Title: The Fat Mermaid - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=123105352&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Fat Mermaid Bed & breakfast with a full-service spa, steps from Mirissa Beach ## Photo gallery for The Fat Mermaid ![Restaurant - The Fat Mermaid (Mirissa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/76f9cd2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free daily continental breakfast - The Fat Mermaid (Mirissa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/e6cca089.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View - The Fat Mermaid (Mirissa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/f61db23e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Courtyard - The Fat Mermaid (Mirissa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/5da10714.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View | Bathroom - The Fat Mermaid (Mirissa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/b682f309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Mirissa Beach, The Fat Mermaid provides free continental breakfast, 10 beach bars, and a rooftop terrace. Treat yourself to a massage or Ayurvedic treatments at Secret Root, the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar - Laundry ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View ![Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/f61db23e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Air conditioning Private bathroom 3 bathrooms Champagne service - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/372875ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Separate bedroom Private bathroom 3 bathrooms Champagne service - 300 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/372875ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Air conditioning Private bathroom 3 bathrooms Champagne service - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMirissa-Hotels-The-Fat-Mermaid.h123105352.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMirissa-Hotels-The-Fat-Mermaid.h123105352.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Mirissa, The Fat Mermaid is near the beach. Star Fort and Dondra Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mirissa Beach and Secret Beach. [Visit our Mirissa travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mirissa.dx6348291) [View more B&B in Mirissa](https://www.expedia.ca/Mirissa-Bed-And-Breakfast.d6348291-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.94335%2C80.46270&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ps7V2_fyc7eL6nmJe8O782yoFJI=) Matara Rd, Mirissa, SP, 81740 ### What's nearby - ![The main beach in Mirissa. Some strong waves. Plenty of bars and restaurants to keep you fed and hydrated. Stunning. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/05c25a9b-099b-4492-95cf-111d6541845c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mirissa Beach 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![At the start of the beautiful Secret Beach (Mirissa) is a section where the sand is pink! #srilanka #secret beach # colours #pink ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/63ed48a2-5b54-4b74-8c03-02f6fed8ba8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Secret Beach 4 min drive \- 2.6 km - Parrot Rock 6 min walk \- 0.5 km - Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Mirissa Fisheries Harbor 18 min walk \- 1.5 km ### Getting around - Midigama Railway Station 21 min drive - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) 147 min drive ### Restaurants - 101 5 min walk - Dewmini Roti Shop 12 min walk - W&D Beach Restaurant 5 min walk - Salt Mirissa 7 min walk - Petti Petti 3 min walk ## About this property ### The Fat Mermaid Bed & breakfast near Mirissa Beach Take advantage of free continental breakfast, 10 beach bars, and a rooftop terrace at The Fat Mermaid. Treat yourself to a massage or Ayurvedic treatments at Secret Root, the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Additional perks include: - Concierge services, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance - Luggage storage and coffee/tea in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at The Fat Mermaid offer perks such as furnished patios and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 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Private picnics - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Cooking classes - Full-service spa ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Rooftop terrace ### Full-service spa - Ayurvedic treatments - Deep-tissue massages - Spa open daily - Sports massages ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Champagne service ### More - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 17 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Optional extras - Hosted evening meal: LKR 10000 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Fat Mermaid pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Fat Mermaid? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Fat Mermaid? ### What time is check-out at The Fat Mermaid? ### Where is The Fat Mermaid located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Fat Mermaid Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marianne Jan 10, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Very nice place close to the beach! An helpful host! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3a20450c-6c96-4436-8e77-e639cf01107f-1768039085718.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/76c71c61-b576-4b6f-800d-160d6d24579b-1768039088661.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Marianne Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Alexander Jan 4, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Vi bodde på Mermaid tre nätter och hade en väldigt bra upplevelse. 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