Just a few steps from Pasarichenai Beach and a 4-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach, Salty Alchemy features accommodations in Arugam Bay with a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the homestay's outdoor fireplace. Towels and bed linen are provided in the homestay. The property offers sea views. A bicycle rental service and a private beach area are offered at the homestay. Crocodile Rock is 2.7 miles from Salty Alchemy, while Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 3.1 miles away. The nearest airport is Batticaloa International, 73 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.1
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  • Shiran
    Israel Israel
    I really like this quiet and beautiful place. It was very clean, loved the design and Julee and Loku are perfect hosts! They help a lot with everything. I recommend this place :)
  • Tilani
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Amazing beach front location. Private bathroom, private patio and hammock. Shared kitchen if you would like to cook or make your own coffee/tea. Two fans available in the room, no hot water but it is not necessary as the water from the pipes are...
  • Susanne
    Germany Germany
    The location of the property is amazing, it is right by the ocean. Julia is a great host who wants to provide an wonderful experience. I loved gazing at the stars ✨ from the hammock.

Hosted by Juls & Loku

9.8
9.8
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Juls & Loku
Have a beach as your front yard! Our place is created with love and passion for nature and everything that surrounds us. It is a perfect place for those who love peace & nature. We are located in a quiet area of Arugam Bay with only a 10 minutes beach walk to the famous Main Point Surf break and 15 minutes walk to the famous sunset and elephant watch spot called Crocodile Rock. With us, you can enjoy the sunrise from your bed, feel at home, and cuddle doggos. We believe in simplicity. Our place is inspired by mother earth and decorated with the colors that give you a homey feeling filled with coziness and warmth. Each room has a king-size bed, work desk, private bathroom, and a terrace with a sitting area & hammock. Swing in the hammock to the rhythm of the waves and sip the morning coffee while watching the ocean Additionally, our guests can access all the common areas such as the living room and kitchen. We have a parking lot that can fit one car and a few scooters.
We are a mixed european and local couple that loves dogs, surfing and traveling. With us, you can embrace your journey with a salty breeze. Our place is all about finding yourself, feeling good about who you are, who you are becoming. We can be a perfect place for you to embrace your journey to self-acceptance and love. Long walks on the beach, starry nights, and the sound of the ocean can become your everyday natural meditation. We hosted a wide range of guests from writers, digital nomads, surfers, artists, yogis, and travelers from all around the world. All of them became a family to us. Salty Alchemy is being run as an independent place. Please note that we do not have a front desk and your booking has to be done at least one day before arrival. We have a key box where we can leave you the key for the self-check in. We recommend you book your spot in advance as we are a petit hotel and we are running out of rooms pretty quickly. Please note that we have 6 dogs at the property therefore it's available only for dog lovers and we do not accept families with small kids ❤️
Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka. It is heaven for surfers and people passionate about raw nature. A town is located on the east coast of Ceylon island. Our place, Salty Alchemy is away from noisy streets, and a party area where sleeping at night becomes impossible. With us instead of sleeping with the loud music beats you will rest with the sound of the crashing waves and singing birds that love to visit us. Explore with us! We offer you a wide range of attractions from tuk-tuk safari & surf lessons to exploration of temples and surf spots! Arugam Bay is a special place where you can see natural wildlife in its raw form. Elephants passing by the rice fields, monkeys jumping around, crocodiles chilling in the rivers, deers & boars living their best lives, leopards hiding in the jungles, and much more! We are surrounded by ancient Hindu and Buddhist temples hidden in the jungles, beaches, and hills. It’s a pleasure for us to share all these surroundings with you and show you a bit of our everyday life. We are one of few places open all year round as we genuinely fell in love with the Arugam Bay area and do not follow the seasonal migration as most businesses do.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Polish

Area info

Amenities of Salty Alchemy
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Beachfront
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Desk
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Private check-in/out
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • Polish

    House rules

    Salty Alchemy takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    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 not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Cash only

    This property only accepts cash payments.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

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

    FAQs about Salty Alchemy

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

    • Check-in at Salty Alchemy is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Salty Alchemy offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Beachfront
      • Bicycle rental
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Private beach area
      • Beach

    • Salty Alchemy is 0.7 miles from the center of Arugam Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.