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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.

K
Kiefer
From
Switzerland
Perfect location for surfing on the reef right in front of the house. Several restaurants in walking distance. Shops right on the main road. Spacious garden and common area. Many plants and lovely details, beautiful choices of furniture. The host and working team is very helpful and friendly. They give their best to reduce plastic waste, refill water is available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 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.

B
Bar
From
Israel
Great family hosting, the hotel has a secret surfing peak right in front of it! Superb breakfast. Awesome location close to the doctor house
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 324 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.

V
Vera
From
Germany
Extremely friendly host and stuff. Located directly at black sands beach. Coming here for surfing, swell check from the bed was possible. Food was very tasty. Still a rather quiet and peaceful spot.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 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.

A
Adam
From
Spain
Fantastic value for money - what's described by Lighthouse Beach Home as the "budget room" could be "deluxe" elsewhere. Rooms are well maintained and nicely equipped, even if small - still comfortable, and you can shower while looking at the lighthouse through the bathroom window. The family running the place is very friendly and speak good English. Next to the guesthouse they have a nice, quirky restaurant on the waterfront. You can park a tuk tuk or a bike in the garden - sun beds then get moved to the rooftop terrace, which has views to the ocean and the bay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 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.

K
Karen
From
United Kingdom
Attention to detail and the great team of staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 154 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, 366 reviews
Price from
US$37.95
1 night, 2 adults

Crystal villa- Bathigama

Matara

Crystal villa- Bathigama is a beachfront property located in Matara, 100 metres from Batheegama Beach and 7.8 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

D
Dimitra
From
Greece
The room was absolutely clean and organised in a great location. The breakfast was amazing and the most important is that the people that worked there were super helpful and supportive. They helped us rent a scooter and giving us very useful guidance. Additionally, I had a small accident and they gave me medication and took care of me. When I visit again I am sure that I will stay there again and I absolutely recommend you this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
US$47.50
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Ferola

Hotel in Matara

Set in Matara, 100 metres from Madiha Beach, Hotel Ferola offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

S
Sasanga
From
Sri Lanka
Breakfast was good and delicious
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Price from
US$180
1 night, 2 adults

Onchillawa garden accommodation

Matara

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Onchillawa garden accommodation is located in Matara. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

E
Elise
From
Germany
Talalla is a beautiful spot on earth. Many thanks to the kind and helpful owner and his two cute cats.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Shady Homestay

Matara

Offering a private beach area and garden view, Shady Homestay is set in Matara, 6.2 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole and 18 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple.

M
Matthew Anderson
From
Australia
Shady Homestay Hiriketiya is a delightful retreat that perfectly captures the essence of coastal relaxation. Just a short 400 meters from both Hiriketiya and Pehembiya beaches, this charming accommodation offers a serene atmosphere with comfortable, well-appointed rooms. Guests can relax in a welcoming common area, surrounded by a lush garden, perfect for fueling your beach adventures. Whether you’re looking to unwind by the shore or explore the local culture, Shady Homestay is an ideal base for your Hiriketiya getaway.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults
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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Matara and nearby

Grand Navro Hotel

Matara
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located in Matara, 700 metres from Matara Beach, Grand Navro Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From US$40 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.

From US$82.50 per night

Culture Resort

Matara
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews

Offering a year-round outdoor pool and barbecue, Culture Resort is located in Matara.

From US$110 per night

Cocos Polhena

Matara
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 123 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$36.30 per night

Black Lantern

Matara
Breakfast options

Located within a few steps of Polhena Beach and 29 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Black Lantern provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

From US$42.35 per night

Villa Lee Polhena

Matara
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Matara, 500 metres from Polhena Beach, Villa Lee Polhena features accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$21.78 per night

Kaminrich Cottage

Matara
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews

Situated in Matara, 300 metres from Madiha Beach, Kaminrich Cottage features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$41.71 per night

Featuring garden views, Matara Family Cabana Matara provides accommodation with an open-air bath and a terrace, around 23 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

Save money on beach in Matara and nearby – budget options available

RED ROSE HOLIDAY HOUSE

Matara
Budget options available

Boasting garden views, RED ROSE HOLIDAY HOUSE provides accommodation with a garden, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge, around 200 metres from Matara Beach.

From US$81.01 per night

Atteriya HILLTOP

Matara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Located in Matara, 200 metres from Lakshawaththa Beach, Atteriya HILLTOP provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$79.28 per night

Polhena Grand Resort & Banquet

Matara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Set in Matara, 200 metres from Polhena Beach, Polhena Grand Resort & Banquet offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

From US$60.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Featuring a balcony with lake views, an open-air bath and free bikes, Seasons Four Eco Friendly Treehouse can be found in Matara, close to Wellamadama Surfing Beach and 23 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Featuring a balcony with lake views, a private beach area and an open-air bath, Seasons Four Mini Jungle Cabana can be found in Matara, close to Wellamadama Surfing Beach and 23 km from Hummanaya Blow...

From US$44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Boasting sea views, Blue Corals Beach Bungalow offers accommodation with a private beach area, a garden and a terrace, around a few steps from Madiha Beach.

From US$76 per night

LakRaj Heritage

Matara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a sun terrace, LakRaj Heritage offers pet-friendly accommodation in Matara, 6 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple. Free private parking is available on site.

From US$98.01 per night

Turtle Eco Beach

Matara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

Turtle Eco Beach is composed of charming traditional 8 little houses, each of the 20 rooms have private garden. This elegant property features an outdoor 25 meters salt swimming pool.

From US$78 per night

Beach Hotels with swimming pools in Matara and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 53 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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

Set in Matara, 100 metres from Madiha Beach, Bienvenido Cozy Madiha offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated in Kamburugamuwa, 70 metres from Kamburugamuwa Beach, Sea Bloom Villa has a private beach area, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$66.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Muthu Nila villas- Mirissa features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Mirissa. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

From US$345 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Located on the beachfront, Paradise Beach Resort & Diving school offers simple accommodation in Mirissa.

From US$76.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews

Immerse yourself in nature on the shores of beautiful Southern Sri Lanka. Talalla Retreat is a beachfront resort located on a pristine, white sandy beach.

From US$175.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews

Located in Talalla, a few steps from Talalla Beach, Talalla Freedom Resort provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From US$60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 676 reviews

Situated in Mirissa, a few steps from Thalaramba Beach, Beach & Bliss Mirissa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

From US$968 per night

Highly rated beach hotels in Matara and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 24 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

Onaro Beach View

Matara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Onaro Beach View offers 3-star accommodation in Matara and features a garden and private beach area.

From US$29.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 75 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

A good location for a hassle-free holiday in Matara, King's Marine B&B Surf Hotel is a bed and breakfast surrounded by views of the garden.

From US$42.35 per night

Polhena Palms

Polhena
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Comprising a private beach area and a garden, Polhena Palms is a recently renovated accommodation in Polhena situated close to Polhena Beach.

From US$15.89 per night

Sayuri Beach Hotel

Matara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Sayuri Beach Hotel is set in Matara, a few steps from Polhena Beach and 31 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$26.45 per night

Chill Hostel Madiha

Matara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Located in Matara, 100 metres from Madiha Beach, Chill Hostel Madiha provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

From US$17.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews

Situated just 300 metres from Madiha Beach, Madiha Surf House Lanka provides accommodation in Matara with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as a shared kitchen.

From US$15.73 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 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
Avg. price/night: US$82.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Our room was clean and very comfortable. The view from our balcony was amazing of the beach and ocean. The breakfast was really good and even better from from the restaurant area. The staff were all lovely and helpful. There is a bar and sunbeds on the beach right in front of hotel, beach is nice and quiet and good place to try surfing.
Guest review by
Nicholas
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
The incredibly friendly and gentle manager, all the other staff, the owner who gave us a lift to Galle, the location right on the beachfront, the food, the welcome drink, the beds, the bathroom, the views from the balcony.
Guest review by
Barbara
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$82.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Perfect beach hotel! A little off the main road as the name suggests and 24 steps down to the beach from the grounds. All the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Room and bathroom were clean and had a fridge, safe and mosquito nets. Breakfast was simple but yummy overlooking the Ocean and beach. Surf boards for hire and a pretty private beach to enjoy!
Guest review by
Lucy
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
We loved staying right on the beach and being able to watch the turtles from our balcony. The restaurant was great, there was loads of choice and for a good price. The staff, especially the owner were extremely friendly and helpful. The location was good, walking distance to Madiha surf break (10 minutes) and Polhena beach and lots of restaurants.
Guest review by
Katie
Young couple
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