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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews
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    US$92
    1 night, 2 adults
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    Superb - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
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    US$86
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    Superb - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
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    US$33
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
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    US$18
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
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    US$26
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
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    US$209
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews
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    US$73
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
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    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
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    US$75
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 363 reviews
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    US$68
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
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    Very good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews
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    US$53
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
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    US$55
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Swell Shacks

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 2.1 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach, Swell Shacks features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

T
Thomas
From
France
I recently stayed at Swell Shacks for one night and had an amazing experience. The hotel was exceptionally clean and well-maintained. The design of the hotel is simply stunning and perfectly complements the beautiful environment. I loved waking up to the sound of the ocean and having the beach right in front of our room. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The breakfast provided was delicious and offered a variety of options. The view from the hotel is absolutely stunning, offering breathtaking sights. I had such a wonderful time that I will definitely be coming back in the future. I highly recommend Swell Shacks for anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable stay. Special mention for Gayantha and Madushanka, always smiling, very welcoming and helpful, they definitely make our stay even better 😃 !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews
Price from
US$92
1 night, 2 adults

La Polena

Hotel in Matara

Set in Matara, La Polena offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Madiha Beach and offers various facilities, such as a garden, a private beach area and a terrace.

G
Gavin Hayward
From
South Africa
Spectacular place on the beach. Breakfast OK and great restaurants nearby
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

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 private beach area and a terrace.

L
Liven
From
United Kingdom
Lovely rooms right in front of the beach. We had food there as well and it was excellent. The host was extremely friendly and always accomodating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews
Price from
US$52.65
1 night, 2 adults

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.

T
Tim
From
Switzerland
Lovely room, excellent location, sweet staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
Price from
US$85.50
1 night, 2 adults

Royal Villa Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 200 metres from Polhena Beach, Royal Villa Polhena features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

T
Telisha
From
Austria
The villa was great value for money. We could walk to the beach anytime, and both Madiha Beach and Polhena Beach were just a short walk away. The beaches are very beautiful and relaxing.we snorkeled with turtles, swim safely, enjoy surfing, and watch beautiful sunsets. We really enjoyed our stay.Thank you so much
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$18.75
1 night, 2 adults

Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, 800 metres from Lakshawaththa Beach, Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

s
supun
From
Sri Lanka
Excellent stay! The place was spotless, quiet, and beautifully kept. It felt comfortable and welcoming, perfect for all types of travelers. I would definitely book again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults

Crystal Wave Holiday Resort Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, 500 metres from Polhena Beach, Crystal Wave Holiday Resort Polhena provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Z
Zīvārts
From
Latvia
Nice, Europian style breakfast. Wonderfull balcony at the rooftop - they will give You breakfast there, big parking. Near to beach (5 min walking). Friendly personal. Rooms are clean and comfortable. AC.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Ferola

Hotel in Matara

Set in Matara, 100 metres from Madiha Beach, Hotel Ferola offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

L
Liina
From
Estonia
We really loved our stay in Ferola. Everything was new, super clean and comfortable. The staff was really attentive, friendly and polite. The swimming pool and lounge area are big and not too crowded. The pool is clean. The food was great as well. It’s located in a rather quiet area, but there are still many restaurants and bars nearby. I would recommend renting a scooter for easy access to different beaches on both sides of the coastline. A bigger shopping street is about 10 minutes away on foot. I would definitely recommend it for a relaxing and stress-free stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Price from
US$180
1 night, 2 adults

Gypsea' Madiha

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 300 metres from Madiha Beach, Gypsea' Madiha features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

R
Rikke
From
Denmark
The family running this guesthouse are just the sweetest. They are super helpful, makes you feel right at home. The rooms are spacious, clean ans beatifully decorated. Amazing breakfast, especially eggs and sausages.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Morning Star Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 1.2 km from Polhena Beach, Morning Star Polhena features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

A
Agnieszka
From
Poland
Morning star polhena was newly build villa. Everything was great!The rooms were spacious and air-conditioned, There was plenty of space in the common area to spend time together. pool were always clean and well-maintained. We had breakfast and dinner at the Villa. . There was a lovely surf beach and snorkelling with turtles there .you can reach tuk tuk ride.very happy with our stay and will be happy to come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults
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Swell Shacks

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 2.1 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach, Swell Shacks features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

T
Thomas
From
France
I recently stayed at Swell Shacks for one night and had an amazing experience. The hotel was exceptionally clean and well-maintained. The design of the hotel is simply stunning and perfectly complements the beautiful environment. I loved waking up to the sound of the ocean and having the beach right in front of our room. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The breakfast provided was delicious and offered a variety of options. The view from the hotel is absolutely stunning, offering breathtaking sights. I had such a wonderful time that I will definitely be coming back in the future. I highly recommend Swell Shacks for anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable stay. Special mention for Gayantha and Madushanka, always smiling, very welcoming and helpful, they definitely make our stay even better 😃 !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews
Price from
US$92
1 night, 2 adults

La Polena

Hotel in Matara

Set in Matara, La Polena offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Madiha Beach and offers various facilities, such as a garden, a private beach area and a terrace.

G
Gavin Hayward
From
South Africa
Spectacular place on the beach. Breakfast OK and great restaurants nearby
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

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 private beach area and a terrace.

L
Liven
From
United Kingdom
Lovely rooms right in front of the beach. We had food there as well and it was excellent. The host was extremely friendly and always accomodating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews
Price from
US$52.65
1 night, 2 adults

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.

T
Tim
From
Switzerland
Lovely room, excellent location, sweet staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
Price from
US$85.50
1 night, 2 adults

Royal Villa Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 200 metres from Polhena Beach, Royal Villa Polhena features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

T
Telisha
From
Austria
The villa was great value for money. We could walk to the beach anytime, and both Madiha Beach and Polhena Beach were just a short walk away. The beaches are very beautiful and relaxing.we snorkeled with turtles, swim safely, enjoy surfing, and watch beautiful sunsets. We really enjoyed our stay.Thank you so much
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$18.75
1 night, 2 adults

Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, 800 metres from Lakshawaththa Beach, Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

s
supun
From
Sri Lanka
Excellent stay! The place was spotless, quiet, and beautifully kept. It felt comfortable and welcoming, perfect for all types of travelers. I would definitely book again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults

Crystal Wave Holiday Resort Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Located in Matara, 500 metres from Polhena Beach, Crystal Wave Holiday Resort Polhena provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Z
Zīvārts
From
Latvia
Nice, Europian style breakfast. Wonderfull balcony at the rooftop - they will give You breakfast there, big parking. Near to beach (5 min walking). Friendly personal. Rooms are clean and comfortable. AC.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Ferola

Hotel in Matara

Set in Matara, 100 metres from Madiha Beach, Hotel Ferola offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

L
Liina
From
Estonia
We really loved our stay in Ferola. Everything was new, super clean and comfortable. The staff was really attentive, friendly and polite. The swimming pool and lounge area are big and not too crowded. The pool is clean. The food was great as well. It’s located in a rather quiet area, but there are still many restaurants and bars nearby. I would recommend renting a scooter for easy access to different beaches on both sides of the coastline. A bigger shopping street is about 10 minutes away on foot. I would definitely recommend it for a relaxing and stress-free stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Price from
US$180
1 night, 2 adults

Gypsea' Madiha

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 300 metres from Madiha Beach, Gypsea' Madiha features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

R
Rikke
From
Denmark
The family running this guesthouse are just the sweetest. They are super helpful, makes you feel right at home. The rooms are spacious, clean ans beatifully decorated. Amazing breakfast, especially eggs and sausages.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Morning Star Polhena

Hotel in Matara

Situated in Matara, 1.2 km from Polhena Beach, Morning Star Polhena features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

A
Agnieszka
From
Poland
Morning star polhena was newly build villa. Everything was great!The rooms were spacious and air-conditioned, There was plenty of space in the common area to spend time together. pool were always clean and well-maintained. We had breakfast and dinner at the Villa. . There was a lovely surf beach and snorkelling with turtles there .you can reach tuk tuk ride.very happy with our stay and will be happy to come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Matara

Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
From US$82.50 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
From US$49.01 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
From US$22 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
From US$104.50 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews
From US$58.50 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
From US$110 per night

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Best hotels with breakfast in Matara and nearby

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

Located in Matara, 400 metres from Matara Beach, Rest House Matara provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$60.50 per night

Providing a garden, Martin Villa provides accommodation in Matara. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Towels and bed linen are provided in the bed and breakfast.

From US$24.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Located in Matara, 700 metres from Matara Beach, Grand Navro Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From US$45 per night

Situated in Matara, 27 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, The Urban Escape features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$22.99 per night

Situated in Matara, 500 metres from Matara Beach and 26 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Nature Villa Guest House features accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden with a terrace.

From US$36.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Set in Matara, 1.5 km from Matara Beach, Pinipahana Walauwa Resort & villa offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

From US$60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Ruwanmali home stay is set in Matara, 41 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 41 km from Galle Fort, as well as 41 km from Dutch Church Galle.

From US$18.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Boasting garden views, Ocean Beach House provides accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 29 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$38.12 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Matara

Surf Dine

Hotel in Matara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Matara, within 1 km of Matara Beach and 26 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Surf Dine features a bar. Featuring a restaurant, this 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From US$14.52 per night

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$18.15 per night

My car

Hotel in Matara
Central location

Situated in Matara with Matara Beach and Matara Fort nearby, My car features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$121 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Offering free bikes and river view, Nilwala River Corner Villa is located in Matara, 1.1 km from Matara Beach and 28 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$26.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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

Located 200 metres from Matara Beach, Dutch Fort Heritage Villa - Matara offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$30.25 per night

Situated just 200 metres from Matara Beach, chula, s Home Stay offers accommodation in Matara with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

From US$13.31 per night

River Inn

Hotel in Matara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
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

Budget hotels in Matara and nearby

Located in Matara with Matara Beach and Matara Railway Station nearby, White House Group - Luxury Apartments, Matara City provides accommodation with free private parking.

From US$102.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

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.

From US$84.70 per night

Boasting accommodation with a balcony, Villa 307 8 room 22 guest appartment is situated in Matara. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$83.31 per night

Set just 29 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Villa Nilwala provides accommodation in Matara with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

From US$48.40 per night

Situated in Matara, 1.4 km from Matara Beach and 27 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Ideal Residence offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$71.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Set 600 metres from Matara Beach, Pleasure Villa offers accommodation with a patio, as well as an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

From US$103.46 per night

Located in Matara, the recently renovated Rosemary Villa - Welegoda, Matara provides accommodation 30 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole and 43 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

From US$48.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated within 1.5 km of Matara Beach and 29 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Luxe Diamond Villa features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

FAQs about hotels in Matara

What guests said about Matara:

10

Matara isn't a big town so it is relatively quick to get...

Matara isn't a big town so it is relatively quick to get from A to B. The beach is beautiful. But there aren't that many restaurants in in the town. The Matara Rest House near the fort had good food and drinks and is one of the most worth it dining options nearby. Lemon is also a good option. There are restaurants closer to the touristy spots but those are on the pricier side. snorkeling with turtles is popular in Matara.
Guest review by
Sarah
Sri Lanka
8.0

Matara, was a good place for me.I stayed at La Polena,for...

Matara, was a good place for me.I stayed at La Polena,for 12 nights.The breakfast was excellent and the lady that made it changed the sheets and cleaned my room twice.I do think that they could give visitors a bottle of water daily.Also a jug to make a cup of tea in each room.Very little money is spend on maintaining the place.Also a sign with numbers for hiring Tuk-Tuk drivers would help.The manager is nice ,but a little slow in offering advice. Island rsetuarant past the Doctors had teh best food.I also needed more veg.So bought carrots,tomatoes and cucumber for myself.Also egg,roll in town. Restaurants at the beach are a rip off.10% added for tax.This is nonsense.Tuk driver from the Railway station to hotel.600 rup The one Hotel to Trainstation 800 the train from Matara.4 -5 hours 600rph.?
Guest review by
Malcolm
New Zealand
10

Matara is a beautiful coastal town in southern Sri Lanka,...

Matara is a beautiful coastal town in southern Sri Lanka, full of charm and local culture. The beaches are clean and peaceful—perfect for swimming, surfing, or just relaxing. I enjoyed exploring the historic Matara Fort and visiting nearby places like Polhena Beach and Parey Dewa Temple. The local food is delicious, and the people are warm and welcoming. It's a great place to experience authentic southern Sri Lankan life with a mix of nature, history, and the sea.
Guest review by
Suneth Liyange
Sri Lanka
8.0

Polhena

Polhena If you are looking for a tourist only beach, this isn't it. Mostly locals and that's why it was so lovely. Very small beach with no waves. A dead reef but some fish and turtles. Local people there were really kind. Which is what made this place special. The area itself was a bit of a tourist trap but the beach was actually was a small and cute meeting point.
Guest review by
onomato
10

Matare is part of a chain of cities along the southernmost...

Matare is part of a chain of cities along the southernmost coast of Sri Lanka. It has beaches for expert surfers as well as beginners and those who just want to be by the beach. The beaches along the coast are all sparkling translucent and enticing. Find hotels along the shore because the traffic on the roads is dense and sometimes unpleasant to westerners the beaches and the kindness of the population more than make up for it.
Guest review by
victor
Lithuania
8.0

Nice place, but you have to make an effort to explore, which...

Nice place, but you have to make an effort to explore, which is nice. Not the commercial fully packaged commercial tourist deal. Good quirky options. Has quite a lot of Sri Lanka's history, forts, but courts, and old paved streets, as I said, a great if you make a little effort to explore. The Duchman's Street is a great beachside restaurant!
Guest review by
Emil
Sri Lanka

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From US$41.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Kaminrich hotel is one of the best hotel in Polhena. Reasonable prices. Honestly I am so happy we found this place.. not only that but also they gave us an early check in. helped very nice, friendly staff. We felt special from the beginning to the end.. Spacious garden with a pool. Surely can make you feel like you home. The room was very spacious super clean. As well the pool too. They have a parking area. Thank you Kaminrich hotel for making our stay comfortable. Hope to visit you again.❤
Guest review by
Neranda Lakshitha
China
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
This is such a relaxing and peaceful place we absolutely loved our stay. Polhena Beach and madiha Beach are both incredibly beautiful, and the best part is that they’re just a short walking distance from the villa. If the villa adds a pool, it would be truly perfect. But even now, I can honestly recommend this place to anyone looking for comfort, friendly hosts, and a beach lifestyle you’ll never forget. 🙌🙌
Guest review by
Ethan
Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Everything ! That’s the first time I like the place so much! Perfect escape from busy life. Host is brilliant ! View is Polhena Beach Private beach, outstanding views, food, nice room!
Guest review by
diego
Czech Republic
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Very chill and cosy vibe, I felt like home. The situation was great, 10 min walk from Polhena beach and different places to eat around. Really loved my stay in Madiha
Guest review by
Livia
Belgium
From US$30.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews
Location,close to the polhena beach, party places too. Good place to stay, enjoyed it very much.
Guest review by
Dissanayake
Sri Lanka