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Agra Arugambay has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Arugam Bay. Located around 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1.7 km away from Pasarichenai Beach. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, and currency exchange for guests.

One of the best hostels I’ve stayed at! The owner and his team are so thoughtful. The breakfast is incredible with several options (oats, pancakes, string hoppers, coconut roti). The location is great, it’s central and located on a quiet side street across from the beach. I also like the type of guests this hostel has attracts, most of which being young professionals who are considerate of the peaceful atmosphere. I will be staying here again next time I come to Arugam Bay!

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9.6
Exceptional
177 reviews
Price from
€ 15
per night

Set in the beginning of Arugam Bay, close enough to shops and restaurants but far enough that it is quiet and peaceful, Little Lagoon Hostel is a 3 minute walk away from the beach. The property features air-conditioned private rooms with attached bathrooms and airconditioned dorm rooms with shared bathrooms.

Best hostel in Sri Lanka! What a lovely family that took care of me. The husband makes breakfast in the morning, the rooms are super clean, nice AC for the hot days, a bike i could borrow and just so much hospitality and care you feel when you stay here. I was the first person to stay for the season and i love it. Would definitely recommend ❤️

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9.4
Superb
260 reviews
Price from
€ 15
per night

Set in Arugam Bay, 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Guru G Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. The property is around 1.5 km from Pasarichenai Beach, 3.7 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya and 4.9 km from Crocodile Rock. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
€ 10
per night

Dreamy Hostel Arugambay features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arugam Bay. The property is around 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, 1.5 km from Pasarichenai Beach and 3.7 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

It was great ! Thank you for the beautiful stay

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9
Superb
18 reviews
Price from
€ 17
per night

Situated in Arugam Bay, 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, The Lost Hostels, Arugam Bay Beach - Sri Lanka features air-conditioned accommodation and a garden. The property is around 1.7 km from Pasarichenai Beach, 3.4 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya and 5 km from Crocodile Rock. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

I originally came from lost hostels in weligama and was incredibly excited to stay at lost in Arugam bay. The team here is sooooo great!! I continue to extend because I don’t want to leave anytime soon. Thank you to the entire team at lost for making this place feel so welcoming! Cannot recommend enough!!!

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
€ 14
per night

Set in Arugam Bay and with Arugam Bay Beach reachable within 200 metres, Wave Hunters offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 1.9 km from Pasarichenai Beach, 3 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya and 4.7 km from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils. Magul Maha Viharaya is 17 km away and Kudumbigala Monastery is 26 km from the hostel.

Best place for nomads in arugam: - Rooms are clean and beds are comfy. - Staff are super nice and will try to help you as much as they can - Chil atmosphere with great community - There is a coworking in the hostel with super fast wifi (fiber, 100+ megabytes).

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9.2
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
€ 14
per night

Set in Arugam Bay, 300 metres from Pasarichenai Beach, Hangten's Surf Skate Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant. The property is located 1.5 km from Arugam Bay Beach, 3.8 km from Crocodile Rock and 5.4 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya. The hostel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

I came to this place by chance as a first time guest and couldn't have decided on a better place to stay. This place has absolutely everything i needed and even more (skate bowl, surfboard rent,delicious food, transport to surf breaks, good vibe ,clean accommodation and I could go on ....) The best hotel I've been to in my travels around Asia 🤙😜

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9.7
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
€ 16
per night

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling.

Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils is 5.8 km from the hostel, while Elephant Rock is 7.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Batticaloa International Airport, 117 km from Little Bay Arugam Bay.

The hostel has a relaxed vibe, it's close to the beach and has a good fan. Kitchen was fully equiped The little safari was the highlight of my stay in Arugam highly recommend staying here :)

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9.3
Superb
42 reviews
Price from
€ 11
per night

Waypoint Arugam Bay features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Arugam Bay. Featuring a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 60 metres from Arugam Bay Beach and around 1 km from Pasarichenai Beach. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a concierge service and free WiFi throughout the property.

Best place to stay in Arugam Bay!!!! Nicest staff, best vibes

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8.5
Very good
122 reviews
Price from
€ 9
per night

At the hostel, each room includes a patio. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, some units at Cactus Arugambay also have a terrace. At the accommodation all rooms include bed linen and towels.

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 the restaurant (buddies cafe) is a nice place to just have a chill or get some amazing food! The people are also very nice and will help you all they can. I stayed here 4 nights!

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8.1
Very good
36 reviews
Price from
€ 8
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Agra Arugambay
    Budget options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 177 reviews

    Agra Arugambay has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Arugam Bay. Located around 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1.7 km away from Pasarichenai Beach.

    great place with great breakfast! very recommended

  • Cactus Arugambay
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 36 reviews

    Boasting a garden, Cactus Arugambay is set in Arugam Bay in the Ampara District region, 100 metres from Arugam Bay Beach and 2 km from Pasarichenai Beach.

    Lovely spot down the quite end of town, beach 100m away.

  • Early birds
    Budget options available

    Located in Arugam Bay and with Pasarichenai Beach reachable within 200 metres, Early birds provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

  • Lagoon
    Budget options available

    Located in Arugam Bay, within 1.1 km of Arugam Bay Beach and 1.9 km of Pasarichenai Beach, Lagoon provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

  • MALLARA Surf Chill Homestay
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting a garden, bar and free WiFi, MALLARA Surf Chill Homestay is situated in Arugam Bay, 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach and less than 1 km from Pasarichenai Beach.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Arugam Bay

  • Costels
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Arugam Bay, within 200 metres of Arugam Bay Beach and 1.8 km of Pasarichenai Beach, Costels offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

  • Guru G Hostel
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Arugam Bay, 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Guru G Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Little Bay Arugam Bay
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 42 reviews

    Situated in Arugam Bay, 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Little Bay Arugam Bay features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    Had a very good time there. The owner is a funny guy and available for any needs. Definitely recommended

  • Wave Hunters
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 10 reviews

    Set in Arugam Bay and with Arugam Bay Beach reachable within 200 metres, Wave Hunters offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    Really liked my stay at Wave Hunters. The staff was so nice and helpful. I will definitely be back!!

  • The Long Hostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 95 reviews

    The Long Hostel is the most modern, most popular and largest Hostel in Arugam Bay!

    Everything perfect! Clean, arrange,location great:)

  • Waypoint Arugam Bay
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 121 reviews

    Waypoint Arugam Bay features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Arugam Bay.

    Great hostel, great people, clean, comfy - perfect! :)

  • Shine Rise Hostel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews

    Situated in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach, Shine Rise Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar.

  • Lemon Tree Hostel
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 54 reviews

    Located in Arugam Bay, 100 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Lemon Tree Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Great location, right by the beach and the main busy area of Arugam.

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Hostels that guests love in Arugam Bay

  • Avg. price/night: € 27.28
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 42 reviews
    Little Bay is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in and the host is one of the best I've ever met. Everything about the hostel was perfect from the cozy vibe to the layout of the dorm rooms and the attentiveness of Ruan (the host) in ensuring my time in Arum Bay was absolutely perfect. Would absolutely recommend to anyone and everyone.
    Mohammad
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 55.49
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 177 reviews
    One of the best hostels I’ve stayed at! The owner and his team are so thoughtful. The breakfast is incredible with several options (oats, pancakes, string hoppers, coconut roti). The location is great, it’s central and located on a quiet side street across from the beach. I also like the type of guests this hostel has attracts, most of which being young professionals who are considerate of the peaceful atmosphere. I will be staying here again next time I come to Arugam Bay!
    A
    Alejandra
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 259 reviews
    Best hostel in Sri Lanka! What a lovely family that took care of me. The husband makes breakfast in the morning, the rooms are super clean, nice AC for the hot days, a bike i could borrow and just so much hospitality and care you feel when you stay here. I was the first person to stay for the season and i love it. Would definitely recommend ❤️
    Lois
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 69.37
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 176 reviews
    Good location and great welcoming. Friednly staff. Nice sea view with balcony. Clean room and bathroom. Comfy bed. Good vibes! Valure for stay. A/C working super and Internet WiFi connection. I had breakfast at a restaurant in front of the hostel and had coconut and fruit juices. Very cheap for everything. Highly recommend!
    W
    Wright
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 92.40
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 38 reviews
    Great location, amazing view, perfect access to the beach (you can enjoy sound of ocean with a view when having your tastefull and relaxing breakfast), kind, polite, helpfull and friendly staff. Safe in a room.
    Aina Mihejeva-Bebre
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 22.59
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 23 reviews
    Great location close to the beach host was very friendly and attentive good for budget stay
    Szczodrowski
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 39.77
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 257 reviews
    My stay here was super smooth, the room is exactly as described. It is a slightly more budget option, so it was exactly what I expected it would be. I found everything to be super clean. The owner is really friendly and seems to really care about his guests, I was super comfortable staying there. The breakfast is really nice and much cheaper than other options in the area, I had the impression the owner cares about being fair to his guests and I appreciated it. The bed was comfortable and the room quiet.
    Laura
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 259 reviews
    We stayed for 3 nights and loved everything about this place. The interior of the hostel is very beautiful and the large garden has lots of seats and hammocks. You immediately feel at home here! Breakfast is free and changes every day, it was very tasty. The owners are very friendly and help with organising surfing lessons, taxi and everything you need. Best hostel in Sri Lanka so far!
    Lena
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 95 reviews
    It was one of the best hostels i ever stayed at!!! So many nice people and the owner was so friendly! I really enjoyed staying here, definitely going to come back!
    Blo
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 259 reviews
    Best hostel I’ve stayed so far in Sri Lanka as a solo backpacker. I loved the low key location away from the hustle and bustle. It was only 10 mins walk into town and with bicycles provided aswell as a travel option it was well worth it to stay here. The staff are all very lovely and love a chat. They kept the space very clean and cozy for all of us staying there. It felt like a home rather than a pit stop which I loved. I’d most definitely look forward to coming back on my future trips!
    N
    Nathasha
    Solo traveller