About this property
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 9.2 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
Availability
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1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed and 2 futon beds | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 double bed Bedroom 2 1 double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gerard
Netherlands“What a beautyfull place. A botanic garden with lovely flowers, all kind of seats, a great swimmingpool and even monkeys in the garden. Beautyfull rooms with lots of space and decorated with style. A good warm shower, nice blacony. A very nice...” - Charlotte
United Kingdom“Loved the house, the rooms, the pool, the breakfasts and the atmosphere. All very welcoming and relaxing.” - Deborah United Kingdom“The Spice House is a little gem in Mirissa set in beautiful gardens, with a lovely swimming pool. Our hosts were very attentive and friendly, offering tips and advice. Our room overlooked the garden, and we loved the colonial style. The rooms are...”
- Anita
Australia“We loved the very friendly staff, the beautiful gardens, the room which had its own verandah, ceiling fans and air con! We LOVED the pool which was so beautiful and peaceful and cool! The breakfast was fabulous and the location up behind the...” 
Eve
Ireland“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Spice House Mirissa. We stayed in Villa Chilli which was very luxurious and spacious. The outdoor pool is beautiful and the breakfast is great. Excellent accommodating staff. Location very central”- Mulvaney
Thailand“The staff a gentle and kind. Kamal, helped with any request. The place is an oasis of calm in nature. Would highly recommend this place to couples and families.” - Sally-ann
United Arab Emirates“We loved the pool and the beautiful plants everywhere. It was really an oasis from the busy street outside. The hotel staff were all very sweet and happy to assist us.” - Mick Australia“Excellent location,great breakfast incredible surroundings, staff terrific,totally recommend. Mick....couple”
- Vicki Australia“Breakfast was delicious. Room spacious with good size verandah overlooking a tropical garden. Close to Turtle Bay and restaurants. Very friendly host and staff.”
- Ryan United Kingdom“Beautiful place. Fantastic staff and breakfast. Organised TukTuks for us. Helped us with a very late checkout to catch a late flight. Rooms are spacious and have a great style to them. Fridge in the room. Ceiling fan and air con. Hot water...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineChinese
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 8 years are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
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.
