Taste the best of Arugam Bay

Experience the fresh catch of the East: from grilled lagoon prawns and BBQ fish platters to local rice and curry joints and laid-back surf cafes on the east coast strip.

5.0

International

Babar Point

01 Hidayapuram Whiskey Point, Pottuvil 32500, Sri Lanka

7:30 AM to 10:00 PM

Located near Arugam Bay, this charming surf resort features six private, spacious bungalows with unique outdoor bathrooms and a central pool, offering a relaxing and authentic eastern coastal escape.

Private, thoughtfully designed bungalows providing a deeply aesthetic and moody backdrop for capturing high-resolution photography.

Close proximity to the famous Whiskey Point surf break, offering an inspiring and dynamic environment for creative visual design work.

Authentic local and fusion dining experiences perfect for documenting vibrant culinary narratives for diverse digital travel platforms.

3.0

Sri Lankan

Gecko Guest House

Panama Road, Arugam Bay 32500, Sri Lanka

7:30 AM to 10:00 PM

Situated on the golden sands of Arugam Bay, this rustic and inviting guest house features a popular beachfront restaurant, comfortable rooms, and a relaxed atmosphere for avid surfers.

The rustic beachfront restaurant provides an aesthetic and moody environment for capturing high-resolution culinary photography to feature in your Sri Lanka Hotel Magazine project.

Direct access to the famous Arugam Bay surf point offers an inspiring workspace to review your graphic design artboards and digital marketing campaigns for Xtream Digital.

Engaging interactions with international surfers and travelers allow you to seamlessly conduct your quantitative analysis on tourist satisfaction and trust-building for your academic modules.

4.0

International

The Blue Wave Hotel

The Blue Wave Hotel Road, Arugam Bay, Pottuvil 32500, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM to 10:30 PM

Located in Arugam Bay, this modern hotel features an expansive outdoor swimming pool, comfortable luxury suites, and prime access to world class surfing point breaks.

Excellent seafood dining at the Blue Wave Surf Restaurant providing a vibrant and flavorful culinary experience after a long day in the water.

Customized regional excursions organized by the helpful front desk staff, ensuring you capture stunning cinematic shots for your digital marketing travel portfolios.

Scenic sunset cocktails served at the Blue Bar creating an incredibly aesthetic and moody atmosphere for relaxing while updating your Sri Lanka Hotel Magazine articles.

5.0

Cafe

Salty Swamis

542 Galle Road, Wewala, Hikkaduwa 80240, Sri Lanka

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Centrally located in Hikkaduwa, this vibrant cafe and boutique surf shop offers specialty coffee, wholesome meals, and a lively creative hub for passionate ocean lovers.

Expertly brewed specialty coffee featuring locally sourced Sri Lankan beans, providing a dynamic flavor profile and a perfect morning boost before surfing.

The famous Salty Swamis Breakfast Burrito and nourishing smoothie bowls, offering a vibrant, healthy, and photogenic culinary experience for beachgoers.

A carefully curated boutique retail space showcasing handcrafted surfboards, premium local tea, and unique lifestyle apparel from independent artists and designers.

4.0

Fusion

The Spice Trail

Main Street, Arugam Bay 32500, Sri Lanka

7:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Centrally located in Arugam Bay, this stylish boutique hotel features modern wooden chalets, a refreshing outdoor pool, and vibrant cafes just steps from the surf.

Renowned wood-fired pizzas at "The Pizza Project," featuring gourmet toppings and a perfectly crispy crust, a favorite for travelers after a long day in the water.

Specialty artisanal coffee and vibrant smoothie bowls served at the poolside cafe, providing a highly photogenic and healthy start for creative digital nomads and bloggers.

Authentic seafood fusion dishes that blend fresh East Coast catches with Mediterranean flavors, offering a sophisticated dining experience in a relaxed, open-air tropical setting.

5.0

Mediterranean

Kurulu Bay

Koggala Lake, Ahangama 80650, Sri Lanka

7:30 AM – 11:00 PM

Tucked along the tranquil shores of Koggala Lake, this chic tropical modernist retreat offers stylish suites, lush jungle gardens, and holistic wellness for deep relaxation.

Fresh, vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dishes that highlight the best locally sourced seafood and organic produce from the southern coast.

Handcrafted, wood-fired pizzas and artisanal flatbreads served in an open-air dining pavilion that perfectly captures the gentle lake breeze.

Nourishing plant-based and holistic wellness menus specifically designed to complement the retreat's daily yoga and restorative spa offerings.

4.0

International

Stay Golden

Cemetery Road, Arugam Bay, Pottuvil 32500, Sri Lanka

8:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Located at a peaceful, wide beach just south of Arugam Bay center, this family-run boutique retreat blends sustainable eco-living with stylish wooden cabanas and exceptional yoga.

Nutrient-dense "Goddess Bowls" and vibrant smoothie bowls made with fresh, locally sourced fruits and superfoods for the health-conscious traveler.

Authentic "Arugam Bay Seafood" dinners featuring the daily artisanal catch, prepared with a mix of traditional Sri Lankan and Western fusion flavors.

Specialized vegan and vegetarian menu options, including tofu highlights, homemade cakes, and energy balls that cater to a holistic wellness lifestyle.

3.5

Fusion

Arugambay Roccos

Main Street, Arugambay, Pottuvil 32500, Sri Lanka

7:30 AM – 11:30 PM

Located right on the world-famous surfing beach of Arugam Bay, this trendy boutique hotel features cube-styled architecture, an outdoor pool, and a relaxed beachfront atmosphere.

Freshly prepared seafood dishes including grilled lagoon prawns and whole reef fish, perfect after a long morning of surfing.

A variety of international favorites such as handmade pizzas and gourmet burgers served alongside authentic spicy Sri Lankan curries.

Refreshing tropical fruit smoothies and signature cocktails served at the airy, open-plan restaurant overlooking the pool.

4.5

Sri Lankan

Hideaway Resort

Main Street, Ulle, Arugam Bay, Pottuvil 32500, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Set in a wild tropical garden across from Arugam Bay's surf, this family-owned heritage boutique resort offers bohemian charm, exceptional cuisine, and mindful yoga spaces.

Wholesome smoothie bowls, fresh falafel, and artisanal coffee at Hideaway Blue

Authentic Sri Lankan rice and curries crafted from organic garden ingredients

Flavorful Asian and Mediterranean fusion dinners showcasing the local daily catch

4.5

Sri Lankan

Kottukal Beach House

Kottukal Beach Road, Pottuvil 32500, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Set on a secluded Pottuvil estate, this intimate beachfront boutique villa offers highly personalized dining experiences featuring authentic Sri Lankan flavors and exquisite continental favorites.

Tailored "at your leisure" dining with a completely flexible schedule

Freshly caught eastern seafood and authentic Sri Lankan regional specialties

Romantic private beach BBQs and outdoor terrace dining under the stars

4.5

International

Jetwing Surf

P20, Kottukal Beach Road, Pottuvil 32500, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Featuring environmentally responsible architecture, this eco-luxury surf resort offers a striking open-air thatched pavilion serving exceptional global cuisine and fresh seafood on the eastern coast.

"Signature Dining" experiences including private beach BBQs at Pottuvil Point

Freshly caught eastern seafood and authentic Sri Lankan specialties at Rella

Exclusive sunrise floating champagne breakfasts served in the infinity pool