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Surf Lodge Madiha

Matara

Set within 400 metres of Madiha Beach and 32 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Surf Lodge Madiha offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

N
North Fjord OÜ
From
Estonia
We were beyond happy that we got to stay in Madiha Surf Lodge. This place was beautiful and with such a friendly owners & staff! Our room was so beautiful and clean. The brakfast/seating area was so cosy and beautiful and the accommodation was located only few steps from the most amazing beach with breathtaking sunset spot(short private road to the beach). We are vegan & they met our needs and prepared us tastiest breakfast (It was even better than food from restourants haha) So couldn't be more happy! Thank you so much and we will for sure return! It was hard to leave :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Price from
US$102
1 night, 2 adults

Skyy Villa matara

Matara

Located 31 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Skyy Villa matara offers accommodation with a patio. It is set 400 metres from Polhena Beach and provides a 24-hour front desk.

a
anna
From
France
We had a fantastic stay at Skyy Villa Polhena The location was perfect for snorkeling and surfing with beautiful beaches just steps away. The breakfast was delicious offering fresh and tasty options every morning. Our room and the entire property were **spotlessly clean** and well-maintained. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful making us feel welcome throughout our stay. Highly recommend this place for anyone visiting Matara whether you're an adventure seeker or just looking for a relaxing getaway! We’d love to come back
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Price from
US$12.22
1 night, 2 adults

Leafy Madiha

Matara

Set just 200 metres from Madiha Beach, Leafy Madiha provides accommodation in Matara with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a shared kitchen.

T
Tommaso
From
Italy
The room and the house was amazing, quiet, tidy, well organised and relaxing. The guys who welcomed me where the kindest and since the beginning I taught that I would have loved to stay more at this place. Thank you so much for the stay and I hope to come back soon! I truly recommend Leafy Madiha structure to everyone ;)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$13.50
1 night, 2 adults

Madiha Venus

Matara

Boasting garden views, Madiha Venus offers accommodation with terrace, around 700 metres from Madiha Beach. With quiet street views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

J
Jakub
From
Slovakia
We were hesitant to come here because the accommodation had no reviews, but we took the risk and ended up being the very first guests of this exceptional place! The owner of the accommodation worked for 19 years in Dubai in construction and hospitality, and you can truly feel the attention to detail he brought from his experience into this space. A spacious room, a huge bathroom, beautiful terrazzo everywhere, and excellent service from the owner and his wife. They were constantly running around us as if we were a king and queen. Whatever we needed, they helped, arranged, and delivered it. Truly amazing service. When I return to this area, I won’t even think twice about where to stay. The choice is clear. I hope they manage to build the pool next year 😍 as the owner promised! This was one of the most beautiful accommodations we’ve ever stayed at during our travels. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$80
1 night, 2 adults

Shoreline Madiha

Matara

Set in Matara, within 600 metres of Madiha Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Shoreline Madiha offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

L
Levin
From
Germany
Amazing host, very kind and caring! The place was very cozy and clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Ruvee Nature Rest

Matara

Located within 700 metres of Mirissa Beach and 34 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium in Matara, Ruvee Nature Rest offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

M
Monika
From
Austria
The stay was the BEST we had so far in Sri Lanka! Dinu and her family do everything to make you feel at home, if you wish for something they will make sure to make it happen. The location is also really nice and calm, as it is located in the second row, but still very centered only 2 min walk to the main road and 5 min to the beach. From the terrace you have a nice view in the jungle-like garden, where you can even see monkeys play and listen to exotic birds in the morning. And the best yet to come, the rooms are brand new, super clean and equipped with everything you need: AC, nice bathroom, mini fridge, mosquito net, fast WIFI etc. If you stay here, also make sure to have breakfast, it was simply the best, we were completely full because everything was so delicious and a lot Sri Lankan dishes to try out. It is also possible to have professional massages directly at the accommodation as they also have a day spa center here, we didn't have it but a lot of day guests came by. Sorry for gushing, but we really enjoyed our stay as you can tell and we recommend to be quick because as soon as people will know about this new place, it will be booked out for a long time
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Coco Inn Polhena

Matara

Located in Matara, 400 metres from Madiha Beach and 31 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Coco Inn Polhena offers a garden and air conditioning.

R
Robin
From
Switzerland
Perfect 10/10 ❤️ Very clean and nice place 👍 Loved the location. Can only recommend to all travellers
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Banyan Scape Villa

Matara

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.

T
Tammy
From
United Kingdom
Extremely welcoming and helpful family. Lovely property with nice new fresh rooms. I was stuck with nowhere to stay due to a misunderstanding. They took me in late at night, I had no bags with me, they gave me PJ's which was honestly such a lovely lovely thing to do. The breakfast the next-day was gorgeous. Dhal, sambol, potato curry, hoppers, the lot!! 2 types of desert. Genuinely lovely people. AND THEIR DOG!!! omg, the cutest fluff Ball I've ever seen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$49
1 night, 2 adults

Sandbank Madiha deluxe bedroom with private bathroom

Matara

Located 2 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach, Sandbank Madiha deluxe bedroom with private bathroom offers a garden, a terrace and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

N
Niroshan
From
Sri Lanka
Great Location, Friendly and efficient staff, Clean and great food
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Sheru Guest

Matara

Situated in Matara and only 300 metres from Matara Beach, Sheru Guest features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

L
Luke
From
Canada
This loving family easily created the place I've stayed in my 1 year of traveling. If you're the type of traveler who appreciates major attention to detail, the warmest of welcomes (fresh glass of passion fruit juice from their garden !!), high-quality facilities, and mind-blowing dollar value, then you found your home away from home. Honestly, I wish I had a home back home as nice as this home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Avg. price/night: US$24.15
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 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