THE 10 BEST Hotels in Arugam Bay 2024
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adar zohar
@adarzo
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2022
Excellent
"Excellent hosts and excellent room!! Perfect place to come and enjoy your time."
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#1 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Welcoming staff and eco-friendly design in a serene setting with large chalets, open-air bathrooms, and natural ventilation. Unique Sri Lankan cuisine, beautiful infinity pool, and ocean view.
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אמירה ל
@_V5600NA
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2022
Perfect service and staff
"Huge room and a very comfy bed 😄 Staff are always around to assist And the manager!!! Took care of us like family Definitely will come back****"
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#2 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Exceptional food, spacious rooms, beautiful pool; hotel boasts friendly staff and reasonable prices. Well-maintained amenities, on-site restaurant, and nearby food options.
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Sylwester K
@490sylwesterk
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2024
Unforgettable experience!
"We received a complimentary room upgrade and were amazed by the food, location, and views."
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#3 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Peaceful beach oasis with idyllic accommodations, beautiful surroundings, authentic Italian dining, and activities for surf enthusiasts and relaxation seekers.
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@Surendra135
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2021
A Calm Oasis
"The room was spacious and comfortable, with large spa type bathroom on the first floor facing the pool & gardens."
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#4 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Clean, spacious rooms with comfortable beds and pleasant atmosphere. Short walk to the beach, boasting a great view. Large, well-maintained pool area and tasty buffet options available.
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FranG1
@FranG1
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2023
Best location, great rooms! Lovely staff.
"We had an amazing stay here for five nights. Originally booked for two but as soon as we arrived we booked for a further 3. Hassan and his staff looked after us so well we had an amazing beach front room. Great..."
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#5 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Villa
Dovile A
@dovilea694
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2024
Unforgettable stay
"Food was delicious, and room clean."
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#6 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Luxurious villas with beautiful surroundings, private plunge pools, and spacious rooms. Quiet, less crowded location ideal for relaxation. Nearby lagoon safaris and beach visits.
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Villa
Mel Hartskeerl
@Melanie H
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2023
3 days RnR at the beach.
"A hidden gem. This hotel is amazing, the location, the space and the staff. It’s tucked away at the end of the beach and you’ll be pleasantly surprised. The rooms are great and fully serviced. The staff are..."
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#7 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Bungalows with "home from home" experience, attentive staff, excellent cooking. Spacious rooms, beautiful sea views, peaceful environment. Personal butlers, chefs.
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Henny B
@27hennyb
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2023
Fantastic Boutique Stay
"I stayed there with my GF last December and the stay here was one of the highlights of the 2 week trip. Room very comfortable and well furnished. The public area and grounds was very nice. The staff very friendly..."
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#8 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Rachellovestravel
@Rachellovestravel
Reviewed on Aug 22, 2023
Home away from home with wonderful knowledgeable hosts/owners with a wonderful story. Excellent value for money.
"Room was large (terrace room) with mozzie nets and a big enough bathroom."
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#9 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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MinibearX
@MinibearX
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2023
Highly recommended for Arugam Bay
"Highly recommend it for its beach front location, comfortable room and attentive service."
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#10 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Friendly owner, modern comfortable rooms, beautiful garden with pool, fantastic staff, great surf location, excellent Italian restaurant.
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Specialty Inn
Trek48149573500
@Trek48149573500
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2023
Excellent place to stay
"I was nervous about travelling on my own but I needn’t had worried. I had a lovely welcome when I arrived. I had a good chat with the manager who explained how the place works - surfing, breakfast, dinner etc. I..."
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#11 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Small Hotel
Anjleen H
@anjleendiver
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2022
Relaxed and chill hotel atmosphere
"The room was clean and had all the basics you need, but I would anyway recommend spending all your time outside surfing or going on tours."
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#12 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Beachfront hotel with clean rooms and ocean views. Offers delicious food, including Sri Lankan and Western options. Attentive staff, customizable meals, and central location.
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Agnes B
@Agnes B
Reviewed on May 20, 2023
Very nice place !!!
"We were three girls from Denmark who originally booked two nights but just had to stay two more, because it was so lovely. The owners of the hostel were incredibly sweet and very helpful. We totally recommend..."
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#13 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Akmalx
@akmalrx
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2021
Wonderful Stay...!!
"Wonderful location in Arugam Bay, on the right of beach...!! Large, clean and comfortable room."
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#14 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Beachfront location, clean spacious rooms, friendly staff, and delicious food create a positive experience. On-site restaurant/bar offers a variety of options at reasonable prices. Ideal for all travelers.
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NorthStar43969132562
@NorthStar43969132562
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2023
A taste of calm & relaxation
"Absolutely stunning, private, peaceful and relaxing.
Our whole stay at Blue Water was perfect, the cabanas are cute, clean and spacious for couples. We couldn’t fault anything.
We stayed for my 40th birthday and the..."
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#15 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Specialty Resort
Thilina Chandima Gunarathna
@Thilina C
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2019
Second Time Visit
"I visited this hotel in December 2018, When i visit first time Room(Kudils) does not had A/C but this time they renovate the rooms with A/C and lot more. as usual Staff is super friendly. Hotel does not have buffet..."
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#16 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Kelsey G
@Kelsey G
Reviewed on Oct 8, 2019
Fun Beachfront Palapas
"My husband and I stayed at Watermusic with 2 other couples. Overall we enjoyed our stay there. The location is pretty great, right on the beach. We appreciated that the cabanas are located a short way down the beach..."
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#17 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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#18 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Small Hotel
magic family
@bears_overtheworld
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2023
Indescribable, unforgettable, magical - a jewel
"Stay Golden is one of the nicest places we have ever stayed. Everything was just right here: from the hosts, to the offers like yoga and surfing, to our cabana.
Angie and Rihan are super nice and helpful. They are..."
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#19 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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#20 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Peaceful beachfront hotel with basic, comfortable rooms, AC, and well-maintained pool. Prime location near shops, restaurants, and ideal for surfers.
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#21 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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#22 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Clean hotel with spacious rooms, good AC, and hot water. On-site restaurant offers delicious local food and smoothie bowls. Friendly staff, great location, and nice garden.
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Aslam A
@982aslama
Reviewed on May 14, 2023
Good Place, Close to the Beach
"Clean room and bathroom."
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#23 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Lodge
#24 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Small Hotel
RachGlenn
@Rachel F
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2019
Comfy & friendly
"A lovely find. First night we went food was so yummy and beautiful presentation. Second night the food wasn’t as good and took a long time as they were a little distracted by unwelcome visitors... but staff are..."
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#25 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Maleesha D
@231maleeshad
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
Cant wait to spend my next vacation
"The hotel has relaunched with many services, now it offers co working space which is the first and only one hotel offers this kind of service, cycling, walking area, restaurant and bar.
not only Arugambays famous..."
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#26 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Specialty B&B
#27 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Cottage
Claudia F
@Claudia F
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2022
Highly recommended Accomodation!
"Super cozy place to stay for good prices, just a few metres from the beach. Rooms are tidy, have a fan and everything you need. The Beach Hut Crew is nice, open minded, helpful and flexible. You can also eat here..."
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#28 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Naama B
@Naama B
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2019
Great end of season!
"Arrived at Emma Beach in the middle of the night and immediately got everything I needed. The staff is super nice and kind people and the prices are decent. Also had a great lunch there.
Highly recommended!"
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#29 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
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Small Hotel
Keatherina
@keatherk2020
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2021
We had terrible weather in Aragum Bay :) Value for Money
"Our room was spacious and the aircon was perfect!"
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#30 Best Value of 394 places to stay in Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay Hotels Information
Hotels in Arugam Bay | 391 |
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Hotels Prices From | $11 |
Hotels Reviews | 9,613 |
Hotels Photos | 10,474 |
Travel high season | Sep - Nov |
Travel low season | Mar - May |
High season avg price | $75 |
Low season avg price | $47 |
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Price trends, weather and things to do can help you make a decision.
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Dec - Feb
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$54
$25$212
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76ºF
60ºF90ºF
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52in
28 in99 in
Mar - May
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$46
LOWEST
$25$212
Avg. temperature
77ºF
WARMEST
60ºF90ºF
Avg. precipitation
52in
28 in99 in
Jun - Aug
Avg. price/night
$61
$25$212
Avg. temperature
76ºF
60ºF90ºF
Avg. precipitation
34in
DRIEST
28 in99 in
Sep - Nov
Avg. price/night
$74
HIGHEST
$25$212
Avg. temperature
74ºF
COLDEST
60ºF90ºF
Avg. precipitation
82in
WETTEST
28 in99 in
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Arugam Bay. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.
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- Deergayu Acupressure CenterThe Deergayu Acupressure Center and Spa which is located at arugambay , offers a complete range of services to treat you. Choose from massage therapies, body treatments, facials and nail care. There is also a selection of packages combining several treatments.Read more
- Sangamankandy Pilliyar KovilIn the jungle just a few hundred meters from the main road lies an ancient shrine. It's still in use and it's a nice and quiet place in the jungle. Around it are massive stone hills. The beautiful shrine is also known as jungle Ganesh.Read more
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Frequently Asked Questions about Arugam Bay hotels
- The Spice Trail, BonaVista Beach Hotel, and Arugambay Surf Resort are some of the most popular hotels for travelers looking to stay near Arugam Bay. See the full list: Hotels near Arugam Bay.
- Whisky Point Resort, Upali Beach Surf Resort, and Shell Resort are all popular resorts for travelers staying in Arugam Bay. See the full list: Arugam Bay Resorts.
- Popular hotels close to Arugam Bay Tours include The Danish Villa Hotel, Stardust Beach Hotel, and The Amora. See the full list: Hotels near Arugam Bay Tours.
- Popular hotels close to Bandaranayake Intl Airport include Ramada by Wyndham Katunayake Colombo International Airport, Airport Zen Resort, and La Fiume Resort. See the full list: Hotels near Bandaranayake Intl Airport.
- A few of the most popular hotels near Pottuvil Lagoon are Stardust Beach Hotel, The Amora, and Lucky Bay. See the full list: Hotels near Pottuvil Lagoon.
- Some of the most popular pet-friendly hotels in Arugam Bay are Whisky Point Resort, Arugambay Surf Resort, and Feel the Waves. See the full list: Pet Friendly Hotels in Arugam Bay.
- Popular cheap hotels in Arugam Bay include East Surf Cabanas, The Danish Villa Hotel, and Upali Beach Surf Resort. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Arugam Bay.
- The Spice Trail, Jetwing Surf, and The Blue Wave Hotel all received great reviews from families traveling in Arugam Bay. See the full list: Arugam Bay Family Hotels.
- Popular hotels by the beach in Arugam Bay include Jetwing Surf, Whisky Point Resort, and Upali Beach Surf Resort. See the full list: Arugam Bay Beach Hotels.
- The Spice Trail, Jetwing Surf, and Whisky Point Resort received great reviews from travelers looking for a romantic hotel in Arugam Bay. See the full list: Romantic Hotels in Arugam Bay.
- Some of the most popular hotels with a pool in Arugam Bay include The Spice Trail, Jetwing Surf, and The Blue Wave Hotel. See the full list: Hotels with a Pool in Arugam Bay.
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