Elsewhere Surf Camp & Fitness Resort

Weligama · Sri Lanka

Elsewhere Surf Camp & Fitness Resort

HostelPunk Score
75% NOT BAD
Medium confidence 51 reviews
Bed bug check pending 51 of 100 reviews analyzed
Incentivized-review check pending 51 of 100 reviews analyzed

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Drip perks

💪 Gym

Facilities

🏊 Swimming Pool 👕 Laundry 💻 Coworking Space 🅿️ Parking 🍹 Rooftop Bar 🔥 BBQ 🅿️ Free Parking 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🌆 Rooftop 🍺 Bar ☕ Cafe 🍳 Breakfast
Other facilities (41)
Bicycle Parking Adaptors Airport Transfers Luggage Storage Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Internet Café Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Nightclub Book Exchange Board Games Wi-Fi Table Tennis Restaurant Meals Available Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Filtered Water Dispenser Recycling Bins Linen Included Air Conditioning Towels Included Reading Light Charging Plugs Security Lockers 24 Hour Security Safe Deposit Box CCTV in Common Areas Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kits Hot Showers Massage Common Room Games Room Lounge Room Social Balcony Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Security Lockers Free Luggage Storage Panoramic Views

Prices

Dorms $14 / night
Privates $74 / night

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Worst reviews

Austria FEMALE 25-30 Dec 5, 2023 4.0/10

Das Badezimmer war eine Katastrophe, es war dreckig und die Dusche hat nicht funktioniert. Bei der Dusche kam so wenig Wasser heraus, dass man sich nicht duschen konnte. Zudem hab es nur kaltes Wasser.

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The bathroom was a disaster, it was dirty and the shower didn't work. the shower was so cold that you couldn't shower. and there was only cold water.

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Netherlands ALLFEMALEGROUP 25-30 Nov 11, 2023 4.0/10

Overall the hostel feels a bit messy, there are no locks, not a lot of vibe, a lot of selling activities and expensive meals. No kitchen, common area is very dark. WiFi never worked.

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Austria ALLFEMALEGROUP 18-24 Aug 23, 2025 6.0/10

The stay at the hostel was overall great – clean, comfortable, and the breakfast was really good. However, the surf package was a total rip-off. It was way too expensive: only one proper surf lesson, and the second one was basically just free surfing with only one instructor for the whole group. The yoga class wasn’t even included. You’re definitely better off organizing surf and yoga sessions on your own instead of booking through the hostel. Also, the music in the evenings was extremely ...

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Bangladesh MALE 31-40 Oct 26, 2024 6.0/10

Solid hostel and really great staff

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Netherlands FEMALE 18-24 Sep 28, 2024 6.0/10

Overall kinda messy. There’s definitely a weird vibe. Super expressive food and add ons. Some beds are not it.

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Oct 18, 2025 8.0/10

Bar war leider abends nur bis 10 h offen. Das Badezimmer konnte man nicht abschließen. Ansonsten liebe Menschen, gute Lage direkt am Strand und schöne Zimmer sowie ein schöner Pool

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Bar war leider only opens until 10 pm. the bathroom couldn't be closed. ansonsten liebe Menschen, good location directly on the beach and nice rooms as well as a beautiful pool

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Australia FEMALE 25-30 Oct 15, 2025 8.0/10

Pretty good hostel, social, good pool, great bunks with curtains. I booked because I wanted to do Pilates which they advertised.. but there were no Pilates classes.

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England MALE 18-24 Mar 25, 2025 8.0/10

Very good

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Netherlands FEMALE 18-24 Mar 4, 2025 8.0/10

Fijn bedden en fijne faciliteiten. Wel altijd druk en harde muziek. Als je je surf lessen ergens anders neemt raad ik je aan ook ergens anders te blijven, want je hebt weinig aansluiting met anderen binnen het hostel.

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Nice beds and nice facilities. well always busy and loud music. if you take your surfing lessons somewhere else i advise you to stay somewhere else too, because you have little connection with others inside the hostel.

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Israel FEMALE 25-30 Nov 23, 2024 8.0/10

It’s a very social hostel. They have lots of activities and The pool and the tables are great for meeting people especially if you’re a solo traveler. So I would recommend it in this aspect. Beds are very bad, moving like crazy every time someone moves, curtains are very very bad. It wasnt clean enough in the rooms. Wifi doesn’t reach the room and always having construction all day long from early in the morning so it wakes you up. But again - would recommend for social reasons.

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Recent reviews

Germany FEMALE 25-30 Oct 18, 2025 Atm 80%

Bar war leider abends nur bis 10 h offen. Das Badezimmer konnte man nicht abschließen. Ansonsten liebe Menschen, gute Lage direkt am Strand und schöne Zimmer sowie ein schöner Pool

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Bar war leider only opens until 10 pm. the bathroom couldn't be closed. ansonsten liebe Menschen, good location directly on the beach and nice rooms as well as a beautiful pool

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Australia FEMALE 25-30 Oct 15, 2025 Atm 80%

Pretty good hostel, social, good pool, great bunks with curtains. I booked because I wanted to do Pilates which they advertised.. but there were no Pilates classes.

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England COUPLE 18-24 Oct 12, 2025 Atm 100%

Really nice hostel , good vibe and social able. Clean dorms and bathrooms . Would definitely recommend!!

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Norway MALE 18-24 Sep 19, 2025 Atm 80%

Very good hostel! We enjoyed our stay

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Italy MALE 25-30 Sep 10, 2025 Atm 100%

Ostello fantastico, sicuramente il migliore a weligama. Pulizia, professionalità e clima stupendo!

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Hostel fantastic, certainly the best in Weligama. cleanliness, professionalism and a wonderful climate!

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France FEMALE 18-24 Sep 8, 2025 Atm 80%

Un super hôtel très propre! Il manque un peu d’ambiance si vous n’êtes pas dans le surf camp

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It lacks a bit of ambiance if you're not in the surf camp

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Austria ALLFEMALEGROUP 18-24 Aug 23, 2025 Atm 100%

The stay at the hostel was overall great – clean, comfortable, and the breakfast was really good. However, the surf package was a total rip-off. It was way too expensive: only one proper surf lesson, and the second one was basically just free surfing with only one instructor for the whole group. The yoga class wasn’t even included. You’re definitely better off organizing surf and yoga sessions on your own instead of booking through the hostel. Also, the music in the evenings was extremely ...

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Germany FEMALE 18-24 Aug 9, 2025 Atm 100%

Hab’s hier geliebt, es war sehr sauber und socializing!! Ich habe auch verlängert weil es in dem Hostel so toll war 🥹

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I have also extended because it was in the Hostel so toll war

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Australia FEMALE 25-30 Jul 16, 2025 Atm 100%

Loved my stay here!! Even during the low season this place seems to attract travellers due to its atmosphere and staff. Always good and drinks available and great facilities.

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Jul 13, 2025 Atm 80%

Super modern Hostel. The pool is great, it’s super close to the beach. The only thing missing are beanbags on the rooftop and maybe a fridge for everyone. Beds are super comfy.

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Germany MALE 25-30 Jun 11, 2025 Atm 100%

I was there during off-season. Still a great place to be. Close to the beach. Nicely kept facilities. Fantastic roof top. Surfing coaching and other activities offered are well executed and fairly priced. Highly recommendable.

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Germany FEMALE 18-24 Apr 12, 2025 Atm 100%

Es war einfach das beste Hostel !

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It was simply the best Hostel !

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England MALE 18-24 Mar 25, 2025 Atm 100%

Very good

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Netherlands FEMALE 18-24 Mar 4, 2025 Atm 60%

Fijn bedden en fijne faciliteiten. Wel altijd druk en harde muziek. Als je je surf lessen ergens anders neemt raad ik je aan ook ergens anders te blijven, want je hebt weinig aansluiting met anderen binnen het hostel.

Translated to English

Nice beds and nice facilities. well always busy and loud music. if you take your surfing lessons somewhere else i advise you to stay somewhere else too, because you have little connection with others inside the hostel.

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Switzerland MALE 25-30 Feb 23, 2025 Atm 100%

One of the best hostels ever!

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Israel FEMALE 25-30 Nov 23, 2024 Atm 80%

It’s a very social hostel. They have lots of activities and The pool and the tables are great for meeting people especially if you’re a solo traveler. So I would recommend it in this aspect. Beds are very bad, moving like crazy every time someone moves, curtains are very very bad. It wasnt clean enough in the rooms. Wifi doesn’t reach the room and always having construction all day long from early in the morning so it wakes you up. But again - would recommend for social reasons.

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Wales MALE 18-24 Nov 8, 2024 Atm 100%

Unbelievable hostel for what you get for your money! Amazing facilities, even better staff, and an amazing social vibe there. You can really tell the staff and owners really know what they’re doing and really care about what they do. 10/10 and would recommend to anyone visiting Weligama.

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France MALE 25-30 Nov 7, 2024 Atm 100%

Very good time spent at this hostel. Ideal for socializing.

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Bangladesh MALE 31-40 Oct 26, 2024 Atm 100%

Solid hostel and really great staff

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Ireland MALE 18-24 Oct 25, 2024 Atm 100%

Brilliant hostel I came for 1 night but stayed for 2 nights. The owner of the hostel mark is a legend along with all the staff 🙌 everyone here was up for partying I must say it was one of the most social hostels I have went to in Asia. The pool party here is a must do. The beds and very comfortable also 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪 (up the rebels)