Located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Pasarichenai Beach, Stay Golden provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With a terrace, the property also features a bar. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, all rooms have a closet. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, some units at Stay Golden also have a sea view. All guest rooms at the accommodation feature air conditioning and a desk. An à la carte, continental or Asian breakfast is available every morning at the property. At Stay Golden you'll find a restaurant serving Seafood, Local and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Arugam Bay, like cycling. Arugam Bay Beach is a 4-minute walk from Stay Golden, while Crocodile Rock is 2.7 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Asian

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
2 bunk beds
and
2 queen beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
8.1
High score for Arugam Bay
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jessica
    Beautiful family run hotel outside the busyness of the town. The family run hotel have super friendly staff, the food is good and reasonably priced and it was such a haven of relaxation to sit by the pool in the day. People tend to stay for...
  • Marcel
    Germany Germany
    - extremely friendly hosts and staff - chilled good vibes - nice, cozy apartments - really good food - close to the center of Arugam Bay - possibility to rent surfboards, scooter, TukTuks and bikes - organized lagoon safari and regular...
  • Oren
    Israel Israel
    Highly recommended! A family of five. We had the most wonderful time at Stay Golden. Angie and Rihan, the charming couple who owns the place, have created a small microcosmos with everything we needed. Other than going out to surf, we barely ...
  • Carren
    Netherlands Netherlands
    This small hotel compound is off the main area but easy to get to town. It’s quiet, secluded and perfect to unplug. The real high point are the hosts. Angie and Rihan do whatever you ask to make your stay comfortable. They’ll arrange surf...
  • Céline_v_g
    Belgium Belgium
    Stay Golden is a beautiful and chill place to stay. We loved everything: the room, the pool, the food, the beach, the staff,... we even booked an extra night. It was wonderful. We booked a lagoon boat trip and a safari in Kumana National Park and...
  • Aude
    Norway Norway
    Extremely friendly staff, very Nice and clean rooms and very close to the private beach, AC and hot water working properly.
  • Amanda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    A little bit out of town. Great place to come back and relax away from crowds. Loved the cats and dogs. ❤️. Yoga was really good too.
  • Jonatan
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Very clean and comfortable rooms. Very friendly staff. Fantastic yoga class 2-3 times per day. Cute cats and dogs.
  • Agata
    France France
    A great place, close enough to walk to arugam bay, but just far enough that you are away from the busyness. Perfectly relaxing.
  • Bart
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The restaurant is great with delicious food The staff is really friendly and helpful The yoga lessons are great with professional instructors The surf lessons are great with professional instructors

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Stay Golden Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Stay Golden
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Yoga classes
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Tamil

House rules
Stay Golden takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Stay Golden of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

FAQs about Stay Golden

  • Stay Golden has 1 restaurant:

    • Stay Golden Restaurant
  • Room options at Stay Golden include:

    • Bungalow
    • Chalet
    • Double
    • Family
  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Stay Golden. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Stay Golden is 0.7 miles from the center of Arugam Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Stay Golden offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Beachfront
    • Head massage
    • Happy hour
    • Neck massage
    • Beach
    • Full-body massage
    • Walking tours
    • Back massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Hand massage
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Foot massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Yoga classes
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Themed dinners
  • The prices at Stay Golden may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Stay Golden can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Asian
    • À la carte
  • Yes, Stay Golden is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Stay Golden is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.