Sanath and his family were so welcoming and friendly and it was a pleasure to meet everyone. The Dale is a little set back from the town of Missira, which means it is peaceful and quiet, and walking to and from the place gave me the opportunity to see a slightly more residential and less touristy area. I would say this spot is better suited to those in search of a quieter time than first time travelling party goers (which of course I have been myself), given the family live on site and it is a little back from the town. As it was a little further out, it was very reassuring to have the family living there, who always greeted me warmly, including their three dogs (though it was Romeo I bonded with most). The room was very nice with an enormous bed and a large continental/ Sri Lankan fusion breakfast was on offer, and enjoyed. Sanath used to be a tour guide and he therefore is very well equipped to help you organise any tours. While the main thrust of my trip was more beach-side than organised tours, I decided to go to Udawalawe National Park, and from there on to Hiriketiya. Sanath organised my driver to the Park, the Jeep to take me around (which was fantastic) and thereafter the lift to my next hotel in Hiriketiya. Again, I was very reassured to have had this organised by Sanath and I might not have gone otherwise. I also managed to leave my sunglasses in the car and so Sanath got them back for me and I collected them en route to Galle from Hiriketiya. I also asked for some laundry to be done in record time, including getting dye (from my beach bag) out of white clothes, which Sanath’s charming wife dealt with without batting an eyelid. Finally, Sanath introduced me to a friend of his (Riswan) who is a jeweller who came to visit me at the Dale. I was under no pressure to buy anything, and of course I bought loads of stunning jewellery; again I would have been ambivalent about doing so in a jewellery shop where I didn’t have a link. Thank you so much!

Stayed in March 2025

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What a beautiful hidden paradise in the jungle of Mirissa! The host is very lovely, I strongly recommend this place! See you soon!

Stayed in March 2025

The AC didn’t turn cold enough at night, a good cleaning of the filters might help with that. Also toilet had a door but its open above. Price of the stay is on the higher side, so would have been nice if AC worked better and if the toilet was fully closeable.

Spacious and clean rooms! Fridge and hairdryer were supplied in the room, there was always warm water. Beds were comfortable, we also liked the pillows. Owners were helpful and friendly, spoke well English. Breakfast was great, they served every day something else. They sell also nice (and affordable!) clothes we didn’t see elsewhere on the island. Always a warm welcome by the property’s dogs. :)

Stayed in February 2025

Clean and cousy bedroom. Kind owners, good guides in helping with booking activities and renting motor bike. Totally recommend! Several beachs around the place. Also a good massage place near by.

Stayed in February 2025

Very comfortable rooms, great breakfast, excellent service!

Stayed in February 2025

It was peaceful and quite in the forest with a short way to the beach! The breakfast was out of this world and the hosts family was amazing - all in all perfect value for the money!

Stayed in January 2025

We stayed in a triple superior and it felt very spacious. The accommodation is located down a narrow dirt track, but only a 10 minute walk to the beach. Breakfast each morning was homemade and tasted incredible. We were impressed with all the food and you get a lot. The owner is a gentleman, super friendly and helpful, and it was a pleasure staying at his beautiful home.

Stayed in January 2025

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Lovely little guesthouse down a small lane ( quite difficult to find so get directions before you set off !) in a quiet but convenient location in Marissa - about 10 minutes walk to some excellent restaurants along Udalpilla Road ( including the No. 1 Rotl Shop which was fab). And 15 minutes to the beach. We had a lovely stay - the hosts could not have been more attentive and they made us a delicious special New Year’s Day breakfast which was simply wonderful . Well equipped large rooms in the countryside and would thoroughly recommend !

Stayed in January 2025

The place is cozy and a great choice to stay. The owners are really friendly and they keep the place really tidy and clean.

Stayed in December 2024

Great friendly host that developed a nice complex with big rooms. The shower is warm, bed is nice and during the night it is quiet or you will hear some animals. The place is around 15mins walk from the main road where you can find restaurants, shops, atm. Breakfast was really nice with local dishes, good bread for toast (not the standard ones) and fresh fruit. Can really recommend to stay at this well runned place.

Stayed in December 2024

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everything was perfect, the hosts were very nice and attentive, I have nothing to complain about, I celebrated my birthday here, they even baked me a cake and prepared the celebration and decorations

Stayed in December 2024

We had a wonderful stay. The room was spacious, super clean, and very comfortable. The bed was large and cozy, the breakfast was excellent, and the owner was incredibly friendly. Each room has a small terrace, and you can observe peacocks and other animals. Highly recommended!

Stayed in November 2024

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Very clean and very comfortable, the room was spacious and the breakfast delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Each room has a little porch in front and we observed peacocks, various birds abs other animals while sitting outside. The owners are very friendly and made us feel welcome :)

Stayed in November 2024

Fantastic stay with a local family who were very welcoming! They helped to organise a safari and cooking class - both of which were enjoyable. The property itself is lush and green with turtles in the creek behind and friendly dogs! Would definitely recommend :)

Stayed in November 2024

The property and rooms are beautiful and feel very connected to nature, with turtles in the nearby pond. The owners are very kind, generous and helpful people. They offered an intimate cooking class and organised a fantastic Yala safari for us. Highly recommend!

Stayed in November 2024

We had an absolutely amazing stay at The Dale in Mirissa. The surroundings are so peaceful. Everything about our stay was perfect—from the warm hospitality to the cleanliness of the rooms. The food was truly exceptional, with a great variety of delicious local and international options. Every meal felt like a treat! The staff were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make our stay memorable. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend The Dale to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway.

Stayed in September 2024

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The location, kindness of the hosts, the food and the dogs!

Stayed in August 2024

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It was a delightful escape. The serene atmosphere provided the perfect retreat, while the excellent food, prepared with fresh ingredients, exceeded my expectations. The service was impeccable, making me feel like family. The owners were incredibly lovely, adding a personal touch to my experience. Highly recommended for a peaceful getaway.

Stayed in July 2024

We had a wonderful time at The Dale Mirissa. Very nice rooms. Clean and spacious. The people were also very nice. They gave us beautiful days. Additionally, they gave us two excursions. On the first day, we went to the lake (Garadu Gaga) and saw beautiful nature. On the second day, we went to Galle with a friend of the owner in a Tuk Tuk. Both excursions were unforgettable from start to finish. [Note] The number of reviews on booking.com is incorrect. Originally, there were many more (>100) when we booked, and the rating was around 9.5 as far as I can remember. The owner told us that the previous account was stopped due to a technical problem.

Stayed in July 2024

Wonderful stay in Mirissa with incredibly gently hosts :) we asked for Airport Transfer, Scooter rental and also a small TukTuk ride down the street - took no more than 10 minutes and they organized everything for us. The owner showed us his land with all animals and plants in the garden. The breakfast was insanely delicious and everything was freshly prepared. All in all it was a 10/10! We will definitely come back when we visit Sri Lanka a second time. Thank you so much for everything!!!

Stayed in April 2024

A great place with very pleasant and hospitable owners. Good quiet location, good breakfast, clean rooms.

Stayed in April 2024

A little far from the beach, but only a ten minute walk.

Lovely breakfast, comfortable beds, friendly and helpful owners.

Stayed in March 2025

- The most expensive stay I had in Sri Lanka, but not the best value for money. - Small and worn down. - Extremely loud air conditioning, making it difficult to sleep—had to turn it off. - Generator runs loudly most of the night. - No fridge in the room. - A bit far from the beach, with a very bumpy road at the end of the walk. - No scenic views or interesting nature in the area. - The town itself isn’t particularly special—Dikwella would be a better choice for a more relaxed atmosphere.

Clean by Sri Lankan standards. Friendly and accommodating hosts—the host welcomed me in the middle of the night. Cold water available for purchase on-site.

Stayed in February 2025

Off the beaten path and it get’s pretty dark at night to go back to your hotel. Internet is slow.

Nice place, nice owner, big room, very confortable.

Stayed in January 2025