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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.

K
Kiefer
From
Switzerland
Perfect location for surfing on the reef right in front of the house. Several restaurants in walking distance. Shops right on the main road. Spacious garden and common area. Many plants and lovely details, beautiful choices of furniture. The host and working team is very helpful and friendly. They give their best to reduce plastic waste, refill water is available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$102
1 night, 2 adults
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Light house beach home

Matara

Situated in Matara, within 1.1 km of Devinuwara Beach and 23 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Light house beach home features accommodation with a private beach area and free WiFi as well as free private...

N
Nikolaj
From
Slovenia
Fantastic time on superb location with most kind host family. It is situated just at the iconic Dondra Light house, next to the pleasant beach and has its own beach bar with hanging net over the water. Place is not hard to acces. The room is fresh and tasty, bed is comfy. Bathroom is clean, mine (upper apartment) had direct lighthouse view with amazing morning and evening parrot chirps. Room has beach and garden view. Hosts are heartwarmingly nice and will help you with every wish. They have cooked me delicious authentic Srilankan cuisine, breakfasts at the beach bar were unforgettable. Absolutely recommended and I wish I will come again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults
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Deep Blue

Matara

Deep Blue is a private villa offering rooms with boutique style décor in Matara, 500 metres from Polhena beach. It has a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool.

T
Terézia
From
Slovakia
Beautiful property, looked like paradise, felt like home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews
Price from
US$37.95
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

S
Sissythatwalk
From
Taiwan
The room and bathroom are super clean. So new! Perfect natural light to the room. AC works well. Comfy bed. Strong water pressure and warm water. I really like they have a peaceful outdoor area outside of the room. The owner is very polite and helpful. They provid really good Sri Lankan breakfast. Very close to beach but located in a very quiet area. I have two good resting in this lovely guesthouse.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
Price from
US$12.22
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
Ana
From
Sri Lanka
The garden is crazy beautiful and peaceful, I could work outside with the sound or the birds or just chill in the hammock. The kitchen amenities are very superior to anywhere I've stayed in Sri Lanka. Oven is something very rare to find but here they have a good one! Also toaster, stove, kettle, mixer and even coffee grinder... Also, there's a clothing washing machine and washing powder , so I could wash my clothes by myself. 1min walk from a little perfect beach for a quick swim or watch the sunset. Loved it! Everything was clean and the owner and worker are super nice and helpful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$14.40
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

I
Iana
From
Russia
We had a really great time at Madiha Venus! The breakfast was pretty good. The location is close the beachfront and restaurants. The room was amazing: very clean, spacious, cozy and stylish with interesting details like carved doors and shutters. We really appreciate hospitality and desire to make our stay excellent. The owner and his wife were very friendly, helpful and attentive. Wish you to maintain the high level of service you have! I can definitely recommend this accommodation!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$80
1 night, 2 adults
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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
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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.

V
Veena
From
Australia
The place was very clean. The room was small but cosy for us as a couple. There was a shared kitchen that had what you would need to prepare meals. The hosts were very wonderful and generous, and went out of their way to give us tea and snacks at times. I would definitely recommend staying here. It is also very close by to cafes, restaurants and the supermarket. You can find the public entrance to Mirissa beach after a 5min walk on the main road.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

N
Niamh
From
Australia
The room was absolutely immaculate when we arrived, and our lovely host was there to greet us with open arms. As we have been travelling for about 1.5 months we have stayed in many different types of accomodation but this room was the best. We felt as is we were in luxury in this more modern feeling home. It was great - as we arrived late there is a little restaurant right next door that do great roti and curry’s!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$22
1 night, 2 adults
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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$60
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

Most booked homestays in Matara and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Matara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Matara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Matara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Matara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Matara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Matara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Matara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Matara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Matara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Matara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews

Save money on homestays in Matara and nearby – budget options available

  • River Inn

    Matara
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

    Situated in Matara, within 300 metres of Matara Beach and 26 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, River Inn features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$27.50 per night

  • Surf Range

    Matara
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Set just a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, Surf Range features accommodation in Matara with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

    From US$44.40 per night

  • K&D Happy Stay

    Matara
    Budget options available

    Situated within 500 metres of Polhena Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, K&D Happy Stay features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

    From US$48.40 per night

  • Utopia Polhena Hotel

    Walgama South
    Budget options available

    Situated within 400 metres of Polhena Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Utopia Polhena Hotel features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Walgama South.

    From US$50 per night

  • LoSu Polhena

    Polhena
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

    Situated within 300 metres of Madiha Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, LoSu Polhena provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Polhena.

    From US$68.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Featuring a balcony with garden views, an open-air bath and a garden, Seasons Four Eco Friendly Cabana MATARA can be found in Matara, close to Wellamadama Surfing Beach and 23 km from Hummanaya Blow...

    From US$79.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

    Featuring a balcony with lake views, a private beach area and an open-air bath, Seasons Four Mini Jungle Cabana can be found in Matara, close to Wellamadama Surfing Beach and 23 km from Hummanaya Blow...

    From US$42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    CHERN GUEST HOUSE - Madiha, a property with a garden, is located in Badahelagoda, 31 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, 45 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, as well as 45 km from Galle Fort.

    From US$50 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Matara and nearby

  • The Silent Gate

    Ipitagoda
    Breakfast options
    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$24.20 per night

  • Black Lantern

    Matara
    Breakfast options

    Located in Matara, within a few steps of Polhena Beach and 29 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Black Lantern provides accommodation with a private beach area as well as free private parking for guests who...

    From US$24.20 per night

  • Villa Lee Polhena

    Matara
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Matara, 500 metres from Polhena Beach, Villa Lee Polhena features accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$21.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    The Hidden Gem Polhena offers a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 1.5 km of Madiha Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole.

    From US$14.52 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge and views of garden, Seasons Four Jungle Treehouse is located in Matara, a few steps from Wellamadama Surfing Beach.

    From US$29 per night

  • Featuring mountain views, Guest house weherahena provides accommodation with a balcony, around 2.2 km from Lakshawaththa Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    From US$15.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Set within 200 metres of Madiha Beach and 30 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Beach Heaven - Madiha offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

    From US$27.83 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews

    Offering a private beach and beach side restaurant, Beach Inns Holiday Resort is located in Matara.

    From US$46.20 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Matara and nearby

  • 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$24.20 per night

  • Himana Beach Rest

    Matara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 74 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

  • Whits villa 24

    Matara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Set in Matara, 2.1 km from Matara Beach, Whits villa 24 has a garden, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    Set within 200 metres of Matara Beach and 28 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, The Fort House - Matara offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

    From US$21.78 per night

  • The Fort House

    Matara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Set in Matara, The Fort House offers a shared lounge. The property is situated 3.9 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple and 800 meters from Matara Fort.

    From US$14 per night

  • Dill sweetroom

    Matara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Matara, 2 km from Matara Beach and 28 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Dill sweetroom offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

    From US$28.31 per night

  • Relaxapartment7

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

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Relaxapartment7 is situated in Matara. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    From US$10.20 per night

  • Sheru Guest

    Matara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Situated within 300 metres of Matara Beach and 29 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole in Matara, Sheru Guest features accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

    From US$19.76 per night

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  • River Inn

    Homestay in Matara
    Avg. price/night: US$27.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
    It is very difficult to rate this homestay because I arrived in late evening and left about 4am. My room was clean, impersonal, bathroom very "european" however it would be better to slope the floor toward the shower drain or another drain. As it was the bathroom was flooded with water after shower.
    Guest review by
    Elzbieta
    Solo traveller

  • Guillet Beach Home

    Homestay in Matara
    Avg. price/night: US$22
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
    Lovely homestay, we got everything we needed. The room is cozy and very clean, it is just a few steps from the beach. Kitchen is well equipped. Lucky is a great and helpful host:)
    Guest review by
    Anna
    Young couple

  • Deep Blue

    Homestay in Matara
    Avg. price/night: US$45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews
    A little bit of paradise by the sea! Deep Blue is beautiful and the rooms are wonderfully designed. Ruziak is a great host and an excellent communicator. He organised an excellent bbq'd supper of freshly caught fish which was served on our patio and a 5am tuk tuk to the railway station in Matara.The swimming pool and gardens are fabulous with plenty of places to relax. I highly recommend
    Guest review by
    Wild
    Young couple