Name: Little Lagoon Hostel
Address: main road, 32500 Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka, main road, Ampara District, 32500, Sri Lanka
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £12 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.4

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Little Lagoon Hostel

main road, 32500 Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka – Excellent location - show map

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Set in the beginning of Arugam Bay, close enough to shops and restaurants but far enough that it is quiet and peaceful, Little Lagoon Hostel is a 3 minute walk away from the beach. The property features air-conditioned private rooms with attached bathrooms and airconditioned dorm rooms with shared bathrooms. Little Lagoon Hostel features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a shared kitchen at the property and a free water refill station. Little Lagoon Hostel is the first and smallest hostel in Arugambay with the focus on being eco friendly. The hostel also offers free bicycles and there is space for parking.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

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Situated in the best rated area in Arugam Bay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Asian, Buffet

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Availability

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Room type

Number of guests

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 bunk bed

Double Room with Garden View

1 large double bed

Double Room with Private Bathroom

1 extra-large double bed

Triple Room with Private Bathroom

1 single bed

and

1 extra-large double bed

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.8

Facilities

9.3

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Value for money

9.4

Location

9.0

Free WiFi

9.2

High score for Arugam Bay

Guests who stayed here loved

Jacob
United Kingdom
“Very clean and facilities were great. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful with booking activities. Hostel was super convenient offering bikes free of cost with a short journey to the main beach.”
Tanika
United Kingdom
“Private room had everything you needed. Air conditioning, clean. The owner Mo made it, he gave us great advice on safari, booked our tours and transfers and was just a really fun guy and easy to chat to. Great location on the main road of Arugam...”
Cope
New Zealand
“The place was kept super tidy by Mo and all his staff. The beds were super comfy and the breakfast was amazing each morning! The location is not exactly in the centre of everything but it was actually nice to be away from all the businesses and...”
Teresa
Germany
“The Hostel has been the nicest so far in Sri Lanka, the chill area is beautiful, Mo (the host) was really nice and helpful, the breakfast was amazing, the dorm and bathrooms were cleaned every day - everything was perfect. We can recommend to do...”
Carlo
Italy
“The Hostel manager is the best one I ever met. Every kind of problem or tips he was always there to help us. The structure is super clean also the common bathrooms. Lot of space to chill and have fun with people met there. Big healthy breakfast...”
Amy
United Kingdom
“Mo and Lien were super helpful - both before my stay and during, answering all my questions about transport (I found it difficult to find info online re travelling to and from Arugam Bay) and arranging for me to join a shared taxi van. The hostel...”
Nina
Germany
“Really nice place to rest and meet lovely people. I really liked the energy there. Big pluspoint: the breakfast was included and a lovely lady made it so delicious. Mo was also very kind and helped to organize a safari tour or something else....”
Carolina
Germany
“super kindful hosts! quiet location! nice chill out area!”
Jasmine
Australia
“Mo was such an amazing owner and the facilities were so clean and comfortable. The included breakfast was so good and the atmosphere was really relaxing. It was close enough to town but far away enough to have a break after a big night out ! The...”
Lisa
United Kingdom
“Lovely owners and staff - helped us organise surf lessons and transportation and were lovely to chat to! Breakfasts were delicious and varied. Great location and such lovely chilled vibes.”

Property surroundings

Facilities of Little Lagoon Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

House rules
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Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:30

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 6 years are welcome.

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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

Cash

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

Please inform Little Lagoon Hostel 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.

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.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Little Lagoon Hostel is 1 miles from the centre of Arugam Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
The prices at Little Lagoon Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Little Lagoon Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Beach
- Bicycle rental
- Cooking class
Check-in at Little Lagoon Hostel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:30.
The nearest beach is just 150 yards from Little Lagoon Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Guests staying at Little Lagoon Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Asian
- Buffet