Surfing Elephant | Resort in Matara

Q: How much does it cost per night to stay in Surfing Elephant?

Best-rates for the Surfing Elephant starts from $51 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Parking, Pool, Designated Smoking Area, TV, View, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Spa, Restaurant, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry with all other facilities. Varoom matches every traveler with their perfect place to stay or activity, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

10.0 (1 Review) | 4 Bathrooms 16 Guests

Resort in Polhena, Matara

Beachfront Location

Surfing Elephant in Matara offers direct beachfront access with stunning garden and pool views. Polhena Beach lies just yards away, providing ample opportunities for relaxation and leisure.

Comfortable Accommodations

Rooms feature air-conditioning, balconies, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Family rooms and private entrances cater to all guest needs, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Dining Experience

The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves British, Greek, Indian, and international cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, American, and vegetarian, while dinner features local specialties and international dishes.

Leisure Facilities

Guests can enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, sun terrace, and yoga classes. Additional amenities include a spa, beauty services, and a games room, providing ample entertainment options.

Surfing Elephant is located in Matara.

This 21 Bedrooms Resort is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, Parking, Pool, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 1 review with the average score of 10 . Coming to Matara and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Resort for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 21 Bedrooms Resort if you want to learn more about this Varoom place in Matara. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Surfing Elephant in Matara is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Surfing Elephant”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Resort, please let us know.

No. 30 Beach Road, Polhena, Surfing Elephant (Pvt) Ltd, Matara, 81000, Sri Lanka

Amenities

Air Conditioner

Parking

Pool

Designated Smoking Area

View

Ocean View

Balcony/Terrace

Oceanfront

Transportation/Shuttle

Security/Safety

Business Services

Sports/Activities

Wellness Facilities

Spa

Restaurant

Bar

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Child Friendly

Internet

Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast

Wine/Champagne

Restaurant

Coffee house on site

Kids' meals

Special diet meals (on request)

Breakfast in the room

Parking

Free parking

Street parking

Parking on site

Private Parking

Parking

Activities

Diving

Neck massage

Beauty services

Full-body massage

Beachfront

Cycling

Hand massage

Live music/Performance

Head massage

Fishing

Body treatments

Massage

Happy hour

Spa facilities

Game room

Hiking

Pedicure

Beach

Bar crawls

Open-air bath

Live sports events (broadcast)

Spa/Wellness packages

Hair treatments

Yoga classes

Waxing services

Back massage

Movie nights

Ping-pong

Snorkeling

Foot massage

Themed dinners

Couples' massage

Walking tours

Cooking class

Facial treatments

Kids' club

Manicure

Bike tours

Spa and wellness center

Temporary art galleries

Tour or class about local culture

Entertainment

Board games/Puzzles

General

Family rooms

Designated smoking area

Air conditioning

Non-smoking rooms

Smoke-free property

Wifi in all areas

Safe

Convenience store on site

Guest Services

Express check-in/out

Lockers

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Shuttle service

Suit press

Fax/Photocopying

Private check-in/out

Business center

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Babysitting/Child services

Laundry

Dry cleaning

Baggage storage

Packed lunches

24-hour front desk

Concierge

Shared lounge/TV area

Daily housekeeping

Tour desk

Shuttle service (additional charge)

Ironing service

Room service

Car rental

Airport shuttle

Invoice provided

Internet

Wifi

Free Wifi

Internet

Outdoors

Outdoor pool (year-round)

Outdoor pool

Sun deck

Outdoor furniture

Terrace

Picnic area

Garden

Security/Safety

Security alarm

Smoke alarms

CCTV in common areas

CCTV outside property

24-hour security

Fire extinguishers

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Breakfast to-go containers

Physical distancing in dining areas

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Delivered food covered securely

Access to healthcare professionals

Process in place to check health of guests

First aid kits available

Face masks for guests available

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Thermometers for guests provided by property

Cashless payment available

Physical distancing rules followed

Spa

Kids' pool

Swimming pool

Fenced pool

Beach chairs/Loungers

Transportation/Shuttle

Airport drop-off

Public transit tickets

Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Partially refundable

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Nadine

Mar 30, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Review Score: 10

Philippines

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: business

Positive: Surfing Elephant Resort is amazing! The location is perfect, and the place is clean, modern, and newly built. The staff are incredibly attentive and friendly. Can’t wait to visit again!

Summary: Exceptional!

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Family Room Room Type: Family Room Size: 42 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed 4 Bunk bed Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Shower, Toilet paper, Conditioner, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Shampoo, Towels, Bidet, Hairdryer, Bath or shower, Toilet, Free toiletries, Body soap General Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Private entrance, Fan Outdoors Balcony Living Area Desk, Seating area Kitchen Dryer Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Cribs View Pool view, Garden view Room amenities Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing
Deluxe King Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 38 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Shower, Toilet paper, Conditioner, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Shampoo, Towels, Bidet, Hairdryer, Bath or shower, Toilet, Free toiletries, Body soap General Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Private entrance, Fan Outdoors Balcony Living Area Desk, Seating area Kitchen Dryer Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Cribs Room amenities Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing
King Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 37 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Shower, Toilet paper, Conditioner, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Shampoo, Towels, Bidet, Hairdryer, Bath or shower, Toilet, Free toiletries, Body soap General Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Private entrance, Fan Outdoors Balcony Living Area Desk, Seating area Kitchen Dryer Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Cribs View Garden view Room amenities Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing
Twin Room Room Type: Twin Room Size: 37 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Shower, Toilet paper, Conditioner, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Shampoo, Towels, Bidet, Hairdryer, Bath or shower, Toilet, Free toiletries, Body soap General Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Private entrance, Fan Living Area Desk, Seating area Outdoors Patio Kitchen Dryer Bedroom Wardrobe or closet View Garden view Room amenities Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing
Female Dormitory Room Room Type: Dorm Room 4 Bunk bed Bed

FAQ's

Is this Surfing Elephant pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Surfing Elephant?

Check-in time for Surfing Elephant starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Surfing Elephant have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Surfing Elephant has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Surfing Elephant?

Best-rates for the Surfing Elephant starts from $51 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Parking, Pool, Designated Smoking Area, TV, View, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Spa, Restaurant, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry with all other facilities. Varoom matches every traveler with their perfect place to stay or activity, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Surfing Elephant a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this resort good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the resort has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Surfing Elephant wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Surfing Elephant has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Surfing Elephant?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Surfing Elephant indicates 1 day stay policy at this resort. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Surfing Elephant?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Surfing Elephant are as follows: Partially refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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Nightly rates from:

US $51