Gecko Restaurant & Rooms

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Scored 5.3
Rated passable

About this property

Beachfront Location: Gecko Restaurant & Rooms in Arugam Bay offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the terrace or balcony and enjoy the serene beachfront setting. Modern Facilities: The guest house features a recently renovated restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a garden, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating area, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves British, Greek, Mediterranean, pizza, seafood, sushi, Asian, and barbecue grill cuisines. Special dietary menus cater to halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free preferences. Local Attractions: Arugam Bay Beach is just a few steps away, while Muhudu Maha Viharaya lies 3.8 km nearby. Other attractions include Crocodile Rock (4.4 km) and Kumana National Park (28 km). Surfing and cycling are popular activities in the surroundings.

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Most popular facilities

  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Arugam Bay, this property has an excellent location score of 8.6

    • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 bunk beds
1 extra-large double bed
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2 bunk beds
2 extra-large double beds
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Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Liz & Ramesh

Company review score: 6.1Based on 9 reviews from 1 property
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Property information

Gecko is a family-run beachfront stay in the heart of Arugam Bay, just a 10-minute walk from Sri Lanka’s best surf break. Designed for slow living, our space offers direct beach access, sun-drenched spots for tanning, and plenty of quiet corners for reading or relaxing. What makes Gecko truly special is our homemade food—prepared daily using the freshest local ingredients. From vibrant salads to nourishing breakfasts, lunches and dinners, and in-house baked goods - everything is crafted with care and flavour. With a mix of beachfront and garden-view rooms, welcoming hosts, and an great atmosphere

Languages spoken

English,Tamil

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Gecko Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British • Greek • Mediterranean • Pizza • Seafood • Sushi • Asian • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Gecko Restaurant & Rooms takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 17:00
Check-out
From 10:30 to 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
US$5 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestro Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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