Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Mirissa travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mirissa

With a population of 4.695, Mirissa is a must-see destination in Southern, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Mirissa deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Activities & attractions in Mirissa

Whale watching experience in Mirissa
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When to visit Mirissa

Mirissa in September
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2051
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mirissa in September
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2051
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mirissa

Plane

When flying to Mirissa, you’ll arrive at Koggala (KCT), which is located 16 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Mirissa is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 128 km from Mirissa. You’ll find branches of Xdrive Mobility and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Colombo.

Plane

When flying to Mirissa, you’ll arrive at Koggala (KCT), which is located 16 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Mirissa is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 128 km from Mirissa. You’ll find branches of Xdrive Mobility and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Mirissa

KTYKalutara Katukurunda
BJTBentota River
HRIHambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l

Where to stay in Mirissa

Average rates range from around ₹ 3,818 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 13,493 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mirissa

Most booked hotels in Mirissa

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Sea World Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,117+
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Hotel Vacanza
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,037+
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Randiya Sea View Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
₹ 3,891+
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Hiring a car in Mirissa

Expect to pay ₹ 137 per litre in Mirissa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,640 and ₹ 2,186.

Expect to pay ₹ 137 per litre in Mirissa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,640 and ₹ 2,186.