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Hakuna Matata Arugambay

Arugam Bay City, Arugam Bay

Situated 80 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Hakuna Matata Arugambay offers accommodation with a patio, as well as an open-air bath and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, a pool table, and free WiFi. The guest house features garden views, an outdoor fireplace and a 24-hour front desk. The owner and the location were incredible. You can ask Billie anything, and he will arrange it. He organizes barbecues and safari trips. This was our number one accommodation in Sri Lanka. We initially planned to stay for two nights but ended up staying for six nights because it was so enjoyable. Thank you to Billie and the other staff members who were also very friendly

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9.3
Superb
291 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

Aqua Blue

Arugam Bay City, Arugam Bay

The unit has soundproofing and a walk-in shower. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service.

The guest house serves a continental and Full English/Irish breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Excellent, private location with quick/easy access to the beach

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9.3
Superb
236 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

Beach Cab Resort

Arugam Bay City, Arugam Bay

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. The room was clean and place was really cozy. The owner was very hospitable and helpful, so I definitely could recommend the stay

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9.3
Superb
153 reviews
Price from
£42
per night

Forcus Cabanas

Arugam Bay City, Arugam Bay

Situated in Arugam Bay, Forcus Cabanas offers peaceful and quiet accommodation set amidst lush tropical greenery. It operates a 24-hour front desk and provides comfortable rooms with free WiFi access.

Featuring a private entrance, air-conditioned cabanas come with tiled flooring, a clothes rack, seating area, four-poster bed and mosquito net. The private bathroom includes shower facility, towels and free toiletries. Located very close to the beach but nice and quiet, set in amongst a lovely and well kept garden. Very friendly and helpful staff. Good value for money.

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9.3
Superb
160 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

La Breeze

Arugam Bay

Set in Arugam Bay, within 90 metres of Arugam Bay Beach and 1.4 km of Pasarichenai Beach, La Breeze offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 3.6 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance. Great location in Arugam as it is close to the main street and beach. Staff is really friendly and helpful. Room has AC and a fan which makes the stay super comfortable. Room is clean too! Definitely the best place I have stayed so far in Sri Lanka!

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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Maccan's Village

Arugam Bay City, Arugam Bay

Situated in Arugam Bay, within 70 metres of Arugam Bay Beach and 2 km of Pasarichenai Beach, Maccan's Village features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 3 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya. Elephant Rock is 8.5 km away and Magul Maha Viharaya is 17 km from the guest house. I recently stayed at Maccan’s Village in Arugambay, and it was an unforgettable experience. The location is perfect, just a short walk from the beach, making it ideal for surfers and beach lovers. The accommodations were spacious, clean, and tastefully decorated with local touches, offering great comfort. The amenities, including reliable Wi-Fi. The staff were exceptionally warm and attentive, always ready with helpful tips about local attractions. The friendly atmosphere made it easy to connect with other travelers. Overall, Maccan’s Village is a perfect blend of comfort, excellent service, and prime location, making it a highly recommended stay in Arugambay.

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews

Upali Beach Surf Resort & Café

Arugam Bay City, Arugam Bay

Set in Arugam Bay and only a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach, Upali Beach Surf Resort & Café offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. 600 metres from Pasarichenai Beach and 4.7 km from Crocodile Rock, the property provides a garden and a bar. Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 4.9 km from the guest house and Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils is 6.6 km away. We loved everything at Upali! It was perfect location- right on the point, staff were amazing, room was very clean and comfortable. Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. Thank you so much. We will be back!!!!!!

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9.4
Superb
16 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

Funky de bar Arugambay

Pottuvil

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Funky de bar Arugambay is situated in Pottuvil. A few steps from Arugam Bay Beach and 1.3 km from Pasarichenai Beach, the property provides a garden and a bar. The guest house features a restaurant serving American cuisine, as well as free WiFi throughout the property. Amazing staff, very comfortable and has access to the beach. Located on the center off the main road with everything around. Every night nice music and good food

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9.2
Superb
6 reviews

Catray Inn

Kalmunai

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Catray Inn is located in Kalmunai. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Dutch Fort Batticaloa is 45 km away and Batticaloa Lighthouse is 48 km from the guest house. One of the very few places in the area! Beautiful rooms and a very lovely host :) thank you so much

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9.1
Superb
20 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Hilltop House

Arugam Bay City, Arugam Bay

Set 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Hilltop House offers a garden, and air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. Every room includes a patio with garden views. nice garden, friendly staff, very nice

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9
Superb
57 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

Most booked guest houses in Ampara District this month

FAQs about guest houses in Ampara District

  • Many families visiting Ampara District loved staying at Kingly Aroma, Catray Inn and The Bavarian Resort.

    Similarly, Beach Cab Resort, Forcus Cabanas and Aqua Blue are also popular among family travellers.

  • We make it quick and easy to book a guest house in Ampara District. Here’s what we offer:

    • Free cancellation on most stays
    • We Price Match
    • 24/7 customer support in 40+ languages

  • Sanity Door Rooms and Hostel, 20 House Villa and Arne's Place have received great reviews from guests in Ampara District regarding the views from these guest houses

    Guests staying in Ampara District also spoke highly of the views from these guest houses: Forcus Cabanas, East Surf Cabanas and Green Ocean Bay.

  • The average price per night for a guest house in Ampara District for this weekend is £24, based on current Booking.com prices.

  • Hakuna Matata Arugambay, Aqua Blue and Beach Cab Resort are some popular guest houses in Ampara District.

    In addition to these guest houses, Forcus Cabanas, Maccan's Village and La Breeze are also popular in Ampara District.

  • Most guest houses on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • There are 70 guest houses in Ampara District you can book on Booking.com.

  • Couples travelling in Ampara District loved staying at Maccan's Village, La Breeze and Upali Beach Surf Resort & Café.

    Similarly, these guest houses in Ampara District are highly rated by couples: Aqua Blue, The Bavarian Resort and Forcus Cabanas.

Guest Houses that guests love in Ampara District