Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Matara travel guide

Matara Tourism | Matara Guide

You're Going to Love Matara

With a population of 76,254, Matara is a must-see destination in Southern, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Matara deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Matara

Matara in July
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2657
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matara in July
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2657
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Matara

Plane

When flying to Matara, you’ll arrive at Dikwella Mawella Lagoon (DIW), which is located 22 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Matara is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 133 km from Matara. You’ll find branches of Xdrive Mobility and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Colombo.

Plane

When flying to Matara, you’ll arrive at Dikwella Mawella Lagoon (DIW), which is located 22 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Matara is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 133 km from Matara. You’ll find branches of Xdrive Mobility and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Matara

KTYKalutara Katukurunda
BJTBentota River
HRIHambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l

Where to stay in Matara

Average rates range from around ₹ 3,788 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 1,566 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Matara

Most booked hotels in Matara

Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 28,564+
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Frangipani Beach Villa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,796+
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Hiring a car in Matara

Expect to pay ₹ 137 per litre in Matara (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,640 and ₹ 2,186.

Expect to pay ₹ 137 per litre in Matara (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,640 and ₹ 2,186.