Title: The Fat Mermaid Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&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) ![Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View | Free WiFi - The Fat Mermaid (Mirissa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/f61db23e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo - The Fat Mermaid (Mirissa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/b682f309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&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) ![Courtyard - The Fat Mermaid (Mirissa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123110000/123105400/123105352/5da10714.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 on-site spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a 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 Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar - Laundry room £36 includes taxes & fees 17 Jan - 18 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=123105352&PinnedHotelID=123105352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) 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 | Free WiFi](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 Private bathroom 3 bathrooms Champagne service - 300 sq ft - 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. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMirissa-Hotels-The-Fat-Mermaid.h123105352.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMirissa-Hotels-The-Fat-Mermaid.h123105352.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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 - Mirissa Beach \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Parrot Rock \- 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Mirissa Fisheries Harbor \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Secret Beach \- 4 min drive \- 1.6 miles #### Getting around - Midigama Railway Station - 21 min drive - Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 147 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪W&D Beach Restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪Salt Mirissa - ‬7 min walk - ‪Petti Petti - ‬3 min walk - ‪Dewmini Roti Shop - ‬12 min walk - ‪101 - ‬5 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 on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi, with a 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: - Coffee/tea in reception, luggage storage and tour/ticket information - Concierge services and outdoor furniture Room features All guest rooms at The Fat Mermaid include perks, such as furnished patios and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. 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10 beach bars - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of LKR 10,000 - 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 lift ### 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 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 only accepts cash 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. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Fat Mermaid pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Fat Mermaid? ### How much is parking at The Fat Mermaid? ### 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.co.uk/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 10 Jan 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 4 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Vi bodde på Mermaid tre nätter och hade en väldigt bra upplevelse. Värden Bathiya är en ytterst trevlig värd som gör allt för att vistelsen ska bli bra. ##### Alexander Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ---