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Hostels in Arugam Bay

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The Wave Rooms & Hostel

Arugam Bay

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of garden, The Wave Rooms & Hostel is located in Arugam Bay, 300 metres from Arugam Bay Beach.

A
ALEXIA
From
France
Nice quiet place in the arugambay and yet close to the beach. The room was a sweet and clean, they are arrange safari also,great value for money. Love it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
US$15.30
1 night, 2 adults

Dreamy Hostel Arugambay

Arugam Bay

Dreamy Hostel Arugambay features a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and terrace in Arugam Bay. Featuring a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a water park.

j
john
From
Germany
This hostel is a very special place I stay there three time on my trip through srilanka and each time it felt like coming home. Location is amazing, few minutes to the main point, close to the main street but nice and quiet place. Rizmi is funny guy, and he welcomed me like at home! He could took us to the safari tour, was great experience to see wildlife! I really enjoyed spend some time with him and other guests as well:)) helpful owner and the room was fresh and nice colour. Clean practical room's also the network a very good fast. Absolutely the best place to stay in Arugam bay,highly recommend to anyone!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$23.80
1 night, 2 adults

Waypoint Arugam Bay

Arugam Bay

Waypoint Arugam Bay features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Arugam Bay. Offering a bar, the property is located within 60 metres of Arugam Bay Beach.

K
Katharina
From
Germany
I really enjoyed my stay in Waypoint Hostel! The atmosphere is nice and the staff is really friendly. It‘s the best place to stay in Arugam Bay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Aura surf camp & Hostel

Arugam Bay

Aura surf camp & Hostel is situated in Arugam Bay, within 7.2 km of Elephant Rock and 18 km of Magul Maha Viharaya.

J
Julian
From
United Kingdom
It had only just opened its doors and we were met with the warmest welcome from the manager who couldn’t do enough for us. Always went out of his way to accommodate us - sharing extra phone data with us, allowing late check - out due to work commitments, updating us to the air-con room because the fan room was under renovations but with no extra charge. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you so so much
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

Early birds

Arugam Bay

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.

D
Deborah
From
United Kingdom
Really chill vibes, amazing staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Cactus Arugambay

Arugam Bay

Boasting a garden, Cactus Arugambay is set in Arugam Bay in the Ampara District region, 100 metres from Arugam Bay Beach and 2.9 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya.

L
Lili
From
Austria
Very friendly staff, beautiful new rooms, large bathroom, quiet location - great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
Price from
US$8.10
1 night, 2 adults

The Long Hostel

Arugam Bay

Located in Arugam Bay, 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, The Long Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

M
Megan
From
New Zealand
Friendly staff and a great place to meet people, best hostel in Arugam
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Theyaari Surf Hostel Arugam Bay

Arugam Bay

Situated in Arugam Bay, 200 metres from Whisky Point, Theyaari Surf Hostel Arugam Bay features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

R
Reem
From
Egypt
This is the best surf hostel i've ever stayed in after trying so many, it's super clean and the people are very friendly also just a pass to the other side of the street to the beach. wouldn't recommend anywhere else. Value for money is 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults

Hangten's Surf Skate Hostel

Arugam Bay

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.

N
Neve
From
Australia
Super cool and chill hostel. Easy to get to surf spots from the hostel and they help you with surf skating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Coco Hostels - Arugambay

Arugam Bay

Set in Arugam Bay, 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Coco Hostels - Arugambay offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

M
Mahood
From
New Zealand
Staff were brilliant, I had the most to do with Dave and Fayas and they were both awesome, very helpful and friendly. Facilities are nice, good indoor and outdoor space and storage. Quiet/non-partying but very sociable, made lots of great friends here. My favourite hostel I've stayed in!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
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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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

Save money on hostels in Arugam Bay and nearby – budget options available

The Dune House Arugambay

Arugam Bay
Budget options available

Situated in Arugam Bay, within 800 metres of Arugam Bay Beach and 3.9 km of Crocodile Rock, The Dune House Arugambay features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

Kurumba Stay

Arugam Bay
Budget options available

Set in Arugam Bay, 600 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Kurumba Stay offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

The hostel abay

Arugam Bay
Budget options available

Set in Arugam Bay, 300 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, The hostel abay offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Dreamy Hostel Arugambay

Arugam Bay
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

Dreamy Hostel Arugambay features a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and terrace in Arugam Bay. Featuring a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a water park.

Arugam Waves Hostel

Arugam Bay
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach, Arugam Waves Hostel offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a bar.

Early birds

Arugam Bay
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

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.

Shine Rise Hostel

Arugam Bay
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

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

Yaluwa Arugam Bay

Arugam Bay
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Set within 200 metres of Arugam Bay Beach and 2.9 km of Muhudu Maha Viharaya, Yaluwa Arugam Bay offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Arugam Bay.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews
Agra is the best hostel in Arugam Bay. Nalaka is such an amazing host, he gets to know everyone in the hostel and makes it feel like a home. The breakfast and coffee is 10/10 and the family dinner on a Friday is a great way to meet everyone. It’s a lovely chill but social vibe. I loved it so much I came back a second time for a week.
Guest review by
Sophie
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews
My best hostel on my trip through Sri Lanka. Nalaka and his crew are great hosts. The included breakfast is delicious and they will help you find tours, surf lessons or onward travel. Great little social hostel. I extended several times because I enjoyed the hostel-vibe and arugam bay totally.
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Marco
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews
Agra hostel is one of the best hostel i stayed in while traveling for over 7 weeks in Sri Lanka. The owner is one of a kind and made such good memories that will stay for life! The dorms are clean and the beds are really comfortable, close to the main road and the beach but still quiet so you can enjoy your rest after a long day of enjoying Arugam Bay.
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Van Der Aar
Solo traveller