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15 Sept - 16 Sept
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16 Sept - 17 Sept
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18 Sept - 20 Sept
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25 Sept - 27 Sept

Our top choices for Matara family-friendly hotels

A breakfast table set with plates of food, drinks, and condiments.
A sunset view through a window with a wooden frame, palm trees, and a calm sea.
A spacious room with a dining table, chairs, a water dispenser, and a view through large windows.
A beach with palm trees and ocean waves.

1. The Ocean Villa

The Ocean Villa
maddewatta
AU$63
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Ocean Villa
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, string lights, and potted plants against a sunset sky.
A modern bathroom with a large window, a wooden ceiling, and a built-in sink.
A circular jacuzzi with a view of the ocean.
A modern hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

2. Hotel Ferola

Hotel Ferola
Matara
AU$155
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Hotel Ferola
A seating area with a view of the ocean, featuring a round table and wooden chairs.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and clear turquoise waters.
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a concrete floor.
A building with a sign reading 'SURFING ELEPHANT' and a covered entrance area.

3. Surfing Elephant Resort

Surfing Elephant Resort
Polhena, Matara
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Surfing Elephant Resort
A beach resort with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and sun loungers.
A sunset view with palm trees and a wooden deck.
A beachfront property with a large, multi-story building, palm trees, and a rocky shoreline.
A balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees, wooden furniture, and a tiled floor.

4. Lakraj Heritage

Lakraj Heritage
Matara
AU$103
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Lakraj Heritage
A multi-story building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a staircase.
A hotel room with a bed, two wall-mounted lights, an air conditioning unit, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden bench, a large mirror, and wall-mounted lights.
A swimming pool with a glass edge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and doors.

5. Bienvenido madiha

Bienvenido madiha
Matara
AU$77
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Bienvenido madiha
A beach view with a person sitting on a surfboard, beach chairs in the foreground, and waves in the background.
A white door with a grid pattern, a small potted plant to the left, and a concrete floor.
Elephants in a natural water setting with a clear sky.
A single bed with a white sheet and a dark brown cover, positioned against a plain white wall with two small red wall sconces.

6. Surf Ocean Villa

Surf Ocean Villa
Matara
AU$23
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Surf Ocean Villa
A bedroom with a canopy bed, a wooden ceiling, a sofa with colorful cushions, and a vase of flowers.
A garden with various plants and a house in the background.
A bedroom with a canopy bed, a sofa, and a decorative plant arrangement.
A courtyard with a house, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

7. Matota Family Villa

Matota Family Villa
Matara
AU$21
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Matota Family Villa
Two people sitting on a bench in a garden area with a white fence and greenery in the background.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, and a small table. There is a wooden desk with a chair and a shelf with various items.
A ferry docked at a pier with several boats in the background.
A dining table with various dishes and a bottle of water.

8. Prasad Suomi Villa

Prasad Suomi Villa
Matara
AU$30
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Prasad Suomi Villa
A modern building with a sign reading "JOALIS VILLA POLHOM".
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, black marble countertops, and various appliances including a stove, coffee maker, and toaster.
A hallway leading to a kitchen with white cabinets and a red rug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a vase with flowers on the table.

9. Joalis Villa Polhena Pvt Ltd

Joalis Villa Polhena Pvt Ltd
Matara
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Joalis Villa Polhena Pvt Ltd
A pool with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.
A spacious kitchen with a wooden island, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A dining area with a view of the ocean, wooden furniture, and a seating area with colorful cushions.
A balcony with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

10. Chillax Villas

Chillax Villas
Matara
  • Families splash into seaside fun at Chillax Villas, just minutes from Mirissa Beach with poolside adventures and kid-friendly comfort.
AU$277
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Chillax Villas
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Matara

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Matara

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, string lights, and potted plants against a sunset sky.
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a wooden overhang.
A circular jacuzzi with a view of the ocean.
A modern hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

Hotel Ferola

Hotel Ferola
Matara
AU$155
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Hotel Ferola
A seating area with a view of the ocean, featuring a round table and wooden chairs.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and clear turquoise waters.
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a concrete floor.
A building with a sign reading 'SURFING ELEPHANT' and a covered entrance area.

Surfing Elephant Resort

Surfing Elephant Resort
Polhena, Matara
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Surfing Elephant Resort
A pool with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.
A residential building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, overlooking a beach with waves and a clear blue sky.
A kitchen with a central island, wooden stools, a built-in bench with cushions, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A balcony with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

Chillax Villas

Chillax Villas
Matara
AU$277
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Chillax Villas
A multi-story building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a staircase.
A hotel room with a bed, two wall-mounted lights, an air conditioning unit, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden bench, a large mirror, and wall-mounted lights.
A swimming pool with a glass edge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and doors.

Bienvenido madiha

Bienvenido madiha
Matara
AU$77
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Bienvenido madiha
A beach resort with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and sun loungers.
A sunset view with palm trees and a wooden deck.
A beachfront property with a large, multi-story building, palm trees, and a rocky shoreline.
A hotel room with a bed, a green bedspread, and a potted orchid.

Lakraj Heritage

Lakraj Heritage
Matara
AU$103
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Lakraj Heritage
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Matara Hotel Reviews

Randiya Sea View Hotel

Randiya Sea View Hotel

8/10 Good
"The room was large and beds very comfortable. Staff were very helpful and beach was opposite with good independent restaurants ."
Joyce 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Randiya Sea View Hotel
Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Very beautiful hotel and people"
Julie Enoh Akpbasa 14-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa
Weligama Bay Resort

Weligama Bay Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Our stay in the garden villa was really great. It was clean and spacious with a semi outdoor bathroom. The pool area was straight in front of the ocean so you could watch the waves from your sunbed. Surf board hire was cheap with a large range of boards. Drinks were cheap and food yummy."
Sharon 2-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Weligama Bay Resort
Mandara Resort

Mandara Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Nice beach front location. Relaxed friendly staff. Good food, bar and pool. Had a great stay."
Mike 2-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Mandara Resort

Frequently asked questions

What's Matara like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Matara is a great choice if you've been considering a holiday with the children. The beaches, surfing spots and swimming spots are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays.
What's the best family accommodation in Matara?
Chillax Villas is a guesthouse with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices for your family trip include Losu Polhena and Amaloh Boutique Resorts.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Matara?
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's there to see and do with your family in Matara?
While you and the family are holidaying in Matara, you may want to explore some of the attractions here such as Mirissa Fisheries Harbor, Polhena Beach and Madiha Beach. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Matara Beach and Lakshawaththa Beach.

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