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title: "Polhena Reef Garden, Matara: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Polhena Reef Garden in Matara: rated 7.3 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel · ★★★★★
# Polhena Reef Garden

Polhena, Matara, Sri Lanka

7.3 ·  Good 6 reviews ·  #7 #7 of 9 in Matara ·  6.8 Location score
## About Polhena Reef Garden

Polhena Reef Garden is a hotel in Polhena, Matara, Sri Lanka. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 6 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, 24-hour room service. It is 620 m from the centre of Matara. The nearest beach is 70 m away. The nearest airport, Koggala Airport (KCT), is 24 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 12:00

- **Check-out until:** 14:30

- **Rooms:** 18

- **Floors:** 1

- **Last renovated:** 2023

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 19

30 Beach Road, Polhena

## How Polhena Reef Garden scores

Better rated than 13% of hotels in Matara

-   Guest rating **7.3**
-   Location **6.8**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **2.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Beach access **10.0**
-   Public transport **1.6**

Matara average

## Amenities

Swimming poolBar24-hour room service

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   24-hour room service

### Leisure

-   Garden
-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Car hire
-   Laundry

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   In-room safe

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **6.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **19**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **3**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Polhena Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">70 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Walgama Railway Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Koggala Airport (KCT)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">24 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">53 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Matara</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">620 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">10 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Polhena Reef Garden: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. Services offered by taxi, car hire and shuttle at the hotel ensure effortless exploration of Matara. Parking is accessible, supplied by the hotel for guests who arrive by car. Reception services featuring safety deposit boxes are available to cater to your requirements. Securing top-notch tickets and reserving prime dining spots become effortless through assistance from the hotel's tours. For extended visits or whenever required, the dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at hotel, select rooms are equipped with air conditioning to improve your stay. At Polhena Reef Garden, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as cable TV offered in certain accommodations. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with bottled water, instant coffee and instant tea. Maintain your cleanliness and feel revitalized using toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at Polhena Reef Garden, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Concerned about your dining preferences? Fret not! Polhena Reef Garden offers an assortment of culinary varieties featuring kosher choices, catering to all tastes. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. Do you possess exceptional culinary skills? Prepare your meals personally within the hotel at its BBQ facilities. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Polhena Reef Garden. During your stay, the hotel provides direct access to a beach, ensuring you remain near the sea throughout your visit. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool. Eliminate those holiday calories by stopping by hotel and making use of their well-equipped exercise amenities.

### Compare

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## Questions about Polhena Reef Garden

### How do guests rate Polhena Reef Garden?

Polhena Reef Garden has a guest rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 6 reviews, which is better than 13% of rated hotels in Matara.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Polhena Reef Garden?

Check-in starts at 12:00 and check-out is until 14:30.

### Does Polhena Reef Garden include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does Polhena Reef Garden have a pool?

Yes, Polhena Reef Garden has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Polhena Reef Garden?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Polhena Reef Garden from the airport?

The nearest airport, Koggala Airport (KCT), is 24 km away in a straight line.

### Is Polhena Reef Garden close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 70 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Polhena Reef Garden have?

Polhena Reef Garden has 18 rooms on 1 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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