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A resort with a swimming pool, lush greenery, and a view of a large lake and mountains.

A wooden deck with wicker furniture and a glass ceiling.

A modern hotel with a large outdoor swimming pool, a covered bar area, and a well-lit exterior.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a glass enclosure with a view of the outdoors.

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

Weerawila

Chaminda

AU$170

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A dining area with a view of a swimming pool and lush greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a green sofa, a ceiling fan, and a decorative wall piece.

A dining table set for four with chairs, plates, cutlery, and napkins.

A swimming pool with a wooden bench, a covered seating area, and a building with large windows and a balcony.

2. Yala Hotel Elephant Eye

Thissamaharama

Senoli

AU$56

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A large, white building with multiple arched windows and a central courtyard with a pool.

A large, white building with multiple arched windows and a central fountain.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and a chandelier.

A large, white building with a central courtyard and a swimming pool.

3. Kynrock Hotels & Resorts

Kataragama

Flame

AU$125

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A clear swimming pool with a starfish decoration, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

A natural landscape with a large open area, possibly a field or clearing, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted artwork, and a large window with curtains.

A landscape with a prominent tree in the foreground and dense greenery in the background.

4. The Vintara Wild Resort Hambantota

Hambantota

AU$121

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A resort pool area with fire pits, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A beachside dining setup with a table and chairs under a canopy, surrounded by lanterns.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, and a sink. There is a bench and a small table with candles.

A woman in a blue dress walking towards a gate with a view of the ocean.

5. Shangri-La Hambantota

Ambalantota

Demitri

AU$241

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery.

A poolside area with a person relaxing in the water, surrounded by trees and outdoor furniture.

A multi-story hotel with a rooftop pool and surrounding greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, a television, a wardrobe, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Grand Tamarind Lake

Kataragama

Denzil

AU$126

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and wicker furniture, surrounded by a building with large windows and outdoor lighting.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a dining table.

An outdoor patio area with seating, a bar, and a covered seating area with hanging lights.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

7. Wild Culture Yala

Yala

Hannah

AU$210

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A house surrounded by dense forest, with a balcony and outdoor seating area.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, a bar area, and ceiling fans.

A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool with a diving board, surrounded by a stone deck and palm trees.

8. Jungle Paradise Hotel

Udawalawa

"Une situation géographique exceptionnelle au calme dans la nature luxuriante. L’appartement de luxe est grand, très propre et dispose d’une superbe vue. Le complexe dispose d’une piscine, ce qui est très appréciable après un safari dans le parc national. Petit déjeuner et dîner succulents. La personne qui nous a accueillis était vraiment très aimable, souriante, accueillante. Nous recommandons vivement le Jungle Paradise."

Sarah

AU$82

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone seating areas.

A room with two beds, a bench, and a ceiling fan.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, concrete pillars, and seating areas with orange cushions.

A spacious room with a ceiling fan, a large window with metal bars, a green accent wall, and a seating area with cushions.

9. My Village

Thissamaharama

Rebecca

AU$86

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A tent with a glass door, a small table, and a chair inside.

An outdoor dining setup with tables arranged in a semi-circle, surrounded by trees and illuminated by candles and lanterns.

A tented accommodation with a sofa, a table with candles, and a view of the forest.

10. Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team

Thanamalvila

Shannon

AU$87

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large tree, and a concrete wall with a grill.

A building with a covered porch, surrounded by potted plants and trees.

A bed with a striped bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a window with yellow curtains.

A room with four wooden chairs, a wooden door, and a wooden ceiling.

11. Lavish Eco Jungle

Weerawila

AU$88

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A modern balcony with a wooden floor, a wicker chair, a small table with a vase, and a view of the sea.

A spacious room with a glass dining table, four chairs, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of lush greenery.

A coastal property with a beach, swimming pool, and surrounding greenery.

An outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

12. Ravana Garden Sustainable Luxury Boutique Hotel

Ambalantota

"I recently spent five nights at Ravana Garden, and it was truly amazing. Nestled on a serene, untouched beach with no other tourists in sight, this hotel is the perfect escape for anyone seeking tranquility and natural beauty. From the moment we arrived, the staff with Dilki, Lakshitha and all others made us feel right at home with their warm smiles, attentiveness, and genuine hospitality. Every detail of our stay was thoughtfully curated to ensure a perfect experience. The culinary journey in...

Tobias

AU$225

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A luxurious hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and a grand entrance.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees.

A two-story building with a red roof and a brick pathway leading to a gated entrance.

A garden with palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.

13. Hotel River Front

Thissamaharama

Kathleen

AU$72

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A treehouse with a wooden deck, a pool, and a hammock.

A tent-style bedroom with a bed, pillows, a small table, and a chair.

A tented room with a bed, a table, and a sofa.

A tented accommodation with a central bed area, surrounded by a wooden deck and steps leading up to it.

14. Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping

Thissamaharama

Anushya

AU$295

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A nighttime swimming pool area with a checkered deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A table set with a black and white checkered tablecloth, a white plate, a folded napkin, a glass, and a basket with flowers.

A hotel room with a large bed, orange bedding, a red chair, a small table, and artwork on the wall.

A courtyard with a water feature, a wooden boat, and a building with columns and a tiled roof.

15. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

Udawalawa

Mark

AU$62

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A row of thatched-roof huts surrounded by lush greenery.

A calm lake with a forested shoreline and a clear sky.

A rustic building with a thatched roof, surrounded by dense greenery.

An outdoor covered seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and hanging woven baskets.

16. Forest Lodge Eco Camp

Rankethgama

AU$103

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A swimming pool with two lounge chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a checkered floor pattern.

A covered outdoor seating area with leather sofas and a table, a checkered floor, and a view of greenery.

A wooden counter with a coffee maker, a kettle, and a plate with snacks. There are bottles of water and a can of juice.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a yellow bedspread and white bedding, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

17. Peacock Reach - Yala

Tissamaharama

AU$121

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pavilion.

A covered garden area with a central water feature, potted plants, and a gazebo structure.

18. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

Udawalawa

Ronelda

AU$71

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A rustic outdoor area with thatched-roof huts, lanterns, and a pathway.

Two people dining at an outdoor table with a thatched roof, surrounded by greenery and a night sky.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and benches, a thatched roof, and hanging light fixtures.

A thatched-roof hut with a wooden porch, surrounded by grass and trees.

19. Saffron Lake Yala

Thissamaharama

Ali

AU$69

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a building with balconies.

An outdoor dining area with tables, chairs, and a view of the landscape.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and artwork.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, a view of trees, and a painting on the wall.

20. Peacock Beach Resort & Spa

Hambantota

AU$92

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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Top Mattala Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Mattala

EKHO Safari Tissa

10/10 Excellent

"N"

Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff. Beautiful hotel."

Shangri-La Hambantota

10/10 Excellent

"The place is so beautiful and has so much to do. My only comment is the bath tub is way too old and needs replacing as it has weird non-washable spots"

Wild Culture Yala

10/10 Excellent

"This was such a peaceful relaxing place I extended my stay. Lovely tasty food and a great base for yala safari’s."

Wadula Safari Yala

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful stay. The surroundings are beautiful, with palm trees and a lake right in front of the room. It is the most beautiful location I have experienced so far in Sri Lanka. The hosts are incredibly kind and welcoming. They took me for a walk to the lake, organized a safari for me, and arranged a reliable driver at a very reasonable price. Everything was perfectly organized. The food was excellent. The curry was the best I have had in Sri Lanka, and the fresh breakfast was delicious. The room and bathroom are in a private little bungalow. Everything was spacious, spotless, modern, and very well maintained. The room had air conditioning, complimentary drinking water, shampoo, and a wide selection of toiletries. I highly recommend this place and would happily stay here again."

Big Game Yala by Eco Team

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay. When we arrived we were told it was not possible to stay because we only had one room booked, when I showed printouts of our booking with two rooms they found a second tent at the far side of the site for the first night and moved us next to each other for the second night. Thankfully our sons are adults so it didn’t really matter. The pool was closed for maintenance which was a shame! The bbq dinners were excellent, everyone sat around the campfire at tables. The tents were comfortable with showers, toilets and electric sockets. There is a plug in mosquito repellent and we didn’t get bitten at all so it must have worked!"

Elephant Trail

8/10 Good

"The staff were incredibly attentive, the pool was well maintained and fantastic addition. Prices for food and beverages extremely competitive. The food was some of the best we have had in Srilanka. Close to both the national park and transit home. Clean room and modern bathroom but lacked sockets for charging items."

Lavendish Okrin Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Thank……………,………………….!"

Centauria Wild

10/10 Excellent

"nice staff, amazing breakfast, and lake view are one of the best, especially during the sunset"

More cheap accommodation in Mattala

River Shade Inn

522/D Gangasiripura Tissamaharama Southern Province

AU$19

4 Sept - 5 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (1 review)

yala caravan village

No. 84 Gurugoda, Palatupana Thissamaharama

AU$75

17 Sept - 18 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Lavendish Tamarind Lifestyle

Raja Mawatha Kataragama Uva

AU$90

4 Sept - 5 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (5 reviews)

Rain Tree by Oak Ray

Sandugama Mawath, Tissamaharama Hambantota

AU$93

4 Sept - 5 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Ekho Safari Tissa Hotel

The Safari, Kataragama Road, TISSAMAHARAMA Thissamaharama Southern Province

AU$98

8 Sept - 9 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Art Yala

Court Road, Tikiriudanapura Thissamaharama Southern Province

AU$99

3 Oct - 4 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (11 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Mattala?

The best area to stay in Mattala is generally near the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) itself, or just a short drive away in the surrounding rural areas, depending on your primary reason for visiting.For travellers primarily using the airport for transit or as a base for exploring the nearby Yala National Park, staying in one of the boutique hotels or guesthouses a little outside the immediate airport vicinity is often the best option. These accommodations are typically set amidst paddy fields or lush gardens, offering a tranquil setting. They provide easy access to the airport, usually within a 15-30 minute drive, and often arrange airport transfers.Couples looking for a relaxing escape while being close to nature will appreciate these rural settings. Many of these properties offer amenities like outdoor pools and locally inspired dining, providing a peaceful retreat after a long flight or a safari.

When is the best time to go to Mattala?

The best time to visit Mattala is during the dry season, which runs from May to September.This period offers consistently sunny weather and low humidity, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the region. You'll find the conditions superb for wildlife safaris in nearby national parks, as well as enjoying the coastline.Couples looking for a relaxing escape will appreciate the predictable good weather for beach strolls and enjoying resort amenities without the disruption of heavy rainfall.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Mattala.

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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Mattala?

Prices for hotels in Mattala often vary, but you can find a great deal from AU$19 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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Our top choices for Mattala hotels

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

2. Yala Hotel Elephant Eye

3. Kynrock Hotels & Resorts

4. The Vintara Wild Resort Hambantota

5. Shangri-La Hambantota

6. Grand Tamarind Lake

7. Wild Culture Yala

8. Jungle Paradise Hotel

9. My Village

10. Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team

11. Lavish Eco Jungle

12. Ravana Garden Sustainable Luxury Boutique Hotel

13. Hotel River Front

14. Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping

15. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

16. Forest Lodge Eco Camp

17. Peacock Reach - Yala

18. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

19. Saffron Lake Yala

20. Peacock Beach Resort & Spa

Top Mattala Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Mattala

EKHO Safari Tissa

Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa

Shangri-La Hambantota

Wild Culture Yala

Wadula Safari Yala

Big Game Yala by Eco Team

Elephant Trail

Lavendish Okrin Hotel

Centauria Wild

More cheap accommodation in Mattala

River Shade Inn

yala caravan village

Lavendish Tamarind Lifestyle

Rain Tree by Oak Ray

Ekho Safari Tissa Hotel

Art Yala

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