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Situated in Matara, less than 1 km from Madiha Beach, Swell Shacks features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 2 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach, 2.1 km from Polhena Beach and 32 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and room service. At the hotel, the rooms have a wardrobe. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and bathrobes, rooms at Swell Shacks also feature free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a sea view. All rooms at the accommodation have air conditioning and a desk. Galle International Cricket Stadium is 47 km from Swell Shacks, while Galle Fort is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 27 km from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.7
High score for Matara
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Fabian
    Germany Germany
    Super nice rooms and also the Hang out area is cool. Just know that you can reach a beach Right from the lot, but you can’t Go Swimming there and Surfing is only got intermediates and advanced Surfers. Staff is really nice to the street dogs...
  • Alison
    Ireland Ireland
    Breakfast every morning was amazing. Bed so comfortable. Clean. Amazing location. Turtles popping their heads out of the water while you sip a beer. Lovely food and staff so relaxed, kind and attentive. Sparta the dog is a joy. They organized...
  • Jade
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Such a gorgeous place to stay. Super comfortable bed and very clean and well looked after rooms. Great menu and good quality ingredients used. Staff could not be any more helpful!

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Swell Shacks Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Swell Shacks
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Key access
    General
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Hindi

    House rules

    Swell Shacks takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 22:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Swell Shacks accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Swell Shacks

    • Swell Shacks is 2.9 miles from the centre of Matara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Swell Shacks is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at Swell Shacks include:

      • Bungalow

    • Swell Shacks offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Beachfront
      • Evening entertainment
      • Beach

    • The prices at Swell Shacks may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Swell Shacks has 1 restaurant:

      • Swell Shacks Restaurant