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. Located around 2 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach, the hotel with free WiFi is also 2.1 km away from Polhena Beach. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and room service. Hummanaya Blow Hole is 32 km from the hotel, while Galle International Cricket Stadium is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 27 km from Swell Shacks.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Erika
    Lithuania Lithuania
    Calm, nice place near the ocean, kind staff, delicious breakfast. Really liked interior and outdoor bathroom
  • Cassie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved staying at Swell Shacks and would like to return one day - have recommended Swell Shacks to other travellers
  • Erin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved it here - so cool, modern, beachy, peaceful, clean and staff are super attentive

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, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
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
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking rooms
    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 option.
    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

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    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

    • The nearest beach is just 700 yards from Swell Shacks. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • 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 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.

    • Swell Shacks has 1 restaurant:

      • Swell Shacks Restaurant

    • Room options at Swell Shacks include:

      • Bungalow
      • Family
      • Double