Swell Shacks

Hotels
9 (253 reviews)
Pubudu Mawatha Swell Shacks , Matara , LK

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room view limitations

Categories

Cleanliness
8.21
Some guests reported cleanliness issues like ants in the room.
Service
9.68
Numerous reviews praised the staff for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.22
Guests appreciated the location being away from tourist crowds and having great views.
Room Quality
8.67
Rooms were generally described as clean and well-decorated, though some had issues with views.
Amenities
9.2
Facilities like the pool and breakfast options received positive mentions.
Value for Money
8.66
General sentiment reflects good value based on location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.21
Breakfast received consistent positive feedback for variety and quality.
Overall Experience
9.18
Guests expressed that they had an amazing stay and would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:33

Property Description

Unique Location in Matara
Located just a stone's throw away from popular beaches like Madiha Beach and Kamburugamuwa Beach, Swell Shacks offers a serene escape in Matara.

Comfortable Accommodation
The rooms at Swell Shacks are designed for relaxation, featuring amenities like air conditioning, free WiFi, and some even offering breathtaking sea views.

Convenient Amenities
With a garden, on-site restaurant, and bar, guests can unwind and enjoy delicious meals without having to leave the property. Plus, the added perks of evening entertainment and room service make for a truly enjoyable stay.

Ready to experience the perfect beach getaway? Book your stay at Swell Shacks now and make unforgettable memories in Matara!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 253 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.21
Service: 9.68
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 9.21
Overall Experience: 9.18
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cameron • couple • us
10
Amazing! Will definitely be back!
Pros:

The breakfast was great. The views are unmatched. We always had hot water. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Saltanat • couple • kz
9
Pros:

Өте өте әдемі. Сөзбен айтып жеткізе алмаймын, тек эмоция. Еш өкінбедім. Точно қайтып осы отельге келемін.
Завтрак тоже жақсы. Дәмді. Ең бастысы вид

Cons:

Рум сервис жоқ.
Хаускипинг жоқ. Тек ар 3 күн сайын тазалайды бөлмені.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Lavalle • extended_group • fr
10
Un lieu idyllique 🤩
Pros:

Un lieu magnifique - face à l’océan - chambres design - jolie piscine - personnel au top - le chemin sur la plage pour rejoindre le restaurant 😍

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Anupa • couple • us
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Thomson • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Naprosto krásný, čistý pokoj s absolutně neuvěřitelným výhledem 🤩 Personal velmi profesionální. Snídaně neměla chybu. Dobrá lokalita. Rády se vrátíme ❤️

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Guglielmo • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Prasane • extended_group • lk
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Mery Rose • solo_traveller • ae
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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LucyW86 • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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mariano • couple • ae
7
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Naima • couple • ae
9
الموقع والهدوء
Pros:

اكثر شي جميل في المكان صراحة الموقع والهدوء اصوات الامواج فقط راحة نفسية

Cons:

يجب بدل جهد اضافي للمرافق والعناية اكثر لان المكان جميل ويستاهل يكون افضل من ما هو عليه لمسات بسيطة سيكون المكان اكثر من رائع ليس هناك غطاء في الفندق بالكامل وهو شي غريب بالنسبة لي مكتفون بالشراشف فقط

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Romil • extended_group • us
5
Overall the view,pool and place is aesthetically aligned, however major flaw in service and hospitality.
Pros:

There is an endless view to the property with serene views of the ocean but thats it.

Cons:

There were a couple of things,
1.Rooms- They were not very well maintained and locks were broken for bathrooms
2. Service- The staff when asked to clean the sheets, were extremely unhappy to do so and made it clear.
They djdnt have drinking water, they didnt provide us with any cutlery or glasses when requested upon
3- Racism- There was some altercation between us and the host/staff which required us to pay money which we were ready to do so but before we could reach that point, they standardized us as “you indians are all like this”
4- Staff- extremely rude and unprofessional. They dont realise that they are in hospitality and need to treat guests well. One of the staff members actually charged on us.
All in all- would not recommend anyone to visit the place. Extremely bad service, staff, owner.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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THKRA • family_with_children • sa
4
My rating for this stay is 5/10.
Pros:

The location and views are beautiful

Cons:

but unfortunately our experience was disappointing

The service was poor, especially around the beach and pool where staff were rarely available. The food was not good and was not enjoyed by my family. Cleanliness was also below expectations, and room cleaning was only done once every three days.

There were many stray dogs around the property, which made the stay uncomfortable. In addition, the bar was never operating and did not serve any food or drinks during our stay.

Overall, the beautiful scenery was the only highlight of our visit.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Esther • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Incroyable je recommande

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Tarryn Catherine • couple • za
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • lk
9
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Sadish • solo_traveller • lk
10
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Leonie • extended_group • nl
10
Beautiful and peaceful hotel
Pros:

The hotel is beautiful. Super tasteful interior and amazing breakfast. You are just by the sea, but you can’t really swim there due to the rocks, which was a bit sad. Also the restaurant and reception is not by the villas and the pool, so you need to carry you luggage a five mins walk and they don’t serve coffee or food by the pool. The location is a bit remote, but super peaceful. We enjoyed the stay a lot

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Kaoutar • couple • ae
10
Beautiful rooms and property
Pros:

Unique, Homey, View, Staff

Cons:

All good

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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justine • couple • au
7
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee