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A bedroom with a bed, a hanging lamp, a view of the beach, and a large potted plant.

1. Dreamsea surf camp Sri Lanka

Ahangama

Louis

AED 598 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A reception desk with a laptop, a calendar, and a display case containing a teapot.

2. Nest Residence - Hostel

Tangalle

AED 34 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A rustic building with a thatched roof, a stone wall, and a paved pathway leading to a dining area.

3. Wake N Flow, Hiriketiya

Hiriketiya

AED 74 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

An outdoor covered patio with wooden tables and benches, a sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

4. R BackPacker Hostel

Ahangama

Lillian

AED 13 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a large mirror, and a potted plant.

5. Chaya Mega Hostel

Matara

A person relaxing on a lounge chair in an outdoor setting with string lights overhead.

6. Sugar Hostel Weligama

Weligama

"We stayed in sugar hostel for two nights and it was a lovely experience although it started out a little rocky. When we first entered there was a little confusion with the booking. Even though the booking details were clear on our end on they had not received our booking. The staff were really kind and friendly and they handled the situation well and we were so happy about it. Overall we had a pleasant stay. Would definitely visit again and we are keen on visiting any other properties that they...

NEEWIN HERSHALL

A covered outdoor area with a hammock, wooden chairs, and a concrete planter with a tree.

7. Happy hammocks, Weligama

Weligama

A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

8. Kabalana Surf Hostel

ahangama

AED 142 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a dining table, and hanging wicker baskets.

9. Banana Bunks Mirissa

Mirissa

AED 734 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Roaming Retreat Hostel & villa

Ahangama

AED 204 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A beachside patio with wooden tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

11. Surfing Tusker - Thalpe

Talpe

AED 156 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A swimming pool with a colorful mural on the walls, a covered seating area, and a small bar.

12. Cycling Backpacker Hostel

Unawatuna

AED 36 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hammock in a garden area with a bicycle and a potted plant nearby.

13. Wake N Flow, Ahangama

Ahangama

AED 90 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A tree-lined outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a building with a tiled roof, and potted plants.

14. Dihein surf Hostel

Ahangama

AED 30 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a hanging mosquito net, a small desk, and a chair.

15. Costels Weligama

Weligama

AED 130 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

16. Amaya Hotel and Restaurant

Dikwella

AED 67 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A row of white and green buildings with a tiled roof, surrounded by a dirt courtyard and small trees.

17. Hostel First Mirissa

Mirissa

A room with a large window, a bench, a table, and a potted plant.

18. Coco Drift Hiriketiya

Hiriketiya

A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a plant, and a window with a view of greenery.

19. Costels mirissa

Mirissa

Mats

AED 140 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A well-maintained garden with various plants and a pathway leading to a building.

20. Nature Rex - Hostel

Weligama

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Top Matara Hotel Reviews

Radisson Collection Resort & Spa, Galle

8/10 Good

"Needs to be much more customer and traveller oriented on your inside restaurant and Bar needs to be much more colourful and separate."

Southbeach Weligama

8/10 Good

"Our stay was amazing, the rooftop is the best. The food is really good and prepared with care. It’s a new hotel so obviously there are teething issues like- 1-There’s a hairdryer in the bathroom but no compatible input for its plug. 2- The gym machines even though new but are not maintained or cleaned regularly. 3- The charging point behind the bed can’t be reached cause of the headboard. These can be fixed easily so other than this the rooms are spacious and spotless. Pretty kid friendly too."

Neem Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The property is stunning and beautifully crafted, every corner of the property was picture perfect and aesthetic. The staff were extremely friendly and the manager, Rohan was super helpful - he helped us book our safari and massages. The pool is beautiful and looks exactly like the photos and is clean. The breakfast being included was super helpful and was very yummy with a good selection and excellent ingredients. Neem is extremely peaceful and relaxing. The beach right outside the hotel is stunning but not the best place to swim so I would recommend either staying by the pool or venturing out to nearby spots such as welligama or mirissa if you want to swim or polhena beach for turtle snorkelling - all within 20 minutes of the hotel. Our stay was wonderful and I would recommend this hotel to anyone, it is perfect."

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Our top choices for Matara hostels

1. Dreamsea surf camp Sri Lanka

2. Nest Residence - Hostel

3. Wake N Flow, Hiriketiya

4. R BackPacker Hostel

5. Chaya Mega Hostel

6. Sugar Hostel Weligama

7. Happy hammocks, Weligama

8. Kabalana Surf Hostel

9. Banana Bunks Mirissa

10. Roaming Retreat Hostel & villa

11. Surfing Tusker - Thalpe

12. Cycling Backpacker Hostel

13. Wake N Flow, Ahangama

14. Dihein surf Hostel

15. Costels Weligama

16. Amaya Hotel and Restaurant

17. Hostel First Mirissa

18. Coco Drift Hiriketiya

19. Costels mirissa

20. Nature Rex - Hostel

Top Matara Hotel Reviews

Radisson Collection Resort & Spa, Galle

Southbeach Weligama

Coastline Mirissa Boutique hotel and spa

Neem Boutique Hotel

Cape Weligama - Relais and Chateaux

Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa

Randiya Sea View Hotel

The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle

Beach & Bliss Mirissa

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