Best hotels in Matale

Explore Matale with 417 stays near iconic landmarks, luxury hotels, and top boutiques for the best shopping and dining

Heritance Kandalama
8.9 (308 reviews)

Heritance Kandalama ★★★★★

📍 Heritance Kandalama 11, Kandalama

"Beautiful resort. The decor in the rooms is a bit dated but authentic to the architect. Would like to see the rooms updated a bit but still 100% worth it and would stay here again as is."

Hotel Sigiriya
8.9 (182 reviews)

Hotel Sigiriya ★★★★

📍 Hotel Rd, Sigiriya

"1. The views from the hotel are first-class; you can see Sigiriya Rock right from the lobby. 2. The staff were also very polite. 3. The room layout was very strange; as soon as you opened the door, there was the bed. I finally managed to move the bed further inside, only to find it was directly facing a mirror. For those who don't mind, it's fine. 4. The breakfast was extremely unappetizing."

Hilltop Retreat Matale
10 (21 reviews)

Hilltop Retreat Matale ★★★★

📍 1 Muduna, Walawela, Matale

"Super friendly and helpful host. Yummy food and wonderful service. Beautiful surroundings. Highly recommended"

Clodagh Manor House by Seven Angels
10 (13 reviews)

Clodagh Manor House by Seven Angels ★★★

📍 CLODAGH WESTERN Estate, Matale

"One of those rare hotels that stay with you long after you leave. A colonial beauty that truly takes your breath away. The staff are a delight, the rooms are spotlessly clean and elegant. But it is the food that is truly superb. The chef is such a credit to the property and our evening meal at Clodagh was the highlight of our trip to Sri Lanka. Stunning views and an ambiance that takes you back in time. Thank you Clodagh for the most magical stay."

Amaya Lake Dambulla
8.9 (45 reviews)

Amaya Lake Dambulla ★★★★★

📍 Sigiriya, Kandalama

"The hotel is located by the lake, offering stunning views. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, the staff are friendly and courteous, and the meals are very satisfying. The hotel is close to all major attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring Sigiriya and other key destinations."

Walawwa Matale
8.3 (146 reviews)

Walawwa Matale ★★★

📍 CJQ7+3PM, Matale

"Peaceful environment. Traditional Sri Lankan Walawwa with so much of history. Ideal place to stay for short or long stay. Reasonable prices and really friendly staff.. loved it. Ideal for digital nomads to stay for a long period time. Highly recomended."

The Paradise Dambulla
8.4 (62 reviews)

The Paradise Dambulla ★★★★★

📍 Kubukkadanwala, Dambulla

"The staff make this hotel. From our charming, attentive waiter Dananjaya who went out of his way to chat with us about the dishes we were eating to finding an elusive piece of chocolate fudge cake for me. The chef provide a feast every evening with plenty of choice for most people and diets. The reception staff and the customer relations ladies were delightful and couldn't do enough to help. We loved staying here."

Sigiriya Village
8.8 (69 reviews)

Sigiriya Village ★★★★★

📍 Hotel Rd, Sigiriya

"It has a colonial feel and is a bit dated. But the location is fantastic, practically in the middle of a forest.  There are many monkeys and other animals roaming around.   Rooms are large.  Food quality is on par for Sri Lanka. The staff are excellent, knowledgeable of attractions and helpfull arranging tours and taxis."

Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection
9.4 (55 reviews)

Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection ★★★★★

📍 Audangawa, Sigiriya, Matale

"Excellent welcome. The view from the lobby is amazing. The staff is so kind and friendly! The swimming pool is amazing with a view to Lion Rock! The rooms are big and so comfortable. The food, breakfast and dinner are also very good. This may be one of the better choices in the area. Really 5 star!"

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Heritance Kandalama ★★★★★
"Nestled amidst Sri Lanka's lush jungle landscape, Heritance Kandalama offers an unparalleled retreat that seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings. From the moment we arrived, the reception staff provided a warm and professional welcome, setting the tone for an exceptional stay. The hotel's architectural design, a masterpiece by Geoffrey Bawa, is both innovative and environmentally conscious, blending modern luxury with the beauty of the natural environment. Our room featured panoramic views of the Kandalama Reservoir, allowing us to wake up to the serene sights and sounds of nature. The property boasts three distinct swimming pools, including an infinity pool that appears to merge with the lake, offering breathtaking vistas. Dining at Heritance Kandalama is a culinary delight. The Kanchana Restaurant offers an extensive buffet with a variety of Sri Lankan and international dishes, all while providing panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Throughout our stay, the staff consistently demonstrated attentiveness and professionalism, ensuring that every aspect of our visit was comfortable and memorable. Heritance Kandalama is more than just a hotel; it's an experience that celebrates the harmony between luxury and nature."
★★★★★
2025-05-18
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Family
Hotel Sigiriya ★★★★
"When searching for a hotel before our trip, we stumbled upon this place and fell in love with it instantly, despite the price. After checking in, we realized that this location is absolute perfection: completely secluded yet within walking distance to both Lion Rock and Pidurangalla Rock. There are plenty of cafés and even gastropubs nearby, the grounds are impeccably clean and well-maintained, and the view of Lion Rock from the pool is simply breathtaking."
★★★★★
2026-10-09
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Solo traveler
Hilltop Retreat Matale ★★★★
"Super friendly and helpful host. Yummy food and wonderful service. Beautiful surroundings. Highly recommended"
★★★★★
2026-01-26
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Clodagh Manor House by Seven Angels ★★★
"We spent one night luxuriating at Clodagh Manor House. Nalinda, the manager made sure everything was perfect during our stay. We were lucky to manage a short swim and relaxing at the pool as well as go around their property to visit the plantations and the crops. They will prepare the food items you would like once you confirm the bookings. The meals are served with care and on time."
★★★★★
2026-09-22
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Family
Amaya Lake Dambulla ★★★★★
"It's a hotel with a touch of luxury. The environment is great! It's quite close to Sigiriya Rock. There were many European tour groups. You can tell it used to be quite luxurious. However, the rooms are really old, and the bathroom is a bit worn."
★★★★★
2026-03-08
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Couple
Walawwa Matale ★★★
"Issue when checking out (family tried to say we didn't pay, had some issue with trip.com - had to call the company to work out the dispute). Also we were awoken at 2am by the hosts randomly choosing to loudly play music outside out window. In addition, only one very thin sheet was given (not sufficient for the nighttime temperature)."
★★★★★
2026-02-12
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Family
The Paradise Dambulla ★★★★★
"The room felt a bit stuffy and damp, and it was quite old."
★★★★★
2026-05-02
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Couple
Sigiriya Village ★★★★★
"Sigiriya village was an exceptional stay! From the moment that we arrived we were taken care of with great service and friendliness! The surroundings are so beautiful with lush green trees, monkeys and other animals. The room was spacious, clean and well decorated. The staff is friendly and always willing to assist. The best part was the amazing buffet dinner! Amazing selection with superb quality food! Sigiriya Village is well located and you can see the rock from the swimming pool area. Definitely recommend staying here!"
★★★★★
2024-07-31
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Couple
Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection ★★★★★
"Hotel with spectacular views and a breathtaking infinity pool..."
★★★★★
2026-10-07

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