Handagedara Resort & Spa is a cosy property situated just 100 metres from the Mirissa Beach. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi access at all areas and tastefully furnished guestrooms. Set in the south of Sri Lanka just a 45-minute drive from Galle City, Handagedara Resort & Spa is also a 1.5-hour drive from the beautiful Sinharaja Rainforest. Bandaranaike International Airport is 3 hours away by car. Cooled with air conditioning, rooms at Handagedara Resort & Spa come fitted with ironing facilities, a wardrobe and work desk. En suite bathrooms come with free toiletries and hot-water showers. A 24-hour front desk will be happy to assist with laundry/dry-cleaning services and barbeque facilities. Travel arrangements can be made at the tour desk and airport shuttle services are available at a surcharge. Whale watching trips and other tours can be organized by the property. Local Sri Lankan and international dishes can be enjoyed at the in-house restaurant. For alternative dining options, room service is available.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Mirissa, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
7.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Debosree
    Bangladesh Bangladesh
    Loved everything about this resort. The pool was amazing, food was decent, staffs were really helpful.
  • Raeesa
    Bangladesh Bangladesh
    The place is very nice with a great outdoor poolside, a spa, and the room was very spacious, the bathroom was the highlight. Staff were nice and accommodating, good location.
  • Gisela
    Portugal Portugal
    The perfect stay. Super close to the beach and center. Very helpful staff. Beautiful clean rooms and an outstanding outside pool. We really enjoyed our stay at Handagedara, it was really dreamy!

Hosted by priyanga

9.3
9.3
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Host review score

priyanga
Our family house which is about 100 years old was renovated and expanded preserving the old charming of the colonial house to make a 20 bed room hotel. All rooms are air conditioned and have hot water. wifi is available in all areas for free. Facilities such as restaurant, swimming pool, recreational area, etc are available on site.
We are Engineers in profession and love travelling. We converted our family house, "Handagedara" (which was affected by Tsunami in 2004) to a guest house and started a very satisfying journey in hospitality business in 2011.
The hotel is located just 75m radial distance from both the famous mirissa beach and the fishing harbour where whales watching trips are started from. It is only 3-5 min walk to the beach and the harbour.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Handagedara Resort & Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
Entertainment and family services
  • Child safety socket covers
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hammam
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Handagedara Resort & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 00:00

Check-out

From 00:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Handagedara Resort & Spa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Handagedara Resort & Spa

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Handagedara Resort & Spa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Hammam
    • Cycling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Beach
    • Yoga classes
    • Bicycle rental
    • Spa facilities
    • Cooking class
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Swimming Pool

  • Handagedara Resort & Spa has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The prices at Handagedara Resort & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Handagedara Resort & Spa is 550 yards from the centre of Mirissa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from Handagedara Resort & Spa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Handagedara Resort & Spa is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Room options at Handagedara Resort & Spa include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Triple