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Beachfront hotels in Arugam Bay

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Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in November 2022.

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Arugam Bay. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 Golden Beach Resort Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Golden Beach Resort

    Resort. Located in Arugam Bay, 100 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Golden Beach Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. 1.5 km from Pasarichenai Beach and 3. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around $13.

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  • 2 Surf Beach Hotel Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Surf Beach Hotel

    Hotel. Located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach, Surf Beach Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 1.9 km from Pasarichenai Beach, 3. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $5.

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  • 3 East Beach Surf Resort Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: East Beach Surf Resort

    Hotel. 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $6.

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  • 4 Royal Beach Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Royal Beach

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Arugam Bay, within a few steps of Arugam Bay Beach and 2 km of Pasarichenai Beach, Royal Beach features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 5-star hotel offers a private beach area and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $25.

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  • 5 Shim Beach Resort Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Shim Beach Resort

    Resort. Set in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Pasarichenai Beach, Shim Beach Resort offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is around 2 km from Arugam Bay Beach, 4.1 km from Crocodile Rock and 5. Show full description Guest review score 6.8, rooms from around $6.

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  • 6 Tsunami Beach Hotel Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Tsunami Beach Hotel

    Hotel. The Tsunami Beach Hotel is located in Arugam just steps away from the beach. Rooms come fitted with comfortable seating areas. The hotel also offers free internet access at all areas. Show full description Guest review score 6.8, rooms from around $16.

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  • 7 Sunshine & Moonlight Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Sunshine & Moonlight

    Hotel. Set in Arugam Bay, 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Sunshine & Moonlight offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is situated 1.5 km from Pasarichenai Beach, 3. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $7.

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  • 8 Stay Golden Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Stay Golden

    Hotel. Set in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Pasarichenai Beach, Stay Golden offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. 400 metres from Arugam Bay Beach and 4.4 km from Crocodile Rock, the property features a terrace and a bar. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $35.

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  • 9 Etnico Surf Resort Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Etnico Surf Resort

    Hotel. Located on the beachfront, Etnico Surf Resort provides basic and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access throughout the property. It operates a 24-hour front desk. Featuring a terrace, air-conditioned rooms come with a clothes rack, mosquito net, a fan and seating area. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $16.

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  • 10 Dream Garden Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Dream Garden

    Hotel. Dream Garden offers accommodation at a minute's walk from the beach. The resort has an outdoor pool and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $59.

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  • 11 Surf & Sand Hotel Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Surf & Sand Hotel

    Hotel. Surf & Sand Hotel in Arugam Bay provides adults-only accommodation with a restaurant, a bar and a garden. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shared kitchen and currency exchange for guests. All rooms at the hotel come with a seating area. The units feature a private bathroom, slippers and bed linen. Guests at Surf & Sand Hotel can enjoy a Full English/Irish or an Asian breakfast. Arugam Bay Beach is 200 metres from the accommodation, while Pasarichenai Beach is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Batticaloa International, 116 km from Surf & Sand Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $35.

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  • 12 Blue Waters Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Blue Waters

    ***** Hotel. Located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Pottuvil Beach, Blue Waters provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a private beach area and a tour desk. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $52.

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  • 13 The Bay Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: The Bay

    ** Hotel. Located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach, The Bay provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a bar, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, an ATM and currency exchange for guests. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $17.

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  • 14 Arugambay PodBay Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Arugambay PodBay

    * Hotel. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Arugambay PodBay is a beach front property located in the centre of Arugambay, minutes away from the Main Point and 7.1 km from Whiskey Point. The on-site restaurant serves continental and Sri Lankan breakfast every morning. Show full description Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around $29.

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  • 15 Paper Moon Kudils Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Paper Moon Kudils

    *** Hotel. Featuring a restaurant, bar and poolside lounge, Paper Moon Kudils offers pet-friendly accommodation in Pottuvil overlooking the Whisky Point surfing spot in Arugam Bay. Free private parking is available on site. All include a seating area for your convenience. Views of the sea, pool or garden are featured in certain rooms. Each room has a private bathroom with a hot water shower and bidet. The resort has a year round outdoor pool and barbecue. Guests can enjoy meals prepared to order at the restaurant, or drinks at the bar You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. This resort has a private beach area. Surf boards and surf training are provided. The hotel is in close proximity to many historical and religious sites at 5 km, as well as the Kumana National Park at 20 km. It also minutes away from the surfing points 50 - 100 metres and surf boards are available on hire. Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around $30.

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  • 16 Arugambay Roccos Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Arugambay Roccos

    Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and views of the sea, Arugambay Roccos is set in Arugam Bay in the Ampara District Region. The resort has a year-round outdoor pool and a private beach area, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Show full description Guest review score 6.6, rooms from around $58.

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  • 17 Babar Point Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Babar Point

    *** Hotel. 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. In addition, each room has a large outdoor bathroom with 2 showers. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $55.

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  • 18 Whisky Point Resort Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Whisky Point Resort

    Hotel. 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. A à la carte breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. Whisky Point Resortoffers a terrace. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $38.

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  • 19 Jetwing Surf Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Jetwing Surf

    ***** Hotel. Jetwing Surf is located in Pottuvil, 3.1 km from Whiskey Point. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $129.

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  • 20 Whisky Point Surf Cabana Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Whisky Point Surf Cabana

    Hotel. Situated in Arugam Bay a 5-minute walk to the surf point, 5 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, Whisky Point Surf Cabana has rooms with free WiFi access. Featuring a shared lounge, this property also provides guests with a terrace. European, local and Indian dishes are served at the on-site restaurant. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $21.

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  • 21 Exotic Beach Hotel Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Exotic Beach Hotel

    Hotel. Set in Arugam Bay, 600 metres from Whisky Point, Exotic Beach Hotel offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a private beach area. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The hotel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around $10.

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  • 22 Aprota Villas Arugambay Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Aprota Villas Arugambay

    ***** Hotel. Set in Arugam Bay, 1.7 km from Whisky Point, Aprota Villas Arugambay offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel has a restaurant and a private beach area. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $115.

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  • 23 Sunset View Beach Hotel Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Sunset View Beach Hotel

    Guest house. Offering a sun terrace and views of the sea, Sun Set Beach Hotel is located in Arugam Bay area. Guests can enjoy free WiFi access in its public areas, or arrange activities such as canoeing, windsurfing and fishing. Featuring garden and sea views rooms come with mosquito nets. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $13.

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  • 24 Beach View Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Beach View

    Guest house. Set in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach, Beach View offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. The property is situated 800 metres from Pasarichenai Beach, 4.1 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya and 4. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $19.

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  • 25 Sandy Beach Hotel Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Sandy Beach Hotel

    Guest house. Set in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach, Sandy Beach Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and water sports facilities. The property is located 1.9 km from Pasarichenai Beach, 3. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $64.

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  • 26 Beach Hut Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Beach Hut

    Guest house. Situated in Arugam Bay, within 100 metres of Arugam Bay Beach and 2 km of Pasarichenai Beach, Beach Hut features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 3 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, 4.7 km from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils and 5. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $6.

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  • 27 Air Lush Beach Cabanas Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Air Lush Beach Cabanas

    Guest house. Set in Arugam Bay, Air Lush Beach Cabanas offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach and provides various facilities, such as a garden, a terrace and a private beach area. Boasting dry cleaning services, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $8.

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  • 28 Beach Wave Hotel Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Beach Wave Hotel

    * Guest house. The Beach Wave Hotel is situated in Arugam Bay on the South East coast of Sri Lanka. The hotel is perfectly positioned on the beach with sweeping views of the bay and the Arugam Bay Surf Point. Located within a short walk (10 minutes) from the Arugam Bay Surf Point Featuring free Wi-Fi and a barbecue, Beach Wave Hotel offers pet-friendly accommodation in Arugam Bay, just 2. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $13.

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  • 29 Hakuna Matata Arugambay Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Hakuna Matata Arugambay

    Guest house. Hakuna Matata Arugambay has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Arugam Bay. The property is around 80 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, 1.9 km from Pasarichenai Beach and 3. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $13.

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  • 30 Arne's Place Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Arne's Place

    Guest house. Situated in Arugam Bay, 60 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Arne's Place features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $11.

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  • 31 Super Mint Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Super Mint

    Guest house. Situated in Arugam Bay, within 200 metres of Arugam Bay Beach and 2 km of Pasarichenai Beach, Super Mint features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 2.9 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, 4. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $5.

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  • 32 Watermusic Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Watermusic

    Guest house. Situated in Arugam Bay, Watermusic offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach and features various facilities, such as a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is set 1.9 km from Pasarichenai Beach, 3. Show full description Guest review score 7.0, rooms from around $17.

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  • 33 20 House Arugam Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: 20 House Arugam

    ** Guest house. Located within 800 metres of Muhudu Maha Viharaya and 11 km of Magul Maha Viharaya, 20 House Arugam in Arugam Bay features a shared lounge and rooms with free WiFi. This 2-star guest house offers a 24-hour front desk. The property features a restaurant. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around $4.

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  • 34 New Tristar Beach Hotel Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    New Tristar Beach Hotel

    Bed and Breakfast. Featuring sea views, New Tristar Beach Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace, around 1.2 km from Pasarichenai Beach. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking and room service. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $20.

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  • 35 Feel the Waves Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Feel the Waves

    * Guest house. Feel the Waves features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arugam Bay. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $13.

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  • 36 Croco Beach House Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Croco Beach House

    Villa. Featuring free bikes, a garden, and a shared lounge, Croco Beach House provides accommodation in Arugam Bay with free WiFi and sea views. This villa features free private parking and a shared kitchen. The villa includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, and 2 bathrooms with a hairdryer and a shower. Show full description Guest review score 10.0, rooms from around $125.

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  • 37 Beachbliss Home Stay Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

    Beach: Beachbliss Home Stay

    Homestay. Set in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach and 1 km from Pasarichenai Beach, Beachbliss Home Stay offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a terrace and a restaurant. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options. A car rental service is available at the homestay, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $14.

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