Surf Control - Surf School & Stuff
Surf Control - Surf School & Stuff, Galle Road, Dodanduwa, Hikkaduwa 80240, Sri Lanka- Attraction
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Unique Handcrafted Cabanas in Jungle Setting:
Escape to a serene oasis at Manthally Cabanas, where handcrafted cabanas nestled in a lush jungle setting offer a one-of-a-kind stay just minutes away from the stunning Narigama Beach.
Inclusive Breakfast and Onsite Dining:
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with complimentary breakfast and the option for a delectable dinner at the onsite restaurant. Savor a variety of flavors while surrounded by nature's beauty.
Year-Round Outdoor Plunge Pool and Onsite Bar:
Relax and unwind in style at the year-round outdoor plunge pool, or socialize at the on-site bar with refreshing drinks. Enjoy the perfect blend of tranquility and entertainment during your stay.
Ready to experience the perfect blend of nature and comfort? Book your stay at Manthally Cabanas now and create unforgettable memories.
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
41 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
32 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
32 sqm
In-room amenities
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La posizione appartata, in un bellissimo boschetto di alberi di cannella e vaniglia. La veranda esterna per rilassarsi. Le due camere separate. La buonissima e variegata colazione. La disponibilità del proprietario che ci ha dato informazioni sulle piante e consigli sull'itinerarii.
Che dire, sono stato con tutta la famiglia. Posto bellissimo nella natura, camere stupende, colazione su terrazza e staff gentilissimo!! 10 meritato!
The staff were really nice and gave us lots of tips for atrocions, the location is beautiful as well as the tidy rooms.
Very good place
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Unglaublich netter Gastgeber. Loco hat uns die wunderschöne Dschungelumgebung und die Pflanzen gezeigt. Sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Super Frühstück. Wunderschöner Garten mit vielen Tieren und schönem Pool. Toller Strand. Einfach super!
Wonderful jungle retreat. Excellent value for money. Locku is such a lovely, friendly and informative host and serves the most delicious breakfast spread 😊 The pool is so nice and you can see fireflies around the pool at night!
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Very Quiet and Jungle feel !! Great Small soaking pool !
Lots of mini bugs in the bathroom area . A few creepy crawlers at night getting into the room
The hospitality was amazing! The owners are very helpful and always looked to see how they could make our stay better. This was a hidden gem of a place and am very glad we stayed here
Dużo podróżujemy a na Sri lance jesteśmy już kolejny raz i myślę że to jedno z najpiękniejszych miejsc jakie odwiedziliśmy. Klimat dżungli, rewelacyjny gospodarz Loku który pokazywał nam w ogrodzie małpy, warany, przepiękne ptaki, rzadkie rośliny, cały personel przemiły i pomocny. Śniadania były przepyszne, obfite, codziennie inne! Koktajle z przyprawami, szakszuki, smakołyki tradycyjne. Loku skierował nas do najlepszych atrakcji, restauracji, ratował z opresji, był wciąż pod telefonem i czuliśmy się bardzo zaopiekowani. Sam teren i domki zadbane, czyste, klimatyczne, uroczy basen, naprawdę 10/10.
Super sprawa dla każdego kto chce poczuć choć trochę klimatu mieszkania w dżungli. Przestronne domki z dwoma sypialniami i łazienka. Piękne otoczenie domków, cisza i spokój. Pyszne, obfite śniadania.
El lugar es muy bonito con unas casitas muy chulas. Hemos estado en familia y nos ha gustado mucho. El desayuno es abundante y delicioso. Recomiendo este lugar sin duda.
Set in a jungle-like environment, surrounded by trees, spice plants, birds and animals. Fabulous staff and breakfast.
Die Mitarbeiter waren sehr freundlich und haben uns bei unseren Fragen und Organisationen immer weitergeholfen. Es gab außerdem ein sehr großes uns leckeres Frühstück!
Amazing staff, who made our stay very special. Our child loved to play and discover the garden, and the staff showed him cinnamon plants etc. And we always got a lot of inspiration on what do to in Hikkaduwa and other destinations we were going to visit after. The breakfast was delicious, home made and it was never exactly the same. We had a lovely stay and it was a special experience being so close to nature and to be away from the city. We did walk to the city/ beach (we highly recommend Turtle beach) which took us around 30 minutes but you can also take Tuktuk ride which was very smooth as well, so the location was great!
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The cabanas were even better than the photos, and the two men running the place were very charming and helpful. Breakfast was amazing- SriLankan cooking at its finest if that’s what you prefer. The plunge pool was a joy after a hot walk back from the beach, and much loved by the children staying in other rooms. Lovely- I was sad to leave. (It’s quite far from Hikkaduwa- it’s a hot, very pretty walk to town, or a tuk tuk 5 minute ride)
The sun is mostly shaded by the vegetation until the afternoon. This is pretty, but not much good if you want to be in the sun.
Das Personal ist super freundlich und hilfsbereit, uns wurden so viele dinge über die Pflanzen und Tiere in Sri Lanka erklärt. Das Frühstück war wirklich das Abwechslungsreichsten und Beste was wir in unserem Gesamten Sri Lanka Urlaub hatten. Haben sofort eine Nacht verlängert
Nichts.
Idyllisch und ruhig, ein wenig abseits gelegen. Sehr nette Gastgeber, die auch immer ein Auge auf die Kinder hatten. Tolles Frühstück und ein kleiner Pool, der zum abkühlen total ausreichte.
breakfest is super
The property was amazing, location beautiful and the breakfast was delicious every day. The staff are the loveliest and friendliest people who go out of their way to make your stay special.
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Very helpful staff Very comfortable room
Location is quite far out and need tuk tuk to get into centre . You did feel like you were right in the jungle and surrounded by nature so we took it as a positive
oasi immersa nel verde con una piccola piscina in dotazione. Casette di legno molto accoglienti e spaziose. Il giardiniere della struttura è molto simpatico, ci ha fatto annusare e assaggiare una pianta di cannella e ci ha mostrato dei video della fauna locale che durante la notte abita il giardino della struttura. Host disponibile che ci ha procurato un transfer per l’aeroporto a buon prezzo. Colazione buona ma suggeriamo di bilanciare meglio la presenza di uovo (davvero troppo presenti) Le spiagge sono facilmente raggiungibili in 5 minuti con un tuk tuk.
La struttura non offre pranzo e cena ma solo colazione. Prezzo alto rispetto alla media del paese.
Lovely cabin, nestled in nature with the animals Friendly hosts Wish we could have stayed longer!
Majoitus oli viihtyisä, ihana luontoinen piha-alue! Aamiainen oli monipuolinen ja maukas. Henkilökunta oli todella huomaavaisia, ystävällisiä ja avuliaita, etenkin nuori mies Loku (?) jonka kanssa asioimme suurimman osan ajasta. Hän antoi meille vinkkejä paikoista, näytti eri kasveja (joita on paljon majoituksen pihalla!), kertoi Sri Lankan eri eläimistä ja kaikesta mitä meidän on hyvä tietää täällä ollessamme. Kaiken kaikkiaan upea kokemus ja suuri kiitos Lokulle!
Location and breakfast is good
Mooi gebouwd, een beetje weg van de main road. Heel lief personeel
The location is stunning. The cabana was cosy and clean. The breakfast was also freshly prepared and delicious.
we ended up moving to hikka green because of the rain, which was a lovely apartment. staff were very nice and made us a delicious breakfast.
unfortunately there was poor communication about moving accomodation so we only found out about the change in accomodation once we arrived at hikka green at night, which was a bit stressful. next time would be better to communicate the change beforehand :)
Amazing breakfast, great wildlife, loved the sounds & kids loved pool.. Staff were very kind & helpful, made the best scrambled eggs.
La posizione immersa nella natura, ma allo stesso tempo vicina al centro di hikkaduwa
C’erano parecchi animali in camera e saltava spesso la luce
Fijn eigen huisje omgeven in mooie jungle. Lekker en uitgebreid ontbijt.
Zwembad is niet schoon, troebel water. Locatie is wat ver van de ‘drukke straat’ maar met eigen tuktuk prima te doen! Communicatie met de medewerkers ging wat moeizaam, spraken niet zo goed Engels. Eigenaar niet gezien.
Came to this place for the 02nd consecutive year and it was the perfect getaway. A special shout out to Kolitha, who was as always hospitable. This place is a hidden gem for those looking to escape all the noise and stress.
Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal. Zwar etwas abseits vom Strand, aber wunderbar inmitten von Grün gelegen. Perfekt zum Entspannen. Sehr gutes und großes Frühstück.
Amazing space on the edge of trees and wild life.
Nothing not to like here
Lovely accommodation that feels like it's in the middle of the jungle, while having good access to Hikkaduwa. The staff were excellent and Chami in particular was fantastic, giving great recommendations of things to do and going above and beyond.
Very cool accommodation - feels like you're in the middle of the jungle! Lots of nature around. Breakfast was super delicious and staff (and dog) were very friendly!
Una favolosa esperienza nella natura, dormire con i rumori della natura è stata per i bambini e per noi un’esperienza indimenticabile. Il proprietario e lo staff ci hanno coccolato per tre giorni, grazie ancora
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From start to finish I can’t explain how exceptional this place/experience is , the staff are amazing teaching the children all the plants, the pool was lovely, the rooms felt like being in the jungle, the children loved it, so clean, very relaxing, the breakfast was exquisite! I would 100% recommend this place to everyone and we will be back! The owner couldn’t do enough to help us! And full of information, thank you so much, he was always smiling!
Okay, there’s nothing negative about this property!
Het is een heel mooi plaatje. De jungle omgeving. Mogelijkheid tot kampvuurtje.
Ben er op voorbereid dat de jungletuin veel geluid maakt ‘s nachts.
The location was fantastic and Chami and his team were amazing hosts and the breakfast was incredible. We had an excellent stay.
Capanna molto bella, in mezzo alla natura. Personale molto gentile, colazione ottima e abbondante. Il proprietario ci ha fatto vedere e toccare con mano la pianta della cannella, dello zenzero, della vaniglia, della gomma
El alojamiento está en medio de la jungla, es precioso. La decoración muy bien cuidada, las cabañas bien equipadas. El desayuno abundante y bueno, porque el gerente trabaja en el restaurante Hikka chill. La piscina es más pequeñita de lo que parece en las fotos. El gerente habla muy bien en inglés, es muy amable y nos recomendó playas a las que ir para ver tortugas.
A wonderful oasis that feels private. A short 20 minute walk to th beach Manthally has everything you need, a private bathroom and room that are both large. Air conditioning, mosquito trap and the most wonderful breakfast with a traditional Sri Lanka breakfast that was different then anything else we tried after spending 11 days in Sri Lanka. The owner speaks great English, assisted with an issue we had with our driver and had the most wonderful staff. Highly recommend!
Simply Incredible place. All members of staff were very friendly and helpful. We were given a tour of the gardens and shown the local plants, as well as being pointed out some local birds and monkeys when they appeared. The manager made everything easy, arranging trips and tuktuks as needed. We had the Sri Lankan breakfast and it was an absolute feast with something different on each of the four mornings we stayed. The room and gardens are beautiful and being on the edge of the jungle provided a very peaceful stay.
The Cabanas where so cosy and our girls loved the natural pool and all the small animals in the jungle. The staff and the owners where really helpfull and nice people.
We loved everthing!
We had a great stay. The stuff and the owner were super helpful, talkative and we have learned quite a lot. We also had a private tour and trying spices from the garden. Breakfast was incredible and super healthy. The bed was very comfortable and the room/house was super pretty. Everything was perfect and beyond, thank you so much! 🙏🏻
Fantastic place to stay! Stunning location, delicious food, friendly staff. Couldn't recomend this place highly enough!
Best breakfast we had during our 3 weeks in Sri Lanka! Lovely Cabanas & super kind owner and team :) Also the dog Roxy is so cute! Walking to the beach takes a while but with a TukTuk it’s only 5 min and costs 1.00-1.50 Euro 😊 Would definitely come back 😊
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Breakfast
Bed bugs in bed, cobwebs, unhygienic towels, red ants everywhere, unhelpful staff. There is not even a kettle. We need to depend on everything from staff who are not available all time
The most exceptional parts of the stay were breakfasts! Kindly made by the keeper of Cabanas - Loco, who explain everything about ingredients and cooked vegan options. All members of the stuff did everything to provide comfortable and pleasant stay. Location is really good - trees, beautiful birds, but there is a one nuance, if you do not like insects like mosquitoes and others use spray or aroma stick to avoid a meeting with them. In general cabanas was really comfortable accommodation even for a long stay. Highly recommended for nature lovers and people who like explore new locations.
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The staff couldn't do enough to help, organising tuk tuk, providing timetables and ideas for onward travel, explaining all about the flora and fauna. The breakfasts were amazing. Great stay.
It was eco friendly , nice and quiet place to spend the time if you wanna relax..staff was very kind and friendly as well..can't forget the excellent breakfast as well
The staff imediately made us feel at home. they took a keen interest in our well being and gave us many tips for the area. Loku was an amazing host and desreves a special mention. His cooking skils were exemplerary.
A kettle in the room would have been a bonus
Everything, the staff, the nature, the cabanas, everything was perfect. A place to find peace and serenity.
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The property is in a really nice location about 15 minutes walk to the beach. You can watch monkeys in the tree outside or swim in the pool. Kolitha (Loku) was the best host, always pointing out birds or lizards, explaining all the food and traditions and when I didn’t feel well he made me Ayurvedic medicine. Thank you!
Nothing it’s great!
Boys running the place were friendly and very informative of the local flora and fauna, best breakfast ever, absolutely delicious Sri Lankan breakfast, probably spoilt as our holiday had only began. Can only highly recommend this place.
The staff was fantastic!!!!!!, really enjoyed learning about all the amazing plants in the garden. The pool was beautiful and location serine and perfect. Loved waking up to the jungle sounds. Our room was very comfortable and we had everything we needed. Can highly recommend.
We recommend everyone who loves nature to stay in this place. Super friendly host who can help with everything, amazing breakfast, closeness to nature. It's really advantage that the houses have an open veranda (with ventilator so no mosquitoes) where you can spend time in the evening.
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It was the best experience in Sri-Lanka for us😌 really good, clean and authentic place in the jungle, but still pretty close to the beaches and main street. Good thing, because it's so quiet there 🙏 We enjoyed tasty breakfasts and smoothies☺ The staff is really nice and helpful when we needed, but not annoying like in another places we stayed here❤ I recommend that place!
Everything was nice! Only insects were annoying, but it's jungle 🤷♀️ although not too many to compare to other places.
The cabanas are set in a beautiful environment, away from all the noise. Peaceful and quiet except the occasional peacock call, which was a treat on its own. A special shout out to Kolitha, who did a good job ensuring everything was alright during our stay.
Very cute accomodation!
Really liked the atmosphere, especially the view from the cabana. Clean rooms and comfortable bed. The person who's looking after the property MR.kolitha was very friendly and always there to attend to our needs and wants. I would definitely go back again.
Not having a television inside the room.
Its a perfect place to be not too close not too far from hikkaduwa beach. Its away from the street hustle of hikkaduwa beach. well maintained property. just like your own small vacation home home. everything you need is arranged by Kolith who took fantastic care of us. A proper lost in the jungle kind of experience giving you a very village feel lifestyle if that what you require to disconnect in your vacation.
Beautiful quiet place with surrounded by the nature, kind staff, the breakfast was amazing. Also we enjoyed swimming in the pool as well. There are small shops nearby walking distance, also you can order foods from the hotel. It’s away from main streets, although we’ve got what all we need and we liked that quiet time away from crowds. And I really loved that so many fireflies after sunsets was so beautiful:))
Amazing location, clean rooms, friendly staff, good food and clean pool. Highly recommend staying here!
Variation of breakfast.
Janaka, thank you for your hospitality
Great hotel made of wood in the jungle. You need to go there to find your next adventure.
Everything is self made. It‘s quiet place but full of jungle noice. The room and all the stuff could be a bit cleaner but actually it belongs to the adventure.
The cabanas are beautifully made and the setting is very special. Its away from the noise and hussle and bussle of town. Much more relaxed atmosphere. The mosquito nets were in good condition, the rooms were large, bedding was fresh and comfortable. The little deck area was lovely. The plunge pool was a nice addition. There's a small parking area. Meals and drinks can be ordered and they get delivered to the eating area. Meals were tasty and good value. Breakfast was very good. You will need a car or tuktuk (or taxi) to get from the cabanas to the main village and beach areas (short journey). Plenty of plugs. Warm and cold shower. Large bathroom. Powerful fan. Aircon but this didn't work in our cabana. The Two staff were very friendly despite the language barrier
When we were there there were quite a few mosquitos making Sitting next to the pool impossible (but still nice for a refreshing dip). Our aircon didn't work and the staff member that day just pointed at the fan. (It wasn't too bad with just the fan). As you may expect, in the jungle there are insects. We woke on the second morning with ants in the bed - the staff offer to clean each day because of the potential for insects. We said we were didn't need the cleaning - I suggest you take the offer of cleaning as this may have prevented the ants in the bed. The cabanas were dimly lit
If you are looking for accommodation away from the main strip in Hikkaduwa, I would strongly recommend this place. Set in the trees, these cabanas are really well built and very comfortable. The four poster bed had a really good mosquito net (much needed as you are in the middle of the jungle) and the room featured air conditioning and a fan. At night you can lie in bed or sit out on the balcony enjoying the sounds of nature. An amazing experience. The plunge pool was a bonus too. And finally, the breakfast was amazing! All of the best Sri Lankan foods and good coffee.
We had a wonderful two nights stay in the cabanas. The guys that work here are wonderful - friendly, helpful and always keeping the territory clean and cosy. The room was clean and the wood makes everything look beautiful. Our room was without A/C but with a ceiling fan. Next time we would choose a room with A/C. Breakfast was very generous, local and super delicious. We did not managed to eat everything that was prepared for us. Guys cook amazingly! The distance to the city did not caused any problem. Tuk-tuk to the city costs ~1€ or so and the staff dropped us there couple of times for free. It was nice to leave all the noise there and get back to our jungle for night's sleep. We also got a chance to check-in earlier, thanks for that!
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The place and stuff was absolutely amazing! Its great place to stay :)
amazing location, it was super relaxing and the experience of being in the middle of the jungle was the cherry on top of the cake. super close to Galle: it is a really beautiful place!
Everything! The cabanas and the little cute pool are made with so much love and attention to details. The yard is full of greenery, birds and life, so beautiful. But most amazing is the hospitality of Rasi, Chami and especially Anwar who always went extra mile for caring of us. The breakfast was lovely, freshly home made and varied every day. It was really hard to leave the place.
beautiful cabanas surrounded by nature. quiet, calm, peaceful. lovely friendly staff. room felt clean and fresh
Absolutely dead quiet. No tuk tuk or bike signs, just the odd barking dog. Tuk tuk drivers will tell you it's "jungle side", and it's about a 20 minute walk to Narigama beach then a further 20 minutes to Hikka beach, or a 500 or so tuk tuk but finding one down to the beach might be difficult. I suggest walking down and tuk tuk back. The hosts were great. The breakfast was a fusion of Sri Lankan/Western. Foxy the dog was gorgeous. The cabanas are really beautiful in that setting.
The hot water lasted 3 minutes the first morning and didn't work at all the second morning. The mosquito net for the bed had some holes in it. And the air con wasn't really working despite all doors and windows shut. But this didn't hinder the stay. At nigh if the tuk tuk driver drops you on the main road and doesn't drive up, you will need a torch as it's very dark. When you get to the cabanas the night manager will be there with a torch to help you find your cabana (I think there's only 4 or 5 of them anyway).
Absolutely beautiful property - our 2nd time staying here as we love it so much. The rooms are so nice and spacious. Quality of the breakfast is outstanding and our favourite in Sri Lanka so far (including proper English tea). Very clean and the setting is lovely.
Nothing. Other than being a little 5 minute tuk tuk or 25 minute walk from the beach - but we didn’t mind about this as it was nice to be in quiet area.
Everything was perfect. Verry Nice location, clean rooms, tasty breakfast. And verry kind owner and Staff. Im highly recommending this place 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Amazing place with lovely staff. Quite and calm. You can hear sounds of the jungle and rest from civilization
All good :)
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Cleanliness
8.55/10There were mentions of cleanliness issues, such as unclear swimming pool water and animals in the room.
Service
10/10The staff was frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and attentive, providing great service.
Location
9.52/10The location is noted for being beautiful and serene, though somewhat remote.
Room Quality
9.56/10The accommodations were described as lovely, clean, and comfortable.
Amenities
9.01/10Amenities like breakfast and pool were enjoyed, though some concerns about cleanliness.
Value for Money
9.04/10General sentiments indicate good value for the experience provided.
Food and Beverage
9.5/10Breakfast was frequently highlighted as delicious and well-prepared.
Overall Experience
10/10Overall experiences were overwhelmingly positive, with many guests expressing a wish to return.