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Here is a quick list of Beachfront Hotels in Arugam Bay, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Bay Vista Hotel |
9.3 / 10 (217 Reviews) |
From 87$ | |
| Water Edge Hotel & Restaurant |
7.6 / 10 (131 Reviews) |
From 143$ | |
| The Bay Hotel |
7.7 / 10 (211 Reviews) |
From 57$ | |
| Beach Hut |
8.5 / 10 (193 Reviews) |
From 10$ | |
| Surf & Sand Hotel Arugambay |
7.8 / 10 (118 Reviews) |
From 179$ |
Arugam Bay, located on the southeastern coast of Sri Lanka, is famous for its stunning beaches and serene atmosphere. This idyllic destination caters to a variety of travelers seeking beachfront accommodations, from luxurious resorts to budget-friendly lodges. Each beach hotel offers unique features, ensuring visitors find the perfect retreat for their journey. Whether you are after thrilling water sports, tranquil sunbathing spots, or authentic local cuisine, Arugam Bay’s beach hotels provide ample choices to enhance your holiday experience.
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Bay Vista Hotel
From 87$
Situated nearly a 10-minute drive from Muhudu Maha Vihara, Bay Vista Hotel Arugam Bay features Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park on site. This venue is positioned in the very heart of Arugam Bay.
The centre of Arugam Bay can be reached within a 10-minute walk. Pasarchenal is merely 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Minneriya airport is 75 km from it.
This comfortable property is located close to the Indian Ocean. You can get to Arugam Bay in a few minutes by car.
After a tiring day have a rest on an a private balcony featured in your room. Nice touches include a separate toilet and a shower.
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Water Edge Hotel & Restaurant
From 143$
Water Edge Hotel & Restaurant Arugam Bay offers 2-star accommodation merely 1 km from Pottuvil Lagoon. Guests will enjoy an outdoor swimming pool onsite and admire views of the garden offered from 14 rooms.
Situated in Arugam Bay City district, the venue is set 3.2 km from Muhudu Maha Vihara. The centre of Arugam Bay is 15 minutes' walk away.
Water Edge Hotel & Restaurant is a short ride from Main Surf Point Arugam Bay.
After a tiring day have a rest on an a private balcony featured in your room. They offer bathrooms fitted with a bidet, a bathtub, and a separate toilet.
Guests can request for a nightclub and a lending library at an extra charge.
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The Bay Hotel
From 57$
The 2-star Bay Hotel Arugam Bay is set 1.9 km from Pasarchenal and 1.1 km from Baby Point. Wi-Fi in public areas is available.
The venue is situated 1 km from Arugam Bay city centre and 75 km from Minneriya airport. The accommodation is based next to the private beach.
Staying at The Bay Hotel, guests get quick access to Pottuvil Lagoon.
The rooms overlook the sea. They provide bathrooms with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower.
Guests can make different arrangements at the hotel, including water sports activities and windsurfing or rent cars to explore Arugam Bay.
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Beach Hut
From 10$
Beach Hut Hotel Arugam Bay, located 1.3 km from A-Bay Surf Shop, features Wi-Fi in public areas. The venue is situated in Arugam Bay City district, near Sangaman Kanda Lighthouse.
Muhudu Maha Vihara is less than 2.2 km away. It takes 15 minutes on foot to get to Arugam Bay city centre.
This accommodation is also not too far from Pottuvil Lagoon.
Guests can take advantage of views of the patio.
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Surf & Sand Hotel Arugambay
From 179$
Located just off Sangaman Kanda Lighthouse, this 2-star Surf & Sand Hotel Arugambay Arugam Bay is a 5-minutes’ drive from Baby Point. Guests will have access to a car park on site for added convenience.
The venue is situated 2 km from Arugam Bay city centre and 75 km from Minneriya airport. A-Bay Surf Shop is 1.2 km from the accommodation in Arugam Bay.
Pottuvil Lagoon is located not very far from Surf & Sand Hotel Arugambay.
The rooms have a view over the sea. These units also have an electric kettle and a fridge.
The property offers a sundeck and a shared lounge to make your stay more enjoyable.
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Sandy Beach Hotel
From 58$
Sandy Beach Hotel, located in Arugam Bay City district, 1.9 km from Surf Point, features views of the sea. Wi-Fi is provided in public areas.
The venue is set within 15 minutes' walk of the centre of Arugam Bay, not far from Sangaman Kanda Lighthouse. A-Bay Surf Shop is 1.2 km from the accommodation in Arugam Bay.
Sandy Beach Hotel is situated not too far from Pottuvil Lagoon.
For more comfort a walk-in shower and a separate toilet are provided.
A sundeck and a picnic area are provided at a charge. Yoga classes and a garden are offered for guests' comfort. Sport facilities include water sports activities, windsurfing, and snorkelling.
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Arugambay Podbay Hotel
From 107$
Overlooking the ocean, Arugambay Podbay Hotel is 14 minutes' stroll from A-Bay Surf Shop in Arugam Bay. Providing access to a swimming pool as well as water sports activities, cycling, and fisheries, the venue is located a short walk from Pottuvil Lagoon.
Situated in Arugam Bay City district, the accommodation is set 3.1 km from Church. It takes 15 minutes on foot to get to Arugam Bay city centre.
Sangaman Kanda Lighthouse is also nearby.
The rooms include a bathroom with a bidet, a tub, and a walk-in shower.
A sundeck and a garden are available for relaxation and refreshment.
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Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve
From 314$
Offering a summer terrace and various recreational opportunities, Jetwing Surf Hotel Arugam Bay is 20 minutes' walk from Buddhist Temple. The venue is situated 5 km from Arugam Bay city centre and 75 km from Minneriya airport.
Pottuvil Point is less than 1.6 km away. The accommodation is based next to the private beach.
Jetwing Surf Hotel is a short ride from Muhudu Maha Vihara Buddhist Temple.
This property offers rooms with views of the sea. They feature a walk-in shower and a separate toilet in the bathrooms.
Jetwing Surf Hotel also includes a swimming pool.
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Surf Beach Hotel
From 58$
Surf Beach Hotel Arugam Bay, located within 25 minutes' walk of Muhudu Maha Vihara, features Wi-Fi in the rooms. The venue is set in Arugam Bay City district, in vicinity of Pottuvil Lagoon.
Elephant Rock surf spot is less than 4.5 km away. The centre of Arugam Bay is reachable within 15 minutes' walk.
Surf Beach Hotel is a short ride from Main Surf Point Arugam Bay.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet, a bath, and a shower. Certain units feature views of the patio.
Guests can try water sports activities, windsurfing, and cycling.
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Arne'S Place
From 46$
Facing the sea, the 2-star Arne'S Place Hotel Arugam Bay features a French restaurant. A-Bay Surf Shop is a 13-minute walk away.
Situated in Arugam Bay City district, the guest house is set 2.2 km from Muhudu Maha Vihara. Arugam Bay city centre is 2 km away from the venue.
Pottuvil Lagoon plus Sangaman Kanda Lighthouse are located nearby.
A bidet and a walk-in shower are free in the rooms.
This accommodation offers water sports activities, canoeing, and hiking while cars hire is also available.
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Whisky Point Resort
From 44$
Whisky Point Resort Arugam Bay, located 2.1 km from Pottuvil Point, features Wi-Fi in public areas. Situated in Arugam Bay City district, the hotel is set 3.7 km from Church.
The venue is placed next to private beaches.
You can get to Whisky Point in a few minutes by car.
Guest rooms offer views of the sea.
Leisure options include a nightclub and a picnic area offered for a surcharge. Guests can join water sports activities and fishing.
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Sand Dune Beach Hotel & Surf Camp
From 40$
Featuring hire of cars as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, Sand Dune Beach Resort & Surf Camp is set in Arugam Bay, 4.3 km from Muhudu Maha Vihara. The venue is situated 2 km from Arugam Bay city centre and 75 km from Minneriya airport.
This guest house offers accommodation in Arugam Bay City district with nearby access to Pasarchenal. The hotel is located an 18-minute stroll from A-Bay Surf Shop in Arugam Bay.
Sand Dune Beach Resort & Surf Camp is a short ride from Main Surf Point Arugam Bay.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. Certain units offer views of the garden.
Guests of Sand Dune Beach Resort & Surf Camp will enjoy use of a sun deck and a picnic area at additional cost. There are live performances, a nightclub, and karaoke organised on site. A number of activities are offered in the area, such as canoeing, cycling, and fisheries.
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Blue Waters Hotel
From 149$
Set about a 10-minute drive from Baby Point, the 3-star Blue Waters Hotel Arugam Bay features Wi-Fi throughout the venue as well as parking on site. The accommodation lies near the own beach.
Main Surf Point Arugam Bay is less than 4.4 km away. The hotel is located in Arugam Bay City district.
You can get to Arugam Bay in a few minutes by car.
Certain units offer views of the sea. Coffee and tea makers, a fridge, and glassware are provided and a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet are included too.
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Blue Sand Hotel Arugambay
From 52$
Blue Sand Hotel Arugambay Arugam Bay is a 3-star venue situated 3.1 km from Church. This accommodation features a sun deck, barbecue, and a garden as well as Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
The property offers a prime location about 75 km from Minneriya airport and a few minutes' walk from Sangaman Kanda Lighthouse. It is located within walking distance of Sangamankandy Pilliyar Kovil.
Blue Sand Hotel Arugambay is a short ride from Main Surf Point Arugam Bay.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a roll-in shower and a separate toilet. They also feature a microwave oven, an electric kettle, and a fridge.
This accommodation offers windsurfing, diving, and fishing while cars hire is also available.
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Kudakalliya Beach House
From 198$
Kudakalliya Beach House Hotel Arugam Bay is a 3-star venue set a 13-minute stroll from Arugam Bay. Guests can enjoy the French restaurant on site that offers French cuisine as well as admire views of river.
The accommodation is located in Arugam Bay City district, 2 km from the centre of Arugam Bay. Elephant Rock surf spot is 3.4 km from the property, while Minneriya airport is 75 km from it.
Kudakalliya Beach House Hotel is a short ride from Pottuvil Lagoon.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower.
Windsurfing, canoeing, and fishing can also be organised.
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Dream Garden Hotel
From 248$
Featuring bicycles for rent as well as Wi-Fi in the rooms, Dream Garden Hotel is set in Arugam Bay, within 4 km of Sangamankandy Pilliyar Kovil. This venue offers accommodation in Arugam Bay City district with nearby access to Pottuvil Point.
The hotel is a 15-minute drive from Sangaman Kanda Lighthouse.
Whisky Point is not far away.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. Guests can enjoy views of the garden. Coffee and tea makers, and a refrigerator are provided for your comfort.
This property features a swimming pool. Those who want to get in shape, can practise water sports activities, cycling, and fishing.
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Paper Moon Kudils Hotel
From 21$
Set in Arugam Bay City district, within a 10-minute drive of Muhudu Maha Vihara, Paper Moon Kudils Hotel features a swimming pool and views of the garden. The venue lies near the own beach.
Green Mosque is less than 4.9 km away. This accommodation is located in a beach area of Arugam Bay.
You can get to Whisky Point in a few minutes by car.
After a tiring day have a rest on an an individual balcony featured in your room. Private bathrooms also come with a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet.
This property offers water sports activities and fishing as well as cars hire services.
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Freedom Beach Arugam Bay
From 35$
Freedom Beach Arugam Bay Aparthotel is placed in Arugam Bay City district, within a 6-minute walk of the pizzeria Pizza Hub. Set within reach of Arugam Bay, the venue features a traditional French restaurant serving meals of vegetarian cuisine.
The ancient Sangamankandy Pilliyar Kovil Shrine is 2.7 km from the property, while A-Bay Surf Shop is 350 metres away. The aparthotel is 1 km from Arugam Bay city centre.
Freedom Beach Arugam Bay Aparthotel is situated near Baby Point.
There is a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower provided for guests in the bathrooms.
An additional fee applies to a sun deck and a picnic area.
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Azeer'S Villa
From 34$
Azeer'S Villa is a beachfront property nearly a 25-minute walk from Elephant Rock surf spot. It includes a fully equipped kitchen and 1 bedroom.
The venue is located in Arugam Bay City district and less than 2 km from the city centre. Green Mosque is at a 4.1-km distance. Azeer'S Villa provides swift access to private beaches.
You can get to Main Surf Point Arugam Bay in a few minutes by car.
1 bathroom comprise facilities as a separate toilet and a bath.
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Arugambay Roccos Hotel
From 144$
Arugambay Roccos Hotel is located in the beach area of Arugam Bay within metres of Pottuvil Lagoon. Guests will enjoy a swimming pool onsite and admire views of the patio offered from 22 rooms.
The venue is 3.4 km from Elephant Rock surf spot, while the ancient Sangamankandy Pilliyar Kovil Shrine is 2.7 km away. The accommodation lies within a 15-minute walk of the centre of Arugam Bay.
Arugambay Roccos Hotel is situated near A-Bay Surf Shop.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet. Most rooms of the hotel feature an a separate balcony.
A selection of sport activities, provided by the property, include water sports activities and fisheries.
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Rise & Set Arugam Bay Hotel
From 5$
Rise & Set Arugam Bay Hotel is a 2-star venue approximately 5 minutes by car from Muhudu Maha Vihara. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.
Situated in Arugam Bay City district, the is set 2.3 km from Main Surf Point Arugam Bay. The accommodation is settled 3 km from the centre of Arugam Bay.
The hotel is within reach of Pottuvil Lagoon.
After a tiring day have a rest on an an individual balcony featured in your room.
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Breezy Beach Cabanas
From 17$
Breezy Beach Cabanas is placed in Arugam Bay City district, within a 12-minute walk of the fast food restaurant Hello Burger. Featuring 9 rooms with views of the garden, this guest house is set within a short ride from Main Surf Point Arugam Bay.
Muhudu Maha Vihara and A-Bay Surf Shop are located at 2.2 km and 1.6 km respectively. It is about 1 km away from the centre of Arugam Bay.
Bathrooms feature a separate toilet and a shower.
This hotel offers lawn tennis, cycling, and fishing as well as cars hire services.
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Beach Wave Hotel
From 40$
Beach Wave Hotel Arugam Bay is a 2-star venue set about 5 minutes by car from Sangamankandy Pilliyar Kovil. Featuring 6 rooms with views of the sea, this accommodation is set within a short ride from Arugam Bay.
The hotel is situated 2 km from Arugam Bay city centre and 75 km from Minneriya airport. A popular place in Arugam Bay is Crocodile Rock which is a 10-minute drive away.
In addition, Pottuvil Lagoon is within a walking distance of the property.
A bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower are free in the rooms.
Guests of Beach Wave Hotel will enjoy use of a nightclub and a picnic area at additional cost.
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Aprota Villas Arugambay
From 140$
Set within 2.1 km from Whisky Point, the 5-star Aprota Villas Arugambay Arugam Bay features Wi-Fi in the rooms as well as a car park on site. The venue is placed next to private beaches.
The accommodation is 4.9 km from Hindu Temple. The hotel is located in Arugam Bay City district.
You can get to Pottuvil Point in a few minutes by car.
This venue offers rooms which overlook the sea.
Aprota Villas Arugambay also includes an outdoor pool.
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Royal Beach
From 90$
Featuring hire of cars as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, Royal Beach Hotel is set in Arugam Bay, 1 km from Sangaman Kanda Lighthouse. This venue entices guests with a car park available on site.
The accommodation is situated 2 km from Arugam Bay city centre and 75 km from Minneriya airport. The property is a 5-minute drive from Sangamankandy Pilliyar Kovil in Arugam Bay.
Pottuvil Lagoon is located not very far from Royal Beach Hotel.
The rooms overlook the patio. Guests can also use an electric kettle, a refrigerator, and glassware.
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Sunset View Beach Hotel
From 20$
Featuring hire of cars as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, Sunset View Beach Hotel is set in Arugam Bay, 2.2 km from Pasarchenal. The venue is situated 2 km from Arugam Bay city centre and 75 km from Minneriya airport.
Muhudu Maha Vihara is less than 2.3 km away. The accommodation is located in Arugam Bay City district.
In addition, Pottuvil Lagoon is within a walking distance of the hotel.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower. You can enjoy views of the sea. Most rooms of the property feature an an individual balcony.
At Sunset View Beach Hotel, you pay for a summer terrace and a picnic area.