About this property
Beachfront Location: Cactus Arugambay in Arugam Bay offers direct access to Arugam Bay Beach, just metres away. Guests enjoy stunning garden views and a serene inner courtyard setting. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features a lush garden, providing a relaxing environment. Each room includes a private bathroom with free WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay. Amenities and Services: Facilities include a shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. Additional services include a paid shuttle, 24-hour front desk, housekeeping, and a tour desk. Local Attractions: Nearby attractions include Muhudu Maha Viharaya (2.9 km), Lagoon Safari (4.7 km), and Crocodile Rock (5 km). Surfing is available in the surrounding area.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
Delfina
Spain“Everything. The stuff is great, the facilities super nice and clean and close to the beach and lot of shops”- Macko
Czech Republic“The host was very nice and the location was amazing, very close to the beach.” - Benjamin
Germany“Lovely staff and locally owned. Owner is a super chill dude and the location is calm and serene, you can go to the beach in 20 seconds or just chill the whole day in a hammock. Highly recommend. Cheers to Lahiru” - Indraneel
India“The owner was amazing! Very very helpful. The stay itself just 300 mtrs from beach. Perfect budget option.” - Noel
Switzerland“Perfect location, very close to the beach. Has a kitchen you can use and is a very cosy vibe. The staff are super friendly and helpful. The bed is very comfortable. You have your peace and quiet when you want it.” - Thushan
Sri Lanka“* In the heart of the town * 2 minute walk to the beach *Friendly and attentive staff *A great place to meet other travellers” - Gänzle Germany“Very well located, restaurants, supermarkets and the beach are all just two minutes away. Super cheap. And the friendliest staff, extremely helpful, no matter what.”
- Sofia Sri Lanka“Super friendly staff! They helped us alot when we wanted to take the night bus to Colombo, also comfortable beds and the beach was suppeeer nearby!”
- Josh
United Kingdom“The accommodation was perfect location just a short walk to the beach and all the main shops. The bed was comfortable and free tea and coffee and water. The outside area was always clean and tidy with relaxing music on which made the place a...” - Carlijn
Netherlands“I liked this hostel because it jas a great vibe and is close to the beach (2 min walk) It has a few private rooms and one dorm so its not the biggest, which i like. The room is only with single beds and is quite big. There is free waterrefil and...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
