free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96250000/96248400/96248366/5ef1d67a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Golden Pearl Tangalle Beach Tangalle - Pool - Spa - Kids’ pool - Parking included 7.2 Good 15 reviews £50 includes taxes & fees 28 Mar - 29 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=96248366&PinnedHotelID=96248366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118250000/118242000/118241948/ab413372.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kaminrich Polhena Matara - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £48 includes taxes & fees 26 Mar - 27 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=118241948&PinnedHotelID=118241948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111010000/111004300/111004267/262a3983.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastline Mirissa Boutique hotel and spa Mirissa - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 46 reviews £155 includes taxes & fees 19 Mar - 20 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=111004267&PinnedHotelID=111004267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![15 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121860000/121858300/121858209/1ba24422.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BluOra Resort Mirissa - Pool - Pet-friendly - Kids’ pool - Parking included 4.0 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=121858209&PinnedHotelID=121858209&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23230000/23225500/23225465/b73d128c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seasons Four Matara - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available £20 includes taxes & fees 24 Mar - 25 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=23225465&PinnedHotelID=23225465&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=123982896&PinnedHotelID=123982896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=123982896,96248366,118241948,111004267,121858209) ## 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 - Direct access to the beach ### Spa - Massage - Spa services ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ## 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 ### 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 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 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 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 ### Does Surfing Elephant Resort have a pool? ### Is Surfing Elephant Resort pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Surfing Elephant Resort? ### What time is check-in at Surfing Elephant Resort? ### What time is check-out at Surfing Elephant Resort? ### Where is Surfing Elephant Resort located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---