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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
Kayla
From
South Africa
The food at the cafe is amazing! So happy that it was included :D
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 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.

j
jenny
From
Australia
Had a great stay at Skky Villa! The room was clean and well-maintained, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend for a comfortable and pleasant experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Price from
US$13.58
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.

J
Justas
From
Lithuania
Autenthic, clean, great location. The staff is amazaing and very helpfull. Would reccomend to anyone!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$14.40
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.

S
Sajan
From
Sri Lanka
Thilan and family are fantastic hosts
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$75
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 9.3
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.

A
Asmita
From
India
Dinu and her parents are the sweetest hosts! The property is cleaner than my house :P, there is a small kitchen set up with almost everything for random hour hunger pangs, the bed and furniture is charming! It is a little walk from the main road (2 mins) but all the great restaurants are within 200m. Really loved my stay and highly recommend it ! Very reasonable also. Not to forget the big big breakfast spread they put out on my checkout day!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 26 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.

L
Lauren
From
United Kingdom
Really lovely new guesthouse, ran by a very helpful friendly family. Only a few minutes walk from nice resturants, bars and the ocean and the room was very clean. Really appreciated the strong air con and hot powerful shower! Comfy bed, modern facilities and set back from the road a little so it was nice and quiet at night.We could easily walk to the popular surf point nearby too. One of the nicest places I've stayed in sri lanka!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$18
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$60
1 night, 2 adults

Sandbank Madiha

Matara

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

M
Marina
From
Russia
We were really lucky to find this place and spent 11 nights here! If we come back to Sri Lanka, we will definitely stay in Sandbank again. New, clean, comfortable room with cozy terrace. Super-friendly, caring staff - they were always ready to help with ALL our requests. We felt ourselves very welcomed guests - not just regular clients. The place is located in quiet part of Madiha which was important for us - no loud music and parties around. There is no usual beach nearby but for us it was advantage as we don’t like crowds and swimming - just be in the ocean and jump with waves) Just several moments were specific and could be important to know in advance: there is no hot water (it’s not cold of course, just fresh), WiFi didn’t work in our room (n3), just on terrace - but this points just details, not problems and it couldn’t mess up our stay in such a great place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Sheru Guest

Matara

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.

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, 14 reviews
Price from
US$15.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Matara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews

Guest Houses with swimming pools in Matara and nearby

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, garden view and a balcony, Ocean Pearl Dream Villa Matara is located in Matara.

From US$33.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 701 reviews

Situated within a few steps of Thalaramba Beach and 35 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, PearlDrop Waves Mirissa features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Mirissa.

From US$83.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Set just less than 1 km from Talalla Beach, Heaven Thalalla- 4BHK Superior Villa With Private Pool and inside apartments offers accommodation in Talalla with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a...

From US$19.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Featuring pool with a view and views of garden, Canberra Holidays - Mirissa is a recently renovated guest house located in Mirissa, 800 metres from Mirissa Beach.

From US$132 per night

Sea You House

Matara
Swimming pool

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and views of sea, Sea You House is a recently renovated guest house set in Matara, 200 metres from Lakshawaththa Beach.

LoSu Polhena

Polhena
Swimming pool
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 77 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews

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

From US$55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Situated in Matara and only 100 metres from Madiha Beach, Beach Inns Holiday Resort - Celeste features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$82.50 per night

Save money on guest houses in Matara and nearby – budget options available

Villa Pisangra

Matara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located within 400 metres of Madiha Beach and 29 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole in Matara, Villa Pisangra features accommodation with seating area.

From US$95.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
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, 32 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$44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Boasting sea views, Blue Corals Beach Bungalow offers accommodation with a private beach area, a garden and a terrace, around a few steps from Madiha Beach.

From US$55 per night

Rai Family Guest

Matara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Situated within 500 metres of Madiha Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole in Matara, Rai Family Guest offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

From US$17.70 per night

Samaro Resort

Mirissa
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Situated within 500 metres of Thalaramba Beach and 34 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Samaro Resort features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Mirissa.

From US$30.25 per night

The Dale Mirissa

Mirissa
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

Set within 1.9 km of Mirissa Beach and 35 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, The Dale Mirissa offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Mirissa.

From US$88.80 per night

Village Star Rest-Mirissa

Mirissa
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews

Set within 400 metres of Mirissa Beach and 35 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium in Mirissa, Village Star Rest-Mirissa provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$25 per night

Highly rated guest houses in Matara and nearby

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
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 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$17 per night

More Joy

Matara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Offering a garden and quiet street view, More Joy is located in Matara, 200 metres from Lakshawaththa Beach and 24 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$20 per night

Ishoda rooms

Matara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Situated in Matara, 500 metres from Polhena Beach and 31 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Ishoda rooms features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

Set within 300 metres of Polhena Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole in Matara, Sunny Lanka Guest House offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$14 per night

Sayuri Beach Hotel

Matara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Sayuri Beach Hotel is set in Matara, a few steps from Polhena Beach and 31 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$26.45 per night

Villa Polhena

Matara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Set within 600 metres of Polhena Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Villa Polhena features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

From US$25 per night

Ashford Beach

Matara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Located within 300 metres of Polhena Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole in Matara, Ashford Beach features accommodation with seating area.

From US$27 per night

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Black Lantern

Matara
Breakfast options

Located within a few steps of Polhena Beach and 29 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Black Lantern provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

From US$42.35 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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 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

Backpackers

Matara
Breakfast options

Located in Matara and only 400 metres from Madiha Beach, Backpackers provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. 30 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole and 40 km from Galle...

From US$12.10 per night

Sea Bay

Kamburugamuwa
Breakfast options

Sea Bay has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Kamburugamuwa, 100 metres from Kamburugamuwa Beach. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

From US$19.98 per night

Sea wind

Mirissa
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Situated within 300 metres of Thalaramba Beach and 35 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole in Mirissa, Sea wind provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$16.65 per night

Located within 400 metres of Thalaramba Beach and 33 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole in Matara, Daions Villa Mirissa provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$48.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Located a few steps from Thalaramba Beach, Bougain Villa Guesthouse offers a garden, and air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

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Guest houses that travellers love in Matara

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Avg. price/night: US$26.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 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: US$21.85
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