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The 10 Best Resorts in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

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Situated in Pottuvil and with Whiskey Point reachable within 30 metres, Whisky Point Resortfeatures a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a garden. The accommodation offers nightclub and a 24-hour front desk.

This is by far the best accommodation we’ve been to in Sri Lanka. Even though some people avoid this area during February as it’s considered low season, we had the best experience. It was quiet, sunny and relaxing. Anna and Nicolo are the best hosts and help out with whatever you need; surfing, safari, transport, etc. Their restaurant has delicious traditional pizza, pasta and more. Besides that, we saw a whole range of wildlife in the area, including free roaming elephants and crocodiles. After 3 nights I decided to extend my stay in Sri Lanka and come back for another full week at Whisky Point. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience!

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9.6
Exceptional
132 reviews
Price from
£45
per night

Beach Cab Resort is set in Arugam Bay, 70 metres from Arugam bay surf point, 2.4 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya and 11 km from Magul Maha Viharaya. The hotel has a barbecue, children's playground and terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site.

Very near to the beach. Beautiful rooms with good working ac. Nice balcony. Good mattress.

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9.3
Superb
116 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

Set in Arugam Bay, 60 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Golden Beach Chalets offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. 1.5 km from Pasarichenai Beach and 3.4 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, the resort provides a private beach area. The air-conditioned rooms provide a garden view and come with a desk and free WiFi.

Proximity to the beach Friendliness of the staff

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9.5
Exceptional
28 reviews
Price from
£49
per night

Situated in Arugam Bay, 400 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Paddyway Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

The hotel is in a quiet neighborhood but only a few walking minutes away from the main road with all the restaurants, bars and shops. The place recently opened and everything is brand new. If you have the WiFi signal, the internet is very good. The manager is super friendly and supportive. I highly recommend trying the traditional Sri Lanka breakfast in the hotel, so delicious! The rooms are very big and modern designed. The mattresses are good and comfortable.

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9.1
Superb
46 reviews

Situated in Arugam Bay, 200 metres from Whisky Point, Prime Surfers Bungalow features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 2-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

Great and helpful staff (Richard will explain everything in great detail), clean and lovely rooms, solid breakfast!

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9.3
Superb
53 reviews

Boasting a private beach area and views of sea, Sand Dune Beach Resort & Surf Camp is a recently renovated guest house situated in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Pasarichenai Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house features garden views, an outdoor fireplace and a 24-hour front desk.

nice nature peaceful beachfront resort The staff was incredibly welcoming and helpful.

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8.8
Fabulous
108 reviews

Eeast Beach Surf Resort features rooms with free WiFi. Located in Arugam Bay, it has a restaurant, 24-hour front desk and provides free private parking.

Each room has a seating area and private bathroom with shower.

very clean, good facilities and location!

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8
Very good
126 reviews

Located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach, Arugamabay Surf Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. 1.1 km from Pasarichenai Beach and 3.8 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, the property features a bar and a tennis court. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests.

Very nice accommodation, very nice view! Directly at the beach!!! The staff was soooo friendly and the breakfast was amazing

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8.7
Fabulous
29 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Located in Arugam Bay, 300 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Rams Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around 1.2 km from Pasarichenai Beach, the resort with free WiFi is also 4 km away from Muhudu Maha Viharaya. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests.

It was clean and in a great location. I originally stayed somewhere else, but then moved here. I then returned for a further 8 days when i came back to town.

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8.1
Very good
26 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

Located 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Feel the Waves offers a private beach area, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This beachfront property offers access to a patio. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the sea and garden.

The location is great, Beach front And that's it...

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8.7
Fabulous
79 reviews

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  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews
    Definitely best place we've stayed in in Sri Lanka 👌🏻 Great owner, who's also a level 2 surf instructor and fluent in English 🏄🏽‍♂️ It's right on the beach, so you can listen to the waves breaking from your bed, sunbed, hammock or while doing yoga 🙏🏻 If you want a yoga class, surf lesson, transport, food..anything, they'll arrange for you :) Easy yet cosy rooms, as is the resort. It's not a luxury one, but clean and well kept and cosily arranged with light chains, hammocks, sitting groups etc.
    Leif Aage
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £25.74
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 32 reviews
    We slept in Popoye beach resort, because of construction works close to Chimaca Bay. It's the same friendly owner who offered us the other hotel when we arrived. We had a really good stay in Popoye. It was clean, everybody was friendly and we enjoyed the breakfast. Especially the owner was so helpful. I forgot my ring and he organised somebody who brought it to my next hotel within a day. Thank you so much!
    Jasmin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £26.30
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 73 reviews
    The staff is very friendly and supportive. And the place is very clean and hygiene. I just love the stay. I highly recommend Shell resort for anyone who is willing to get the most for the budget.
    Gaganajith
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £117.96
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 46 reviews
    It’s a new resort very comfortable rooms nice Pool The best staff extremely friendly & helpful has everything you need
    Margie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £51.75
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 28 reviews
    This is such a great place! The rooms are spotless and comfortable, ac works great, hammock and balcony is nice and the location is quiet. But the best part of this resort is Ashan and team who manage it! He was so heplful, thoughtful and competent. They made us feel at home, organized tours and transportation for us and kept everything running so smoothly! They are the best!
    Chinka
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £51.75
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 28 reviews
    A fantastic resort with serene environment. we enjoyed the stay thoroughly. The staffs are friendly and helpful. food & service are great, will come back for sure!
    William
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £26.30
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 73 reviews
    It was a great spending time in there. The staff were very polite and nice apart from their breakfast was super and delicious. From the resort to beach is so close and it’s so east to travel there, it’s just walking distance. I highly recommend this place to go in your holidays.
    Venessa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £51.75
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 28 reviews
    Beautiful resort with friendly staff in green and sandy surrounding. Wonderful seafood dinner at this place with candle lights was something we always dreamed about. Perfect beach vacation. Thnkzzz
    maria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £202.69
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 138 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.
    Michal
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 96 reviews
    Lovely little beach resort with friendly hosts. They have great food with diversity in choice.
    Janno
    Young couple