Matara

Matara Beach

Good for Relax
8
 / 10 Very good
#43 out of 235
in Matara

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+31 oC +25 oC
Air temperature
3.6 M/S
Wind
+29 oC
Water temperature
1.1 M
Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water
Excellent
8.5/10
Cover
Tolerable
4.9/10
Cleanliness
Frustrating
3.5/10
Amenities
Poor
2.7/10
Booking.com
"Looking for a fantastic spot to spend some quality time with your friends? Look no further than this beach! You'll find that it's always bustling with activity, so there's never a dull moment. Plus, there are plenty of restaurants and little takeaway shops nearby, so you'll never go hungry. Come on down and see what all the fuss is about!"
Nayla Farid
"If you're ever in Sri Lanka, be sure to check out Matara town's stunning beach. The view is simply breathtaking, especially during the evening hours. And if you're feeling adventurous, you can take a leisurely stroll across a charming little bridge to visit the nearby Paravi Duwa island. The waters here are also perfect for a refreshing and safe swim."
Amarth Ralanda
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Booking.com
"Looking for a fantastic spot to spend some quality time with your friends? Look no further than this beach! You'll find that it's always bustling with activity, so there's never a dull moment. Plus, there are plenty of restaurants and little takeaway shops nearby, so you'll never go hungry. Come on down and see what all the fuss is about!"
Nayla Farid
"If you're ever in Sri Lanka, be sure to check out Matara town's stunning beach. The view is simply breathtaking, especially during the evening hours. And if you're feeling adventurous, you can take a leisurely stroll across a charming little bridge to visit the nearby Paravi Duwa island. The waters here are also perfect for a refreshing and safe swim."
Amarth Ralanda
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants

  • City Line Rest 16 min walk
  • The Seascape 25 min walk
  • Les Clefs du Paradis... 2.3km
  • Polhena 2.4km

Attractions

  • පරෙවි දූව විහාරස්ථාන... 2 min walk
  • The Shrine of Our La... 5 min walk
  • Dutch Reformed Churc... 6 min walk
  • Hotel Nawathana 7 min walk

Transport

  • KCT 26km
  • Matara 3 min walk
  • Matara 16 min walk

Localities

  • Matara 670m
  • Colombo 134.4km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Matara Beach?

The coastline of Matara Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Matara Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Matara Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Matara Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.

Matara Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Matara Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Matara Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

  • Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Matara Beach?

The bar is located right on the Matara Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.City Line Rest is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.

How far is the Matara Beach from parking?

The Matara Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Matara Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Matara Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are පරෙවි දූව විහාරස්ථානය - Parewi Duwa Temple located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Matara Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Matara Beach is April. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is September with air temperature 29°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Matara Beach (Sri Lanka) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Matara Beach (Sri Lanka) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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