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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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 120 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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 41 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.

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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, 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.

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Hannah
From
Germany
I can really recommend this hotel! It’s super new and really high-quality – you can tell a lot of thought went into the details. The architecture is amazing, with high ceilings and a great design that makes the space feel so welcoming. The bed was incredibly comfortable, I slept like a baby. The location is perfect, everything you need is just a short distance away. I also loved how easy it was to communicate via WhatsApp – super smooth and quick. The host was so friendly and attentive, you really feel at home. And the sense of security was great, I felt safe and taken care of the whole time.
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.

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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.

T
Tomek
From
Poland
High recommend. New place, all is new, very clean and comfortable. Delicious breakfast everyday make for special order. Very helpful owners.
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.

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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.

K
Kirsten
From
Germany
Excellent staff, delicious snacks and curry buffet, room was newly renovated and super clean. We spent nearly night there and really enjoyed this stay, were playing table tennis, location is in a quiet part of Madiha.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 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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Avg. price/night: US$26.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 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