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Hotels & Accommodation in Matara

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Where to stay in Matara?

Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Matara on Hotels.com. These Matara hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 26 September 2026.

1. Neem Boutique Hotel

Neem Boutique Hotel
Kamburugamuwa
R2 003
R2 363 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Neem Boutique Hotel

2. The Ocean Villa

The Ocean Villa
maddewatta
R679
R801 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Ocean Villa

3. Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort

Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort
Matara
R258
R304 total
includes taxes & fees
05 Oct - 06 Oct
Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort

4. Thilo Villa Matara

Thilo Villa Matara
Matara
R933
R1 101 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Thilo Villa Matara

5. Kings Villa

Kings Villa
Matara
R4 110
R5 384 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Kings Villa

6. Hotel Ferola

Hotel Ferola
Matara
R1 247
R1 471 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Hotel Ferola

7. Surfing Elephant Resort

Surfing Elephant Resort
Polhena, Matara
R1 104
R1 303 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Surfing Elephant Resort

8. Matota Family Villa

Matota Family Villa
Matara
R192
R251 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Matota Family Villa

9. Seasons Four

Seasons Four
Matara
R335
R538 total
includes taxes & fees
09 Oct - 10 Oct
Seasons Four

10. Lakraj Heritage

Lakraj Heritage
Matara
R1 039
R1 226 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Lakraj Heritage

11. Grand Rockland Hotel

Grand Rockland Hotel
Matara
R435
R514 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Grand Rockland Hotel

12. Surf Ocean Villa

Surf Ocean Villa
Matara
R202
R264 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Surf Ocean Villa

13. Villa Aurora

Villa Aurora
Matara
R338
R442 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Villa Aurora

14. Bienvenido madiha

Bienvenido madiha
Matara
R822
R980 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Bienvenido madiha

15. Talalla BnB

Talalla BnB
Matara
R369
R440 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Talalla BnB

16. Nil Diya Beach Resort

Nil Diya Beach Resort
Matara
R479
R571 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Nil Diya Beach Resort

17. Kaminrich Polhena

Kaminrich Polhena
Matara
R933
R1 101 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Kaminrich Polhena

18. Prasad Suomi Villa

Prasad Suomi Villa
Matara
R283
R367 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Prasad Suomi Villa

19. Villa Océane

Villa Océane
Matara
R2 112
R2 766 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Villa Océane

20. crystal wave

crystal wave
Matara
R288
R340 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
crystal wave
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Hotel Ferola

Hotel Ferola
Matara
R1 560 off
R1 280
per night
R3 020 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Ferola

Surendra Seaview

Surendra Seaview
Matara
R839
per night
R1 979 total
includes taxes & fees
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Surendra Seaview

Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort

Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort
Matara
R57 off
R258
per night
R609 total
includes taxes & fees
Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort

Nil Diya Beach Resort

Nil Diya Beach Resort
Matara
R411 off
R479
per night
R1 142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nil Diya Beach Resort

Villa Océane

Villa Océane
Matara
R986 off
R1 972
per night
R5 167 total
includes taxes & fees
Villa Océane

Neem Boutique Hotel

Neem Boutique Hotel
Kamburugamuwa
R223 off
R2 003
per night
R2 363 total
includes taxes & fees
Neem Boutique Hotel

Hotel Ferola

Hotel Ferola
Matara
R206 off
R1 853
per night
R2 187 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Ferola

Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort

Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort
Matara
R29 off
R258
per night
R304 total
includes taxes & fees
Pearl Kingdom Hotel & Resort

Nil Diya Beach Resort

Nil Diya Beach Resort
Matara
R513
per night
R612 total
includes taxes & fees
Nil Diya Beach Resort

Villa Océane

Villa Océane
Matara
R2 521
per night
R3 303 total
includes taxes & fees
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Villa Océane

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Neem Boutique Hotel

Neem Boutique Hotel
Kamburugamuwa
R2 003
R2 363 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Neem Boutique Hotel

Hotel Ferola

Hotel Ferola
Matara
R1 247
R1 471 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Hotel Ferola

Villa Océane

Villa Océane
Matara
R2 112
R2 766 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Villa Océane

Lakraj Heritage

Lakraj Heritage
Matara
R1 039
R1 226 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Lakraj Heritage

Thilo Villa Matara

Thilo Villa Matara
Matara
R933
R1 101 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Thilo Villa Matara

Surfing Elephant Resort

Surfing Elephant Resort
Polhena, Matara
R1 104
R1 303 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Surfing Elephant Resort

Nil Diya Beach Resort

Nil Diya Beach Resort
Matara
R479
R571 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Nil Diya Beach Resort

Chillax Villas

Chillax Villas
Matara
R2 557
R3 349 total
includes taxes & fees
09 Oct - 10 Oct
Chillax Villas

Bienvenido madiha

Bienvenido madiha
Matara
R822
R980 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Bienvenido madiha

Polhena Grand Resort

Polhena Grand Resort
Matara
R977
R1 338 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Polhena Grand Resort
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Top landmarks in Matara

A rocky shoreline with clear turquoise water and waves crashing against the rocks.
Photo by Botak Jon

Polhena Beach

8.2/10 (31 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Polhena Beach, located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from central Matara. Catch the sunset by the shore at Madiha Beach, just a short walk away.
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A beach with waves, palm trees, and a building.
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Madiha Beach

If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Madiha Beach, located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from central Matara. Catch the sunset by the shore at Polhena Beach, just a short walk away.
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Our Lady of Matara Shrine

You might want to get your camera out and head to Our Lady of Matara Shrine – just one of the landmarks located 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from central Matara. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?
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Matara Beach

6.0/10 (1 review)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Matara Beach, located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Matara. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Polhena Beach, Madiha Beach and Lakshawaththa Beach.
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Star Fort

8.4/10 (15 reviews)
Star Fort is worth a visit, located 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Matara. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?
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Parevi Duwa

6.0/10 (2 reviews)
Parevi Duwa is just one of the landmarks located 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Matara, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?
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Lakshawaththa Beach

When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Lakshawaththa Beach, located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central Matara. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Wellamadama Surfing Beach located nearby.
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Wellamadama Surfing Beach

When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Wellamadama Surfing Beach, located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from central Matara. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Lakshawaththa Beach located nearby.
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Learn more about Matara

Matara is well known for its attractions such as Polhena Beach and Madiha Beach. This welcoming city has something for everyone including sights like Our Lady of Matara Shrine and Star Fort.

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A beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and a sandy shore.
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