Cheap hotels in Matara

Surf Lodge Madiha

Surf Lodge Madiha provides beachfront accommodations in Matara. This recently renovated guest house is located a 5-minute walk from Madiha Beach and 20 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

Julia

From

Germany

The Surf Lodge is beautifully decorated with a lot of love and taste. It offers amazing breakfast and a direct access to the beach. It is managed by the super kind Che who was always very attentive to help us organize a few things around the area. What we particularly loved about the hotel (apart from the amazing spacious rooms and the delicious (vegetarian) food) was that it is Che’s family home and has such a friendly and calming vibe :) it’s only a short walk to local restaurants and bars and Madiha’s main beach is also only a few minutes away. Thanks for having us :)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

Price from

$102

1 night, 2 adults

La Polena

Located in Matara, La Polena offers beachfront accommodations a few steps from Madiha Beach and has facilities like a garden, a private beach area and a terrace.

Crystal

From

United States

Private beach access steps away! It's so quiet and peaceful. Breakfast was so filling, staff kept bringing out more dishes. It rained the day I was to check out and I decided to stay another night. It was the best decision of my trip!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews

Price from

$43

1 night, 2 adults

Ocean Breeze Villa

Located in Matara, a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, Ocean Breeze Villa provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

Alexandra

From

Germany

Quiet location, right at a lovely beach, with sunbeds to lie on all day, AMAZING food, most welcoming hosts! If you want to leave the world behind and relax, this is the place hands down!!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

Price from

$52.65

1 night, 2 adults

Light house beach home

Light house beach home provides beachfront accommodations in Matara. It features free Wifi, a private beach area, free bikes, and a restaurant.

Yana

From

Germany

If you're looking for a place to truly unwind, this family-run gem at the foot of Donbra Lighthouse is just perfect! Nestled in a scenic bay with crystal-clear blue water, it’s the kind of place where you instantly switch to "vacation mode"—even with WiFi available, I only checked my work emails once (a personal achievement!). The on-site restaurant and juice bar serve fresh, homemade food (and it can be local type spicy if you enjoy chillies), with breakfasts that set the bar high for the rest of the day. Whether you are lounging by the water or exploring the area, coming back to a delicious meal is always a treat. The hosts are incredibly welcoming and go out of their way to make your stay memorable. Need a taxi, tuk-tuk, or an adventure planned? They’ve got it covered—including surfing in nearby bays! My 9-year-old son absolutely loved the place and would have gladly moved in permanently—until he realized there were elephants to see elsewhere, which, after much negotiation, eventually won him over :-) If you are after a peaceful retreat with stunning views, great food, no noise and hustle and bustle of nearby places and a host who makes everything easy, this is the spot. Highly recommended! Also, while this is technically a business and an exchange of money for hospitality (unlike 'real' volunteering tourism), it never felt that way. The hosts genuinely care about their guests, making you feel more like an old friend than a customer. Bonus perk: the owner’s brother is also a fantastic photographer, and lucky for us, that talent is included in the homestay package! P.S. My 9-year-old was particularly inspired by the owner’s brother, who runs the juice bar and restaurant. He was amazed that this fully grown adult has perfected the art of life—lounging in a hammock, swinging above the water, and somehow still being “at work.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

Price from

$20

1 night, 2 adults

The Seascape

Located in Matara, a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, The Seascape has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Pavel

From

Czech Republic

We got lucky. We were the only guests here and had the whole hotel for ourselves:) It is build by Dutch/Sri Lankan couple and you can really see it in attention to architectural details. You see that they built this place so it would bring joy to them and all the guests.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

Price from

$85.50

1 night, 2 adults

Deep Blue

Deep Blue is a private villa offering rooms with boutique style décor in Matara, 1640 feet from Polhena beach. It has a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool.

Joelle

From

Germany

We had a really nice time at Deep Blue. The site is wonderful, the sound and the view of the ocean, the nature around, the pool, it’s all really well designed. Our little cottage, a bit off from the other rooms, gave us privacy which was really appreciated. It was just perfect for our family and we really enjoyed our huge terrasse with the swing bed. Amazing!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

Price from

$37.95

1 night, 2 adults

Nomads Hideaway Near Matara Railway Station

Offering a garden, Nomads Hideaway Near Matara Railway Station offers accommodations in Matara. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.5 miles from Matara Beach.

Jayathunga

From

Sri Lanka

The host was very accommodating and friendly. The service was exceptional.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Price from

$5.78

1 night, 2 adults

Skyy Villa matara

Skyy Villa matara offers accommodations in Matara, a 5-minute walk from Polhena Beach and 19 miles from Hummanaya Blow Hole. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a terrace.

sofia

From

United Kingdom

I had a wonderful stay at Skyy Villa Polhena! The place is cozy and comfortable, perfect for a relaxing getaway. The breakfast was delicious, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, always making sure we had everything we needed. One of the best parts of staying here is the location – just 250m from the beach, making it easy to enjoy activities like snorkeling, diving, surfing, and even turtle watching! The sunsets are absolutely beautiful, creating a perfect evening atmosphere. Highly recommend this place for anyone visiting Polhena. Looking forward to coming back!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Price from

$13.58

1 night, 2 adults

Crystal Wave Holiday Resort Polhena

Located in Matara, a 6-minute walk from Polhena Beach, Crystal Wave Holiday Resort Polhena provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Nimsara

From

Sri Lanka

ThisThe hotel staff is good. The rooms are very clean. Received a friendly reception.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Price from

$15

1 night, 2 adults