East Surf Cabanas

Deewara Niwasa, Arugam Bay, 32500 Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.1/10! <small>(score from <b>49</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
49 reviews

Beautiful property, well-maintained garden, extremely well-located (close to town and also to surf breaks) comfortable beds and pretty outdoor shower underneath the palm tree shade.

Ahrum United States of America
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Located just an 8 minute walk away from the scenic Arugambay Beach, East Surf Cabanas is located in Arugam Bay. Free WiFi access is available in the restaurant. Each room has a private entrance with a private seating area overlooking the garden or surrounding views. Private bathroom also comes with a shower. You can enjoy garden view from the room. Other facilities offered at the property include water sports facilities and laundry facilities. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including surfing. The property offers free parking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Arugam Bay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Asian

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ahrum
    United States of America United States of America
    “Beautiful property, well-maintained garden, extremely well-located (close to town and also to surf breaks) comfortable beds and pretty outdoor shower underneath the palm tree shade.”
  • Vanessa
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    “Located in a quiet and green place in walking distance to the center, with family atmosphere. Raffaella & Sudu & Team take well care of each guest with tips, BBQs, Safaris and delicious food. I liked my spacious mud-house cabana and the own water...”
  • Robin
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Fresh water from the tap! And not some manager, but the owners with their personal story written in the welcoming writings in the room. Nice bathroom with playful details. Colorful staff. Probably our best Rice and Curry up til now. ‘Own’ surf...”

Managed by East Surf Cabanas - Raffaella, Sudu, and little Giada

Company review score: 9.6Based on 49 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

East Surf is a SriLankan/Western family business; we built the guesthouse with love and sweat. Most of our guests come for the tranquility of the area (away from techno); fresh food (Sudu's jungle BBQ have become a trademark); and large rooms. Its home away from home. Its super safe for families with little ones, and we offer discounts for bookings over 10 days and the use of the kitchen during the less busy months. Free filtered water bottles for all, we don't believe in plastic bottles any more (there is no recycling in Sri Lanka and plastic usually gets burnt or fed to wild animals).

Property info

We have 4 comfortable cabanas at the front of the property scattered inside the garden, and 4 superb family rooms at the back of the property, built on a sand dune. All our family rooms are large and original in design, built with local materials and environmental needs. We also have a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Neighborhood info

We are 8 min walk from the beach, in a quiet part of the residential area. Away from the hustle and bustle, and the party scene, so you can get a good sleep. We are also 12 min walk into the main strip with shops etc. We have bicycles if you fancy getting around quickly, free of charge.

Languages Spoken

English,Italian

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional

Amenities of East Surf Cabanas
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Off-site
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Off-site
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Spa
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Full-body massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Italian

House rules

East Surf Cabanas takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

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

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

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 2 and up are allowed)

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Cash East Surf Cabanas accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property is non air-conditioned and does not have hot water facilities.

Please inform East Surf Cabanas 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.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR tests are available at this property at no extra charge for those exhibiting symptoms consistent with the virus and have been confirmed by an accredited doctor.

Medical monitoring is available for guests quarantined due to coronavirus (COVID-19). This may be provided in person or virtually, depending on the property type and location.

FAQs about East Surf Cabanas

  • East Surf Cabanas offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkeling
    • Fishing
    • Bike tours
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Personal trainer
    • Yoga classes
    • Happy hour
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bar crawls
    • Full-body massage
    • Themed dinners
    • Fitness classes
    • Movie nights
    • Live music/Performance

  • Check-in at East Surf Cabanas is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • East Surf Cabanas is 2,800 feet from the center of Arugam Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at East Surf Cabanas may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from East Surf Cabanas. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at East Surf Cabanas can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Asian
    • À la carte

  • Room options at East Surf Cabanas include:

    • Family
    • Double

  • East Surf Cabanas has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1