[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Surfing Tusker - Thalpe Beachfront hostel for sun and fun ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117570000/117567600/117567503/82761c3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117570000/117567600/117567503/73ce2eeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117570000/117567600/117567503/84da1f54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117570000/117567600/117567503/d462ea59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared kitchen facilities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117570000/117567600/117567503/b46e8f36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Surfing Tusker - Thalpe provides amenities like a beach bar and a restaurant. This hostel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUnawatuna-Hotels-Surfing-Tusker-Thalpe.h117567503.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUnawatuna-Hotels-Surfing-Tusker-Thalpe.h117567503.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located on the beach, Surfing Tusker - Thalpe is in Talpe, a neighborhood in Unawatuna. Galle Harbour and Eagles' Catalina Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit National Maritime Museum and Handunugoda Tea Estate. [Visit our Unawatuna travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Unawatuna.dx6154883) [View more Hostels in Unawatuna](https://www.expedia.ca/Unawatuna-Hostels.d6154883-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C5.99947%2C80.26925&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ttj0Ph1vgOhd-FiTIwOREublvko=) Mihirpenna, Talpe, SP, 80615 ### What's nearby - Mihiripenna Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Dalawella Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Unawatuna Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km - Jungle Beach - 7 min drive - 6.2 km - Galle Fort - 12 min drive - 10.2 km ### Getting around - Midigama Railway Station - 24 min drive - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 122 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Angel Beach Club - ‬17 min walk - ‪The Hideout Unawatuna - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wijaya Beach - ‬8 min walk - ‪Ten4teen - ‬4 min drive - ‪Black&White - ‬2 min drive ## About this property ### Surfing Tusker - Thalpe Hostel located in Talpe Surfing Tusker - Thalpe provides amenities like a beach bar and a restaurant. This hostel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 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Thalpe pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Surfing Tusker - Thalpe? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Surfing Tusker - Thalpe? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Surfing Tusker - Thalpe? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Surfing Tusker - Thalpe located? > Nestled on the beach, this Talpe hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Mihiripenna Beach and Dalawella Beach. Unawatuna Beach and Talpe Natural Pool are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question