RUMA Surf Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (102 reviews)
Casa Gulio,Matara Road, Ahangama, Southern Province, Sri Lanka , Ahangama , lk

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Exceptional service
Clean and well-maintained
Cons:
Door lock wasn’t working properly

Categories

Cleanliness
8.44
The place was spotless, seriously clean and well maintained.
Service
8.91
Hotel staff were beyond helpful, always friendly, and made us feel welcome.
Location
8.45
It was only a short distance from town.
Room Quality
7.9
Beds were comfortable and bedding & towels were clean.
Amenities
8.33
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.39
Good value for the money.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Breakfast was really nice, with a good variety.
Overall Experience
8.31
An absolutely perfect stay with amazing service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:01

Property Description

Beachfront Paradise at RUMA Surf Hotel

Luxurious Accommodation: Enjoy well-appointed rooms with sea views, free WiFi, and modern amenities.

Exciting Activities: Experience windsurfing, fishing, and explore nearby beaches like Midigama and Dammala.

Convenience at Your Fingertips: Benefit from services like concierge, tour desk, and options for bike and car hire.

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at RUMA Surf Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable beach getaway!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 102 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.44
Service: 8.91
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.33
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.31
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Lera • extended_group • ru
10
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Scott • solo_traveller • us
10
I would recommend this place just because the people they are really friendly, good facilities, and good location
Pros:

Great location and facilities were really nice. There’s a really nice panoramic view from the top of the building and a nice hangout area.

Cons:

Street noise was a little loud

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Finley • couple • gb
6
Okay for the money
Pros:

Very simple

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Beatriz • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

Foi sem dúvida a melhor escolha que podiamos ter feito no Sri Lanka ao nível do alojamento! Condições excelentes, sempre limpo e um staff sempre pronto a ajudar e muito amável.

Destaco também o ótimo pequeno almoço - com sumo de fruta natural, omelete deliciosa, salada fresca e ótimo café. Uma refeição ideal para depois do surf.

O rooftop tem a melhor vista para o pico Devil's rock! É perfeito para relaxar, jogar uma partida de xadrez ou conviver com os outros hóspedes.

O hostel também está perto das paragens de autocarro, de dois mini mercados e a 20 minutos a pé do centro da cidade. Por ser um pouco afastado, é tranquilo durante a noite.

Cons:

Nada a apontar!

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Fromont • couple • fr
7
Pros:

Logement propre et idéalement placé

Cons:

Très déçu par le petit déjeuner. Lors de nos deux matinées, il n’y avait que quatre options au menu : les trois premières étaient des omelettes (fromage, oignons ou nature) et la quatrième des pancakes. Malheureusement, les pancakes étaient indisponibles les deux jours. Pour le prix demandé, l’offre est vraiment trop limitée.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Avia • solo_traveller • lk
10
Pros:

היחס האישי והנעים של בעל המלון והגג המדהיםם עם הנוף לים

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Kristoffer Mazanti • couple • dk
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Kristoffer Mazanti • couple • dk
10
Amazing stay with the best post-surf breakfast!
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • lk
2
Cons:

The location of this hotel was excellent, but unfortunately the service and condition of the room were extremely disappointing.

When we checked in, the room was not properly cleaned — we actually had to sweep the floor ourselves. The bed was also unclean, with visible stains on the bedding, which was unacceptable. There weren’t even basic courtesies such as complimentary water bottles provided in the room, which is something you would normally expect.

The biggest issue, however, was when we requested to change our reservation dates. Initially, they offered us a refund that was significantly lower than the price difference shown on Booking.com. When we politely asked for clarification and possible solutions, they simply said this was the amount they had to bear on their end, without offering any real assistance. It took nearly three hours of back-and-forth before anything was resolved — by that point, we were so frustrated that we were ready to leave and let them keep the money for the two nights.

The owner handled the situation very unprofessionally, speaking loudly and making the issue public in front of others, even after we agreed to pay. The repeated emphasis on the percentage they had to bear felt unnecessary and uncomfortable. Overall, the experience left us feeling disrespected and poorly treated.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Alex • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Very close to the town but a little bit far to walk in the mid day heat! The owner and receptionist were lovely and very friendly. I loved the rooftop terrace too. Very comfortable room and great value for money

Cons:

The road noise is very loud so just something to keep in mind

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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aya • couple • jp
10
スタッフの方が素敵でとてもよいホテルでした　サーファーにオススメです
Pros:

立地がとても良いです
devil's rockというサーフポイントまで徒歩1分　宿から波チェックも出来ます

お湯も出るし、とても良かったです

スタッフの方もとても親切でした😊

Cons:

階段のみなので、少し荷物の持ち運びが大変でした
敢えて言うなら後廊下が暗い事くらいです

大した問題ではありません

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • at
9
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Nora Sofie • couple • no
8
Alt i alt veldig fint
Pros:

Fint sted nærme sjøen. Hyggelig personalet. God frokost

Cons:

Litt langt fra sentrum

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Davide • solo_traveller • it
10
Ottimo posto , personale molto gentile, ottima colazione!
Pros:

Tenuta in ordine,pulita, accogliente!

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Veronika • solo_traveller • cy
8
Great value for money, lovely staff
Pros:

The property was clean, the AC worked well, and the breakfast on the rooftoop was very nice.

Cons:

The property is right next to the main road so loud you need earplugs.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Marina • couple • it
10
Pros:

Tutto. Dal personale alla comodità, struttura piuttosto nuova con terrazza all'ultimo piano vista sull'oceano, pulita e accogliente.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Chehan • couple • lk
8
Comfortable convenient stay
Pros:

The view and the location was really good. it is very worth the money

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • de
10
Pros:

Die Mitarbeitenden, insbesondere der Manager, waren total nett. Wir haben uns gut unterhalten und konnten einen Flughafentransfer über das Hotel buchen.
Die Lage war super, das Zimmer unser schönstes auf Sri Lanka und die Hunde im Hotel nochmal besonders süß!
Auch das Frühstück war lecker.

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Alyona • extended_group • vn
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Niek • couple • nl
8
Leuk verblijf met schone kamers
Pros:

Schoon, ruim en fris appartement

Cons:

Je hoort het geluid van de weg, maar daar ontkom je niet aan. Niet persé hinderlijk!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee