Title: Surfing Elephant Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6326702&destination=Matara%2C+Southern+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=124086388&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Surfing Elephant Hostel ## Photo gallery for Surfing Elephant Hostel ![Interior - Surfing Elephant Hostel (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124090000/124086400/124086388/0da5589e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&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) ![Living area - Surfing Elephant Hostel (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124090000/124086400/124086388/96844c34.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) ![Exterior - Surfing Elephant Hostel (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124090000/124086400/124086388/4494cd9b.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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[Visit our Matara travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/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 km - ![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 \- 1.7 km - ![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 \- 9.8 km - ![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 \- 11.9 km - Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint 10 min drive \- 8.7 km ### Getting around - Midigama Railway Station 39 min drive - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) 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 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. Additional perks include: - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers ## Similar properties ![Superior Double Room, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124820000/124810900/124810878/96752f55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cielo Hiriketiya Dikwella - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $145 CA $172 total includes taxes & fees Mar 23 - Mar 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=124810878&PinnedHotelID=124810878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119780000/119777600/119777518/w871h435x0y0-a38ddbe7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hiriketiya Hideway Hiriketiya - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available CA $45 CA $53 total includes taxes & fees Apr 12 - Apr 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=119777518&PinnedHotelID=119777518&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118650000/118640300/118640233/268ec02c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Parasol DorĂ© Dikwella - 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No onsite 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 elevator ### 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 ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Surfing Elephant Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### 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