140 Gunasiri Mahime Mawatha, Paradise Beach Club Mirissa, Mirissa, Sri Lanka | (888) 710-7049
Contemporary hotel with a minimalist design and comfortable rooms
On Mirissa Beach, where beach parties and surfing are easily accessible
Modest rooms are comfortable and spacious with TVs and safes
Upgrades include minibars, multiple bedrooms, and whirlpool tubs
Beautiful oceanside pool with a wading section
Restaurant serving local cuisine and fresh seafood
Lots of trees and ocean vistas make for lovely surroundings
Massages and spa services available
Food in the restaurant gets mediocre reviews
Some bathrooms in older wing have dirty grout and mold
Breakfast is not included in the basic room rate
Free Wi-Fi signal is not reliable in rooms
This 42-room, mid-range hotel has all the basics for a relaxing beach vacation, but lacks polish in some areas. Common spaces have a modern, minimalist design and many are open to the ocean breeze. Rooms are comfortable and generally clean, particularly in the newer wing (mold in older bathrooms can reportedly be an issue). There is a beautiful pool deck with palm trees and a gorgeous view of the beach, both of which are appealing places to relax. Half-board meals are packaged with some rooms, but guests are underwhelmed with the choices and many prefer nearby restaurants. Esprit d’Ici Hotel, though not directly on the sand, offers similar amenities at a much lower price point and it's only a 10-minute walk from the beach.
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Scene
Laid-back beach resort with open-air spaces, a lovely pool deck, and sea views
This contemporary beach resort has appealing grounds and modern interiors, but is on the pricey side for the quality of offerings. Much of the hotel has a contemporary, minimalist design, sporting concrete floors, white walls, and white or natural wood furnishings. Large glass windows and open-air spaces let in lots of light and show off the spectacular views. The lobby is a bright space, open to the pool, beach, and hotel driveway, with padded wicker sofas creating several seating areas. Behind the turquoise front desk, a wavy concrete wall mirrors the ocean outside. The grounds are lovely, with plenty of trees and shady spots to relax, though the pool tends to be sunny. The hotel is well-suited to leisure travelers looking for a laid-back beach vacation.
Location
On Mirissa Beach, a popular spot for beach parties, surfing, and whale watching
This hotel is on Mirissa Beach, a gorgeous and popular spot in a small bay on Sri Lanka’s southern tip. The area is known for its laid-back atmosphere and there are several bars along the beach to aid in finding that vibe. There are also a few beachfront cafes and many restaurants within a 10-minute walk of the hotel. At the end of the beach -- also about a 10-minute walk -- Parrot Rock reaches into the sea and is a gorgeous, natural spot to enjoy the crashing waves. It is a 12-minute walk, or a three-minute drive, to the harbor where a whale watching trip can be booked. The city of Galle, with its pedestrianized areas and 16th-century fort, is a 50-minute drive away. The capital city of Colombo is about a two-and-a-half-hour drive from the hotel, and Bandaranaike International Airport is 10 minutes longer.
Rooms
Simple but comfortable rooms offer TVs and kettles; rooms in the older building need maintenance
Rooms are generally spacious, outfitted with traditional wooden furnishings and basic amenities. Tile floors and ivory walls paired with dark-wood furniture are a bit bland, but they're largely clean and comfortable. There’s little embellishment or color beyond a floral lampshade. Standard Rooms have a king-size or two twin beds, with upgrades offering sitting areas and additional bedrooms. All rooms have TVs (some flat-screen), kettles, and safes, plus minibars are available. Rooms in the newer section of the hotel are nicer, especially the bathrooms. Older bathrooms feel dingy, some with dirty grout, mold, and complaints of leaky showers. Showers are typically walk-in stalls with glass doors; some upgrades have whirlpool tubs. Hairdryers are provided, and free toiletries include soap and individual packets of shampoo.
Features
Large pool, beach access, restaurant, and spa services
All the basics are checked here for a relaxing beach vacation. The pool is big and in a beautiful spot, surrounded by trees and offering a lovely ocean view. There are a wading section and a bench with jets in the water. Wooden loungers covered in tacky plastic have black cushions on top. There are no umbrellas and little shade from palm trees. Tables under white umbrellas are a scenic spot for a drink from the bar. A tiny black building with a thatched roof offers poolside massage and spa treatments. Past the pool terrace, guests have direct access to the stunning Mirissa Beach -- a gorgeous sandy strip with shallow waters. There are plastic sunbeds available (no umbrellas), but most of the space is open.An on-site restaurant serves buffet-style meals with a mix of local cuisine, fresh seafood, and Western flavors, though guests find the quality less than satisfying. Breakfast is not included, but packages are available for breakfast and dinner. Many prefer to enjoy fresh seafood and local cuisine at nearby eateries instead. Wi-Fi is free, but the signal is poor in rooms, particularly those farthest from the reception area and pool.
