Spindrift Madiha
A Bali-style poshtel in Madiha with a large pool among palm trees, private doubles and dorms, yoga and social events.
- Mid-range
- Pool
- Yoga
- Private rooms
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.
- Mid-range
Hangover Hostels Mirissa
The original Hangover Hostel, once ranked among the world’s top exotic hostels, with container rooms, a rooftop with ocean views and fire shows.
- Budget
Why Not Backpackers
A party hostel in central Mirissa with a big pool, daily beer pong and drinking games.
- Budget
- Pool
- Party
- Beer pong
Whale Watching in Mirissa
Boat trips from Mirissa to see blue whales, sperm whales and dolphins off Sri Lanka’s south coast.
- Upscale
- Experience
Coconut Tree Hill & Parrot Rock
Mirissa’s two famous viewpoints: a palm-covered headland and a little rock island off the beach.
- Budget
- Experience
Satori Beach Hostel
A resort-like beach hostel with private beach access, ocean-view dorm balconies, air conditioning and boat parties.
- Mid-range
- Beachfront
- Boat parties
- Air conditioning
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About Mirissa
Mirissa is a curved beach town on the south coast, known for whale-watching trips, Coconut Tree Hill and a lively evening scene along the sand. Nearby Madiha has surf breaks and some of the coast’s best-known party hostels.
Whale season on the south coast generally runs from around November to April.