KM 151, Galle Road, Mirissa, Mirissa, Sri Lanka
#5 of 104 hotels in Mirissa
Guests' ChoiceBased on 192 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 April 2024
Sally
United KingdomSuited us well, nothing to mention.
Beautiful accommodation. Tranquil spot away from the bustle of the Main Street. Very luxurious Sri Lankan feel. Breakfast was very good and staff very nice. Saw some wonderful wildlife from our balcony.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Bruce
AustraliaOnly takes cash.
We stayed two nights at the Spice House. The first night was in the Lemongrass room - excellent. The room was large, clean and very comfortable. Breakfast was superb and the pool lovely. Our second night was in the Ginger room. Again excellent but somewhat removed from the main facilities. While only 300m from the main building and the main road , access was easier by tuk tuk or walking down unlit and unpaved laneways (not so much fun on wet nights).
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Laura
United Arab EmiratesN/A
It is a beautiful property with an exceptional garden, there are lots of lovely small details throughout the property and it is kept immaculately clean. Staff were kind and helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Julie
LuxembourgVery friendly host, good location & near to the beach, unique rooms, beautiful pool and garden, very good stay!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Helen
United KingdomNothing to dislike
Great location in jungle a few minutes from beach , first night we stayed in chilli room was so nice with a beautiful pool, second night in main part of house , both were great with the best breakfast. Staff very kind and helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Miller
AustraliaThe facilities were beautiful and the staff were also all absolutely lovely and helpful. We had a great stay!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Aurelie
FranceNothing
I liked everything about this place This an amazing corner of paradise with jungle view next to the beach everything is so beautiful the pool the garden the rooms are very clean with AC The people who worked are very nice the food is delicious and the owner of this home is very nice, who help you if you need anything 😀
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Darren
AustraliaStaff were excellent as was breakfast and entire stay. The staff made sure we had all the information we needed and all the needs we had were met with a smile. It was a place i would stay again and again.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Dawn
Hong KongThe rooms were a bit hot because they are large and the one air conditioner didn’t keep it super cool. There were a few noisy dogs at night.
It is a unique property with different room options. I recommend the Chilli room. The staff were friendly and the breakfast was great.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Martina
ItalyThe breakfast is served, with too much plate also if you don’t eat (a waste) and the meal is the same every day if you stay there long time
Very beautiful house, good position, big rooms and bathroom. Good breakfast near the swimming pool and the garden. Very very kind host
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Giorgio
United Arab EmiratesA little sustainable piece of heaven located in the heart of Mirissa yet making you feel as if you were disconnected from the world in the middle of the jungle. The facilities, the swimming pool and rooms were simply gorgeous! The staff is nice and helpful, the breakfast generous. We got the visit of a couple of animals too.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Hannah
United KingdomNothing - it was perfect!
We absolutely loved this hotel. It's a gorgeous colonial style building with the most incredible pool - probably better than the pictures! Our room was in the main house and lovely, with a great balcony to relax on. You really feel like you're in the jungle here with monkeys and peacocks. Staff brilliant and the breakfast great. The location was also perfect - it's not by the main beach but the beach it is next to we far preferred - it's better for swimming and surfing, more beautiful in our opinion and there are beach bars you can spend a few hours relaxing at when you buy a drink. Fab restaurants nearby too.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Anette
NorwayCharming hotel with a beautiful, exotic garden - we loved staying at The Spice House! Staff were very friendly and the hybrid Western/Sri Lankan breakfast was great. Highly recommended!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Aundrea
United StatesShort walk and some locks to get to our adjacent stay but was not that long
Stunning trees and nature right next to pools. Delicious food. Felt secluded. Had the pool to ourselves mostly.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Joanna
United KingdomThe room was a bit tired and could have been cleaner
The Spice House was exceptional. Our room was at the far end of a beautiful garden with wildlife all around. There were monkeys swinging from the trees, wild peacocks flying past and all sorts of wonderful birds in the trees. The situation was perfect for the beach across the road. The breakfast was delicious.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Jonathan
United KingdomThe hotel is quite far out of Mirissa - it’s a good 25-30 minute walk along a busy road so you really need to get a Tuk tuk if you want to go for dinner.
Great hotel with really nice rooms and a great pool - we were in one of the “standard” rooms and even this was lovely. The staff were also really friendly and breakfast was great too.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Lee
AustraliaOnly that we could have stayed longer
Everything about The Spice House is perfection - honestly it is a little haven of luxury in a stunning setting.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Demi
AustraliaThe rooftop room was peaceful and serene with amazing views. Everything was exceptional, from the pool, the breakfast and the friendly staff. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Raelene
AustraliaNothing
Beautiful pool and garden. Lots of wildlife and very friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast was delicious!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Harris
United KingdomColonial feel amongst a jungle setting Excellent large breakfast Beautiful pool and outside areas
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Julia
United KingdomNothing
An absolutely beautiful place to stay. The Internet did not prepare us for such a wonderful guesthouse.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Vicki
AustraliaNothing
The pool was great
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Sally
United KingdomNothing
Beautiful house set in a large and lovely garden. The staff were exceptionally helpful and welcoming. The breakfasts were delicious and beautifully presented. Our favourite place in Sri Lanka.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Samantha
United KingdomI can't find any fault it was my favourite place on our trip and I wish we could have stayed longer
Loved the setting and design Loved how calm and friendly the staff were Loved how delicious and varied the breakfast was Loved how comfortable and interesting the bedrooms were
Stayed in February 2024
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