Surf Station

Hotels
Independent
9 (14 reviews)
123, Galle Road, Hathapalana, Ahangama, 80650 , Ahangama , LK

Facilities

Free breakfast
Full-service spa
Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Comfortable beds
Nice room views
Friendly staff
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Cleanliness issues
Maintenance problems
High price for the value provided

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Rooms were generally clean, although some guests mentioned minor cleanliness issues.
Service
7.5
Service was appreciated by most guests, but some complaints were raised about cleanliness and maintenance.
Location
8.7
The hotel's location was highly praised for its proximity to key landmarks and the ocean view, although accessibility to the beach was limited.
Room Quality
7
Rooms were generally comfortable and spacious, but some guests reported issues with cleanliness and maintenance.
Amenities
6.7
Mixed reviews on amenities, with some guests appreciating the pool and room views, while others mentioned the lack of key facilities like a spa.
Value for Money
4.7
Several guests felt that the hotel did not provide value for the high price paid, citing issues with cleanliness, maintenance, and overall experience.
Food and Beverage
6.8
Breakfast options were limited, and some guests suggested exploring outside options. Mixed reviews on the quality and variety of food.
Overall Experience
5.9
Mixed reviews on the overall experience, with some guests recommending the hotel while others advised against it due to various issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-06-28 17:25

Property Description

Relax at the Full-Service Spa

Indulge in a day of relaxation at our full-service spa, where you can rejuvenate your mind and body with a variety of treatments and massages.

Outdoor Pool and Recreational Activities

Take a refreshing dip in our outdoor pool or explore the area on bicycles available for rent, perfect for guests looking for some outdoor adventure.

Complimentary Amenities and Delicious Dining Options

Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, tour/ticket assistance, and a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast served daily. Treat yourself to a meal at the on-site restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Book your stay at Surf Station now to experience a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure by the beach!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CMB

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 14 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 7.5
Location: 8.7
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 6.7
Value for Money: 4.7
Food and Beverage: 6.8
Overall Experience: 5.9
S
SARWAR family
10
Pros:

Very nice people very helpful

2025-05-17 via Nuitee
J
Jack family
2
Pros:

Where to start, these guys cancelled our entire booking because we were late for check in leaving us stuck in a monsoon with our 3 month old infant. When we finally got into the property the next day, a solid hardwood curtain rod fell on my partners head who was holding our kid. Very luckily only she was hurt.
The restaurant was basically not working. The bar was shut. I get that its the off season but say this in your booking profile.
When we decided to leave after 1 night to head to Unawatuna they agreed to give us a refund on the nights we would miss.
As soon as we left that was the last we heard from them and they refused to action the refund.
All in all, about as bad as you can get.

2024-06-17 via Nuitee
A
Alban
10
Great hotel & service
Pros:

Perfect location for surfers just in front of the spot "Fish Sticks". The hotel is very nice and the service was great. We'll come back!

2022-01-23 via Nuitee
V
Viljami
10
Lovely room with an ocean view.
Pros:

A villa like small hotel. Perfect location right on the beach. Super helpful staff were always assisting us. Comfortable well equipped room with amazing ocean view. Very busy road on the other side so walking by beach / tuk tuk's are quite mandatory. We had a wonderful stay at Ocean Crest Hotel.

2021-12-01 via Nuitee
G
Greg
10
2 week stay
Pros:

Great property with a great staff. Highly recommend.

2021-11-27 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler partner
10
Pros:

Great staff! Beautiful view of the ocean and the surfers. Not directly on a sandy beach but only a 3 minute walk. Very comfortable beds and a nice pool. Good breakfast and nice seafood dinners as well. A great find!

2020-03-04 via Nuitee
D
Diana
8
Great views and vibes
Pros:

Large clean pool and a great ocean view - what else should you dream of? Spacious rooms, quiet atmosphere and super friendly staff.
Just to mention that the breakfast is average and the hotel is not new. But there are great vibes, and I did enjoy my several days there.

2020-03-02 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler partner
8
Pros:

friendly staff, beautiful location overlooking ocean but no access to sandy beach. Only a five minute walk to beach. Nice pool area and great breakfast. A bit of road noise from buses, etc.

2020-03-01 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler partner
10
Pros:

A gem of a hotel, with the most perfect quiet location on the ocean and steps down to the beautiful, long, uncrowded beach. Staying here for a week was a real highlight of our three week tour of Sri Lanka. The manager, Sanath, and his wonderful staff could not do enough for us and organised private transfers from and to Colombo airport and tuktuks to take us to local attractions. We ate wonderful, fresh meals in the hotel most evenings, under palm trees, at a table in the garden down by the sea. Magic! Breakfast was also delicious – freshly squeezed juices, large pots of coffee or tea, plates of fresh fruits, eggs, toast and marmalade. Our room was cleaned every day, with fresh towels and pool towels, flip flops and bathrobes; the air con was quiet and easy to adjust; a large comfortable bed with good linen and a good shower; and a huge private terrace with sunbeds and a view over the pool and ocean. We slept like babies, lulled to sleep by the waves. Fishermen’s stilts (though empty as the fishing season had just finished) right outside the hotel and the surfers were out by 6.30 every morning opposite our terrace. The beach is soft, golden sand and the sea shallow enough to enjoy jumping around in the big waves. Great for surfing, families and all ages and for a lovely quiet walk while enjoying the sunset. We were really sad to leave and we would recommend this hotel to anyone who loves simple, good quality hotels with an emphasis on comfort, relaxation and 5 star service.

2019-02-11 via Nuitee
U
Ulrik
10
Pros:

Nice view from the room. Good pool. Very helpful staff. Good food - especially the curry. Recommended.

2019-01-21 via Nuitee
G
Gail
10
Ocean crest bliss
Pros:

Ocean Crest staff went out of their way to make our stay perfect. Lovely rooms big balcony and right on the beach. Food was very nice and fresh. A wonderful holiday, cannot wait to return.

2018-04-09 via Nuitee
A
Anna
8
Pros:

Fint litet hotell precis vid dn nybörjarsurfstrand. Mycket tillmötesgående personal.

2017-11-28 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Hyggelig hotell i nærheten av stranden
Pros:

God service og veldig hyggelig personal. Kommer gjerne tilbake.

2017-04-25 via Nuitee
F
Fredrik
10
Trevligt och personligt hotell
Pros:

Vi hade fyra enormt trevliga dagar på Ocean Crest i Ahangama i mars. Rummen är rymliga, luftiga, rena och tysta trots vägen bakom hotellet. Vi hade en balkong mot havet med en fantastisk utsikt. Poolområdet är fint och beläget invid stranden. Hotellpersonalen är väldigt serviceminded, trevliga och bjuder alltid på ett leende. Jag kan varmt rekommendera Ocean Crest!

2017-03-16 via Nuitee