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Savenrose Beach Villa, hotel in Matara

Set in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Savenrose Beach Villa offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
122 reviews
Price from£30.48per night
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.

9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
118 reviews
Price from£101.36per night
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 terrace and a restaurant.

9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
144 reviews
Price from£43.33per 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.

7.0
Scored 7.0
Good
Rated good
66 reviews
Price from£7.92per night
Top Secret Beach Hotel, hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, within a few steps of Lakshawaththa Beach and 1.3 km of Matara Beach, Top Secret Beach Hotel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
122 reviews
Price from£43.54per night
Nil Diya Beach Resort, hotel in Matara

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

7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
79 reviews
Price from£50.50per night
LakRaj Heritage, hotel in Matara

Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a sun terrace, LakRaj Heritage offers pet-friendly accommodation in Matara, 6 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple. Free private parking is available on site.

8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
169 reviews
Price from£55.73per night
Culture Resort, hotel in Matara

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

9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
87 reviews
Price from£59.37per night
Malee Villa (Beach Inns Holiday Resort), hotel in Matara

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

8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
93 reviews
Price from£47.02per night
Onaro Beach View, hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, Onaro Beach View offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Matara Beach and provides various facilities, such as a garden and a private beach area.

7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
24 reviews
Price from£41.80per night
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Matara's best hotels with breakfast

  • Himawari Beach Villa
    Breakfast options

    Set in Matara, within a few steps of Polhena Beach and 500 metres of Madiha Beach, Himawari Beach Villa provides accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

    mycket trevlig värd som var väldigt hjälpsam. prisvärt boende.

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 21 reviews
  • LEON PARADISE SURF BEACH
    Breakfast options

    Set in Matara, a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, LEON PARADISE SURF BEACH offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review
  • Nihal Bay View
    Breakfast options

    Set in Matara, a few steps from Dammala Beach, Nihal Bay View offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1 review
  • Moana La Vie - Polhena
    Breakfast options

    Situated in Matara, 400 metres from Madiha Beach, Moana La Vie - Polhena features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

    La habitación, la cama, el aire acondicionado y el silencio

    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews
  • Vanina Villas
    Breakfast options

    Set 2.8 km 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!

    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 18 reviews
  • Shima Guni Beach Club Hotel
    Breakfast options

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

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

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews
  • Hotel Nawathana
    Breakfast options

    Hotel Nawathana offers air-conditioned rooms, each with a private terrace and wooden bench. Located in historical Fort Matara, the property features an outdoor swimming pool and restaurant.

    The hotel's cleanthiness and it's location.

    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 60 reviews

Budget hotels in Matara

  • LakRaj Heritage
    Cheap hotel

    Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a sun terrace, LakRaj Heritage offers pet-friendly accommodation in Matara, 6 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple. Free private parking is available on site.

    the Beach Next to the property was very beautiful and quiet

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 169 reviews
  • Malee Villa (Beach Inns Holiday Resort)
    Cheap hotel

    Situated in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Malee Villa (Beach Inns Holiday Resort) features accommodation 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.

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 93 reviews
  • Shades Hotel & Villa
    Cheap hotel

    Situated in Matara, 1.9 km from Lakshawaththa Beach, Shades Hotel & Villa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Chandiv Hotel
    Cheap hotel

    Set in Matara, 600 metres from Kamburugamuwa Beach, Chandiv Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • White House Holiday Resort
    Cheap hotel

    Located in Matara, 1.2 km from Polhena Beach, White House Holiday Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 4 reviews
  • Nil Diya Beach Resort
    Cheap hotel

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

    place was really clean and well maintained by the staff.

    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 79 reviews
  • Reef Garden Hotel
    Cheap hotel

    Overlooking Polhena Beach in Sri Lanka, this hotel features a garden, an outdoor pool and complimentary parking. Its rooms come with a balcony.

    tres bien situé face a la plage, personnel accueillant. La piscine est agreable.

    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 17 reviews
  • Savenrose Beach Villa
    Cheap hotel

    Set in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Savenrose Beach Villa offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Very nice and helpful host, we had an amazing stay

    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 122 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Matara

  • Gaga Addara Hotel
    Central location

    Located in Matara, 1.3 km from Matara Beach, Gaga Addara Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

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

    Located in Matara, within 500 metres of Madiha Beach and 1.7 km of Polhena Beach, Coconut Villa Madiha provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review
  • Cozy Resort
    Central location

    Situated in Matara, 600 metres from Midigama Beach, Cozy Resort features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service.

    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review
  • The Duchess Hotel
    Central location

    Set in Matara, 1.2 km from Lakshawaththa Beach, The Duchess Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews
  • Sabine Holiday Resort and Restaurant
    Central location

    Situated in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Sabine Holiday Resort and Restaurant features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Très bonne situation , personnel très sympathique , propre .

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 10 reviews
  • Fort Sea View Hotel
    Central location

    Situated in Matara, 300 metres from Matara Beach, Fort Sea View Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 52 reviews
  • matara rest house hotel
    Central location

    Matara rest house hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Matara.

    Friendly Customer Service & Beautiful Location

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 10 reviews
  • Beach Paradise
    Central location

    Located in Polhena beach, Beach Paradise features a restaurant and offers a free Wi-Fi. Free private parking is available on site.

    Staff very friendly and generous Food is good Location is perfect

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 29 reviews

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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
  • 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

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Matara

  • From £11.87 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
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 122 reviews
    This spacious hotel is across a quiet road from a rocky shoreline with small beaches interspersed. It's a lively area filled with guesthouses and restaurants but feels relaxed. Our room was very big and well equipped with a comfortable bed, balcony and warm shower. It was cleaned during our 3 night stay. Beach towels and a snorkel and mask were borrowed free. The staff were welcoming and friendly. Our host was happy to share his knowledge of getting around Sri Lanka and was keen to meet our needs.
    Claire
    Guernsey
  • From £7.92 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 65 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 £33.09 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 63 reviews
    The room is exactly as pictured but also has a kettle and some glasses. It’s a very basic stay but you really don’t need more because you’ll spend all your time at the beach- it really is just a few steps away and you can hear the waves at night! The owners were very hospitable and kind enough to help us with our laundry. The room was clean, ac worked like a dream, and we always had hot water. They have a lovely garden where you can sit outside with your coffee (or beer)!
    Kate
    United States
  • From £41.80 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews
    A gem on a beautiful surfer beach. Good WiFi, zoom-enabled, great rooms and fantastic modern architecture. A hotel with the standard in the price range is something very special compare to the quality price is very cheap. Clean and very nice service. Staff was super great. it has a very family atmosphere. We had a very nice modern kitchen in our room.beautiful balcony with sea view.beach is clean, relatively empty and swimming and surfing is possible
    Paul
    Belgium
  • From £15.83 per night
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 22 reviews
    2 nights stay room have common balcony which give on to the beach view. beach is not touristic and more of a fisherman village area but it’s so authentic! breakfast is the best we had in Sri Lanka! wifi worked very well. location is great too about 10min walk to lighthouse and from city center / temple. relaxing retreat guaranteed. didn’t have much issues with insects in the room surprisingly
    Victor
    France
  • 6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 10 reviews
    First of all they had given very wrong 😭 directions to arrival day,,, even our Car can't enter 😭 the road how visit that I'm very sad 😭 as a 25years first class hotel experience end up with very sad Way,,,, dear booking.com please don't recommended this kind of hotels to company because your name is going to muddy yes yes,,,, thank you for replying up now regards from Rohan Nanayakkara
    Rohan
    Sri Lanka
  • From £44.82 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 144 reviews
    This place was just perfect! The best we had in Sri Lanka. Nice clean rooms with big comfortable beds and beautiful view, great breakfast, functioning WiFi. The villa is at a beach which is perfect for surfing as well as swimming in the sea. Our host made our stay even better with his kindness and he arranged everything we needed. Thank you very much!
    Tereza
    Czech Republic
  • From £23.95 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4 reviews
    It was nice and clean. It's kind of between Hiriketiya Beach and Dickwella Beach, but it's on a hill, so just be prepared to be a little sweaty. 😉 The staff was very nice and there were almost no mosquitos in my room. The bed was comfy and there were plenty of plugs and light sources. Also a nice little patio to relax on outside.
    AngelaR12
    South Korea
  • From £67.29 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 87 reviews
    Buildings and interiors are very beautifully designed. The manager is very nice. The breakfast is fantastic and the cleaning of the rooms is spotless. After a minute's walk, you are at Polhena beach, where you can see many turtles when you snorkel in the clear calm water. Hotellets pool är ren och svalkande.
    Pia
    Sweden
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 103 reviews
    The owners were very friendly, and very helpful. The rooms were comfortable and the surroundings peaceful. It's perfect having the pool in the middle. Lots of choices for places to eat, and the beach nearby. I cannot complain about anything. My stay was perfect. Thank you!
    Sloan
    Australia
  • From £33.09 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 63 reviews
    This was one of my favourite stays in Sri Lanka. When we entered there was a great smell of freshly cleaned. For me it had one of the best showers here with great water pressure. The location was amazing right at the beach and the host couple was extremely nice.
    Bettina
    Switzerland
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 39 reviews
    Location, customer service & breakfast were outstanding. Rooms need bit more improvement (bedsheets & shampoo). The one who received us & served breakfast was knowing hospitality, overall recommended. If we visit Matara we will definitely stay here
    Shifaam
    Sri Lanka
  • From £41.80 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews
    The room was very comfortable and we were just beside the beach! We have met a lovely family who owns the place, they were very kind and helpful! They even have a professional instructor for surfing 🏄‍♂️ Also the food there was delicious.
    Moatasem
    Jordan
  • From £43.54 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 122 reviews
    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
    Olivia
    Sri Lanka
  • From £47.02 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 93 reviews
    The Sri Lanka Family owned Hotel is fantastic! clean & confortable rooms, great pool and a delicious Restaurant with a wonderful seasite terasse. the staff is very friendly and reception so helpful.
    Verena
    Germany
  • From £104.49 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 26 reviews
    Some team members of the hotel which tried to do their best despite a lack of tools, budget and support from the owner of the hotel who is totally far to know how to satisfy a customer
    A
    Anonymous
    France
  • From £38 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 299 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
  • From £18.02 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 59 reviews
    New hotel with comfortable bed and nice shower! Beach right at your doorstep!
    Martin
    Canada
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8 reviews
    The quiet and that was beach front
    Walkony
    United Arab Emirates