Kabalana Surf Hostel

2.0 star property

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A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A room with a four-poster bed, a smaller bed, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A narrow hallway with a wooden staircase on the right, a green door at the end, and a hanging light fixture above.
A hallway with numbered doors, a mirror, and hanging wicker lamps.
A beach with palm trees, thatched-roof huts, and lounge chairs.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$70
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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219, 1 Galle Rd, ahangama, SP, 80650
  • Place, Kabalana Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Koggala Lake
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Stilt Fisherman
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Shared Dormitory, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 14
  • 7 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Shared Dormitory, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, Pool View

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ahangama

At Kabalana Surf Hostel you'll be steps from Kabalana Beach and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Koggala Lake. Highlights at this beachfront hostel include 7 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find yoga and volleyball, as well as sunloungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Ahangama hostel include Unawatuna Beach and Mirissa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kabalana Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Koggala Lake - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kathaluwa Old Temple - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Stilt Fisherman - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mirissa Beach - 21 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai Ahangama - Rooftop Cafe And Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Ahangama - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lamana - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marshmellow Beach Cafe & Surf School - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ceylon Sliders - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Kabalana Surf Hostel

Kabalana Surf Hostel offers its guests 7 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Kabalana Surf Hostel also features tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This Ahangama hostel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Kabalana Surf Hostel offers 8 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 2,000 to 4,000 for adults and USD 2,000 to 4,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 3,000
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • 7 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Free beach club

Family friendly

  • 7 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kabalana Surf Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2000 to 4000 for adults and USD 2000 to 4000 for children
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 3000

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Kabalana Surf Hostel?

Yep, Kabalana Surf Hostel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Kabalana Surf Hostel?

As of 4 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kabalana Surf Hostel on 5 Jul 2026 start from NZ$70, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Kabalana Surf Hostel?

Yep, Kabalana Surf Hostel is a short 2-minute walk from Kabalana Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga and volleyball.

Does Kabalana Surf Hostel have a pool?

Kabalana Surf Hostel has 7 outdoor swimming pools. The pool is open 24 hours.

Does Kabalana Surf Hostel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kabalana Surf Hostel?

No, Kabalana Surf Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kabalana Surf Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kabalana Surf Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Kabalana Surf Hostel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

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