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Whisky Point Resort

Hotel in Arugam Bay

Situated in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Whisky Point, Whisky Point Resort features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

L
Lotte Wøldiche
From
Denmark
It's a small resort situated right on the beach. With very few guests, there’s ample space for solitude. You can fully unwind, being close to nature, with everything designed to help you feel grounded. The couple who own the place go above and beyond to ensure you have the best possible stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews
Price from
US$38
1 night, 2 adults

Blue Waters

Hotel in Arugam Bay

Located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Pottuvil Point Beach, Blue Waters provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

E
Elisa
From
Germany
Location at the lonely beach near Pottuvil Point was beautiful and also way less crowded with the surrounding farmlands. Chilled hide-out compared to party-tourism at Arugam Bay main beach. We’ve even seen an elephant at Pottuvil Point. Staff and manager were super friendly, extremely helpful and took care that the place felt like home - and hands-down: best hotel food in our entire Sri Lanka round travel - looking forward to receiving your Dhal receipe :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Price from
US$69.30
1 night, 2 adults

Bay Dreams Beach Hotel & Surf Camp

Arugam Bay

Located in Arugam Bay, within 100 metres of Arugam Bay Beach and 2.8 km of Muhudu Maha Viharaya, Bay Dreams Beach Hotel & Surf Camp provides accommodation with a private beach area and free WiFi as...

A
Alex
From
United Kingdom
Warmly greeted with a cold drink by the genial host Iqbal. Invited to treat the place like home including using the kitchen to make tea and coffee. Large, well furnished (amazingly with pegs and shelves!) and very comfortable room with an enormous bathroom and hot water. Fabulous variety of breakfasts throughout our 5 night stay and wide variety of restaurants nearby for lunches and dinner. Good local rates for scooter hire.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Babar Point

Hotel in Arugam Bay

Babar Point offers 6 private and spacious bungalows with a large terrace and a view on the swimming pool. Each air-conditioned bungalow is equipped with free WiFi.

J
Joost
From
Netherlands
Amazing location, facilities, staff and owners.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Beach Cab Resort

Arugam Bay

Located in Arugam Bay in the Ampara District region and Arugam Bay Beach reachable within a few steps, Beach Cab Resort provides accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a private beach...

J
Jan
From
Germany
great located, staff was brilliant, you get a lot for your money
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$28
1 night, 2 adults

H&M Resort Arugambay

Arugam Bay

Set in Arugam Bay, within a few steps of Arugam Bay Beach and 2.9 km of Muhudu Maha Viharaya, H&M Resort Arugambay offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

A
Alana
From
United Kingdom
Beautiful sea views in a peaceful setting. The place feels private and is run by a lovely family who are so welcoming, kind, and accommodating - they really made us feel at home. The location is ideal if you want to be slightly away from the hustle and bustle of Arugam Bay, while still being just an easy walk into the main area. Would highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Beach Wave Arugambay

Hotel in Arugam Bay

Beach Wave Arugambay has a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and terrace in Arugam Bay.

S
Salla
From
Germany
Our stay at Beach Wave Hotel has been the best experience we've had on our holiday. The room is very comfortable, and has a lovely balcony with hammoch (beach view) which is perfect to relax in after a long day out. The location was excellent, it is a 05 second walk to the beach and is ideally located to all necessary amenities, e.g. restaurants , bars, supermarkets, ATMs, etc. Our experience would not have been possible without Beach Waves extremely kind and tireless host, Naleem, who is attentive to his guests' every needs. Silmir organised our travel to Arugam Bay, and to the airport, he also arranged for our surf lessons, and the excursions we were interested in. SIlmir does not overcharge or take a commission on any of these services, he simply provides you the best price and best person for the job. We surfed with the best surf school in Arugam Bay, and he was even kind enough to assist with getting a special massage for my partner's sprained ankle. Highly recommend this place and Value for the stay! Beach Wave Hotel is really the only option to choose when deciding where to stay in Arugam Bay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$120
1 night, 2 adults

The Wave Rooms & Hostel

Arugam Bay

Featuring a garden, private beach area, terrace and free WiFi, The Wave Rooms & Hostel is located in Arugam Bay, 300 metres from Arugam Bay Beach and 3.8 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya.

M
Matija
From
Mexico
The room was rather small but it was cozy enough for a few days for us as couple with lots of luggage and 3 surfboards. The room has an AC which is a big plus and kind of necessary in condensed area where the hostel is located. The mattress is nice and firm, I had a good sleep on it. There's hostel facilities you can use, like the kitchen and rooftop to hang out. There's free filtered water so you can refill your bottle any time of the day. The fact that this is a hostel means that the vibe is great and you will meet a lot of cool people. Being right in the center of town, the location is super convenient but that means it can get noisy at times. We used earplugs and were fine. The owner is super nice and always there to help. Overall a great value for the price
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
Price from
US$16.20
1 night, 2 adults

Kudah Bay Surf Camp

Arugam Bay

Boasting a balcony with sea views, a private beach area and a bar, Kudah Bay Surf Camp can be found in Arugam Bay, close to Arugam Bay Beach and 4.3 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya.

N
Nicky
From
New Zealand
It’s right on the beach and was the perfect mix of beach goodness, with good aircon and friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Price from
US$39.69
1 night, 2 adults

Amwaj Blue Cabana Arugambay

Hotel in Arugam Bay

Located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Pasarichenai Beach, Amwaj Blue Cabana Arugambay provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

M
Matej
From
Slovakia
Clean and new. This was the best accomodation in Sri Lanka that I have been to
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
US$9
1 night, 2 adults
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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$22
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews
    Amazing place, right on the beach! Perfect for a surf holiday👌Micheal is very helpful and kind!
    Guest review by
    Victoria
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$33.30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews
    Salty Alchemy feels like home, beautifully decorated and positioned right on the beachfront. Julia and Loku were the most incredible hosts and their dogs were the best companions whilst having afternoon naps in the hammock with the waves crashing!
    Guest review by
    Aleesha
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$20.91
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
    the cabanas are right on the beach, you can wake up and walk straight into the ocean! the staff became our friends and did so much for us. the rooms are basic but have everything you need for a comfortable stay - including a variety of electrical outlets for many countries. cold water showers are a relief in the sticky, humid conditions in Arugam bay. location is ideal, on the main strip, near restaurants and shops. I came to stay 3 days and stayed 11, I’ll be back at the end of this week for an extra 3 days.
    Guest review by
    Chelsea
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$95
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
    The hotel boasts the prime location in Arugam Bay, complemented by friendly staff and a lovely garden. It offers excellent beach access. The view of the sea from the seaside rooms is breathtaking. Additionally, the hotel's provision of drinkable water for refills is a thoughtful touch.
    Guest review by
    Benedik
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$85.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
    Great location right on the beach with good surf. Great hospitality and Richard is looking around making sure everyone’s satisfied.
    Guest review by
    William
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$120
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
    As fresh as a daisy. The staff and service provided were top noch. Sri lankan hospitality at its finest. With attention and care given to every detail, but not in an intrusive way. All requests were met with a smile. Villa was spacious, comfortable, and clean. Most amazing was the convenience of lovely sunrise at the beach in front of Villa, sunset views and very quiet place. We will sure come back again. Thank you to oceano surf team
    Guest review by
    William
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$35.40
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
    Great staff and cute little beach huts! Very quiet location right on the beach. This is the perfect hide away if you want to avoid the party scene in Arugam but stay close to the surf. The owner helped us renting a tuktuk and we drove around with our surf boards on top. The food they are serving is very tasty, fresh and very cheap.
    Guest review by
    Felicia
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$244.11
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
    Hotle located right on the beach, very nice holiday cottages, very big rooms, great combination of luxury and beach cottage style with a bathroom under sky. Close to nature, ocean view from every point of the resort. Very nice restaurant and friendly staff.
    Guest review by
    Michal
    Young couple