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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, 120 reviews
Price from
US$102
1 night, 2 adults

Light house beach home

Matara

Situated in Matara, just 1.2 km from Devinuwara Beach, Light house beach home features beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, free bikes, a garden and free WiFi.

R
Rebecca
From
United Kingdom
This was hands down the best place we stayed in Sri Lanka during our 10 day trip around the island. THE most stunning location. Wonderful hosts, who have the perfect balance of friendly and attentive but leaving us space. We ate an evening meal cooked at the property and it really was beyond our expectations. Breakfast was also delicious and plentiful. I really wish we could've stayed for a few nights. Actually I really wish I could just live there forever! - paradise :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Deep Blue

Matara

Deep Blue is a private villa offering rooms with boutique style décor in Matara, 500 metres from Polhena beach. It has a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool.

D
Dominique
From
Luxembourg
I had an amazing stay! The staff were very courteous and the owner was also very nice. I got breakfast and dinner on request, the room was great and so was the whole resort.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews
Price from
US$37.95
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.

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.

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
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 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
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Enjoy breakfast in Matara and nearby

The Silent Gate

Ipitagoda
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated within 2.5 km of Lakshawaththa Beach and 24 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, The Silent Gate provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ipitagoda.

From US$36.30 per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Come home holiday bungalow & villa is situated in Matara, 400 metres from Polhena Beach and 29 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$21.78 per night

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

Villa Lee Polhena

Matara
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Matara, 500 metres from Polhena Beach, Villa Lee Polhena features accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$21.78 per night

Villa Pisangra

Matara
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
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

LoSu Polhena

Polhena
Breakfast options
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 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

The Hidden Gem Polhena offers a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 1.5 km of Madiha Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole.

From US$9.68 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

Save money on homestays in Matara and nearby – budget options available

River Inn

Matara
Budget options available
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

Utopia Polhena Hotel

Walgama South
Budget options available

Situated within 400 metres of Polhena Beach and 31 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, Utopia Polhena Hotel features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Walgama South.

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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Situated within 400 metres of Thalaramba Beach and 35 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, The Ceylon Lazy Lagoon Mirissa provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Mirissa.

From US$66.60 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

Ranjith Guest

Mirissa
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Boasting garden views, Ranjith Guest features accommodation with terrace, around 1 km from Mirissa Beach. With city views, this accommodation provides a patio.

From US$57 per night

Situated 34 km from Galle Fort, 34 km from Dutch Church Galle and 35 km from Galle Light house, Mirissa Ocean Breeze Hotel Triple room offers accommodation located in Mirissa.

From US$68.93 per night

Rent room

Udukawa
Budget options available

Offering garden views, Rent room is an accommodation set in Udukawa, 37 km from Dutch Church Galle and 37 km from Galle Light house.

From US$76.23 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Matara and nearby

Blue Waters

Matara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Boasting sea views, Blue Waters features accommodation with a private beach area, a garden and a terrace, around 70 metres from Matara Beach.

From US$11 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

Himana Beach Rest

Matara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 73 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

white's vila

Matara
Central location

Situated within 2.1 km of Matara Beach and 28 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole, white's vila features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Matara.

From US$14.52 per night
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
Central location
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

Dill sweetroom

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

Situated in Matara, 2 km from Matara Beach and 28 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, Dill sweetroom offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From US$28.31 per night

Relaxapartment7

Matara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Relaxapartment7 is situated in Matara. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

From US$10.20 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Matara

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Avg. price/night: US$27.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
It is very difficult to rate this homestay because I arrived in late evening and left about 4am. My room was clean, impersonal, bathroom very "european" however it would be better to slope the floor toward the shower drain or another drain. As it was the bathroom was flooded with water after shower.
Guest review by
Elzbieta
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$25.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Lovely homestay, we got everything we needed. The room is cozy and very clean, it is just a few steps from the beach. Kitchen is well equipped. Lucky is a great and helpful host:)
Guest review by
Anna
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews
A little bit of paradise by the sea! Deep Blue is beautiful and the rooms are wonderfully designed. Ruziak is a great host and an excellent communicator. He organised an excellent bbq'd supper of freshly caught fish which was served on our patio and a 5am tuk tuk to the railway station in Matara.The swimming pool and gardens are fabulous with plenty of places to relax. I highly recommend
Guest review by
Wild
Young couple