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Spindrift Hostel Madiha

Matara

Set in Matara, 300 metres from Madiha Beach, Spindrift Hostel Madiha offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Susanna
From
Denmark
Best hostel I’ve stayed at in Sri Lanka! Amazing pool and location and super cute staff that’s always making you feel welcomed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$57.50
1 night, 2 adults

Chill Hostel Madiha

Matara

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.

T
Tharuka
From
Sri Lanka
It was a very quiet and nice place to spend time. There was some couple of games over there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$8
1 night, 2 adults

JJ's Hostel Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Showcasing an expansive rooftop terrace with day-beds and barbeque, JJ's Hostel Mirissa is a boutique hostel located in Mirissa North, only a few minutes walk from Mirissa Beach.

A
Adele
From
Lithuania
You feel like in a luxurious resort and not a hostel. Its incredibly clean, they clean the dorms everyday and it smells amazing, they also change bed linen and towels every second day. The dorms a big with spacious locker for your bag, the bed is super comfy and has power sockets, little table and a lamp. The pool is clean and almost always in a shade so you can chill there. The property is massive and feels so relaxing. They do daily yoga and also have a WhatsApp group where they organise daily activities. You can have cheap breakfast and drinks there. You can also pay by card
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 642 reviews
Price from
US$37.50
1 night, 2 adults

drivethru Hostel Polhena

Polhena (Near Matara)

Located in Polhena, 600 metres from Polhena Beach, drivethru Hostel Polhena provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a terrace.

K
Kacper
From
United Arab Emirates
Amazing local breakfast served for the whole community. Beautiful house. Friendly staff. Affordable prices.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$52.48
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Bunks Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Located in Mirissa, 200 metres from Mirissa Beach, Banana Bunks Mirissa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

C
Camilla
From
United Kingdom
The family room in Banana bunks was great for our family. But it is not really the room that was important- it was the use of the fabulous Petti Petti Beach Club.This great beach club is right on the beach (whereas the accommodation is across a main road, a minute’s walk away) and owned by the same people, so you get a discount on the food which is delicious and great value. We made the most of having breakfast, lunch and dinner here and all meals were great, along with lounging around the pool and hiring surfboards from the beach. The staff were very friendly too, so all in all a great place to stay in Mirissa.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews
Price from
US$262.35
1 night, 2 adults

Hangover Hostels Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Hangover Hostels Mirissa offers clean and comfortable accommodation in Mirissa North. The hostel is a 2-minute walk from the picturesque Mirissa Beach.

d
dor
From
Israel
Fantastic place I highly recommend. The hostels owner helps with everything that you need. The location is perfect right on the beach and also there is a great nightlife in the area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 279 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Sun & Moon Hostel

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Set within 700 metres of Mirissa Beach and 34 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Sun & Moon Hostel offers rooms in Mirissa.

D
Donata
From
Germany
Beautiful little hostel, delicious breakfast included in the price. Helpful staff and I loved the 2 dogs 🥰
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
US$33.53
1 night, 2 adults

Costels Hiriketiya

Hiriketiya (Near Matara)

Located in Hiriketiya, 1.2 km from Hiriketiya Beach, Costels Hiriketiya provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

N
Nelle
From
Australia
Great homestay a short walk out of the main town of Hiriketiya. Delicious breakfast with heaps of variety each day! The host family were so kind and lovely. Always smiling and happy to help with anything! Comfy beds, good a/c and good wifi!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Bappa's Place

Hiriketiya (Near Matara)

Located in Hiriketiya and within 2 km of Hiriketiya Beach, Bappa's Place features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

R
Rania
From
France
I had the best stay ! The vibe was so chill and everyone was so friendly. The beds were very comfortable and big, the showers were amazing. The staff is just soooo nice ! They would absolutely anything to help. I had a surf enjury and I couldn’t walk for over a week, if it weren’t for sishani and Shan I don’t know what I would done.. Sishani took me to the hospital, brang me food every day and helped me a lot. If you’re hesitating don’t because it’s the best for the price and the location and the quality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Happy Hammocks, Weligama Beach - Sri Lanka

Weligama (Near Matara)

Boasting a garden and a shared lounge, Happy Hammocks, Weligama Beach - Sri Lanka is situated in Weligama, 400 metres from Weligama Beach and 28 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

C
Cristina
From
Netherlands
Good location, nice atmosphere, comfortable beds in dorms, private bathroom.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

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

drivethru Hostel Polhena

Polhena
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Located in Polhena, 600 metres from Polhena Beach, drivethru Hostel Polhena provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a terrace.

Olive Mirissa

Bandaramulla
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Bandaramulla, within 300 metres of Mirissa Beach and 34 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Olive Mirissa provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

BluOra

Mirissa
Budget options available

Located in Mirissa, 600 metres from Mirissa Beach, BluOra provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

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Dolphin Cottage Mirissa

Mirissa
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Dolphin Cottage Mirissa is situated on the beachfront in Mirissa, 200 metres from Mirissa Beach and 34 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

From US$30 per night

EVOKE Hostel Mirissa

Mirissa
No credit card needed

Located in Mirissa, within 700 metres of Mirissa Beach and 34 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, EVOKE Hostel Mirissa provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

From US$17.76 per night

Sun & Moon Hostel

Mirissa
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

Set within 700 metres of Mirissa Beach and 34 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Sun & Moon Hostel offers rooms in Mirissa.

From US$51.44 per night

Hostels that guests love in Matara

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
loved my stay here. I didn’t want to leave. very comfy beds. modern and clean hostel. amazing pool area. great vibe and good people. best hostel I’ve stayed in in Sri Lanka.
Guest review by
Megan
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
As a backpacker and a digital nomad I had the best experience that I could ever dream of. Josh, Charlotte and the wonderful stuff hosted us and took care of all the we needed. the vibe in the hostel is very good and there are many backpackers and nice people. I highly reccomand the place. the facilities are also really really good and the place is brand new.
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