Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat
Athtragoda Road, Unawatuna 80600 Sri Lanka
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#1 of 244 Specialty lodging in Unawatuna
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4.8
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5.0
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5.0
Experience a week in our tropical mansion in familiar atmosphere, surf at the most beautiful beaches of the South coast, relax your body & soul with yoga in our unique Island-Cabana and restore your body with our home-made and fresh food. We are passionate about teaching you how to surf or improve your surf level. Feel the Surf Spirit without missing any comfort. What's included in our one week surf & yoga package: - 7 x Nights Accommodation in Double- or Twinroom - 7 x Breakfast - 5 x Afternoon Tea, Coffee & fresh fruits - 6 x Dinner - 5 x Surfsession incl. theory & Transfer - 10 x Yogasession - 1 x Surf-Photoanalysis - 1 Hour Massage - Guided Meditations - Free use of Surf- and Yoga Equipment
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Sri Lanka was definitely one of my best vacations, everything was just great, the environment/nature, the surf spirit house and the coaches, the local people. absolutely to fall in love with I would recommend it 100% I can’t wait to be back !
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Highly recommmended!!! Had the best week there. Rooms are clean and nice, Food is excellent, all of pur Coaches have been very nice and professionell. We had an amazing time there! Thanks again to the whole Team, Hope to see you again!
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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I was a week in the beach lodge and it was just wonderful. Even the contact before arrival was super helpful and all questions were answered! The team there (management, surf instructor, yoga instructor and photographer) were fantastic! And the food was a dream. The whole team at the beach lodge made the stay perfect. I can only recommend.
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Traveled solo
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After spending one week in this amazing Surf and Yoga Camp I can highly recommend it. Not only because you can meet an awesome team who will accompany you during your stay,but also meet other people from different countries; so its perfect for people who travel alone. The surf and Yoga classes can be also taken part by beginners, instructors will help you improve your skills. Your day is structured through your whole stay, Sri Lankan food is served which was really delicious, even diets are taken into account. So if you are searching for a chilled and on the other hand sporty experience you should definitely try Surf Spirit out!
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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If you're looking for a cool Surfcamp, with attention to detail, you're at the right place! I spent 3 Weeks in the beachlodge in January. After my first experience in the Jungle Lodge 3 Years ago, i came back to enjoy it again. We went surfguiding every morning to a great secret Reefbreak. The bay itself with the beachbreak was as well really fun on many days with enough swell. The room with the sea view is extremly nice! Its super clean and the house-keeping and kitchen team is great! The Food is a good mix of srilanka's traditional food, but you get good variety with a pizza or a burger sometimes. To eat vegetarian or vegan is absolutly no problem. The Surf Spirit Team, Teacher, Manager are soo lovely caring about everyone! I would heartily recommend the stay to anyone.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Response from Nils Schluter, General Manager at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat
Responded Mar 8, 2022
Hey Adrian, thanks a lot for taking the time to create this amazing feedback. We are really glad you loved your stay in the Jungle Villa and in the Beach Lodge. Great to hear you loved your room, the surf spots, the overall team and the food. Looking forward to surf with you soon again. best regards from your Surf Spirit Team Nils
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This mark is not for the place itself, but for surf school. One of the teachers tried to explain me in a very bad words where I’m allowed and where not to surf, while he is at “his spot” to teach people. He hit my board few times and said (with really bad words) that he does’t like white people. After that he tried to explain me why he did like that, and said that it is because of the safety. But the main argument was that that is his spot and he doesn’t want to go to any other place. One more detail: I’ve been at that spot before he came with his students.
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Nils Schluter, General Manager at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat
Responded Mar 7, 2022
Hey mate, we do not run a surf school & are easy going with sharing the beach. As we have European and Local coaches i am sure we would never say "we do not like white people". We are really open for feedback and criticism but i think you reported the wrong company. Have a good day! Your Surf Spirit Team
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1 point for the surf coaching, instructors gave good inputs which helped a lot. 1 point for the yoga. The classes in the morning were energizing and yin practice great for stretching in the evenings. 1 point for the local staff and the food at dinner. It was very tasty and had many vegan options. Breakfast was ok, but most options were sweet. 0 points for the overall concept which was not my style. You get 1 surf class for about 90 min. You can surf on your own - if you are lucky, there are enough surf boards. You get theory classes everyday, also if you experienced. However, I really missed theory about "how to behave in the waves > do not snake in, etc"... Would have been useful information for some people. The beach is about 10 min drive away (you are taken there by camp-bus) and you spend a lot of time of waiting until everyone is ready... 0 points for my room. You pay for a single option and end up in a room with two single beds. If you travel with friends or anyways want to share a room with others, this is ok. But I expected something else when paying extra for a single room. However, I am sure you can have a great time.…
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Nils Schluter, General Manager at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat
Responded Mar 7, 2022
Hey many thanks for the review, we always take the feedback seriously so we can improve :) First of all we are really happy you liked the Surf Coaching, the yoga classes in the mornings and in the evening and the food :) You are right, for the free surf we (next to the lessons) we have been lacking a few boards. We already purchased more boards and are even looking into adding more boards to the quiver :) About the room: In case of booking a single Room you normally should get a room including one double room. We are really sorry this was not the case during your stay. We apologise for this mistake. Other than that we are glad to hear you have been happy with the surf lessons, the yoga sessions and the food. Have a great day. Your Surf Spirit Team
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I've had a fabulous week and I'll be back for sure! I went home with fantastic memories in my heart. The food was delicious and everything was fresh. The lessons were also great, I learned to surf and I was able to get better at my yoga practice.Thank you for the great time!
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Date of stay: November 2021
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Response from Nils Schluter, General Manager at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat
Responded Mar 7, 2022
Hey Franziska, wow this is an incredible review! Thanks a lot for sharing this :) Great to hear you loved the fresh food and made progress in Surfing & Yoga. So glad to hear you would like to come back :) Have a great day. Your Surf Spirit Team
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We spent an amazing week in the beautiful beach lodge. Every morning and afternoon we had a yoga class on the rooftop with a beautiful view over the bay. The beach and surf spot is directly in front of the terrace. We were treated with healthy and yummy food for breakfast, with smoothie bowls, lunch and dinner every day. The hole team was so lovely, we had lots of good conversations and funny evenings. I couldn’t imagine how to spent my time in Sri Lanka better. It was really hard to leave!
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Nils Schluter, General Manager at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat
Responded Mar 7, 2022
Hey Linda, thanks a lot for this beautiful review. It sounds like you had a great time. We appreciate you took the time to create this review. Great to hear you loved the food and the overall vibes :) See you next time :) Your Surf Spirit Team
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Me and my friends spent one amazing week at the Surfspirit Beach Lodge! There you get the chance to take part in two yogaclasses a day and lots of surfing classes, too. The instructors are the nicest people on earth and after just one week you can call them your friends and really do not want to leave at all! It has been one of the best weeks in my entire life! Xo
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Nils Schluter, General Manager at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat
Responded Mar 7, 2022
Hey there, great to hear you loved your stay at the beach lodge. Haha very happy to hear the coaches are the nicest people on earth. We will definitely let our coaches know that you liked to get coached with them :) Thanks a lot and see you in the water! Your Surf Spirit Team
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PRICE RANGE
$863 - $958 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
Sri LankaSouthern ProvinceGalle DistrictUnawatuna
NUMBER OF ROOMS
9
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Which popular attractions are close to Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat?
Nearby attractions include Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya (0.4 miles), Sithma Gems & Jewellery (0.6 miles), and Akmal Ayurvedic & Herbal Tea (0.6 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
What food & drink options are available at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat?
Conveniently located restaurants include Coconut style, Jungle Restaurant, and Atara Family Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat have airport transportation?
Yes, Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.6 miles away from the center of Unawatuna.
Are any cleaning services offered at Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Surf Spirit Surf & Yoga Retreat?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Galle Fort (2.7 miles), Old Town of Galle and its Fortifications (2.6 miles), and Meera Mosque (2.6 miles).