Moana La Vie - Polhena
Samson Dias Mawatha
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Why people book this hotel
“A special thanks to Sangeeth and Lasindu who were incredibly kind and helpful th…”
“We absolutely loved our host LASINDU”
“Great location close to the sea and nearby restaurants”
“He organised a tuk tuk to take us to the train station”
“The entire property was spacious and properly maintained ACs was working fine Sp…”
“As a group of five, we really appreciated how spacious and comfortable everythin…”
“The room is good and clean”
“The room was very clean”
“The private pool was definitely the highlight—beautiful and perfect for relaxing…”
“Overall I think the villa had many good features- nice architecture, lovely pool…”
“Good value for money”
“One of the best properties and gives high value for money”
Overview
Situated in Matara, 400 metres from Madiha Beach, Moana La Vie - Polhena features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With a shared lounge, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk, bed linen and a patio with a garden view. Every room is equipped with a kettle, while some rooms include a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. At Moana La Vie - Polhena each room has a seating area. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Staff at Moana La Vie - Polhena are always available to provide advice at the reception. Polhena Beach is 600 metres from the hotel, while Matara Beach is 2.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala, 29 km from Moana La Vie - Polhena, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Manisha
extended_group
April 30, 2026
The entire property was spacious and properly maintained ACs was working fine Special thanks to Sangeeth &Lasindu for all their assistance.
Marta
extended_group
April 23, 2026
“Great place!”
We had an amazing stay at this villa in Sri Lanka! As a group of five, we really appreciated how spacious and comfortable everything was. The private pool was definitely the highlight—beautiful and perfect for relaxing in total privacy. A special thanks to Sangeeth and Lasindu who were incredibly kind and helpful throughout our stay. They were always available to sort out any issues. Their hospitality made the experience even more enjoyable. ⭐️ Highly recommend this place for anyone traveling with friends or family!
Aurore
solo_traveller
April 22, 2026
Great location close to the sea and nearby restaurants. The room is good and clean. Good value for money
emilea
couple
April 1, 2026
“Very welcoming. Very clean and in a wonderful area.”
We absolutely loved our host LASINDU. He welcomed us into the villa with open arms. He organised a power adapter as ours was the wrong type. LASINDU helped us with a tuk tuk to money changers. He organised a tuk tuk to take us to the train station. The room was very clean. We had a wonderful stay and was sad to leave. If we could have taken LASINDU in our suitcase we would have taken him home with us to Australia. What a lovely young man. A credit to the villas. The most accommodating young man we have met in all of Sri Lanka. Thank you for such a wonderful stay.
Paramvir
solo_traveller
April 1, 2026
“We loved staying at the villa.”
Neat and clean and even the staff especially Sangeeth was very helpful and courteous.
Lasith
solo_traveller
January 23, 2026
“Great value for money”
This place was quite a treat, and you won’t find it interesting until you visit. We were welcomed and treated really well from check-in to check-out. The owner was very polite and arranged everything smoothly according to our requirements. We had nothing to complain about and only had to enjoy our stay. The food was really tasty, and they have a varied menu with plenty of options to choose from. The rooms were very spacious and well-equipped with all the essentials. The best thing about this place is the high level of calm and privacy offered.
Zoe
family_with_children
January 20, 2026
“A nice villa, needing some upkeep and host training.”
Overall I think the villa had many good features- nice architecture, lovely pool, good common areas and aircon, but the hosting, cleanliness and general vigour of the hosting needs quite a lot of work and is a marked contrast to other places we have stayed.
Chamara
couple
January 5, 2026
“Great comfy stay by th e”
Lasindu & Sangeeth providing the best service possible
Vindu
extended_group
January 5, 2026
Beautiful place. Sangeeth and Lasindu were friendly and gave us a tour of the place and advised on what beaches were best to explore.
ABHIRAM
extended_group
January 5, 2026
“We really loved the place and the hospitality. Sangeet and Chanuka are two gentlemen who took care of us, always availab”
Everything, the place the pool the staff
Terje Kask
extended_group
December 29, 2025
The villa was large and comfortable. The location is good, close to the beach. There are many different places to eat on the beach.
Bandara
couple
December 16, 2025
“Nice Location with Helpful Staff”
The staff was incredibly helpful. Lasindu looked after us very well. The breakfast was also very good. The location is very peaceful with easy access to nearby restaurants.
Rianna
extended_group
December 12, 2025
“Amazing stay on the South coast”
We had an excellent stay, the facilities were good and staff were so helpful. It was only a short walk down to the beach too.
Anushka
family_with_children
November 4, 2025
I like how this villa is situated and since we stayed in the family room we felt like we had more privacy . though initially I was skeptical about the staircase it was fun for my parents as well . just make sure you mentioned there are ladder stairs that lead to the bedroom . The care taking boy was super friendly and decent and we like the fact he was doing a part time job while studying at the university .
Vana
extended_group
October 28, 2025
This villa is amazing! It was a lot bigger than we expected, everyone had their own room and space and we just loved the whole place. There's a newly opened hotel/restaurant just outside the door where you can have lunch or dinner and the villa also offers delicious meals, you just have to let them know by the end of the previous day so they can prepare it for tomorrow. We had a great time, pool was amazing, butlers were there for us for all and any questions we had. Beach is just 200m away and there are a few large stores just a few minutes away by tuktuk. The kitchen could have been a bit cleaner, but we hardly used it since we were sightseeing most days and would come back in the afternoon and chill in the pool or in the living room so it didn't matter to us. Also, there are a lot of bugs, but that is to be expected in such area. Just keep the doors closed at all times and you're good. AC is great so no need to worry about the heat. Overall, great stay, would definitely come back :)
Woody
family_with_children
October 8, 2025
“Wonderful experience”
My saty at the property with my family was amazing from the beginning to the end. The manager called and followed up every detail before and during the arrival. The cleanliness of the property is a 05 star ❤️ pool was neat and clean as well. All the rooms, bathrooms, kitchen and living area is so tidy. One of the best properties and gives high value for money. The staff was so kind and awsome which helped us in every request we made. Thank you La Vie team for the wonderful experience ❤️👍
Monali
couple
May 15, 2025
“Perfect Stay”
Very clam environment, closes to the main attractions (Polhena beach, surfing areas, activity centers, International on the beach restaurants and beach clubs) Good Service 💛 Highly recommended
Neha
extended_group
March 29, 2025
This is a great property for a group of more than 9. The only problems we faced was that the kitchen stinks a lot and that one room has two small beds but on booking it says 2 double beds.
Evgeny
extended_group
March 7, 2025
“11 days in paradise”
Our stay at this villa was incredible and exceeded all our expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were surrounded by luxury and comfort. The villa is spotlessly clean and beautifully designed. A huge thank you to the butlers, Harith and Ishan. They were amazing, always ready to help and made us feel right at home with their attentive service. The villa's location is fantastic, set close to everything we needed. The sunsets at the beach are stunning and very relaxing. Perfect place for a vacation, we would love to come back! Highly recommend it!
parmar
extended_group
February 7, 2025
“Very cozy place will recommend friends.”
Location and beautifully done
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Massage, Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Spa facilities, Spa/wellness packages, Yoga classes, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool, Garden, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Car hire, Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Room service, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Currency exchange, Ironing service
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room with Balcony
The pool with a view is a top feature of this family room. Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the kitchen. The family room also includes a barbecue. The air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a private entrance, soundproof walls as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
Queen Room with Garden View
Guests will have a special experience as this double room offers a pool with a view. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the kitchen. The double room also has a barbecue. This air-conditioned double room features a desk, a patio, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.
Superior King Room
Guests will have a special experience as the double room features a pool with a view. Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the kitchen. The double room also features a barbecue. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a private entrance, soundproof walls as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
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