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Bienvenido Cozy Madiha

Hotel in Matara

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.

B
Barbora
From
Czech Republic
Everything. Kind And helpfull owners, especialy Ms. Anusha. Everything is very clean, room, bathroom, pool, dining place. Big rooms, good AC, nice balcony, big bathroom with hot water. We loved the pool, delicious breakfast SL or continental (4 choices). Great masage, highly recomended. I had 2 different types. Both amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Price from
US$25
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.

G
Gintaras
From
Lithuania
I spent three wonderful nights here and decided to extend my stay by two more nights because this place is simply perfect. The family who owns the property is extremely friendly and always willing to assist with anything you need. The location is ideal, as it is right on the beach, which is probably the best one I visited during my month in Sri Lanka. The atmosphere is calm and relaxing, and everyone around is friendly, making my stay even better. I hope to return in the future because it was a truly wonderful experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 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.

J
Joyce Tharanga
From
Netherlands
We had a great stay at the Ocean breeze hotel! everything was very authentic, clean and the staff is very friendly. It’s possible to have breakfast and dine here and everything is freshly made by the Amma of the house and tastes wonderful. They were very kind to our little daughter and the owner gave us a lift to our next destination. We can only recommend this place :-)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$52.65
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.

J
Jessica
From
Sweden
A very nice small and personal hotel right by the sea. The rooms were modern, clean and had a nice balcony facing the ocean. Even the beds were comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
US$85.50
1 night, 2 adults

Royal Villa Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 200 metres from Polhena Beach, Royal Villa Polhena features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

T
Telisha
From
Austria
The villa was great value for money. We could walk to the beach anytime, and both Madiha Beach and Polhena Beach were just a short walk away. The beaches are very beautiful and relaxing.we snorkeled with turtles, swim safely, enjoy surfing, and watch beautiful sunsets. We really enjoyed our stay.Thank you so much
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Crystal Wave Holiday Resort Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, 500 metres from Polhena Beach, Crystal Wave Holiday Resort Polhena provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Z
Zīvārts
From
Latvia
Nice, Europian style breakfast. Wonderfull balcony at the rooftop - they will give You breakfast there, big parking. Near to beach (5 min walking). Friendly personal. Rooms are clean and comfortable. AC.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$30
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.

V
Vinisha
From
United Kingdom
Amazing room, comfortable bed, staff were absolutely brilliant!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
US$180
1 night, 2 adults

Gypsea' Madiha

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 300 metres from Madiha Beach, Gypsea' Madiha features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

L
Lisa marie
From
Ireland
I had a wonderful time at Gypsea’. The staff were lovely and the breakfast was so good, perfect way to start the day. The location was close to the beach and walking distance to many other cafes and restaurants. It was the perfect place to relax for a week. I will definitely be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Morning Star Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 1.2 km from Polhena Beach, Morning Star Polhena features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

G
Geogery
From
United Kingdom
Everything was new, clean, absolutely perfect. Owners very nice. Best accommodation in 24 days in Sri Lanka. I highly recommend to everyone
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults

New Ocean Breeze Madiha

Hotel in Matara

Set in Matara, within 400 metres of Madiha Beach and 32 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, New Ocean Breeze Madiha offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

E
Evgenii
From
Ukraine
Super location in the jungles and close to the beach. New big clean room and really big bathroom. Friendly staff and welcoming coconuts! We enjoyed our stay. Thank you so much 🙏🏻
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Price from
US$55
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
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
From US$84.36 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
From US$22.99 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
From US$82.50 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
From US$72 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews
From US$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
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
From US$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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Best hotels with breakfast in Matara and nearby

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

Located in Matara, 400 metres from Matara Beach, Rest House Matara provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$60.50 per night

Providing a garden, Martin Villa provides accommodation 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 US$24.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 6 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

Situated in Matara, 500 metres from Matara Beach and 26 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Nature Villa Guest House features accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden with a terrace.

From US$36.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Boasting garden views, Ocean Beach House provides accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 29 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

Set in Matara, 30 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole and 44 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, alBum by sEa World offers a garden and air conditioning.

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

Located in Matara, 800 metres from Lakshawaththa Beach, Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$42.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated within 2.5 km of Lakshawaththa Beach and 24 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, The Silent Gate provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ipitagoda.

From US$36.30 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Matara

Surf Dine

Hotel in Matara
Central location

Located in Matara, within 1 km of Matara Beach and 26 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Surf Dine features a bar. Featuring a restaurant, this 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From US$14.52 per night

Located in Matara, 1 km from Matara Beach and 26 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Dream Paradise Hotel 2 offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From US$18.15 per night

My car

Hotel in Matara
Central location

Situated in Matara with Matara Beach and Matara Fort nearby, My car features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$121 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Offering free bikes and river view, Nilwala River Corner Villa is located in Matara, 1.1 km from Matara Beach and 28 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$26.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

Offering a garden and sea view, Himana Beach Rest is located in Matara, a few steps from Matara Beach and 27 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$23.76 per night

Located 200 metres from Matara Beach, Dutch Fort Heritage Villa - Matara offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden and a shared lounge.

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

Situated in Matara, 300 metres from Matara Beach and 26 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Dutch pearl Cottage offers a garden and air conditioning.

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

200 metres from Matara Beach, Southern Sea Breeze is a recently renovated property situated in Matara and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

From US$30.25 per night

Budget hotels in Matara and nearby

Located in Matara with Matara Beach and Matara Railway Station nearby, White House Group - Luxury Apartments, Matara City provides accommodation with free private parking.

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

Located within 100 metres of Matara Beach and 26 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Banyan Scape Villa provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

From US$84.70 per night

Boasting accommodation with a balcony, Villa 307 8 room 22 guest appartment is situated in Matara. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$83.31 per night

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

Set just 29 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Villa Nilwala provides accommodation in Matara with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

From US$48.40 per night

Set in Matara, 28 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole and 41 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Amity Villa offers air conditioning.

From US$121 per night

Situated in Matara, 1.4 km from Matara Beach and 27 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Ideal Residence offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$71.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Set 600 metres from Matara Beach, Pleasure Villa offers accommodation with a patio, as well as an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

From US$125.24 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 US$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
Fabulous - 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 US$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
Superb - 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 US$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