Fast-track your fitness.
All-inclusive packages from £140 per night
Get a performance boost in paradise: our Kickstart Packages are your shortcut to a fitness upgrade. Whether you’re a competition pro or a bootcamp beginner, our hilltop retreat has everything you need to fast-track your progress. Think boutique rooms, world-class kit and expert trainers – all just 10 minutes from Sri Lanka’s sunny south coast. Whatever your goals, we believe in good grub, great people and genuine encouragement. So join us in the jungle to meet, eat and sweat with a like-minded crew we call the Makahiya Massive.
What’s included?
KICKSTART PACKAGES INCLUDE:
Boutique en-suite room
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Unlimited workout classes
Unlimited gym access
1 Personal coaching session (5+ nights)
1 Sports massage (5+ nights)
1 Ice bath therapy session
Use of our infinity pool
PLUS OPTIONAL EXTRA TREATMENTS & TRAINING
Sweet dreams.
Good recovery requires good rest. That’s why our boutique rooms are designed for unrivalled down time. Bright, spacious and contemporary, each air-conditioned crib features a private balcony and modern en-suite bathroom. There’s A/C to keep you cool, hot water to wash off the day and Wi-Fi for when the boss wants a word. Single or double, you’ll bookend your days with kips fit for a winner.
Get to work.
Your #holidaygoals start here. From team-based bootcamps to strength and mobility training, workouts are what we do best. We run a full schedule of daily classes, all of which are included in your stay. Whether you’re a fitness fresher or an interval whizz, our expert trainers will lead the way. Yes, there’ll be burpees. And yes, you’ll sweat buckets. But backed by our trademark Massive energy, you’re guaranteed to smash it.
Gym goals.
With an arsenal of bespoke Watson Gym Equipment, our world-class training room has all the kit you need to hit your holiday goals. Access is unlimited during your stay. Game for upgrading your gains? We offer a complimentary consultation as part of your package. We’ll work with you to set a fitness foundation and tailor the shape of your training. If you’d like more guidance, you can schedule further sessions with our expert trainers.
Food is fuel.
Good grub should boost you before, during and after a workout. Ready to refuel? We’ll serve you breakfast, lunch and dinner on every day of your stay. Head to our poolside restaurant and you’ll find a curated menu of nutritious dishes and nourishing drinks, each made to power your performance. And because meals are better with your mates, we meet regularly for a Massive rice and curry night.
Recovery mode.
Temps can get toasty in Sri Lanka. Luckily, we’ve got an ice bath for instant chill. Keen to soothe your sore spots with a trip to the deep freezer? You’re entitled to one free stint in the tub per stay, supervised by our trainers. And if your muscles are still in need of a kneading, you can also enjoy a 60-minute sports massage on us. Ideal if your bod’s taken a beating from bus rides or burpees.
Active rest.
Rest days are the best days for exploring Sri Lanka’s sunny south coast. Swim with turtles at our nearest beach, tour picturesque paddy fields on two wheels, or learn to surf at some of the island’s best breaks. Then kick back by the pool after a busy day in paradise. Time it right and you can tag in for a Makahiya social, too: from movie screenings to curry nights, our group activities are the gold standard in tropical entertainment.
What to expect.
A day in the life at Makahiya.
From movie nights to sports massages, every day is different at Makahiya. We can arrange all kinds of activities to keep you busy. Below is an example of what one day in fitness paradise might look like.
READ ABOUT a week in the life at Makahiya >
| 07.00 | Stretch on your balcony | |
| 07.30 | Grab a coffee from the café | |
| 08.00 | Go big in a group Bootcamp | |
| 09.30 | Chill out with an Ice Bath | |
| 10.00 | Refuel with a Smoothie Bowl | |
| 11.00 | Optional consultation with a trainer | |
| 11.30 | Jog down to Dalawella beach | |
| 13.00 | Delicious poke bowl at Makahiya Eats | |
| 14.00 | Take a tuk-tuk to Galle Fort | |
| 16.00 | Recover with a Sports Massage | |
| 17.00 | Power Training workout | |
| 18.00 | Sunset swim in the infinity pool | |
| 19.00 | Smash a burger at Makahiya Eats | |
| 20.00 | Sit back for Makahiya Movie Night | |
| 22.30 | Crash out in your boutique room |
Package prices.
If you’d like to stay longer or have a specific training regime in mind, we’re happy to craft a bespoke package to fit your needs. Just get in touch and we’ll take it from there.
SOLO GUEST
3 NIGHTS
FROM
£660
PER PERSON, ALL-INCLUSIVE
7 NIGHTS
FROM
£1660
PER PERSON, ALL-INCLUSIVE
10 NIGHTS
FROM
£2320
PER PERSON, ALL-INCLUSIVE
14 NIGHTS
TWO SHARING
3 NIGHTS
FROM
£502
PER PERSON, ALL-INCLUSIVE
7 NIGHTS
FROM
£1237
PER PERSON, ALL-INCLUSIVE
10 NIGHTS
FROM
£1740
PER PERSON, ALL-INCLUSIVE
14 NIGHTS
This way to your room.
Core room
Get rested the right way with one of our cosy Core rooms. Situated in the gym building, these well-appointed spaces feature all the fundamentals for a fantastic stay: comfortable double beds, modern en-suite bathrooms and bright, clean interiors.
Boost room
Don’t go home, go bigger: our larger Boost rooms offer even more space for you to stretch out. They also include cosy double or twin beds, modern en-suite bathrooms and spacious private balconies which overlook the pool area and vibrant paddy fields beyond.
What our guests say.
FAQs.
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Makahiya Fitness is situated 10 minutes inland of Unawatuna, on the sunny south coast of Sri Lanka. Getting from the airport to Makahiya couldn’t be easier: the island’s main expressway runs all the way to nearby Galle. Airport transfers are included in our fitness packages – the journey takes an easy 2hrs 15mins by car.
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Whether you book a Kickstart Package or choose to Build Your Own, you can select any start date to suit your travel plans. Every package includes unlimited access to our gym and all of our daily fitness classes, so you can build a flexible schedule whenever you arrive.
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Absolutely! While we regularly welcome groups at Makahiya, most of our guests are travelling solo. All of our rooms can be booked for single or double occupancy, with packages priced accordingly. We always go big on group vibes – so whether you stay for a weekend or a fortnight, you’ll leave Makahiya with mates for life.
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Fitness has no age limit and neither does Makahiya. From young guns to seasoned buffs, we welcome guests of every generation. Our community is built around big energy and big effort, regardless of your birthday rep count.
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Our retreat is open all year round. The traditional season for the south coast runs from December to March, when the sun is hot, the surf is good and there’s very little rain. The off-season usually serves up sunshine between scattered showers. We train whatever the weather.
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Corporate crew, gym squad or team mates: we’re very happy to host big groups at Makahiya. The retreat can comfortably sleep 18, with the option to transform our Super Suite into a four-bed dorm for the ultimate bonding experience. Get in touch for group packages.