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building and a modern hilltop retreat. The entrance is 1.1km inland from the main road's
148km marker.
Imagine Villa Hotel
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
( 223 2088;
www.imagine.lk
;off Galle-Matara Rd;s/d from US$95/120; )
This colonial-style, colonnaded L-shaped two-storey hotel is right on its own patch of
beach. The nine rooms are nicely furnished and have fridges and private outdoor seating
areas (upstairs ones have the best views). It's about 5km in either direction for the nightlife
of Mirissa and the attractions of Matara. Look for the turn at the 154km marker.
Aussie Swiss Beach Resort
HOTEL
( 225 4662;
www.aussieswissbeachresort.com
;
23 Modarawatta Rd;s/d from US$95/125; )
You get no points for guessing the nationalities of the owners of this immaculate six-room
hotel on its own little beach west of Mirissa Beach. Rooms feature king-size beds, bal-
conies or patios with sea views, and fridges. You can enjoy Ayurvedic treatments and
menus. Look for the turn at the 147km marker on the main road.
Palace Mirissa
RESORT
( 225 1303;
www.palacemirissa.com
;
off Gunasiri Himi St;s/d half board from €75/90; )
With the dominant position on the headland at the western end of the bay, this is a very ap-
pealing top-end option. The 13 raised cottages have Hindu accents and nice porches with
views. There's a pleasant fresh-water swimming pool and stunning views from the restaur-
ant.
Eating & Drinking
Numerous cafes set up plastic tables and chairs right up to the tide day and night. Wander
and compare which one has the freshest seafood. All are good for a beer (invariably served
to a reggae and rock soundtrack).
No1 Dewmini Roti Shop
SRI LANKAN
(off Galle-Matara Rd;meals from Rs 200; 8am-9pm)
