The Spice House Mirissa
The Spice House Mirissa
Set among tropical gardens with flowers, ponds and hammocks, Spice House is a colonial-style hotel a 2-minute walk from Mirissa Beach. It features a large veranda overlooking the jungle where breakfast is served. En-suite rooms open out onto a private balcony overlooking the spice garden or the Indian Ocean. They are fitted with 4-poster beds and traditional wood-carved furnishings. Amenities include cable TV channels. Whale and dolphin-watching boat trips leave from the Fisheries Harbour just 5 minutes' drive away. It is a 15-minute drive from Dondra Lighthouse, the island's highest and Southernmost point. Galle Fort is a 45-minute drive from the hotel. Guests can surf the internet for free and rent canoeing and snorkelling equipment at the The Spice House Mirissa. The family who runs the guest-house will help plan visits and cater home-cooked meals.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Family rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Rosemarie
Australia“Overall setting by the jungle with visiting monkeys and away from the street noise was so welcome!” - Michelle
United Kingdom“Great short stay in one of the villa rooms in Mirissa. Staff were very friendly and the room was very big, lovely and authentic. Great balcony overlooking the infinity pool. Breakfast was included which was very nice.” - Emma United Kingdom“The Spice House is a perfect haven in Mirissa. It is so peaceful and a beautiful Setting. The room was amazing, staff were lovey, breakfast was delicious . We felt very lucky to have stumbled across this great place. We booked a massage one day...”
Nicholas Australia“Great mid-range hotel, rooms a little tired but comfortable. Staff and service were excellent”
Ciaran
Ireland“Excellent stay. Made so welcoming by the staff. Organised snorkeling and tuk tuks for us at a whim. Really good location with Excellent facilities.”- Helen United Kingdom“Romantic boutique hotel & villa. Jungle location with monkeys, lizards, exotic birds on your porch. Staff exceptional. Lovely breakfast”
- Marie Australia“A most beautiful and stylish property that was a highlight of our holiday. The location was great, the breakfasts delicious and pool and garden tranquil. Loved watching the monkeys in the jungle garden.Hosts were so friendly and helpful”
- Peta Australia“Our garden view room was clean and huge, the surrounds are beautifully maintained, pool is exceptional, staff lovely and breakfast was delicious.”
- Suzanne United Kingdom“Design of hotel and the surrounding greenery created a lovely environment. Breakfast was great and staff were very friendly and helpful. Swimming pool was lovely.”
- Lola
Spain“Beautiful hotel, perfect location and amazing staff.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineChinese
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern
Facilities of The Spice House MirissaGreat facilities! Review score, 9.4
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Family rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Garden view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- DivingOff-site
- Table tennis
- FishingOff-site
Living Area
- Seating Area
Food & Drink
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWired internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Services
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Mosquito net
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Infinity pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
Wellness
- Yoga classes
- Spa facilities
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
Languages spoken
- English
House rulesThe Spice House Mirissa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children older than 7 years are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the 'Junior Suite with Balcony - Annex', the 'Queen Room with Pool View - Annex', are accessed through the jungle, and the 'Suite with Garden View' is situated at the bottom of a slope; they are not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
