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Located just an 8 minute walk away from the scenic Arugambay Beach, East Surf Cabanas is located in Arugam Bay. Free WiFi access is available in the restaurant. Each room has a private entrance with a private seating area overlooking the garden or surrounding views. Private bathroom also comes with a shower. You can enjoy garden view from the room. Other facilities offered at the property include water sports facilities and laundry facilities. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including surfing. The property offers free parking.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Arugam Bay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Asian

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Arugam Bay
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jennifer
    Canada Canada
    We loved the hospitality of Raf, Sudu, Jada (their 10 yo daughter) and the staff. They took time to get to know us and built a positive rapport immediately. The accommodations were very comfortable and there was a lot of space for our family of 5....
  • Olivia
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Quiet location, yet close to beach and main road. Spacious and cozy rooms, some with outside showers, breezy and very comfortable. Monkey action in the garden, delicious food and amazing staff. Will return!
  • Dharmaratne
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Excellent place, well maintained and very friendly and attentive staff. Its tucked away from the busy area, yet so close (walking distance to the town) making it an ideal place to relax when you want to and still enjoy the vibrancy of Arugam Bay...
  • Angéla
    Hungary Hungary
    We had a wonderful stay at this accommodation; everything was perfect! First of all, the tap water throughout the property is DRINKABLE! For breakfast, there were several options to choose from, including local specialties and VEGAN dishes, all...
  • Manchmal
    Russia Russia
    Best out of the best. Ideal place with authentic atmosphere and comfort. Spent almost a week with Rafaella and Sudu, it was a real pleasure. Beautiful tropical garden, cosy terrace, romantic evening on safari BBQ, delicious breakfasts. For sure I...
  • Amélie
    France France
    Everything 😀 The room was spacious, comfy and nice. We loved the open bathroom. The breakfast is amazing (we tried Hungry Surfer, porridge and muesli) All the staff is super nice. And of course don’t miss the barbecue safari !
  • M
    Madeleine
    Austria Austria
    Rafaela and her staff made us feel welcome and we‘re always ready to help accommodate our wishes and answer questions. Breakfast was great - a different variety of dishes was offered. The cabana was nicely furnished with an outdoor shower and a...
  • Ani
    United States United States
    The breakfast was delicious and the room was cosy and spacious.
  • Esther
    Netherlands Netherlands
    We loved the outdoor shower, the beautiful room and the lovely breakfast.. and dont forget the lovely staff.
  • Tahli
    Australia Australia
    The room was spacious and comfortable. Plenty of nice breeze with aircon available although we did not need it. Breakfast was provided and delicious in the mornings. The best part was the safe drinking water!! We could drink out of any tap which...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by East Surf Cabanas - Raffaella, Sudu, and little Giada

Company review score: 9.7Based on 69 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

East Surf is a SriLankan/Western family business; we built the guesthouse with love and sweat. Most of our guests come for the tranquility of the area (away from techno); fresh food (Sudu's jungle BBQ have become a trademark); and large rooms. Its home away from home. Its super safe for families with little ones, and we offer discounts for bookings over 10 days and the use of the kitchen during the less busy months. Free filtered water bottles for all, we don't believe in plastic bottles any more (there is no recycling in Sri Lanka and plastic usually gets burnt or fed to wild animals).

Property information

We have 4 comfortable cabanas at the front of the property scattered inside the garden, and 4 superb family rooms at the back of the property, built on a sand dune. All our family rooms are large and original in design, built with local materials and environmental needs. We also have a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Neighbourhood information

We are 8 min walk from the beach, in a quiet part of the residential area. Away from the hustle and bustle, and the party scene, so you can get a good sleep. We are also 12 min walk into the main strip with shops etc. We have bicycles if you fancy getting around quickly, free of charge.

Languages spoken

English,Italian

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional

Facilities of East Surf Cabanas
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Off-site
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Wellness
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Full body massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Italian

House rules
East Surf Cabanas takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 2 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property is non air-conditioned and does not have hot water facilities.

Please inform East Surf Cabanas in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR tests are available at this property at no extra charge for those exhibiting symptoms consistent with the virus and have been confirmed by an accredited doctor.

Medical monitoring is available for guests quarantined due to Coronavirus (COVID-19). This may be provided in person or virtually, depending on the property type and location.

FAQs about East Surf Cabanas

  • The nearest beach is just 500 yards from East Surf Cabanas. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • East Surf Cabanas is 950 yards from the centre of Arugam Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at East Surf Cabanas may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • East Surf Cabanas offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkelling
    • Fishing
    • Bike tours
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Personal trainer
    • Yoga classes
    • Happy hour
    • Bicycle rental
    • Pub crawls
    • Full body massage
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Fitness classes
    • Movie nights
    • Live music/performance
  • Guests staying at East Surf Cabanas can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Asian
    • À la carte
  • East Surf Cabanas has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Check-in at East Surf Cabanas is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at East Surf Cabanas include:

    • Family
    • Double