Calma Cafe - Surf, Stay and Yoga

We kwamen hier om een paar dagen te ontspannen, en het bood precies dat. Het is kleinschalig en gelegen op een rustig strand. Ook kan je met de tuk tuk gemakkelijk naar heriketiya. We hebben hier praktisch elke dag (van de 5) genoten van het ontbijt, de lunch en ook tweemaal het avond eten. Dit is erg lekker. Ook hebben ze een super goeie surf leraar welke aandacht voor je heeft en je verder helpt in je skills.

Het eten duurt soms iets langer, maar wij vonden dit ook een beetje horen bij de charme van de plek.

El encanto del hotel, sus instalaciones, desayuno, y el paraíso de playa que tienen abajo.

La poca presión de la ducha y quizás algo pequeña la habitación

Weg van alle drukte met een eigen privé strand. Het personeel was super gastvrij. Het was laag seizoen daardoor waren we de enige gasten maar ze hebben ons zeer goed geholpen. Kwam je uit de zee dan lagen de zitzakken voor je klaar. De jongens hebben 3 dagen surfles gehad en ze verzorgde een vis bbq voor ons. Ik beveel deze locatie van harte aan.

Het lag niet op loopafstand van de drukke stranden en eettentjes, 45 minuten lopen. Maar er werd eenvoudig een tuk tuk voor je geregeld dus je was er zo.

Calma Surf, Yoga and Coffee is truly a hidden gem in Sri Lanka! From the moment you arrive, you're embraced by a sense of peace and beauty that makes it hard to leave. Every corner of this place has been thoughtfully designed — the rooms are exceptionally decorated with a warm, modern aesthetic that feels both luxurious and cozy. The atmosphere is pure magic. Whether you're enjoying a slow morning coffee, flowing through a yoga session, or soaking up the surf vibes, everything feels perfectly balanced and effortless. The staff is kind, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they do, which adds to the welcoming, homey energy of the place. It's rare to find somewhere that blends style, soul, and serenity so seamlessly. Calma is more than just a stay — it’s an experience that stays with you. Can’t recommend it highly enough!

Beautiful location with great access to a quiet beach with excellent waves for surfing. A great option if you want to escape the bustle of Hiriketiya. Bean bags, parasols and plenty of space make this a great place to relax during the day. There is also the option to rent surfboards or have lessons. Staff were accommodating when we decided to shorten our trip.

We may have been unlucky since it was New Year, but having chosen this as a quiet retreat and location to relax, we were surprised by how noisy it was in the evening. Unfortunately, we were also greeted by a number of flying bugs inside the bed and bedroom when we checked in - this was swiftly dealt with though. The food was ok - be aware that if you want to stay here for a number of days, that there are no other food options within walking distance. Having said that, Hiriketiya is only a short tuk-tuk ride away.

Really lovely location on a private beach. Garden also lovely that leads directly onto the beach.

One day, the staff hosted a reggae festival with loud music and a live band. Our room was right next to the event, and the noise was so intense that it shook the whole room. It felt like the staff were enjoying the party more than the guests, and we ended up staying out most of the day and night to escape the noise, which was really disappointing. The next day, there was a power outage all day, meaning no air conditioning and no water for showers. When we raised our concerns, the management didn’t seem to care, which was frustrating. The breakfast quality varied each day, and some mornings were better than others. The room was quite basic, with the toilet located in the main area and only a low half-wall separating it from the bedroom. The drain in the shower had a bad smell, and there were ants in the shower.

Calma is on a heavenly beach for quiet contemplation and swimming/surfing fun. Not hectic at all, you can melt into the space. Services are limited and hospitality focused on young surfer crowd but we made do as we are a fairly low maintenance family. Rooms cleaned every other day, breakfast limited variety but very fresh. No greeting or farewell but perhaps that is part of the chill vibe. Could use a bit more hospitality to send this place to another level. But I can see how they may not want to attract such clientele- surf instructors enjoyed environment as much as guests! Enjoy but be prepared to fend for yourself for sorting things out. Peace out.

Very peaceful location on a great beach. Ideal for those wanting to learn / try surfing. Room was great, good size and nicely laid out. Coffee pretty good.

Food menu is quite limited. No card payment…it’s 2025.

Rooms are v stylish ,nicely decorated

I complained yo the owner about the water pressure in the bathroom ,which was v weak ,but the issue couldn’t be solved and I was compensated with a 50% discount for the last night of my stay and I stayed there for three nights

Very big and modern room, great shower and also very nice bath gel, shampoo and conditioner. We got some free drinks in the fridge which we appreciated a lot. Almost no people on the beach, so really great place to chill and enjoy. There are quite high waves so it is a great place to Surf, we do not surf but went to swim in the water before the high waves and enjoyed the beach a lot - water quality great and all the beach very clean.

It does it’s name justice. Calmest spot in between Tangalle en Dickwella for sure!! The rooms are insanely big and beautiful and brand new and clean.

Very welcoming. Room was clean, food good, great surfing lessons. Owner and staff were always there to provide personal attention and make you feel comfortable. Great place for a relaxing stay in the south.

The rooms are super new and modern styled and clean. Breakfast was really good! The simplier one included and also the one from their brunch menu! Such a nice garden to chill and watch the ocean. Staff super friendly and specially the owner would be always there to help out or answer questions or just chat.

The shower water pressure was quite weak, and the sink drained slowly. We also noticed some ants in the room. As already mentioned the staff was friendly and attentive, though at times a bit too eager to clear the table. ;)

Great location with direct access to the beach but with a lovely partly shaded grassy area. This area had bean bags and umbrellas for your use. These were also for use by anyone dropping in during the day. We had no issue getting a spot to sit but the afternoon got busy so could be a problem. Breakfast was excellent. Good choices although we had a Sri Lankan breakfast which was lovely.

Room was a bit tired. Bathroom is ‘in’ the room. Only a low dividing wall separates it from the bedroom! Slightly out on its own which meant that you had to get a tuk tuk for a night out. Not far so less than 1000 rupees. However, this meant it was quiet. The beach was empty!!

Beautifully renovated rooms, right on a gorgeous beach perfect for beginner surfers or those who can want to really relax and swim in calmer waters. The front garden with all the rugs beanbags was such a great spot to hang out , read and do very little. Tharu was the perfect host - super friendly, super chilled and super helpful. Breakfast and their coffee was 10/10. This is the most relaxed we felt during our trip to Sri Lanka and we would 1000% come back. Thank you Calma! 🧘‍♀️

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We stayed 6 days in Calma and we made the right choice to end our trip: Calma wears well its name as you will experience a very peaceful stay, with sunset/sunrise views from your room by the beach; breakfasts are very nice and diverse, you can have it everywhere in the garden, just enjoying the sound of the waves. Special thank you to all the kind staff, and special hands up to Tharuk and his sister who took care of us with always a authentic smile during our stay 🫶 Also Leni is an amazing surf teacher, best one in town! With always a piece of advice when seeing us surfing everyday after our class 🤙🏼 10min by scooter (rented at Calma) or tuk-tuk it is very easy to reach all attractions around! We were happy to stay away from the crowded Hiriketiya and enjoy also the waves for ourselves 👌🏼 The room was well equipped and very pleasant to stay with the small terrace at the front! Thank you so so much for everything 👌🏼

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Access to private beach and breakfast was good.

Beachfront room was really damp, the bed uncomfortable and toilet in need of bleaching. Bathroom is not in separate room, which was not detailed in the room options.

We were welcomed by the team and shown straight to our room which was appreciated after the long journey. The room was smaller than expected but lovely all the same. The food was incredible - every meal was so good.

The location is set back from the main part of Hiriketiya and so a Tuk Tuk was required to get to the town for dinner. A member of staff took us down and offered to pick us up when we were ready to come back that same evening. But he didn’t leave. He became possessive, inappropriate and wouldn’t leave us alone. We felt uncomfortable the next day at the accommodation as he was staring. Over the next day and night that we stayed, he would turn up to every location and take pictures making us (two girls travelling together) very uncomfortable. We didn’t tell him where we were going so I guess he was following us. It’s a small town but not that small! It made us upset and it was not a good start to our trip. There was one more incident but I don’t feel comfortable writing it on here. I would therefore not recommend to stay.

The room was very clean, big and stylish. The staff was nice and the food was good (breakfast and brunch, even though half of the brunch menu was not available for 5 days) The common area, beach and garden are very nice (but there are a lot if flies which is kinda annoying) Yoga class was very nice and you can book surfing classes spontanously

We had no warm water in our room due to some issues with the water system, they knew before and did not tell us - the overall communication about this was not good, however they apologized and gave us a discount on the rate The room was is in a new building, which is more or less a construction site, it was kinda loud in the mornings due to drilling and hammering The staff could not speak proper english, so whenever we asked for something extra e.g for breakfast it was not possible to add or exchange something. Also half of the brunch menu was not available (all 5 days) Also the fish dishes did not taste good In the common area were a lot of flies which made it kinda hard to chill, eat or relax. They also made Yoga tricky - it's a pitty because the place would be really nice. The surf classes seemed a bit random, no theory, they rushed us to get on the board and it felt a little bit unprofessional. We think it is very expensive for Sri Lanka, especially for what it is. Overall the price-quality ration is not good. I guess with some improvements this place acutually can be really nice.

Beautiful beach not only to surf but also to chill. Amazing food. Prepared with love and fresh ingredients. Room super cute , view on the ocean and eye on details. They try to be sustainable and not using things you through away afterwards (water bottles, napkin, straws etc.) The staff is amazing, they are friendly and you can see how much love there is in this project. Great instructors for surfing !!!

Nothing!!! Everything was absolutely perfect, just one suggestion, putting some mosquitoes nets.

It is remote and away from the huzz and buzz. The staff was very friendly and helpful and the food an adventure. If you want peace, this is the place to go. The beach is on your doorstep and an excellent venue to start your surfing career. Because of the long beach, there is enough space for all the surfers and to take a nice stroll.

We didn't realise how humid it could be, and it would have helped a lot if there was an aircon in the room. There are 2 rooms which accommodate 2 people. For a big family or with small children, this may be a problem.

The property was beautiful, the rooms very cozy, the beach is amazing and the dogs are very welcoming too. All the staff is very kind and always ready to help us with anything we would need. Had the chance to try a surf lesson with Tharu, which was a really nice experience as well. Got to use the shala with a beautiful view to the ocean as well, it was beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay and advice everyone to go too! Looking forward to go during high season!

The only thing we would point out is the difference between going in off season or high season. The coffee was opened, but not running at full speed, the beach was still a bit dirty, the place itself was just starting up, so the garden also didn’t look as nice as it probably does during high season. Of course that once there’s AC in the rooms it will make it perfect.

The staff is incredibly friendly and accommodating. The place is very beautiful and well maintained. The food is absolutely amazing. You are 50 meters from an incredible surf beach. We did yoga and took a surf lesson from them, both were fantastic. We stayed for 2 nights, I wish we stayed for longer!!!

Calma, true to its name, is incredibly calm and exactly what we were looking for during our stay. It's a small hotel with only two rooms and a very long beach practically exclusive to guests. The owner is lovely, and the staff promptly attended to any requests we had, especially regarding breakfast preferences. At night, the silence is enchanting. I highly recommend staying here for a few nights or simply visiting for beginner surfing.

This place is phenomenal! I want to gate keep this gem but I won't because they deserve your business! As soon as you pull up, you can see the ocean through their beautiful open air cafe. Calma is located on a quiet beach with just a few other small establishments (small restaurant / surf school / 1 other hotel). If you're looking for a peaceful stay away from the chaos (but still less than a 10 minute ride from Hiriketiya) this place is perfect. You'll wake up to a delicious fresh breakfast every morning with the option to take a surf or yoga class. The owners are incredible and have a beautiful story if you have the chance to chat with them. The staff are wonderful as well and truly make you feel like you're staying in someone's home. I almost moved back my flight to stay longer in this little slice of paradise but unfortunately tickets were too expensive. That being said, I'll definitely be coming back!!!!!!! My soul feels nourished after just two nights here.

One of the most welcoming places you can find. The food is absolutely delicious with excellent service, a true Sri Lankan gem. Lovely people - beautiful vibe!

This was the best place during our 2 weeks travel around Sri Lanka. The beach in front of the room is beautiful and not crowded. The staff and owners were amazing with us, very friendly and helpful. Food was delicious (both breakfast and evening meal). Calma really gave us that feeling of tranquility that we needed. The room decoration was beautiful and you even get the chance to spend some time with lovely dogs and puppies. We can only recommend you staying there, we were pleased and very happy with our choice.

Gutted we only spent 1 night, we'd be happy to spend few more nights there.

Very calm, comfy and next to the ocean & great food

No AC, not the best water pressure

Directly at the beach, super friendly hosts and staff. Really delicious food and drinks. Super calm, empty beautiful beach. Great surf and yoga classes onsite (for good price). Although shown on the photos, bathroom is not separate from the bedroom. Would definitely come back!

Really enjoyed staying here for two nights. The location is nice and quiet with a lot of space. You can oversee the beach from the room and your personal terrace. The hosts are a couple and they are super lovely and accommodating. They have their own surf instructor for lessons and board rental and you can also borrow yoga mats etc.