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Surfing Elephant Resort

Property class: 3

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A seating area with a view of the ocean, featuring a round table and wooden chairs.
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central garden.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and clear turquoise waters.
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a concrete floor.
A building with a sign reading 'SURFING ELEPHANT' and a covered entrance area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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No. 30 Beach Road, Polhena, Matara, Polhena, Matara, Sri lanka, 81000
  • Place, Polhena Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Madiha Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mirissa Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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A room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a ceiling fan, a lamp, and a woven mat on the floor.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Matara

Surfing Elephant Resort places you next to Polhena Beach and within a mile (2 km) of Madiha Beach. This 18-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Polhena Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Madiha Beach - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mirissa Beach - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Weligama Beach - 19 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Hiriketiya Beach - 33 min drive - 20.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Zephyer Ceylon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Doctor's House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪360 Madiha - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Surfing Elephant Resort

At Surfing Elephant Resort, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Coffee makers, ceiling fans, and hair dryers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages and body treatments.

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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 transportation

  • No onsite 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 center

Outdoors

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

Spa

  • Body treatments
  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Surfing Elephant Resort?

This hotel is located in Matara, just steps from Polhena Beach. You'll also find Madiha Beach and Our Lady of Matara Shrine within a short drive.

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

As of Sep 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surfing Elephant Resort on Oct 19, 2026 start from $79, including 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 there a spa at Surfing Elephant Resort?

Spa services at the hotel include body treatments and massages.

Does Surfing Elephant Resort have a casino?

No, Surfing Elephant Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Surfing Elephant Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Does Surfing Elephant Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Surfing Elephant Resort serves breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Surfing Elephant Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Surfing Elephant Resort.