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Surf Lodge Madiha

Matara

Surf Lodge Madiha provides beachfront accommodations in Matara. This recently renovated guest house is located a 5-minute walk from Madiha Beach and 20 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

J
Julia
From
Germany
The Surf Lodge is beautifully decorated with a lot of love and taste. It offers amazing breakfast and a direct access to the beach. It is managed by the super kind Che who was always very attentive to help us organize a few things around the area. What we particularly loved about the hotel (apart from the amazing spacious rooms and the delicious (vegetarian) food) was that it is Che’s family home and has such a friendly and calming vibe :) it’s only a short walk to local restaurants and bars and Madiha’s main beach is also only a few minutes away. Thanks for having us :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$44
1 night, 2 adults

La Polena

Hotel in Matara

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

S
Sofia Eleonora
From
Italy
La Polena is a special place. A quiet accommodation where to enjoy the beautiful ocean, through the beach lying directly in front of their garden. Our room was very spacious and the view was just amazing. The staff is extremely helpful and kind. You will enjoy every minute of it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$25.50
1 night, 2 adults

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 private beach area and a terrace.

M
Melissa
From
Canada
Great staff amazing breakfast and beautiful room with great working air con- newly renovated and great hot water pressure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$40.50
1 night, 2 adults

Light house beach home

Matara

Light house beach home in Matara provides accommodations with a garden, a terrace, and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking.

G
Gabriel
From
Austria
Beautiful location near the beach, awesome people, very good atmosphere. Too bad I couldn't stay longer. I will come back and stay one week next time. There's also this juice bar right next to the homestay. It's lovely! You cannot find a better place in the area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$15
1 night, 2 adults

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.

P
Pavel
From
Czech Republic
We got lucky. We were the only guests here and had the whole hotel for ourselves:) It is build by Dutch/Sri Lankan couple and you can really see it in attention to architectural details. You see that they built this place so it would bring joy to them and all the guests.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$117.80
1 night, 2 adults

Deep Blue

Matara

Deep Blue is a private villa offering rooms with boutique style décor in Matara, 1640 feet from Polhena beach. It has a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool.

A
Angie
From
United Arab Emirates
It is so peaceful and beautiful there! The outdoor swinging bed is heaven! The grounds are lovely and the pool is a perfect place to relax. When the tide is out, there's also a small beach. They offered to prepare fish for us on our first night- it was delicious!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$37.95
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Ferola

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Hotel Ferola has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

j
jeanpaul hoareau
From
Seychelles
Everything was perfect, the staff, the ambiance, the food was excellent and the service was top. Comfy bed clean room. The pool was great. Would definitely recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$125
1 night, 2 adults

Morning Star Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a 14-minute walk from Polhena Beach, Morning Star Polhena has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$58.50
1 night, 2 adults

Shady Homestay

Matara

Shady Homestay is located in Matara, just 11 miles from Weherahena Buddhist Temple and 24 miles from Kushtarajagala.

s
silvines
From
Sri Lanka
My wife and I recently spent two days and one night at this charming property, and it turned out to be the perfect spot for a peaceful and relaxing getaway. The location is truly unbeatable—nestled between the beautiful Hiriketiya and Pehembiya beaches, it offers easy access to both, making it a fantastic base for beach lovers. The accommodation itself exceeded our expectations. The room was spacious, well-maintained, and had a warm, inviting atmosphere. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a good night's sleep after a day of exploring. We also appreciated the thoughtful amenities provided, which added to our comfort. What really made our stay memorable was the exceptional hospitality of the caretaker. From the moment we arrived, he made us feel right at home with his friendly demeanour and genuine care for our needs. He was always available to assist us and even provided helpful tips about the local area. Overall, I highly recommend this place. It's a hidden gem for anyone looking to unwind in a serene setting while being close to some of the best beaches in the area. We’re already looking forward to our next visit. Thank you for the wonderful experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Location 10.0
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults

Green Grove

Matara

Green Grove enjoys a location in Matara, 28 miles from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 29 miles from Galle Fort.

K
Kalyan
From
India
This is a lovely place to stay in Matara. Very close to the local Midiha beach and one km from the Polhena beach. Both beaches are good. The room is basic but very comfortable and clean and bathroom was also very clean. The family that runs the place is a very nice, warm-hearted, hardworking family. They also serve good breakfast (not included in the tariff). They arranged for our transportation while we were there and a car to take us to our next destination - all at competent prices. It is very close to some really great restaurants by the ocean. They have another guest house just opposite to theirs which has a swimming pool that we could use! We will definitely recommend to the place to everyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Location 9.9
Price from
$20
1 night, 2 adults
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There’s nothing like waking up to the sound of crashing waves and the sea air floating into your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodations come in a variety of forms, from all-inclusive resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea, and outdoor pools with attached bars.

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

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  • Avg. price/night: $45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 146 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: $134.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - 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: $45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 146 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: $134.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - 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
  • Avg. price/night: $30.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 267 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