MAKAI Surf House

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: MAKAI Surf House in Ahangama offers recently renovated guest house rooms with garden views. Each room includes air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and a work desk. Dining and Leisure: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves brunch and lunch with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can relax in the terrace or bar, enjoy yoga classes, pub crawls, and film nights. Convenient Location: Located less than 0.6 mi from Ahangama Beach and a 13-minute walk to Ahangama Railway Station. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort and Galle Light House, each 13 mi away. Koggala Airport is 5 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Hen
Israel Israel
“I liked the owner and the team, all of them have smiling eyes”
Peri
United States United States
“Beautiful place, so lovely to have a cafe on site. Tons of birds and monkeys visiting in the mornings.”
Melanie
Germany Germany
“Very chill hostel with nice outside area and super friendly staff. It’s a bit from the center but that makes it nice and quiet and you can easily walk, Tuc Tuc or rent a scooter.”
Máire
Peru Peru
“We really loved our stay here. The room is really nice and big. The hosts are such lovely people. The property is very chill and there is a lovely cafe with delicious food. The location is great as well, walking distance to a few surf spots.”
Janika
Finland Finland
“I really enjoyed my stay. The restaurant was really nice too and the coffee was great. The only thing was that there were no curtains on the bunk beds to give some privacy. The hosts were really nice.”
Raja
Pakistan Pakistan
“very beautiful and clean property, rooms are specious and clean.”
Jenna
New Zealand New Zealand
“We had an amazing stay at the Makai surf house! The room was spacious with a private bathroom, felt very clean and was nicely air conditioned. The staff were exceptional, so friendly and helpful. We rented motorbikes and they gave us good guidance...”
Livia
United States United States
“David and his girlfriend were super nice and extremely helpful!! The hostel is a short minute walk to the beach and all of the cafés. Super chill and cozy vibes with hammocks, rooftop yoga and a café within the hostel. Would stay there again in a...”
Danae
Spain Spain
“The place is pretty, well maintained, and clean. Nice vibe to chill. All the staff is super friendly and welcoming. I appreciate the guide for a quick intro to the town, restaurants, and surf spots. I also appreciate the board with upcoming events...”
Weronika
Poland Poland
“Great hosts, good contact before the check-in. They organised a taxi pick-up from the airport - we landed in the middle of the night. Great restaurant at the hotel, big rooftop for yoga. Nice vibe. Quite location, beautiful jungle around.”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.7Based on 211 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We're Yndra and David, your hosts at MAKAI Coliving Surf House – a tropical haven we've crafted with love in the heart of Ahangama, Sri Lanka. We're a couple who found our paradise in the tropics and decided to share the incredible charm of Sri Lanka with fellow adventure seekers like you.

Property info

Welcome to MAKAI Surf House, an oasis of tropical living in a calm area of the buzzing surf town of Ahangama. Nestled along the shores of Sri Lanka, our surf house is more than just a place to stay – it's home to a vibrant community where like-minded individuals come together to embrace the laid-back rhythm of coastal living.

Neighborhood info

Located in a serene corner of Ahangama, MAKAI enjoys an idyllic setting that embodies tranquility and the jungle's natural beauty. The surf house is strategically positioned in a calm area, providing a peaceful retreat for guests seeking a place away from the busy main roads while at the same time close enough to all the points of interest in the area.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,Dutch,Portuguese

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of MAKAI Surf House

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

MAKAI Surf House takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about MAKAI Surf House