About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Wave Hunters Arugam Bay in Arugam Bay offers a hostel with a garden and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a shared kitchen, bike hire, and free on-site private parking. The property is pet-friendly and includes air-conditioning, baths, and free toiletries. Dining Options: Breakfast options include continental, American, à la carte, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and vegan. The hostel provides a work desk and shower facilities. Local Attractions: Arugam Bay Beach is just a few steps away. Nearby attractions include Muhudu Maha Viharaya (1.7 mi), Crocodile Rock (1.9 mi), and Lagoon Safari (2.9 mi). Batticaloa International Airport is 73 mi from the property. Surfing is available in the surrounding area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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Ramkumar
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
Perfect, clean, and quiet place to stay, just a short walk from the beach. The food was excellent, and I especially loved their fresh, real fruit juices. The staff were friendly, attentive, and provided great service throughout my stay. Although...
Swartz
United States United States
The hosts of wave hunters are really great, quickly becoming friends and taking really good care of me. They were very accommodating anytime I needed anything and make really great food. The lounge space is super nice, but a little short for...
Marie
Japan Japan
I had a great time talking with the owners. While the place is basic and has room for improvement, their passion is real. I'm giving them a 10 to support their future. A great start for a new business!
Poirier
United States United States
My stay at Wave Hunters was exactly what I was looking for. Youkan was an amazing host. He truly cares about his guests in a way that is rare — you can tell that hosting is his passion. I loved it whenever he brought out the guitar. Can't wait to...
Stephanie
Germany Germany
Thank you WaveHunters for an amazing time! We stayed 3 weeks & enjoyed it so much, the location is quiet but still close to all places. the room was spacious & clean, the breakfast super yummi & the cherry on the top is the team! All are...
Will
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Wave Hunters, Arugam Bay has a little piece of my heart. Humait, Youkan and Hakim were the most welcoming, relaxed and genuine hosts I’ve ever experienced in my travels. They make Wave Hunters the lovely place it is. It was genuinely hard to...
Sreerag
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
The host was very helpfull and the place was very comfortable and perfectly located
Hannah
Germany Germany
Our stay at wave hunters was absolutely amazing. The room is spacious and clean and even though it’s close to the main road, very quiet at night. The staff was very friendly and super helpful with everything. The location is really nice as...
Ipek
Turkey Turkey
It’s very well located, only 2 mins walk close to the beach and the main street! Hosts were super friendly and helpful with everything. They got the fastest WIFI I’ve had in Sri Lanka! Very delicious breakfast and other options at the Cafe in...
Victor
France France
Very great place to be, all rooms are so confortable and pretty There is a cosy chill place and a cafe on front All staff are friendly and fully open to help you always with smile The place to be in arugabay for all types of travellers Thanks...

Area info

Amenities of Wave Hunters Arugam Bay

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cards accepted at this property
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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