Title: Polhena Grand Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6326702&destination=Matara%2C+Southern+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=99403749&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Polhena Grand Resort Travelers find a tropical getaway with an outdoor pool at this resort near the beach, where local flavors await at a nearby restaurant. ## Photo gallery for Polhena Grand Resort ![Outdoor pool - Polhena Grand Resort (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99403800/99403749/f5d84cfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Polhena Grand Resort (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99403800/99403749/702a227f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Polhena Grand Resort (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99403800/99403749/ae92a333.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Polhena Grand Resort (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99403800/99403749/6ebc4024.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Polhena Grand Resort (Matara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99403800/99403749/02bd086e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near the beach, Polhena Grand Resort provides guests with convenient laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. The outdoor pool offers a refreshing retreat, and visitors start their day with an English breakfast before exploring the restaurant's local cuisine. ## Reviews 5.0 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 18 - Mar 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=99403749&PinnedHotelID=99403749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=99403749&PinnedHotelID=99403749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 19 - Mar 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=99403749&PinnedHotelID=99403749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=99403749&PinnedHotelID=99403749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=99403749&PinnedHotelID=99403749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=99403749&PinnedHotelID=99403749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=99403749&PinnedHotelID=99403749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=99403749&PinnedHotelID=99403749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99403800/99403749/b24a7351.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room - Ocean view - 344 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room ![Deluxe Triple Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99403800/99403749/03aa09e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room - Sea view - 388 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99403800/99403749/132da612.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room - Garden view - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 3 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatara-Hotels-Polhena-Grand-Resort.h99403749.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatara-Hotels-Polhena-Grand-Resort.h99403749.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Matara is home to Polhena Grand Resort. Star Fort and Dondra Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mirissa Beach and Polhena Beach. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [Visit our Matara travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matara.dx6326702) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.93745%2C80.52455&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=d-zWaMJY1wlc7m900bx0zei9F00=) Polhena Grand Resort, Matara, 81000 ### What's nearby - ![Long stretch of nice beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326702/a79511de-106b-4e80-b963-4ab297529660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Polhena Beach 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Nice hot day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326702/4eb765c2-5985-4a6e-996b-486d4d55155b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Madiha Beach 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![The main beach in Mirissa. Some strong waves. Plenty of bars and restaurants to keep you fed and hydrated. Stunning. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/05c25a9b-099b-4492-95cf-111d6541845c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mirissa Beach 11 min drive \- 5.6 miles - ![At the start of the beautiful Secret Beach (Mirissa) is a section where the sand is pink! #srilanka #secret beach # colours #pink ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/63ed48a2-5b54-4b74-8c03-02f6fed8ba8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Secret Beach 14 min drive \- 7.0 miles - Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint 10 min drive \- 5.0 miles ### Getting around - Midigama Railway Station 39 min drive - Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) 147 min drive ### Restaurants - The Doctor's House 14 min walk - KFC 8 min drive - Zephyer Ceylon 6 min drive - Pizza Hut 4 min drive - The Dutchman's Street 8 min drive ## About this property ### Polhena Grand Resort Hotel near Mirissa Beach At Polhena Grand Resort, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - English breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall and ATM/banking services - Luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and shampoo - Private gardens, tablet computers and coffee/tea makers ## Similar properties ![On the beach, scuba diving, snorkelling, surfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12340000/12335900/12335802/51286f2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Paradise Beach Resort Thalaramba - Pool - Pet-friendly - Kids’ pool - Parking included 6.6 14 reviews £39 includes taxes & fees 25 Mar - 26 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=12335802&PinnedHotelID=12335802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32550000/32547000/32547000/93ca18eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nil Diya Beach Resort Matara - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=32547000&PinnedHotelID=32547000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34530000/34528300/34528232/7821d192.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sanu Lagoon Resort & Spa Tangalle - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchairs on site ### More - Banquet hall ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Tablet computer ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Individual furnishings - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 5 for children - Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Polhena Grand Resort Hotel Polhena Grand Resort matara Polhena Grand Resort Hotel matara ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Polhena Grand Resort have a pool? ### Is Polhena Grand Resort pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Polhena Grand Resort? ### What time is check-in at Polhena Grand Resort? ### What time is check-out at Polhena Grand Resort? ### Where is Polhena Grand Resort located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Polhena Grand Resort Reviews 5.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 5.0 Cleanliness ### 5.0 Staff & service ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Andrzej 21 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good ##### Andrzej Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Marianne 10 Feb 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Kloakk lekkasje på rom Det var lekkasje på kloakken fra toalett som rant ut over badegulvet. 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