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Matara – 402 hotels and places to stay

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Bienvenido Cozy Madiha

Hotel in Matara

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

I
Ieva
From
Latvia
Great location, nice pool and super helpful, friendly and welcoming staff, that will do everything to make your stay super comfortable. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Price from
$25
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.

C
Crystal
From
United States
Private beach access steps away! It's so quiet and peaceful. Breakfast was so filling, staff kept bringing out more dishes. It rained the day I was to check out and I decided to stay another night. It was the best decision of my trip!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
Price from
$33
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.

B
Bartini
From
United States
Excellent staff, excellent location, excellent food. I really enjoyed my eight day stay - felt very at home. Janaka and his staff are pros and I would definitely return. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
$52.65
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.

s
sheila
From
United States
make it much shorter Wow! 5 stars well-deserved. Perfect rooms, delicious food, and top-notch service. Unbeatable location with an amazing surf spot nearby. Staff went above and beyond. Luxurious yet comfortable. Can't wait to return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Price from
$85.50
1 night, 2 adults

Royal Villa Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a 2-minute walk from Polhena Beach, Royal Villa Polhena has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

C
Chaim
From
Israel
Clean, quiet, very close to beach, very helpful host. Walking distance from highway and bus stop. Good Sri Lankin breakfast and good value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$25
1 night, 2 adults

Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a 9-minute walk from Lakshawaththa Beach, Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$20
1 night, 2 adults

Crystal Wave Holiday Resort Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a 6-minute walk from Polhena Beach, Crystal Wave Holiday Resort Polhena provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

N
Nimsara
From
Sri Lanka
ThisThe hotel staff is good. The rooms are very clean. Received a friendly reception.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
$30
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 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
$180
1 night, 2 adults

Gypsea' Madiha

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, a 3-minute walk from Madiha Beach, Gypsea' Madiha has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

G
Greta
From
Cyprus
Fresh accommodation. Beautiful , comfortable to stay in. Just bathroom can do something about the smell, but it’s kind of common in Sri Lanka. There are dogs in territory, yes. But there was no dogs barking in the night at all. Very nice garden. And also we had good fresh made breakfast. Cool
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
Price from
$35
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 shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$135
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Matara

Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
From $68.54 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
From $22.99 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
From $82.50 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
From $72 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews
From $100 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
From $20 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

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Budget hotels in Matara and nearby

My car offers accommodations in Matara, a few steps from Matara Beach and 17 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From $121 per night

White House Group - Luxury Apartments, Matara City is located in Matara, just a 19-minute walk from Matara Beach and 16 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From $102.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Just a few steps from Matara Beach and a 17-minute walk from Matara Fort, Banyan Scape Villa features accommodations in Matara, with a garden. With sea views, this accommodation features a terrace.

From $84.70 per night

Featuring a garden, Villa 307 8 room 22 guest appartment provides accommodations in Matara. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $83.31 per night

Just a 2-minute walk from Matara Beach and one mile from Matara Fort, RED ROSE HOLIDAY HOUSE features accommodations in Matara with a garden, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge.

From $81.01 per night

Offering garden views, Villa Nilwala in Matara features accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This villa offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

From $48.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Offering free Wifi, parking on-site, and a garden, the recently renovated property Rosemary Villa - Matara offers accommodations in Matara, a 5-minute walk from Matara Beach and 16 miles from...

From $107.69 per night

Amity Villa is located in Matara, just 25 miles from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 25 miles from Galle Fort. The air-conditioned accommodation is 17 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From $121 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Matara and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Matara, a 4-minute walk from Matara Beach, Rest House Matara provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $60.50 per night

Providing a garden, Martin Villa provides accommodations in Matara. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Towels and bed linen are provided in the bed and breakfast.

From $24.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Located in Matara, a 8-minute walk from Matara Beach, Grand Navro Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From $40 per night

Located in Matara, a 5-minute walk from Matara Beach and 16 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Nature Villa Guest House has accommodations with air conditioning and access to a garden with a terrace.

From $36.30 per night

This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Towels and bed linen are featured in the homestay. The accommodation is non-smoking.

From $18.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Ocean Beach House offers accommodations in Matara, a 6-minute walk from Matara Beach and 18 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Offering a garden, alBum by sEa World features accommodations in Matara.

From $59.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Featuring garden views, The Silent Gate in Ipitagoda provides accommodations and a garden. There's a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay.

From $36.30 per night

Hotels located in the center of Matara

Surf Dine

Hotel in Matara
Central location

Featuring a bar, Surf Dine offers rooms in Matara, a 12-minute walk from Matara Beach and 16 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From $14.52 per night

Dream Paradise Hotel 2 offers accommodations in Matara, a 12-minute walk from Matara Beach and 16 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From $18.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Offering free bikes and a garden, Nilwala River Corner Villa in Matara is close to Matara Beach and Matara Fort. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $26.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Just a few steps from Matara Beach and a 6-minute walk from Matara Fort, Himana Beach Rest features accommodations in Matara with a garden.

From $23.76 per night

Offering a garden and a shared lounge, Dutch Fort Heritage Villa - Matara in Matara is close to Matara Beach and Matara Fort. Guests staying at this bed and breakfast have access to a terrace.

From $30.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring a garden, Dutch pearl Cottage provides accommodations in Matara. The air-conditioned accommodation is a 3-minute walk from Matara Beach.

From $38.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Southern Sea Breeze is a recently renovated guest house in Matara where guests can make the most of its garden and shared lounge.

From $30.25 per night

Featuring a garden, chula, s Home Stay offers accommodations in Matara. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $13.31 per night

FAQs about hotels in Matara

What Guests Said About Matara:

10

Matara isn't a big town so it is relatively quick to get...

Matara isn't a big town so it is relatively quick to get from A to B. The beach is beautiful. But there aren't that many restaurants in in the town. The Matara Rest House near the fort had good food and drinks and is one of the most worth it dining options nearby. Lemon is also a good option. There are restaurants closer to the touristy spots but those are on the pricier side. snorkeling with turtles is popular in Matara.
Guest review by
Sarah
Sri Lanka
8.0

Matara, was a good place for me.I stayed at La Polena,for...

Matara, was a good place for me.I stayed at La Polena,for 12 nights.The breakfast was excellent and the lady that made it changed the sheets and cleaned my room twice.I do think that they could give visitors a bottle of water daily.Also a jug to make a cup of tea in each room.Very little money is spend on maintaining the place.Also a sign with numbers for hiring Tuk-Tuk drivers would help.The manager is nice ,but a little slow in offering advice. Island rsetuarant past the Doctors had teh best food.I also needed more veg.So bought carrots,tomatoes and cucumber for myself.Also egg,roll in town. Restaurants at the beach are a rip off.10% added for tax.This is nonsense.Tuk driver from the Railway station to hotel.600 rup The one Hotel to Trainstation 800 the train from Matara.4 -5 hours 600rph.?
Guest review by
Malcolm
New Zealand
10

Matara is a beautiful coastal town in southern Sri Lanka,...

Matara is a beautiful coastal town in southern Sri Lanka, full of charm and local culture. The beaches are clean and peaceful—perfect for swimming, surfing, or just relaxing. I enjoyed exploring the historic Matara Fort and visiting nearby places like Polhena Beach and Parey Dewa Temple. The local food is delicious, and the people are warm and welcoming. It's a great place to experience authentic southern Sri Lankan life with a mix of nature, history, and the sea.
Guest review by
Suneth Liyange
Sri Lanka
8.0

Polhena

Polhena If you are looking for a tourist only beach, this isn't it. Mostly locals and that's why it was so lovely. Very small beach with no waves. A dead reef but some fish and turtles. Local people there were really kind. Which is what made this place special. The area itself was a bit of a tourist trap but the beach was actually was a small and cute meeting point.
Guest review by
onomato
10

Matare is part of a chain of cities along the southernmost...

Matare is part of a chain of cities along the southernmost coast of Sri Lanka. It has beaches for expert surfers as well as beginners and those who just want to be by the beach. The beaches along the coast are all sparkling translucent and enticing. Find hotels along the shore because the traffic on the roads is dense and sometimes unpleasant to westerners the beaches and the kindness of the population more than make up for it.
Guest review by
victor
Lithuania
8.0

Nice place, but you have to make an effort to explore, which...

Nice place, but you have to make an effort to explore, which is nice. Not the commercial fully packaged commercial tourist deal. Good quirky options. Has quite a lot of Sri Lanka's history, forts, but courts, and old paved streets, as I said, a great if you make a little effort to explore. The Duchman's Street is a great beachside restaurant!
Guest review by
Emil
Sri Lanka

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From $121 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
A fantastic place to stay in the heart of Madiha! The hotel is new, and the rooms are fresh and beautifully designed. It’s run by a wonderful family who are incredibly hospitable and make you feel right at home. The location is perfect—close to the beach with great surf, yet in a peaceful area. Madiha itself is a charming and relaxed surf town. Highly recommended!
Guest review by
Charlotta
Sweden
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
Beachfront hotel with two small private beaches with sunbeds. Beautiful garden with palm trees where they serve breakfast. In the back yard there is a nice pool area with good size pool. From Polhena beach it is 10 minutes walk distance. Very polite and useful staff. Good breakfast.
Guest review by
Milan
Serbia
From $98.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
The hotel has a beautiful view of the beach, the staff were super nice and helpful. The rooms were clean and comfortable and the food was great. Overall ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT PLACE FOR A HOLIDAY!
Guest review by
Fatimatuz Zahrah
Sri Lanka
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Very close to polhena Beach, only 50 mitre clean and tiny comfortable room friendly staff specially need to thank property owner he is very helpful guy
Guest review by
Don thilina
Sri Lanka
From $30.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews
Location,close to the polhena beach, party places too. Good place to stay, enjoyed it very much.
Guest review by
Dissanayake
Sri Lanka
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