Top Hostels in Matara in 2026

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black countertop, a bed with a wooden frame and white bedding, and a bowl of yellow fruit on the table.

1. Dreamers Lodge - Hostel

Mirissa

₹2,690 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

2. Banana Bunks Mirissa

Mirissa

₹17,472 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

₹1,449 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

4. Costels mirissa

Mirissa

Mats

₹2,133 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A person sitting on a chair in a room with a potted plant and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Roaming Retreat Hostel & villa

Ahangama

₹4,623 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a person sitting on a towel.

6. Chaya Mega Hostel

Matara

₹1,504 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A two-story building with a sign for 'Amaya Juice Bar' and 'Coffee Shop'. There are two cars parked in front.

7. Amaya Hotel and Restaurant

Dikwella

₹908 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

8. Dreamsea surf camp Sri Lanka

Ahangama

Louis

₹8,644 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Top Matara Hotel Reviews

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We're a New Zealand family of four living in the UAE and stayed for eight nights in mid October. We had a fantastic holiday and would happily return. Staff were friendly and helpful, and the traditional Sri Lankan welcome dance was a lovely touch. All rooms face the ocean. Our spacious rooms had great views of the beach and pools, comfortable beds, good bathrooms and excellent air conditioning. Breakfast was excellent, with plenty of variety, fresh fruit, juices, an omelette station, French toast and bacon. The pools were clean, with food and drinks delivered poolside, although the water was quite warm. The gym was well equipped for a resort. Surf lessons directly outside the hotel were great value at LKR 4,000 per person for 1 hr and 15 min. Our boys loved them and surfed every day. We enjoyed the beachfront Surf's Up restaurant, and the Weligama Kitchen buffet at LKR 9,500 per person. Hotel dining and excursions can be expensive, so compare prices with local alternatives. October brought some rain, but it was warm and the showers didn't stop us enjoying our stay. Useful tips: ATMs are across the road, local restaurants are within walking distance, and a cheap tuktuk to town cost around LKR 500. Overall, the beachfront location, excellent breakfast, comfortable rooms and easy access to surfing made this a great family resort. The warm pools and higher prices were minor drawbacks. We'd We'd happily stay again. Highly recommended from this Kiwi family 🇳🇿🇱🇰"

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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Matara Hostels information

Number of reviews	8
Accommodation	42 Hostels
Lowest Price	₹305
Highest Price	₹17,472

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Matara?

By going with a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and save more of your money for fun things to do during your trip.

What is a hostel?

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but all of them have a few things in common, including budget prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

What are the best hostels in Matara?

You may like the prices at this top accommodation in the surrounding area, which has positive reviews from our travellers: Neem Boutique Hotel - 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the heart of Matara. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Matara?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Matara are November, May, October and December, with each month seeing an average of 259 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Matara?

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore some places near Matara. Get out into nature with places such as Polhena Beach, Madiha Beach and Matara Beach. Cultural attractions include Handunugoda Tea Estate. Additional attractions include Our Lady of Matara Shrine, Star Fort and Nilwala River.

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Our top choices for Matara hostels

1. Dreamers Lodge - Hostel

2. Banana Bunks Mirissa

3. Wake N Flow, Hiriketiya

4. Costels mirissa

5. Roaming Retreat Hostel & villa

6. Chaya Mega Hostel

7. Amaya Hotel and Restaurant

8. Dreamsea surf camp Sri Lanka

9. Dihein surf Hostel

10. Kabalana Surf Hostel

11. Kottamba Resort & Coworker Hostel

12. R BackPacker Hostel

13. Surfing Tusker - Thalpe

14. Wake N Flow, Ahangama

15. Cycling Backpacker Hostel

16. Nest Residence - Hostel

Top Matara Hotel Reviews

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

Southbeach Weligama

Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna- Where you meet the sea all year

Coastline Mirissa Boutique hotel and spa

Neem Boutique Hotel

Cape Weligama - Relais and Chateaux

Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa

Radisson Collection Resort & Spa, Galle

Randiya Sea View Hotel

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Change your mind

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Our top choices for Matara hostels

1. Dreamers Lodge - Hostel

2. Banana Bunks Mirissa

3. Wake N Flow, Hiriketiya

4. Costels mirissa

5. Roaming Retreat Hostel & villa

6. Chaya Mega Hostel

7. Amaya Hotel and Restaurant

8. Dreamsea surf camp Sri Lanka

9. Dihein surf Hostel

10. Kabalana Surf Hostel

11. Kottamba Resort & Coworker Hostel

12. R BackPacker Hostel

13. Surfing Tusker - Thalpe

14. Wake N Flow, Ahangama

15. Cycling Backpacker Hostel

16. Nest Residence - Hostel

Top Matara Hotel Reviews

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

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