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Ballena Regency

3.0 star property
Travelers can sip cocktails while enjoying ocean views at this coastal retreat, or sample international cuisine just steps from Mirissa Beach

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Ballena Regency sits just a stone's throw from Mirissa Beach, where guests can enjoy sun, sand and sea views. The property features an on-site restaurant serving international cuisine and an outdoor pool for relaxation. Free self-parking and WiFi add convenience to the stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Pool View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, Pool View

  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Mirissa, Ballena Regency is near the beach. Star Fort and Dondra Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mirissa Fisheries Harbor and Eagles' Catalina Golf Course. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as snorkelling. Visit our Mirissa travel guide
Map
Udupila Road, Mirissa, 81740

What's nearby

  • Mirissa Beach
    Mirissa Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Secret Beach
    Secret Beach
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Parrot Rock
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mirissa Fisheries Harbor
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station
    24 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    143 min drive

Restaurants

  • Deltano’s Wood Fired Pizza & Pasta
    3 min walk
  • Mila Miriss
    9 min walk
  • Zouk
    5 min walk
  • Garlic
    7 min walk
  • Dewmini Roti Shop
    8 min walk

About this property

Ballena Regency

Hotel near Mirissa Beach
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Ballena Regency. Be sure to enjoy international cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-in
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Ballena Regency feature perks, such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 6.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 85.00 per vehicle (return)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Does Ballena Regency have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Ballena Regency pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ballena Regency?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ballena Regency?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Ballena Regency?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Ballena Regency provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 85.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Ballena Regency located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mirissa Beach and Parrot Rock. Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint and Mirissa Fisheries Harbor are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ballena Regency Reviews

7.8

Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Huge room and expansive view

I loved my stay here, as the room was spacious and clean. The bed was super-comfy, with a medium-hard mattress. Slept SOOOOO well. Get the breakfast to start your day well - fruit plate, Sri Lankan omelette, coffee, tea, juice. The staff speak moderate English, and will make every attempt to ensure your stay is comfortable. Although this establishment is located well Google Maps is NOT to be trusted! Maps will take you to a location over the nearby creek (which stinks during the day). Maintenance on the place could be better, and overall looks a little tired. Pool is not over-chlorinated, which is a bonus.
Verified

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good Value for Money

This place has had some poor reviews due to it only being a year old and already needing major maintenance. Yes, the hallways and fittings throughout the hotel are pretty dodgy, but the room was fine. Modern, clean and comfortable. I think some people need to remember this is Sri Lanka, and is only just becoming touristy, so a lot of things aren't quite up to "Western" standards. Our room was big and comfortable, the bed was massive, and definitely the best shower we had at all of the places we stayed throughout the country. Hot water, and great pressure. The Wifi even though we had full bars, was pretty much non-existent though. There is also a roof top bar and restaurant advertised, however it is only open for breakfast. Pool area is great. The manager and staff were super lovely and helpful. Probably couldn't have picked a better location. You pay a little bit extra to stay here, but not that much, and compared to what you get for a little less everywhere else, the bed and shower were worth a couple of extra dollars.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

LAURENT

Décevant et mauvais rapport qualité prix

Hôtel pas trop mal placé dans un petit chemin. Chambre avec vue mer mais inutile de prendre ce supplément. Certes on voit la mer mais au loin, au dessus des cocotiers et en regardant sur le côté. Hôtel très récent mais manque cruel d'entretien. L'intérieur de l'ascenseur est en inox sale. Dans la salle de bains, la paroi en verre de la douche ne semble pas nettoyée et en tout cas pas jusqu'en haut. Balcon avec jardinière avec terre grossière sans plante et il manque une moitié de la paroi en verre. Les sièges du balcon ont été rapidement déballés en laissant des lambeaux de plastique sous les sièges. La piscine pourrait être agréable mais l'eau n'est pas claire. J'ai quitté l'hôtel à 5 heures 30 afin de faire l'excursion pour voir les baleines mais il n'y avait personne à la réception. Après avoir appelé, j'ai laissé la clé derrière le comptoir.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Urte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grundsätzlich ein tolles Hotel

An dem Hotel und seinen Mitarbeitern gibt es grundsätzlich gar nichts auszusetzen. Wir waren mit allem sehr zufrieden. Nur leider ist es nachts so laut, dass wir oft nicht schlafen konnten. Auch nicht mit Oropax. Das ist ein no go für den Urlaub. Die Balkontüren schließen nicht komplett, sodass immer ein kleiner Spalt offen steht. Nachts sind am Strand oft laute Partys und die Hunde der Umgebung geben Bell- und Heulkonzerte. So mancher Hund schreit, als würde er die ganze Nacht gefoltert werden. Das war so gruselig und gleichzeitig nervraubend, dass ich niemandem besten Gewissen empfehlen kann dort Urlaub zu machen. Verbesserungsvorschläge für das Hotel: 1. Balkontüren mit Schallschutz, die komplett schließen. 2. Eine größere Variantion des Angebots beim Frühstück. Der Toast den man in Sri Lanka häufig zum Frühstück bekommt schmeckt wie Zwieback und hat ähnliche Konsistenz. Nicht lecker! Dabei gibt es so tolles landestypisches Frühstück wie Rottis und Pancakes. Für ein Sternehotel sollte es kein Problem sein, so etwas anzubieten. Auf Nachfrage gab es für jeden 1 Pancake, aber auch nicht jeden Tag. Das ist zu wenig Service. 3. Außerdem empfehle ich sich mit anderen Gasthäusern und Hotels zu verbinden ud dafür zu sorgen, dass der stinkende Müll auf dem Weg zum Strand verschwindet, vor allem der Bach/Fluss muss dringend gereinigt werden. Wenn das Land dafür nicht Sorge trägt, dann muss man es eben selbst in die Hand nehmen, wenn man ein guter Gastgeber sein will.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Hei Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

好

房間寬闊，整潔，只要不在大路旁，要行一段小路才到，職員有善，步行五分鐘便到海灘
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, close to the beach!

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Ballena Regency. The hotel is new (its a year old), and has been finished to a very good standard. Our room was large, and being on the third floor, had great views including a side view of the ocean. The room was very clean, lots of storage and hanging space, and very good a/c! We also had a spacious balcony with seating area. The pool area is lovely, with loungers and umbrellas for shade. The breakfasts at the hotel are hard to beat - with fresh fruit platters, juice, tea/coffee, pancakes, omelette etc all offered and freshly made to order for guests. The location is great - a couple of minutes stroll and you are at the central entry point for Mirissa beach with all the bars and restaurants. As the hotel isn't directly on the beach, you are protected from the noise from the bars when you retreat back to the hotel at the end of the evening. Perfect! The staff were brilliant - always helpful, and cheerful. They organised our onwards transfer to Thalpe, and were always available when we needed them. We would definitely recommend the Ballena Regency, and will stop there again if we return to Mirissa!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good mid market hotel

Ballena Regency is basically a four storey building with nine bedrooms, a breakfast room on the roof and a decent sized swimming pool. The sea is just visible from the top two floors. The beds are huge and comfortable and so are the rooms. Not much of a garden but a small still river next door full of fish, turtles, iguanas and birds and monkeys in the trees. Cleanliness is good though the shower soap dish in our very nice bathroom was caked in old, dried soap and never cleaned. Mirissa beach is a little crowded but good fun and lots of beach restaurants. Plenty to do in the area by tuk tuk or taxi. Location of hotel is excellent, a short way back from the busy main roàd. Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Vagabond

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a good experience

Upon late arrival we got a very dirty and unclean room. It was disgusting. We complained about that and got the answer that it was cleaned the day before. We were offered a new room which was OK and we could move in one day later. The management avoid to answer our request about compensation but after six days we could reach a solution only due to the fact that we kept asking and asking. There was also rats running around in the corridors. This hotel could be a great place with the right management and reliable and well trained staff. Now its is like they do not know how to provide a descent and clean standard and how to respond to the guest demands.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
As new hotel, a little bit weird that the ceiling of the bathroom is seriously mould. Would be good to have a restaurant even though there is lots of choices at surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great hotel within walking distance to beach

Staff was very friendly and gave us a free upgrade. We extended our stay for another night as the hotel was close to the beach. Was told by staff that the hotel was affected by heavy rain and I think this damaged some of their flooring on the corridor. The walls had damp in it. Such a pity, the roof top restaurant was closed for renovation. I hope they manage to restore it soon and get more business. The pool doubles up as a bonus when the beach gets too hot as many of these beach side hotels normally forgo a pool because of its proximity by the beach. But this was a nice touch added on by the hotel. The shower is a little cranky but so long as you know how to work the taps it’s perfectly fine. Like with most smaller hotel staff in Asia, there’s limited hot water so don’t linger and get the job done ASAP. There were many plug sockets but have a trouble fitting in Tavel adapters because of the space around it, for example the socket is too close to cupboards etc etc. good idea, but wasn’t executed too well. Overall, a very satisfied stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ballena Regency by Camlo- отличный отель

Отель замечательный, просторные комнаты, большая ванная,сантехника на уровне, две раковины для умывания-пустячок,а приятно. Балкон тоже большой. Полноценный холодильник-это большой плюс.Бассейн достойный,можно плавать в любое время.Обслуживание персонала не навязчивое, стараются помочь во всём. От пляжа 3 мин пешком. Если приеду в Мириссу,то только сюда.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynneandrob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel with fab pool and close to beach

Unbelievably large room, bathroom and balcony,we had so much space which was great! Staff were very friendly and more than happy to help with enquiries. Breakfast was also very good. Hotel is nice and peaceful as set back on a quiet road, but you are still just literally a few minutes walk from the beach itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Al Rashad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden Gem

The hotel is <5mins walk from the beach. The staff were really helpful and great quality of service. Overall the hotel was relatively new and a great place to stay.