About

Your Home Away From Home in Hiriketiya

Welcome to Funky Monkey, where the jungle meets the surf. We aren't just a place to sleep - we are a community. Located just a 2-minute walk from the famous Hiriketiya Bay, we offer the perfect balance of surf stoke and laid-back island living.

After a day catching waves, come back to our lush garden to cool off. The real magic happens at night—join our famous family dinners, where guests, staff, and friends gather to share incredible Sri Lankan rice and curry while sharing stories. Whether you’re a solo backpacker or a seasoned traveller, you’ll find your tribe here.

Highlights:
2-minute walk to Hiriketiya Beach
Famous "Family Dinners" & Social Events
WiFi in common areas
AC Dorms (Deluxe dorms are located in a separate property)
Surf lessons & Board rentals

Cancellation policy: 2 day(s) before arrival.
In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.
Check-in from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out before 12:00 PM
Taxes included.
Breakfast not included.

General:
No curfew
No pets allowed.
Smoking is not allowed inside dorms.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 18:00

Check Out

until 12:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • Parking
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Internet access
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Reviews

7.4Very Good(21)
  • Value for Money
    7.4
  • Security
    7.6
  • Atmosphere
    6.9
  • Cleanliness
    6.8
  • Staff
    7.9
  • Location
    8.9
  • Facilities
    6.8
Summary of traveller reviews

Lazy Monkey Surf Hostel Hiriketiya offers a fantastic location, just a short walk from the beach. Guests often praise the friendly and helpful staff, and the social atmosphere with organised events and family dinners. Some recent reviews mention issues with cleanliness in certain rooms and the presence of mosquitoes, though the staff are generally responsive to these concerns.

Stayed in Jul 2026
9.1
K
Katharina
Female, 31-40, Germany
I had a great stay. Really nice staff and perfect location close to the beach.
Stayed in Mar 2026
2.0
E
Elin
Female, 18-24, Wales
If I could give this place a zero I would. When we arrived the owner wasn't sure if my friend's bed was clean- got the staff to check who then lied and said he'd cleaned it. We checked and the bed had stains on it and was filthy so complained and the same staff member then admitted to not cleaning and making a new bed. The room was full of mosquitoes and I felt suffocated in a mosquito net that had holes in it. We were bitten all over. So glad we only booked this place for 1 night. Wifi slow.
Stayed in Mar 2026
10
B
Brooke
Female, 18-24, Australia
Perfect location and the rooms are clean. Staff is very friendly. Would reccomend staying here
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Location

109 Hiriketiya Beach Road, Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka
0.3km from city centre