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Top Secret Beach Hotel, hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, within a few steps of Lakshawaththa Beach and a 15-minute walk of Matara Beach, Top Secret Beach Hotel has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

the location is perfect, views of the ocean from the rooms - walk to the beach - 4 lovely guys working the property- the cook is outstanding- great view of the ocean from the restaurant on the top floor
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
125 reviews
Price from$80per night
The Seascape, hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, The Seascape has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

The rooms were spacious with lovely balcony. Pool was very refreshing and the property is right on a beautiful beach. The staff was amazing!
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
127 reviews
Price from$85.50per night
Kaminrich Cottage, hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a 2-minute walk from Madiha Beach, Kaminrich Cottage has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

This is an absolute gem. Clean, very cheap, friendly and well maintained. We had a large room with a wrap around balcony with pool, garden and sea views. The owners went above and beyond. Wifi was excellent.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
101 reviews
Price from$32.98per night
Ocean Breeze Villa, hotel in Matara

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

Great staff amazing breakfast and beautiful room with great working air con- newly renovated and great hot water pressure.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
154 reviews
Price from$39.15per night
Sumimal Resort Polhena, hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a 6-minute walk from Polhena Beach, Sumimal Resort Polhena provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

Really nice accommodation with delicious breakfast. Sumi and Mal are both very friendly and helpful, they arranged also laundry service for us.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
54 reviews
Price from$19.68per night
Onaro Beach View, hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, Onaro Beach View offers beachfront accommodations a few steps from Matara Beach and provides facilities like a garden and a private beach area.

7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
22 reviews
Price from$27per night
Polhena Coral Reef Resort, hotel in Matara

Polhena Coral Reef Resort provides private rooms with free WiFi and the option of having breakfast served in the rooms.

7.1
Scored 7.1
Good
Rated good
68 reviews
Price from$10per night
La Polena, hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, La Polena offers beachfront accommodations a few steps from Madiha Beach and provides facilities like a garden, a terrace and a private beach area.

The breakfast was very delicious and healthy
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
171 reviews
Price from$27.50per night
Culture Resort, hotel in Matara

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

Great location. Quiet but everything you need nearby. Great pool and beaches. Top-notch breakfast and staff.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
90 reviews
Price from$65per night
Bienvenido Cozy Marker, hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Bienvenido Cozy Marker has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

This hotel is close to the Polhena beach. There is a balcony in the room where you can hang clothes.the host is friendly.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
32 reviews
Price from$23per night
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Matara's best hotels with breakfast

  • Leopard Glamping - Luxury Mobile Campsite in Yala & Kumana

    Located in Matara, 1.4 miles from Matara Beach, Leopard Glamping - Luxury Mobile Campsite in Yala & Kumana has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

  • Shades Hotel & Villa

    Located in Matara, 1.2 miles from Lakshawaththa Beach, Shades Hotel & Villa has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Nihal Bay View
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1 review

    Located in Matara, a few steps from Dammala Beach, Nihal Bay View has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

  • Shima Guni Beach Club Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 26 reviews

    Located in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Shima Guni Beach Club Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    Joli lieux et joli décor, personnel très accueillant. Chambre vu mer très agréable

  • Peak Point
    Breakfast options
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 33 reviews

    Peak Point Hotel is located on the coastline of the Indian Ocean, a two-minute walk to the beach and offers snorkeling with sea turtles.

    great location adorable staff and the cleanest room we had

  • Himawari Beach Villa
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 22 reviews

    Located in Matara, within a few steps of Polhena Beach and a 6-minute walk of Madiha Beach, Himawari Beach Villa has accommodations with a terrace as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

    mycket trevlig värd som var väldigt hjälpsam. prisvärt boende.

  • Fort Sea View Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 53 reviews

    Located in Matara, a 3-minute walk from Matara Beach, Fort Sea View Hotel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Очень добродушный хозяин.Есть выход поямо на пляж.Кухня общая.

  • OSHANS HOME - Guest House - Polhena

    Located in Matara, a few steps from Matara Beach, OSHANS HOME - Guest House - Polhena has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Budget hotels in Matara

  • Malee Villa (Beach Inns Holiday Resort)
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 91 reviews

    Located in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Malee Villa (Beach Inns Holiday Resort) has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Kind staff and great location. Menu in the restaurant is also pretty good.

  • Kaminrich Cottage
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 101 reviews

    Located in Matara, a 2-minute walk from Madiha Beach, Kaminrich Cottage has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    la gentillesse du personnel le balcon la piscine

  • Peekwood

    Located in Matara, a 12-minute walk from Matara Beach, Peekwood has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Chandiv Hotel

    Located in Matara, a 6-minute walk from Kamburugamuwa Beach, Chandiv Hotel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • White House Holiday Resort
    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 4 reviews

    Located in Matara, a 14-minute walk from Polhena Beach, White House Holiday Resort provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Nil Diya Beach Resort
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 81 reviews

    Located a few steps from Madiha Beach, Nil Diya Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodations in Matara and has a garden, a restaurant and a bar.

    place was really clean and well maintained by the staff.

  • Sumimal Resort Polhena
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 54 reviews

    Located in Matara, a 6-minute walk from Polhena Beach, Sumimal Resort Polhena provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

    Zimmer waren sehr schön mit einem großen Balkon, ruhig mit einem schönen Garten

  • Vanina Villas
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 21 reviews

    Set 1.7 mi from Weherahena Buddhist Temple, Vanina Villas provides rooms with air conditioning in Matara.

    Very friendly and familiar! Best surfing spot. Best surfing lesson . Very good food!

Hotels located in the center of Matara

  • The Koarale Bungalow
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Matara, 1.3 miles from Polhena Beach, The Koarale Bungalow provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

  • Cozy Resort
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Matara, a 6-minute walk from Midigama Beach, Cozy Resort has accommodations with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service.

  • Coconut Villa Madiha
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Matara, within a 6-minute walk of Madiha Beach and 1.1 miles of Polhena Beach, Coconut Villa Madiha provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

  • The Duchess Hotel
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Matara, a 14-minute walk from Lakshawaththa Beach, The Duchess Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Sabine Holiday Resort and Restaurant
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 15 reviews

    Located in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Sabine Holiday Resort and Restaurant has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Très bonne situation , personnel très sympathique , propre .

  • Chanro Surf Dream
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 12 reviews

    Located in Matara, within a 2-minute walk of Midigama Beach and 700 yards of Ahangama Beach, Chanro Surf Dream has accommodations with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

    Great place, very clean, great staff. It would be great if the had breakfast for the price.

  • Polhena Grand Resort & Banquet
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 26 reviews

    Located in Matara, a 3-minute walk from Polhena Beach, Polhena Grand Resort & Banquet provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    we really enjoyed our stay, food was excellent and staff were very welcoming.

  • Grand Rockland Hotel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 68 reviews

    Located in Matara, a 17-minute walk from Matara Beach, Grand Rockland Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a bar.

    Cleanliness was at a good level. Beddings were comfy.

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What Guests Said About Matara:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Nature. Natural food.

    Nature. Natural food. Luckily, not too many tourists yet, and it is not too crowded like in other parts of the island (e.g., in Merissa.)Avoid Matara city itself - it's crowded. Look for places nearby, where Google View shows more green color.
    Dmitry
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Polhena beach is an excellent place to have a safe swim for...

    Polhena beach is an excellent place to have a safe swim for a traveller and can see turtles in the sea if you are lucky enough. And can visit Matara light house and Kudawalla water air hole by travelling a bit from Matara which has another nice beach.
    Chamil
    Sri Lanka
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Polhena is a nice village, Matara is a nice city with...

    Polhena is a nice village, Matara is a nice city with friendly people. There is lots to do in this area. For example guided snorkling at Polhena Beach where you can really swim with the turtles, a boattrip on the Nilwala Ganga where you can see crocodiles. Or visit the Starfort. A great restaurant in Matara city is Dutchmanstreet restaurant. In Polhena i recommend eating at Sunil Rest, Blue Corals or Reef Edge restaurant. Walking around at night in Polhena... take a stick and flash light with you, the street dogs just had puppys (cute) but their mother instinct gave me the creeps.
    Wiene
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    Matara is great transport hub, has fast bus connection with...

    Matara is great transport hub, has fast bus connection with Colombo (via expressway). Also most buses on south pass through Matara. Though it's not a good place to stay longer - crowds, no good beaches, high prices.
    Dmytro
    Ukraine
  • 10
    Scored 10

    People are so peaceful and feeling safer. Wow!!!

    People are so peaceful and feeling safer. Wow!!! I wish they had more pick me like taxi services but all fare and good. Beach need a little extra love from environmental authorities. But it was nice still. Thank you Matara. I love to live in Matara for real. Its so chill out places out there in all of the island . ❤🧡😊
    A
    Anonymous
    Sri Lanka
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We stayed at Turtle Eco Beach Hotel.

    We stayed at Turtle Eco Beach Hotel. Olympic or near Olympic length pool, but only two lanes wide. Quite unique. The owners are French as are many of the guests. But so many languages can be heard there. Very family friendly! We traveled back and forth to Polhena Beach (about 1.5 km to the south) for snorkeling daily. (Between 08:00 AM and noon, the water is the clearest.) Sadly, during our stay, the daily low tides coincided with - roughly - that same span of time, so we had to be extra careful to avoid getting scratched up by the coral reef. Our stay was for three days from 15-18 January. We saw sea turtles every day and could even feed them "sea grass" by hand. We ate near the hotel or near Polhena Beach and avoided going into town...
    Brian Sorge
    United States of America

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Matara

  • From $23 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 21 reviews
    Very spacious, our favorite spot was the terrace where we always had breakfast, Sri lankan breakfast was the best! The host and his mother were amazing, helped us out with everything! So kind with children. Very close walking distance to the surfers spot and also turtle watching. Also the supermarket was very close and the main road so very easy for us to visit nearby beaches like Mirissa and Coconut Hill. Also they helped us out for the transfer to our next destination! So altogether great!! Thank you for everything :)
    Anissa
    Spain
  • From $52.80 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 15 reviews
    My stay here was beautiful. Pradeep and Shanika's house is beautiful. It is completely new and clean, stocked with all kitchen equipment, mixer, washing machine, iron (things that other accommodations in Sri Lanka lack). The house is very spacious, with a beautiful garden in a great location just a few minutes from Ahangama in total tranquility. The Wi-Fi works very well and is fast, so it is also a great place to work. I highly recommend this accommodation. Five stars is low. Thank you for everything guys ☺️
    Dominika
    Czech Republic
  • From $22.77 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 61 reviews
    Very clean and pretty new building and rooms (building in progress, but various rooms on the first floor are available and ready) beach view from your (spacious) balcony. Kitchen-like arrangement next to rooms. Large bathroom (new). No hot shower, but hey, who needs one here? 😊😊 Beach without the usual crowdedness. We were all alone during our stay. Nice waves nice view of Matara small island with Buddhist tempel. Very friendly and hospitable owner. Helpful and very communicative.
    Connie
    Germany
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 72 reviews
    Can not rate this place high enough! Jimna the host is probably the nicest person we’ve ever met, he went above and beyond to help us in any way he could plus the accomodation Is beautiful. Absolute water front and a easy stroll to the surf every morning, amazing room and great price. If your looking for a homely feel away from the hustle of the big hotels and resorts this is the place!! Will be recommending this place to everyone that travels to the south of Sri Lanka! Kaine & Kate
    Kaine
    Sri Lanka
  • From $33 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 171 reviews
    For the price we paid, we couldn't ask for more. We really loved the location because this is situated right next to the beach. You get a clean, less crowded beach and amazing views. The Sri Lankan breakfast they catered was amazing. The staff, who are the family owners, were really nice. This is a budget hotel, so the rooms are not extraordinary, but they are good for the price. Highly recommended if you're staying near Polhena Beach, Madiha area.
    Rovin
    Sri Lanka
  • From $60 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 334 reviews
    The location is perfect, its clean and quiet. The hotel itself has the most beautifully maintained garden, very serene and clean. The rooms are very clean with strong aircon. The beach is a few steps away . The staff are exceptionally friendly. We felt fully refreshed after our stay here and wish we could have stayed longer. If you're looking for somewhere calm, beautiful and easy access to other beaches to explore this is a great spot.
    Sandanuwan
    Sri Lanka
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews
    Very nice place near the beach! The room little small but ok for 2 people,  with fan, but enough for February,  right in front the Polhena beach. Very close to a lot of places to eat. We didn't have hot water,  but this doesn't bother us. Apeksha, the host,  is a wonderful person, she accomplished every single thing that we asked for. She's really one in a million!Thank you for everything Apeksha!
    Miki & Sorin
    Romania
  • From $15.84 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 22 reviews
    Review from a Western tourist’s perspective: An affordable, ideally-located run-down option a stone’s throw from the beach and surf that offers free breakfast. Very peaceful, quiet location with ocean and nature sounds, not road noise. For some reason it’s called Ocean Villa at Surf Spot on booking but Ocean Villa at Beach on google. The staff is pleasant but don’t go overboard.
    MixterE
    United States of America
  • From $27.83 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 40 reviews
    Stayed at Orange House for 2 weeks and had a great experience! The family who runs this guesthouse is incredibly friendly and very helpful. They cooked an amazing dinner for myself and 3 other guests! The location is very close to the main surfbreaks on weligama beach and shops, restaurants, atms. Would definitely stay here again!
    ilya
    United States of America
  • From $30 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 208 reviews
    1. For my wife - best hotel during our stay in Sri Lanka 2. Spacey and comfortable room 3. Calm and really nice view from terrace 4. Best garden with palm trees and big swimming pool 5. Sound of sea 6. Nice breakfast 7. Good service (special thanks for cleaning lady, that did laundry for us) 8. Dogs - my daughter loved them
    Mateusz
    Poland
  • From $60 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 334 reviews
    The hotel is located a bit far away from the main center so it's very quiet and relaxing, it is just 2 steps from the sea and a very beautiful little beach which is luckily untouched by tourists. The room is big and spacious and the bathroom is outdoor. The staff is always super available for any help.
    AnnaGranz
    Italy
  • From $30 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 208 reviews
    Everything was perfect about the stay. The pool was really beautiful and well conceived. It’s so quiet and calm. The hotel manager made sure we were comfortable on every level. The 5$ breakfast served to our room was really appreciated.
    Mélissa
    Canada
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 125 reviews
    Great stay, this was the cleanest and most enjoyable hotel of our 3 week trip to Sri Lanka. The host was super helpful for any needs. It’s in a great location with awesome views, would recommend to anyone heading to Madiha or Matara.
    Sean
    Australia
  • From $33 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 171 reviews
    Great location, literally on the beach. Modern and clean rooms, friendly staff, nice breakfast, especially pancakes! Also I highly recommend to visit an Italian restaurant nearby, best pasta dishes!
    Ema
    Lithuania
  • From $19.68 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 54 reviews
    The room was very clean and comfortable, Summi and Mal are so nice and welcoming! they offered us a free ride to anywhere in Matara and gave us a lovely breakfast.
    Itai Soffer
    Israel
  • From $134.78 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 127 reviews
    The rooms were spacious with lovely balcony. Pool was very refreshing and the property is right on a beautiful beach. The staff was amazing!
    Alisja
    United Arab Emirates
  • From $25 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 103 reviews
    Nice room, it’s located close to the beach (go to Polhena beach, it’s wonderful! locals, chill, not many waves, you can see turtles).
    Sophie
    Germany
  • From $38 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 313 reviews
    right in front of the beach and parties happening right there which end at 11pm so you still sleep very comfortably.
    Maíra
    United States of America
  • From $11.50 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 45 reviews
    Great price-value accomodation. The staff was very friendly. Good location close to Polhena beach and restaurants.
    Laura
    Belgium
  • From $19.07 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 44 reviews
    The host was very welcoming. The location was good, right by the beach. There were quite many food options around.
    Zeynep
    Germany