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Solmate Collective Hostel - Madiha

Matara

Solmate Collective Hostel - Madiha in Matara provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

S
Sidharth
From
India
The garden, the spirit of everyone working, setting, food… 10/10 Also, super close to the surf break.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$34.30
1 night, 2 adults

Madiha Ceylon Hotel

Matara

Situated in Matara, 400 metres from Madiha Beach, Madiha Ceylon Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

R
Ryno
From
Sri Lanka
Super cosy little hotel with private rooms. Kitchen area was handy for making coffee and teas and even cooking dinner. Facilities were clean. Location was perfect as it was about a 3 minute walk to the coast or a 3 minute scooter to the surf. Pathum and Sineth were amazing host and can help you out with anything and everything in the area. Pathum also provides airport pickup, comfortable transportation in a car with A/C or in his tuk tuk, and can also help with well priced scooter rentals. It was helpful having a local be so eager to show us around and help us find the best of spots. Can’t recommend this place enough and we can’t wait to come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$10
1 night, 2 adults

Reef Edge

Matara

Reef Edge has free bikes, garden, a private beach area and restaurant in Matara. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 400 metres of Polhena Beach.

C
Cristoper
From
Sri Lanka
The rooms are beautifully designed—clean, cozy, and thoughtfully integrated with the surrounding landscape.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Spindrift Hostel Madiha

Matara

Set in Matara, 300 metres from Madiha Beach, Spindrift Hostel Madiha offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Susanna
From
Denmark
Best hostel I’ve stayed at in Sri Lanka! Amazing pool and location and super cute staff that’s always making you feel welcomed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
US$46
1 night, 2 adults

Chill Hostel Madiha

Matara

Located in Matara, 100 metres from Madiha Beach, Chill Hostel Madiha provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

S
Samuele
From
Italy
My stay here was amazing. The family that hosted me was so nice and helped me in everything I needed. The place is peaceful and really near the beach. I left a peace of my heart there, I hope to come back again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$8
1 night, 2 adults

JJ's Hostel Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Showcasing an expansive rooftop terrace with day-beds and barbeque, JJ's Hostel Mirissa is a boutique hostel located in Mirissa North, only a few minutes walk from Mirissa Beach.

N
Nathaniel
From
New Zealand
JJ's is a phenomenal hostel. It's a relatively big hostel, but the facilities are super clean and comfortable, and the wifi is great. There is also a fantastic vibe at the place (also partly due to the size) so there are always people around who are up for doing something fun. The volunteers are also great and really add to the place - there is yoga every morning and at least 1x group activity organised every day. Merissa is also a perfect place to base yourself if you want to visit other beaches along the coast. I would highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
Price from
US$42.50
1 night, 2 adults

drivethru Hostel Polhena

Polhena (Near Matara)

Located in Polhena, 600 metres from Polhena Beach, drivethru Hostel Polhena provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a terrace.

K
Kacper
From
United Arab Emirates
Amazing local breakfast served for the whole community. Beautiful house. Friendly staff. Affordable prices.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$53.06
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Bunks Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Located in Mirissa, 200 metres from Mirissa Beach, Banana Bunks Mirissa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

B
Ben David
From
Israel
Such a cool place It was just what we needed to celebrate a birthday and enjoy Mirissa Samen was so kind and nice, always helping with a smile The room was amazing! And the price is really affordable Would definitely recommend, hope to come back❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews
Price from
US$118
1 night, 2 adults

Hangover Hostels Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Hangover Hostels Mirissa offers clean and comfortable accommodation in Mirissa North. The hostel is a 2-minute walk from the picturesque Mirissa Beach.

A
Atif
From
Bangladesh
The hostel has all the necessary amenities. It is located right across the street from the Mirissa beach. The manager Phillip is very nice and helpful. He arranged a whale watching trip and provided all the information on other places and activities of interest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Dolphin Cottage Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Dolphin Cottage Mirissa is situated on the beachfront in Mirissa, 200 metres from Mirissa Beach and 34 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

A
Anushka Rajakaruna
From
Sri Lanka
Very clean big room, friendly owner, great location near by to very location at mirissa, great service, healthy and very delicious breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews
Price from
US$22
1 night, 2 adults
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Solmate Collective Hostel - Madiha

Matara

Solmate Collective Hostel - Madiha in Matara provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

S
Sidharth
From
India
The garden, the spirit of everyone working, setting, food… 10/10 Also, super close to the surf break.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$34.30
1 night, 2 adults

Madiha Ceylon Hotel

Matara

Situated in Matara, 400 metres from Madiha Beach, Madiha Ceylon Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

R
Ryno
From
Sri Lanka
Super cosy little hotel with private rooms. Kitchen area was handy for making coffee and teas and even cooking dinner. Facilities were clean. Location was perfect as it was about a 3 minute walk to the coast or a 3 minute scooter to the surf. Pathum and Sineth were amazing host and can help you out with anything and everything in the area. Pathum also provides airport pickup, comfortable transportation in a car with A/C or in his tuk tuk, and can also help with well priced scooter rentals. It was helpful having a local be so eager to show us around and help us find the best of spots. Can’t recommend this place enough and we can’t wait to come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$10
1 night, 2 adults

Reef Edge

Matara

Reef Edge has free bikes, garden, a private beach area and restaurant in Matara. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 400 metres of Polhena Beach.

C
Cristoper
From
Sri Lanka
The rooms are beautifully designed—clean, cozy, and thoughtfully integrated with the surrounding landscape.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Spindrift Hostel Madiha

Matara

Set in Matara, 300 metres from Madiha Beach, Spindrift Hostel Madiha offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Susanna
From
Denmark
Best hostel I’ve stayed at in Sri Lanka! Amazing pool and location and super cute staff that’s always making you feel welcomed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
US$46
1 night, 2 adults

Chill Hostel Madiha

Matara

Located in Matara, 100 metres from Madiha Beach, Chill Hostel Madiha provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

S
Samuele
From
Italy
My stay here was amazing. The family that hosted me was so nice and helped me in everything I needed. The place is peaceful and really near the beach. I left a peace of my heart there, I hope to come back again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$8
1 night, 2 adults

JJ's Hostel Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Showcasing an expansive rooftop terrace with day-beds and barbeque, JJ's Hostel Mirissa is a boutique hostel located in Mirissa North, only a few minutes walk from Mirissa Beach.

N
Nathaniel
From
New Zealand
JJ's is a phenomenal hostel. It's a relatively big hostel, but the facilities are super clean and comfortable, and the wifi is great. There is also a fantastic vibe at the place (also partly due to the size) so there are always people around who are up for doing something fun. The volunteers are also great and really add to the place - there is yoga every morning and at least 1x group activity organised every day. Merissa is also a perfect place to base yourself if you want to visit other beaches along the coast. I would highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
Price from
US$42.50
1 night, 2 adults

drivethru Hostel Polhena

Polhena (Near Matara)

Located in Polhena, 600 metres from Polhena Beach, drivethru Hostel Polhena provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a terrace.

K
Kacper
From
United Arab Emirates
Amazing local breakfast served for the whole community. Beautiful house. Friendly staff. Affordable prices.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$53.06
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Bunks Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Located in Mirissa, 200 metres from Mirissa Beach, Banana Bunks Mirissa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

B
Ben David
From
Israel
Such a cool place It was just what we needed to celebrate a birthday and enjoy Mirissa Samen was so kind and nice, always helping with a smile The room was amazing! And the price is really affordable Would definitely recommend, hope to come back❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews
Price from
US$118
1 night, 2 adults

Hangover Hostels Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Hangover Hostels Mirissa offers clean and comfortable accommodation in Mirissa North. The hostel is a 2-minute walk from the picturesque Mirissa Beach.

A
Atif
From
Bangladesh
The hostel has all the necessary amenities. It is located right across the street from the Mirissa beach. The manager Phillip is very nice and helpful. He arranged a whale watching trip and provided all the information on other places and activities of interest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Dolphin Cottage Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Dolphin Cottage Mirissa is situated on the beachfront in Mirissa, 200 metres from Mirissa Beach and 34 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

A
Anushka Rajakaruna
From
Sri Lanka
Very clean big room, friendly owner, great location near by to very location at mirissa, great service, healthy and very delicious breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews
Price from
US$22
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

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

Popular with guests booking hostels in Matara

Popular with guests booking hostels in Matara

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

Popular with guests booking hostels in Matara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Matara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Matara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Matara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Polhena

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Mirissa

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

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Matara and nearby

Dolphin Cottage Mirissa

Mirissa
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Dolphin Cottage Mirissa is situated on the beachfront in Mirissa, 200 metres from Mirissa Beach and 34 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

From US$25 per night

EVOKE Hostel Mirissa

Mirissa
No credit card needed

Located in Mirissa, within 700 metres of Mirissa Beach and 34 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, EVOKE Hostel Mirissa provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

From US$17.76 per night

Salty Sand Hostel

Mirissa
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Mirissa, 700 metres from Mirissa Beach, Salty Sand Hostel features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$42.87 per night

Sun & Moon Hostel

Mirissa
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

Set within 700 metres of Mirissa Beach and 34 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Sun & Moon Hostel offers rooms in Mirissa.

From US$33.44 per night

Olive Mirissa

Bandaramulla
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Bandaramulla, within 300 metres of Mirissa Beach and 34 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Olive Mirissa provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

BluOra

Mirissa
No credit card needed

Located in Mirissa, 600 metres from Mirissa Beach, BluOra provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Hostels that guests love in Matara

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
loved my stay here. I didn’t want to leave. very comfy beds. modern and clean hostel. amazing pool area. great vibe and good people. best hostel I’ve stayed in in Sri Lanka.
Guest review by
Megan
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
As a backpacker and a digital nomad I had the best experience that I could ever dream of. Josh, Charlotte and the wonderful stuff hosted us and took care of all the we needed. the vibe in the hostel is very good and there are many backpackers and nice people. I highly reccomand the place. the facilities are also really really good and the place is brand new.
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Or
Group