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Beachfront hotels in Matara

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Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in November 2022.

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  • 1 Amaloh Boutique Resort Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Amaloh Boutique Resort

    ***** Resort. Amaloh Boutique Resort is located only a 15-minute drive from the popular Mirissa Beach. It welcomes guests with an in-house restaurant, outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi access at all public areas. Only 2 km from Matara City Centre, this elegant hotel is also a 40-minute drive from Tangalle City and approximately 2. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $135.

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  • 2 Love Birds Beach Hotel Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Love Birds Beach Hotel

    Hotel. Located in Matara, a few steps from Wellamadama Surfing Beach, Love Birds Beach Hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property is situated 700 metres from Lakshawaththa Beach, 2.6 km from Matara Beach and 2. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $41.

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  • 3 Savenrose Beach Villa Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Savenrose Beach Villa

    Hotel. Set in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Savenrose Beach Villa offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden. Around 1.2 km from Polhena Beach, the property is also 2. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $35.

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  • 4 Turtle Eco Beach Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Turtle Eco Beach

    *** Resort. Turtle Eco Beach is composed of charming traditional 8 little houses, each of the 20 rooms have private garden. This elegant property features an outdoor 25 meters salt swimming pool. Free fiber Wi-Fi access is available in its public areas. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $45.

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  • 5 Onaro Beach View Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Onaro Beach View

    *** Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Onaro Beach View offers 3-star accommodation in Matara and features a garden and private beach area. This 3-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. Every room comes with a balcony. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $22.

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  • 6 Top Secret Beach Hotel Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Top Secret Beach Hotel

    Hotel. Situated in Matara, within a few steps of Lakshawaththa Beach and 1.3 km of Matara Beach, Top Secret Beach Hotel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. 1. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $27.

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  • 7 Chanro Surf Dream Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Chanro Surf Dream

    Hotel. Situated in Matara, within 200 metres of Midigama Beach and 600 metres of Ahangama Beach, Chanro Surf Dream features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 22 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 22 km from Galle Fort and 22 km from Dutch Church Galle. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $20.

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  • 8 La Polena Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: La Polena

    Hotel. Set in Matara, La Polena offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Madiha Beach and features various facilities, such as a garden, a terrace and a private beach area. The property is situated 800 metres from Polhena Beach, 2.8 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach and 32 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $16.

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  • 9 The Seascape Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: The Seascape

    Hotel. Situated in Matara, a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, The Seascape features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. 1 km from Matara Beach and 1.6 km from Wellamadama Surfing Beach, the property provides a restaurant and a bar. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $99.

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  • 10 Hotel Nawathana Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Hotel Nawathana

    *** Hotel. Hotel Nawathana offers air-conditioned rooms, each with a private terrace and wooden bench. Located in historical Fort Matara, the property features an outdoor swimming pool and restaurant. Mirissa Beach is a 20-minute drive away while the city of Galle is a 1-hour drive from Hotel Nawathana. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $23.

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  • 11 Kaminrich Cottage Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Kaminrich Cottage

    Hotel. Situated in Matara, 200 metres from Madiha Beach, Kaminrich Cottage features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge. 400 metres from Polhena Beach and 2.3 km from Matara Beach, the property offers a garden and a terrace. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $24.

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  • 12 Polhena Coral Reef Resort Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Polhena Coral Reef Resort

    Hotel. Polhena Coral Reef Resort provides private rooms with free WiFi and the option of having breakfast served in the rooms. Featuring a restaurant and private beach area, the resort has a 24-hour front desk. Each room is fan-cooled and comes with a seating area and desk. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around $8.

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  • 13 Culture Resort Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Culture Resort

    Hotel. Offering a year-round outdoor pool and barbecue, Culture Resort is located in Matara. The hotel has a sun terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is featured and free private parking is available on site. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $50.

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  • 14 LakRaj Heritage Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: LakRaj Heritage

    *** Hotel. Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a sun terrace, LakRaj Heritage offers pet-friendly accommodation in Matara, 6 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple. Free private parking is available on site. The rooms are fitted with a TV. You will find room service at the property. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $63.

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  • 15 Fort Sea View Hotel Matara, Sri Lanka

    Fort Sea View Hotel

    Hotel. Situated in Matara, 300 metres from Matara Beach, Fort Sea View Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $9.

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  • 16 Milano Beach Hotel Matara, Sri Lanka

    Milano Beach Hotel

    *** Hotel. Set in Matara, 200 metres from Matara Beach, Milano Beach Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Hummanaya Blow Hole is 26 km from the hotel and Galle International Cricket Stadium is 46 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $15.

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  • 17 Ocean Breeze Villa Matara, Sri Lanka

    Ocean Breeze Villa

    Hotel. Located in Matara, a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, Ocean Breeze Villa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Less than 1 km from Matara Beach and a 19-minute walk from Wellamadama Surfing Beach, the property features a range of water sports facilities, as well as a private beach area. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $30.

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  • 18 Reef Garden Hotel Matara, Sri Lanka

    Reef Garden Hotel

    ** Hotel. Overlooking Polhena Beach in Sri Lanka, this hotel features a garden, an outdoor pool and complimentary parking. Its rooms come with a balcony. Polhena Reef Garden Hotel is 2 km from Matara City, and the Matara railway station and bus stand. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around $25.

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  • 19 Kiralawella Beach Inn Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Kiralawella Beach Inn

    Guest house. Located in Matara and with Devinuwara Beach reachable within a few steps, Kiralawella Beach Inn provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is situated 1.2 km from Wawwa Beach, 2. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $15.

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  • 20 Sayuri Beach Hotel Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Sayuri Beach Hotel

    Guest house. Set in Matara, a few steps from Polhena Beach, Sayuri Beach Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is around 500 metres from Madiha Beach, 2 km from Matara Beach and 31 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole. Free WiFi and room service are offered. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $25.

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  • 21 Sunset Surfing Beach Resort Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Sunset Surfing Beach Resort

    Guest house. Offering a sun terrace and views of the sea, sunset surfing beach hotel is situated 3 km from Mirissa, 4 km from Matara and 7 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $10.

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  • 22 Beach Inns Holiday Resort Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Beach Inns Holiday Resort

    Guest house. Offering a private beach and beach side restaurant, Beach Inns Holiday Resort is located in Matara. It features various of activities including diving, fishing, cycling and turtle watching from the on-site terrace. Free Wi-Fi is available in public area. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $36.

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  • 23 Surf Range Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Surf Range

    Guest house. Set in Matara, a few steps from Lakshawaththa Beach, Surf Range offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a private beach area. Located around 600 metres from Matara Beach, the guest house with free WiFi is also 1.9 km away from Wellamadama Surfing Beach. Show full description Guest review score 10.0, rooms from around $14.

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  • 24 Aurora Echo Villa Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Aurora Echo Villa

    Bed and Breakfast. Aurora Echo Villa features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Matara, 200 metres from Madiha Beach. All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a Full English/Irish or an Asian breakfast. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $17.

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  • 25 Seadina Coral Home Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Seadina Coral Home

    Guest house. Situated in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, Seadina Coral Home features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 700 metres from Polhena Beach, 2.9 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach and 32 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $18.

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  • 26 The Ocean Villa Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: The Ocean Villa

    Bed and Breakfast. With sea views, The Ocean Villa is set in Matara and has a restaurant, a shared kitchen, bar, garden, terrace and barbecue. Both WiFi and private parking are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. All units come with a balcony with mountain views, a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop, and a private bathroom with bidet. All units are air conditioned and include a seating and/or dining area. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, Italian or vegetarian options. Windsurfing, diving and fishing are possible within the area, and The Ocean Villa offers a range of water sports facilities. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Lakshawaththa Beach, Matara Beach and Wellamadama Surfing Beach. The nearest airport is Koggala, 34 km from The Ocean Villa, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $31.

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  • 27 Season Four Eco Cabana Mini Jungle Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Season Four Eco Cabana Mini Jungle

    Guest house. Offering a restaurant and beach front, Season Four Eco Cabana Mini Jungle is located in Matara and provides a 24-hour front desk for the convenience of the guests. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a minibar, seating area and work desk. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $16.

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  • 28 THE OCEAN VILLA AT SURF SPOT Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: THE OCEAN VILLA AT SURF SPOT

    Bed and Breakfast. With Lakshawaththa Beach reachable in a few steps, THE OCEAN VILLA AT SURF SPOT features accommodation, a restaurant, a garden, a terrace and a bar. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the bed and breakfast free of charge. Some units have a balcony and/or a patio with sea views. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $10.

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  • 29 The Doctor's House Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: The Doctor's House

    Hostel. Situated in Matara, a few steps from Madiha Beach, The Doctor's House features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 1.1 km of Polhena Beach. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $10.

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  • 30 SN Guest Mirissa Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: SN Guest Mirissa

    Guest house. Set in Matara, 1 km from Mirissa Beach, SN Guest Mirissa features views of the sea. The property is located 1.6 km from Weligambay Beach, 2. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $10.

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  • 31 Tropi Turtle Guesthouse Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Tropi Turtle Guesthouse

    Hostel. Offering a restaurant, Tropi Turtle Guesthouse is located just 300 metres from the Polhena Beach. Free WiFi access is available. Some rooms come with private bathrooms. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $8.

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  • 32 Polhena Reef Edge Hostel Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Polhena Reef Edge Hostel

    Hostel. Polhena Reef Edge Hostel has free bikes, garden, a restaurant and bar in Matara. Boasting a private beach area, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 200 metres from Polhena Beach, less than 1 km from Madiha Beach and a 19-minute walk from Matara Beach. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, luggage storage space and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $20.

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  • 33 Surf Lodge Matara, Sri Lanka

    Guest house. Set in Matara, Surf Lodge offers beachfront accommodation 400 metres from Madiha Beach and offers various facilities, such as a garden, a terrace and a private beach area. The property is situated 1.6 km from Polhena Beach, 2 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach and 32 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole. Show full description Guest review score 10.0, rooms from around $30.

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  • 34 My Home Resort Matara, Sri Lanka

    My Home Resort

    Guest house. Set in Matara, 80 metres from Madiha Beach, My Home Resort offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Less than 1 km from Polhena Beach and 2.8 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach, the guest house features a private beach area. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $22.

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  • 35 CosyNsurf Matara, Sri Lanka

    CosyNsurf

    Bed and Breakfast. Situated in Matara, CosyNsurf features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a restaurant, a bar and a garden. Units are fitted with a kitchen with a dining area, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and bidet. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at CosyNsurf. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Madiha Beach, Kamburugamuwa Beach and Polhena Beach. The nearest airport is Koggala, 27 km from CosyNsurf, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $20.

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  • 36 Kings Marine SK Town Matara, Sri Lanka

    Kings Marine SK Town

    Guest house. Situated in Matara, 200 metres from Lakshawaththa Beach, Kings Marine SK Town features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. The property is set less than 1 km from Wellamadama Surfing Beach, a 18-minute walk from Matara Beach and 24 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole. Dutch Church Galle is 48 km away and Galle Light house is 48 km from the guest house. Show full description Guest review score 9.4

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  • 37 Senuri guest house Matara, Sri Lanka

    Senuri guest house

    Guest house. Located in Matara, Senuri guest house offers beachfront accommodation 1.3 km from Midigama Beach and provides various facilities, such as a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is around 25 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 25 km from Galle Fort and 25 km from Dutch Church Galle. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $14.

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  • 38 Surfing Waves Madiha Matara, Sri Lanka

    Surfing Waves Madiha

    Guest house. Located in Matara, 600 metres from Madiha Beach, Surfing Waves Madiha provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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  • 39 Guillet Beach Home Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Guillet Beach Home

    Homestay. Situated in Matara, just 100 metres from Lakshawaththa Beach, Guillet Beach Home features beachfront accommodation with a restaurant, a shared lounge, a garden and free WiFi. This homestay offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. There is a seating area, a dining area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher, a fridge and an oven. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $15.

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  • 40 Silverlane Beach House Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Silverlane Beach House

    ***** Villa. Located on the beachfront in Matara, Silverlane Beach House features a self-catering villa with free WiFi access and its own private pool. Sea, garden and pool views can be enjoyed. Fitted with a patio and terrace, the spacious villa features living and dining areas, a bathtroom and a kitchen with a microwave, an oven and a toaster. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $455.

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  • 41 TS2W See More Beach Tree house Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: TS2W See More Beach Tree house

    Apartment. Featuring a garden, private pool and sea views, TS2W See More Beach Treehouse is set in Matara. With pool views, this accommodation offers a balcony. The apartment includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a bidet and a shower, a seating area, and a kitchen with a fridge. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $108.

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  • 42 Light house beach home Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Light house beach home

    Homestay. Situated in Matara, Light house beach home features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. à la carte and Asian breakfast options are available each morning at the homestay. Light house beach home offers a barbecue. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $13.

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  • 43 Home Stay Madiha Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Home Stay Madiha

    Inn. Situated in Matara, 700 metres from Madiha Beach, Home Stay Madiha features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is set 1.7 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach, 1. Show full description Guest review score 9.9

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  • 44 Sewwandi Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Sewwandi

    Homestay. Located in Matara, 700 metres from Dickwella Beach and 2.9 km from Bathigama Beach, Sewwandi offers a terrace and air conditioning. Set a few steps from Hiriketiya Beach, the property offers a garden and free private parking. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $20.

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  • 45 The Ocean Villa Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: The Ocean Villa

    Apartment. With sea views, The Ocean Villa is set in Matara and has a restaurant, a shared kitchen, bar, garden and terrace. Complimentary WiFi is offered. All units come with a balcony with mountain views, a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop, and a private bathroom with bidet. All units are air conditioned and include a seating and/or dining area. A à la carte breakfast is available every morning at the apartment. After a day of hiking, windsurfing or cycling, guests can relax in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near The Ocean Villa include Lakshawaththa Beach, Matara Beach and Wellamadama Surfing Beach. The nearest airport is Koggala, 34 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $28.

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  • 46 Deep Blue Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Deep Blue

    Homestay. 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. Guests can relax in the garden equipped with BBQ facilities and children’s playground. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around $60.

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  • 47 Season Four Eco Treehouse Matara, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Season Four Eco Treehouse

    Country house. Located in Matara, just a few steps from Wellamadama Surfing Beach, Season Four Eco Treehouse provides beachfront accommodation with free bikes, a garden, a shared lounge and free WiFi. This country house offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, a minibar and a toaster and there is bidet with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $29.

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  • 48 Tropical Point Inn Matara, Sri Lanka

    Tropical Point Inn

    Inn. Set in Matara, 200 metres from Polhena Beach, Tropical Point Inn offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. The property is situated less than 1 km from Madiha Beach, a 19-minute walk from Matara Beach and 3 km from Kamburugamuwa Beach. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $11.

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  • 49 Miracle ocean Villa Matara, Sri Lanka

    Miracle ocean Villa

    Holiday home. Featuring a garden, a terrace, and a restaurant, Miracle ocean Villa provides accommodation in Matara with free WiFi and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The holiday home includes 2 bedrooms and a kitchenette with a fridge and a kettle. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $20.

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