Drift

–Excellent location – show map
+45 photos
Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional
  • Houses
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Free Wifi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms

About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Drift offers a villa in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka. The property features a beautiful garden and free WiFi, ensuring a relaxing and connected stay. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy air-conditioning, a kitchenette, balcony, private bathroom, kitchen, shower, sofa, patio, garden views, outdoor furniture, ground-floor unit, walk-in shower, seating area, and a private entrance. Prime Location: Arugam Bay Beach is a 2-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Crocodile Rock (2.6 mi), Muhudu Maha Viharaya (2.7 mi), Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils (3.7 mi), Elephant Rock (4.3 mi), Magul Maha Viharaya (11 mi), Kumana National Park (17 mi), and surfing opportunities in the surroundings.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Arugam Bay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9!

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Alex
Australia Australia
“Excellent location, easy walking to the strip and to the point but quiet enough you can get some rest. Safe area to park the tuktuk overnight.”
Chandiram
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“Very comfortable place in a great location. 5 minute walk from the beach. Kanan is a great host and an even better surf instructor. Will definitely be staying here again.”
Omer
Israel Israel
“Drift is the perfect guesthouse. The rooms are clean and comfortable, the wifi is strong, the location is great, and most importantly – Kannan is the best host you could ask for. He’s always ready to help with a smile and endless patience.”
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We loved our stay at Drift - the building and the location were great, set back behind plants off the busy road but close to the beach and restaurants. Kannan and the staff were super helpful sorting out everything from board hire to Kumana...”
Jenny
Australia Australia
“Kannan was an excellent host. Committed to ensuring everything was taken care off. Always assisting with surfing questions. Will definitely recommend to everyone.”
Kai
Australia Australia
“Well located property close to the main point but tucked away from the busy Main Street. The place is very nice but the best part is the host kannan. He was so attentive and nice and we surfed with him a few times! Also the tuk tuk safari kannan...”
Geraldine
Australia Australia
“The gardens were exceptionally beautiful and neat. A great location for a surf trip.”
Sunniva
Norway Norway
“We had an amazing stay at Drift! Kannan made the stay very enjoyable. We loved his surf lessons, and he always made sure we felt safe and welcome. He was available to help us anytime during the day. The location was perfect, just a few minutes to...”
Vera
Colombia Colombia
“Kannan is the most amazing host! Communication was great, he showed us where to surf and supported us with everything we needed. The tuk tuk safari was the best! We loved it. The rooms are clean and have everything you need. Wifi works perfect!...”
Kirsty
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything was great, the breakfast was delicious and Kannan was the best host. Make sure you go on the tuk tuk safari with him, we saw a large family of elephants, lots of crocodiles and Hornbills! He also arranged a safari for us to the national...”

Host Info

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Host Review Score
At Drift, we provide guests with surfing lessons and can arrange for safari to Kumana National Park.
Languages spoken: English,Tamil

Area info

Amenities of Drift

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:30 PM
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Check-out
Until 11:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

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