Arugambay Resort

Great vibe, lovely staff, knock out food, especially breakfast. amazingly comfortable bed and fabulous shampoo! Live - and really good - music

This is truly an amazing place! It’s like a quiet oasis - 50 meters from the main road everything is quiet, relaxed and almost a separate world. At the same time it’s close to the beach, shops, cafés and all the attractions of Arugam Bay. Both the bungalows and the rooms are very nice, with A/C and en suite bathrooms. Food is excellent with generous servings, and in the evenings there is live music in the bar/café. The pool is nice and shaded by trees, and there are several yoga classes and massage sessions every day. Sharon and her excellent team run the place with a combination of a welcoming atmosphere and quiet efficiency. (It’s been in her family for many years, and many of the staff have been there for decades.) It’s a bit more pricey than many other places in Arugam Bay, but well worth it! I can’t see any reason to stay anywhere else in Arugam Bay (some of us were returning for the seventh or eighth time!)

Nous avons passé un incroyable séjour de 3 nuits dans un bungalow en pleine nature dans le centre d’Arugam Bay. Idéalement situé juste en face de la plage. Notre bungalow était propre, une literie confortable. Équipé d’une climatisation ( que vous pouvez laisser fonctionner la nuit sans problème ). Le linge de lit est propre. L’équipe passe tout les matins nettoyer la chambre et changer les serviettes de toilettes. La salle de bain est à ciel ouvert protégée par une grille, accessible directement depuis la chambre. Eau chaude à volonté + savon, gel douche, shampooing. L’hôtel dispose d’une piscine entourée de végétation luxuriante avec des transats, les serviettes de bains sont fournies. Des cours de yoga sont proposés. Le restaurant est excellent pour des prix raisonnables. Les plats sont raffinés et diversifiés, les produits sont frais. Tradition sri lankaise mélangée à de la cuisine occidentale. Le petit déjeuner est servi de 07h30 à 14h30 ce qui nous a permis de faire nos séances de surf jusqu’à 9h et de pendre un petit dej à 10h. Le cadre du restaurant est splendide, vous avez la possibilité de vous restaurer à table ou assis sur des matelas ( très confortables ), pour les plus romantiques une cabane perchée dans un arbre. De la très bonne musique est diffusée, nous avons eu la change d’avoir un petit concert. Dans la rue principale vous pouvez dîner ou prendre un verre en bord de plage.Vous pouvez également prendre un tuk tuk ( la gérante peut vous en commander un ), pour aller surfer à peanut farm ou vous faire bronzer a whisky Point. Il y a de nombreuses plages paradisiaques à 20 mn en tuk tuk. Le personnel est discret, poli, souriant. La boutique de l’hôtel est géniale. Je recommande fortement cet établissement.

My second time here and it was even better. Exceptional accommodation, great food and fantastic entertainment. Sharon and her staff deserve all the plaudits for the exceptional manner in which they run this place. The staff organised a tuk-tuk for us for a day at the beach and gave us great tips of other good local restaurants and attractions to try. Hideaway used to be a seasonal go to but I’ve been here off season and it’s just as good. My wife and I loved our time there. Thanks folks, we’ll be back!

We arrived at the hotel after searching for a place to stay, it is a hotel that really feels like an escape from the noise of Arugam, in the evenings you can hear noise from the businesses outside. The rooms are clean and spacious in a tropical area, so friends can enter the room, but the staff immediately takes care of it. The pool is maintained and we completely had a quiet and pleasant corner. But what made the experience so great was the welcome of Rashika who took care of our every request during the stay and all the other staff, always smiling and helping. I have never come across such a team. And don't give up on the Chaturi massage! Magic hands!

The front entrance of the resort is unassuming, but once inside, the grandeur of the surroundings becomes evident. The villas are spacious and tastefully decorated, featuring open-plan bathrooms and minimalistic design. The high-quality bedding enhances the overall experience. The beautiful gardens provide a serene canopy throughout the resort. Guests can enjoy yoga classes in a pavilion next to a shimmering blue tiled pool, surrounded by Temple flower trees. The pool deck offers sun loungers and a chance to relax in the cool water while taking in the scenic beauty. The exceptional staff truly enhance the stay. Sanghitha, the restaurant manager, is a welcoming and free-spirited presence, always ready to assist. Mathi exudes a charismatic calm, while Rashika is helpful in every aspect of the resort. The customer service is outstanding. I highly recommend Hideaway Resort for guests of all ages.