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The Doctor’s House

A restored 200-year-old colonial house on the beach at Madiha, famous for its parties, outdoor bar, dorms and bungalows.

  • Hostel & poshtel
  • Madiha, Mirissa
  • Mid-range

Why we marked it

  • Restored 200-year-old colonial building
  • Beachfront with outdoor bar
  • Dorms and bungalows
  • Famous weekly parties and events

The Doctor’s House is a 200-year-old colonial building on the beach at Madiha, now one of the south coast’s best-known party venues and places to stay.

What it’s like

There are dorms and bungalows, an outdoor bar and showers, and regular parties, surf camps and events that draw people from all along the coast.

Good to know

  • Party nights sell out fast; check the events calendar.
  • Good surf on the doorstep.

Where it is

Madiha, Mirissa, Sri Lanka

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