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Featuring sea views, Seadina Coral Home in Matara provides accommodations and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

This place is like a home. The best place we have stayed in Sri lanka. Everything was super clean and neat. The owner is incredibly nice and will spoil you with tea and coffee. He made welcome drinks and sweets for us🤩. I suggest you to order breakfast from him, it’s very authentic, with a lot of variety and very delicious. The location also is very convenient, right next to the sea but also not very noisy place. We loved it. I will miss this place definitely and his home made aloe vera drink, already missing it. Highly recommend to stay at Sea Dina Coral home, you wont regret it.
Review score
9.7
Exceptional
217 reviews
Price from
$29
1 night, 2 adults

Seasons Four Mini Jungle Cabana in Matara provides adults-only accommodations with a private beach area, an open-air bath, and massage services.

Buddhika provided a comfortable private space to chill for me when it was raining for 3 days. He was very helpful with my travel arrangements and attentive to my needs. The breakfast was superb and so was the WIFI. The beach was very close and buses to town were inexpensive and frequent.
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
31 reviews
Price from
$25.60
1 night, 2 adults

Kiralawella Beach Inn offers accommodations in Matara, a few steps from Devinuwara Beach and a 13-minute walk from Wawwa Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free Wifi.

Cheap comfortable spacious lodging in a simple fishing village overlooking the sea. Lovely quiet non touristy location. We were looked after beautifully by lovely Sam (beautiful soul!) who served us big breakfasts on the terrace. We were happy with the cold shower as the weather is very warm.
Review score
9.7
Exceptional
42 reviews
Price from
$20
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Polhena enjoys a location in Matara, a 7-minute walk from Madiha Beach and 1.3 miles from Matara Beach. The air-conditioned accommodations are a 7-minute walk from Polhena Beach.

Review score
9.4
Wonderful
13 reviews
Price from
$30
1 night, 2 adults

Skyy Villa Polhena offers accommodations in Matara, a 4-minute walk from Polhena Beach and 19 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a terrace.

Skyy Villa Polhena offers cozy and clean rooms with a welcoming atmosphere. The staff is friendly and attentive, making the stay even more enjoyable. Guests can enjoy activities like surfing, snorkeling, and turtle watching, adding to the experience. The delicious breakfast is a perfect start to the day. Highly recommended!
Review score
10.0
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$14.40
1 night, 2 adults

The Fort House - Matara provides rooms in Matara near Matara Beach and Matara Fort. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

The owner was so helpful. The facilities are immaculate and the whole house has been recently painted - very nicely done. It is very good value for money. The beds are very comfortable.
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
10 reviews
Price from
$13
1 night, 2 adults

Leafy Madiha in Matara provides accommodations with a garden and a terrace. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

Review score
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
$19.80
1 night, 2 adults

Just a 8-minute walk from Madiha Beach and 1.1 miles from Kamburugamuwa Beach, Madiha Venus features accommodations in Matara, with a garden.

The interior is new and high class. It looks modern with a touch of old money. The walls are very high which makes the room even more luxurious. The bed is very comfortable. The bathroom has a really spacious and modern shower as well as a big mirror and sink. Also, the cleanliness is great and we felt safe at all times. If you are into sports, there is a great sports area on the top floor with pilates mats. Also, there is a beautiful dinner and breakfast area on the top floor. Regarding service, the owner family is doing everything themselves. The service was outstanding. We felt like celebrities regarding private dinners which were very delicious and cooked for us only, regarding all our wishes. The dinners were booked on top but quite inexpensive and a true highlight for us. We also got morning juices and were allowed to the room quite some time before check in. All our wishes were fulfilled at all times. The owners are genuinely nice people. We really miss them after our stay. We are looking forward to come back!
Review score
10.0
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
$70
1 night, 2 adults

Shoreline Madiha enjoys a location in Matara, 1.4 miles from Kamburugamuwa Beach and 19 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

Review score
9.4
Wonderful
8 reviews
Price from
$12
1 night, 2 adults

A 6-minute walk from Mirissa Beach in Matara, Ruvee Nature Rest offers accommodations with access to spa facilities and wellness packages.

The property is new and the hosts are so so nice! Everything is very very clean and new. Nothing to complain about! I highly recommend the property! We've been in Sri Lanka for 2 weeks and this is the first good property!
Review score
9.9
Exceptional
16 reviews
Price from
$24
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Avg. price/night: $24.15
    Review score
    7.9
    Good · 59 reviews
    Sayuri Beach Hotel is a terrific option for travelers looking for an affordable beach stay at Polhena, Matara because it offers a great blend of comfort, affordability, great locations, and exceptional service. The host was amiable and made sure his visitors had a good time.
    Guest review by
    Siriwardhane
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $13.07
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 41 reviews
    Breakfast was really really good. The owners of the guesthouse does everything to satisfy their guests. It is a real good alternative to the expensive hostels in the district. I'll come again!
    Guest review by
    Bénédicte
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $13.07
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 41 reviews
    Such a lovely homestay in Madhia, great location not far from the beach! The friendliest host and the best home cooked breakfast!
    Guest review by
    Poppy
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $15.40
    Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 17 reviews
    Was very nice. Especially usage of kittchen 🤩, quiet beach and local restaurant nearby. Very great to enjoy balcony. Cooking pan a bit inconvient as the handle wobbles. Pls put a simple board with name of accomodation, sothat it is easier to find. Very Friendly hosts and bike, bicycle rental guys for very good prices. God bless you all !
    Guest review by
    Don
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 134 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.
    Guest review by
    Claire
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $20.90
    Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 37 reviews
    We had a surprising very good stay with Dayana and Neil and their children, the hosts of the guest house. Very quiet area for a good sleep, the jungle sounds wake you up in the morning. Nice beds with mosquito nets, a own kitchen to use if you want to, and otherwise some local and also fancy places around to find food and drinks. Would come definitely back to the house. Thank you
    Guest review by
    Marcel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $33
    Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 22 reviews
    Great hosts who will ensure your time in Sri Lanka is enjoyable. This was our second time at Amazing Villa, and can't wait to come back again. Madiha village is every bit a quiet coastal village as you can imagine. Great waves and beautiful beaches. Ruwan and his family truly treated us to a wonderful time. Highly recommend the breakfast spread at this property. The quality of produce they get is top draw.
    Guest review by
    Srivathsan Srinivasan
    Young couple
  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 22 reviews
    Everything! The hosts are wonderful and the gardens, pool and rooms are beautiful. the beach is lovely and quiet and great for surfing and Axel, the surf instructor, was really helpful. There’s also a lovely boutique and the restaurant food is delicious. Sad we couldn’t stay for longer!
    Guest review by
    Alison
    Young couple