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Swell Shacks

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 2.1 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach, Swell Shacks features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

F
Fayad Faris
From
Sri Lanka
Uthum and his team are stuff made of dreams. Everything was seamless. The beachfront is super clean and not crowded at all. The pricing of his cafe next door are on point. The room itself is spacious and super aesthetic. The bedding and pillows are super soft. There's plenty of space to move round, doctors house, 360 madiha are so close by, you could walk to em. Super professional guys and they made my stay super comfy. Im going back on the 5th to 7th of Jan! See you guys soon!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
Price from
US$92
1 night, 2 adults

Surf Lodge Madiha

Matara

Set within 400 metres of Madiha Beach and 32 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Surf Lodge Madiha offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

J
Jules Muncey
From
Australia
Super beautiful location right in front of the wave, beautiful property, amazing breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
Price from
US$102
1 night, 2 adults

La Polena

Hotel in Matara

Set in Matara, La Polena offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Madiha Beach and offers various facilities, such as a garden, a private beach area and a terrace.

E
Eva Špelko
From
Slovenia
Very clean. Comfortable bed. At the beach👌. Friendly staff. Delicious every day different breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
Price from
US$33
1 night, 2 adults

Ocean Breeze Villa

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, Ocean Breeze Villa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

B
Bor
From
Slovakia
Great location. Beach front hotel. Nice and calm beach. All day surfing. There are many possibilities for short trips around. Great food. Great staff. Actually, it's one of the best places we have been to during our one month traveling across the island.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Price from
US$52.65
1 night, 2 adults

Light house beach home

Matara

Situated in Matara, just 1.2 km from Devinuwara Beach, Light house beach home features beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, free bikes, a garden and free WiFi.

M
Marzi
From
Iran
This place has an amazing location, perfect for relaxing. The beach is quiet and peaceful, making it a great spot to unwind. The outdoor space is fantastic—you can spend hours just enjoying the atmosphere. A lovely family runs this place, and they offer delicious homemade food in their restaurant. They also provide snorkeling masks, so you can spend hours in the water watching the beautiful fish. It’s a perfect spot to enjoy the sea and the beauty of southern Sri Lanka!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

The Seascape

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, The Seascape features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

S
Sigal
From
Israel
Great hotel . 7 stars. Everything perfect. You just think of something and the professional and kind staff will get it for you. Big room clean , nice pool, amazing breakfast. Thanks a lot. Don't think twice. made a reservation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
Price from
US$85.50
1 night, 2 adults

Deep Blue

Matara

Deep Blue is a private villa offering rooms with boutique style décor in Matara, 500 metres from Polhena beach. It has a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool.

H
Heike
From
Germany
Ever been to paradise? it is never too late! Deep blue is paradise on earth!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
Price from
US$37.95
1 night, 2 adults

Royal Villa Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 200 metres from Polhena Beach, Royal Villa Polhena features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

T
Telisha
From
Austria
The villa was great value for money. We could walk to the beach anytime, and both Madiha Beach and Polhena Beach were just a short walk away. The beaches are very beautiful and relaxing.we snorkeled with turtles, swim safely, enjoy surfing, and watch beautiful sunsets. We really enjoyed our stay.Thank you so much
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, 800 metres from Lakshawaththa Beach, Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

s
supun
From
Sri Lanka
Excellent stay! The place was spotless, quiet, and beautifully kept. It felt comfortable and welcoming, perfect for all types of travelers. I would definitely book again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Oreli Villa

Matara

Located in Matara, 500 metres from Thalaramba Beach, Oreli Villa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

C
Chaw
From
Sri Lanka
From the moment I arrived, everything about this hotel felt welcoming and comfortable. The room was spotless, and the bed was so soft and cozy — I had one of the best sleeps in a long time! The washroom was clean and well-designed, with great water pressure and premium toiletries that smelled amazing. You can really tell the hotel pays attention to the small details that make a stay enjoyable. The staff were absolutely wonderful — always friendly, polite, and ready to help with anything. Their genuine hospitality made the stay feel extra special. Overall, a perfect blend of comfort, cleanliness, and service. I’d definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$17
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Matara and nearby

Himana Beach Rest

Matara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Offering a garden and sea view, Himana Beach Rest is located in Matara, a few steps from Matara Beach and 27 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$23.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Matara, 300 metres from Matara Beach and 26 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Dutch pearl Cottage offers a garden and air conditioning.

From US$38.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

200 metres from Matara Beach, Southern Sea Breeze is a recently renovated property situated in Matara and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

Whits villa 24

Matara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Set in Matara, 2.1 km from Matara Beach, Whits villa 24 has a garden, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$14.52 per night

The Duchess Hotel

Matara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated in Matara, within 700 metres of Matara Beach and 26 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, The Duchess Hotel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests...

From US$21.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Set within 200 metres of Matara Beach and 28 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, The Fort House - Matara offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

From US$21.78 per night

The Fort House

Matara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Set in Matara, The Fort House offers a shared lounge. The property is situated 3.9 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple and 800 meters from Matara Fort.

From US$17 per night

The Dwell

Matara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Matara, within 2.4 km of Matara Beach and 28 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, The Dwell offers accommodation with a shared lounge and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$24.20 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Located within 100 metres of Matara Beach and 26 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Banyan Scape Villa provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

From US$84.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Set in Matara and only 27 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Rooms in matara offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$15.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Set in Matara, 1.5 km from Matara Beach, Pinipahana Walauwa Resort & villa offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

Located in Matara, 1.5 km from Matara Beach, Grand Rockland Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Set in Matara, 80 metres from Matara Beach, Oshans Home - Guest House - Polhena offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a garden.

From US$35.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Boasting a garden and views of sea, Rosemary Villa - Matara is a recently renovated aparthotel set in Matara, 400 metres from Matara Beach.

From US$107.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Situated just 300 metres from Matara Beach, Isuru Holiday Inn features accommodation in Matara with access to an infinity pool, massage services, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

From US$24.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

Set in Matara, Absolute Breeze by cherins offers free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$22.76 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Matara and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Situated in Matara, 1.9 km from Lakshawaththa Beach, Shades Hotel & Villa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

The Silent Gate

Ipitagoda
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated within 2.5 km of Lakshawaththa Beach and 24 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, The Silent Gate provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ipitagoda.

From US$32.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews

Situated in Matara, a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, Top Secret Beach Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a restaurant.

Dream Villa

Matara
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Set within 100 metres of Lakshawaththa Beach and 24 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole in Matara, Dream Villa features accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

From US$30.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Situated in Matara, 1.2 km from Polhena Beach, Morning Star Polhena features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Located in Matara, 600 metres from Polhena Beach, Sumimal Resort Polhena provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

From US$23.89 per night

Cocos Polhena

Matara
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

Situated in Matara, a few steps from Polhena Beach, Cocos Polhena features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a spa and wellness centre.

From US$44.77 per night

Ashford Beach

Matara
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Located within 300 metres of Polhena Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole in Matara, Ashford Beach features accommodation with seating area.

From US$27 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews
Solo traveller staying in the king room adjacent to the lounge area. Bed and bathroom were very clean, facilties (pool and TV lounge) were great. Location is private and near beach. Breakfast was great - traditional and well-considered by the butler Shan.
Guest review by
Charles
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
Very clean, fantastic food, great location and very friendly & helpful staff
Guest review by
Martina
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$26.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
Sayuri Beach Hotel is a terrific option for travelers looking for an affordable beach stay at Polhena, Matara because it offers a great blend of comfort, affordability, great locations, and exceptional service. The host was amiable and made sure his visitors had a good time.
Guest review by
Siriwardhane
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
Great location - would suit people on a tight budget. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Guest review by
jenita
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$33.88
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
The family who runs the guesthouse is so lovely and made me feel very at home. The room was big and very clean, and the location for me was perfect. Excellent value for money.
Guest review by
Jessica
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Amazing location, right on the beach. Fantastic surf all day long! Staff is super super friendly and they serve an excellent dinner and breakfast at the beach. Also the room was very clean and comfortable. Don’t look any further, this was our favorite guesthouse in Sri Lanka.
Guest review by
Monique
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Like many others who stay here, I ended up extending my visit. The location is ideal, just a few minutes from the beach. The room was a good size with a mosquito net and ceiling fan. Nayana and Neel are the most welcoming hosts you could ever hope to meet and made me feel right at home. I will be back!
Guest review by
David
Solo traveller