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The Spice House Mirissa

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with a full-service spa, near Mirissa Beach

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Beach nearby
Garden
Sun deck
Garden
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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The Spice House, km 151 Galle road, Mirissa, southern, me58qu
  • Place, Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mirissa Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mirissa Fisheries Harbor
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Suite | Living area

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Balcony

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Cottage

Deluxe Cottage

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Mirissa

At The Spice House Mirissa you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Mirissa Beach and Mirissa Fisheries Harbor. Highlights at this guest house include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .This guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, spa services and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Mirissa guest house include Weligama Beach and Polhena Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mirissa Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Parrot Rock - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mirissa Fisheries Harbor - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Secret Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 20 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪W&D Beach Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Curry Gedara Mirissa - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dewmini Roti Shop - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Petti Petti - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coco Gate Rotti N’ Burger Hut - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Spice House Mirissa

Guesthouse with a full-service spa, near Mirissa Beach
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Spice House Mirissa offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Spice House Mirissa.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Mirissa guest house.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
The Spice House Mirissa offers 8 accommodations with free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. This Mirissa guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guest house's full-service spa, Ayurvadic Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 82 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

The Spice House Mirissa Mirissa
The Spice House Mirissa Guesthouse
The Spice House Mirissa Guesthouse Mirissa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Spice House Mirissa?

The Spice House Mirissa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to The Spice House Mirissa?

Yep, The Spice House Mirissa is a short 11-minute walk from Mirissa Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Is there a spa on site at The Spice House Mirissa?

Yep, Ayurvadic Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like deep-tissue massages.

Does The Spice House Mirissa have a pool?

The Spice House Mirissa has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Spice House Mirissa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Spice House Mirissa?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Spice House Mirissa's onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Spice House Mirissa?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Spice House Mirissa?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

The Spice House Mirissa Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Thumbs up

Service was great. Bed comfortable so were the pillows. No shoes to be worn inside. Lovely outlook over the gardens from our room. Lovely breakfast
Cinnamon room
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem tucked over a hill just off the main road with a jungle outlook. Lovely rooms, amazing breakfasts, friendly hosts and staff, and a short walk to where the action is. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful setting. We stayed in 'Pepper Cottage' and felt like we were in the jungle - but in a safe way. Best massages we had in Sri Lanka. Also the best breakfast - it was just so beautifully prepared. Location is set back off a main road - which you cannot hear - but this meant it was easy to walk to nearby restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome and helpful staff. Room was spacious and comfortable. Only stayed one night due to our itinerary but would happily have stayed on. Didn’t eat breakfast in the property as we had an early start whale watching but they provided a small takeaway breakfast and water which was a nice touch. They also moved our packed luggage out of our room while we were out so we didn’t need to worry about managing this early in the am. Close to the beach and in a quiet location off the main, busy road.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pritesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Felt very homely, Phil was great to talk to and they were flexible to my schedule and plans, would love to come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Lovely Gem in Miriss

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at The Spice House. It was set back from the road, so very quiet and peaceful compared to my earlier hotel in the main road. It’s conveniently located <15 Min walk or 2 min Tuk Tuk from the main beach and restaurants, shops and other amenities in Mirissa. The grounds and rooms are lovely with many thoughtful touches, breakfast is delicious and everyone from The Spice House interacted was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William, Cupar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Spice House for 5 days as part of a 3 week tour of Sri Lanka. Its well placed for easy walking to local restaurants, beaches and sights and the owner was able to arrange transport and guides to further afield locations.Breakfast was always more than ample and very tasty. Set well back from the road its very quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This beautiful property is outstanding, you can watch the monkeys playing in the trees whilst having an amazing breakfast or swimming in the pool. Hosts Phil and Wathsala are fantastic and very helpful. The gardens are lovely and well looked after by an incredible friendly team. I would highly recommend this fantastic place to stay to anyone and would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Watsala and Phil are the perfect hosts. Felt pampered. Great location for quick access to multiple beaches. Beautiful hotel home. Best food we’ve had in Sri Lanka and we live here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Rob, London

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We booked a Deluxe Double room for 5 nights but did not get the room we booked. We were given a family room and it was anything but Deluxe. The room was very basic (the sort of room we used to stay in when backpacking 20 years ago) and quite tired and scruffy looking (mouldy bathroom, stained and unhygienic looking seating area on the balcony). We were hugely disappointed and wish we'd booked somewhere else as it spoiled our trip. On a positive note, the pool area and gardens were beautiful and immaculately maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxed stay off the beach

The place was loverly and the little details in the room were particularly great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely gardens and pool area and character property. The staff and owner was very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property but little bit “tired” house and would appreciate small refurbishment here and there. Garden and pool on the other hand was great and location upper on the hill was quiet despite tragic from main road. Pleasing breakfast. We were satisfied in overall with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very calm and clean. The host was super helpful with activites, calling us transport, and generally info. The room and gardens were way above our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane, Uk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in the new house a short walk for breakfast but a lovely room and a fantastic swimming pool. We loved it. Staff and owner Phil Jackson were great and very helpful. We had a lovely relaxing stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with lots of character. Quiet room, and beautiful garden with a pool. The hosts were very helpful and made our stay highly enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Edinburgh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful peaceful and beautiful place to stay just a few minutes walk from Mirissa beach. Lovely owners who did everything they could to make our stay as great as possible. Fantastic food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Les&Fiona, Brisbane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just like living in a beautiful home. Food was absolutely delicious and our hosts were very helpful and friendly. Close enough to eateries, beach and spas but tucked away from any hustle and bustle happening out on the road. We just loved walking back to the property each afternoon - it felt so peaceful. Thanks to Wathsala and Phil for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super Hotel & Great Hosts!

Genuinely outstanding hotel. Stayed in the Ginger room and was blown away by the quality of both the rooms and the amenities. Phil and Wathsala were great hosts and we'll book the Spice House on our next trip to Sri Lanka for sure and will recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Majken Hauge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful gem in Mirissa

Hotel owned by a couple with a very beautiful garden and nicely decorated property. A little gem behind the busy main road. Breakfast was good. Not accepting credit cars
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Autentisk og charmerende omgivelser

En dejlig lille oase! Natur og luksus kombineret. Aber der hopper rundt i træerne mens du tager en afkølende dukkert i poolen. Værtsparret var søde og behjælpsomme!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

charlotte, lindebeuf

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hebergement incroyable juste à coté de la plage de Mirissa. Le personnel est très attentionné, les logements sont beaux et propres, la piscine est magnifique, le petit dejeuner délicieux. Bon wifi.

10/10 Excellent

madeleine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aucun regret si ce n'est de ne pas avoir découvert cette perle rare plus tôt
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022