The bathrooms were not that clean and there was no toilet paper so you had to buy one and keep it for yourself

The people and the staff were really nice and lovely. The location was perfect

Ha soggiornato nel mese di agosto 2024

Don't think it's the hostel's fault, but some guests didn't realise it wasn't a party hostel and carried on as if it was. It can get noisy

It's a nice hostel with nice 4 shared dorms with an Ac. It's also across from a surf shop that will give you a discount if you stay here.

Ha soggiornato nel mese di agosto 2024

Sometimes is really hot

Perfect!!!

Ha soggiornato nel mese di luglio 2024

No soap in the toilet Really bad matrees

Location

Ha soggiornato nel mese di giugno 2024

No mosquito nets and ac only at night

Solid hostel, great location and amazing staff

Ha soggiornato nel mese di giugno 2024

The best hostle I’ve stayed at by far! The staff are amazing and very welcoming! The location is perfect as it’s right by the beach and the town.

Ha soggiornato nel mese di giugno 2023

nothing really! was a really nice place

great atmosphere, really sociable - water refill initiative was soo great and meant we were acc drinking so much water! I’d have stayed for a few more days for sure. mosquito nets on the beds was a plus too-

Ha soggiornato nel mese di aprile 2023

the staff was amazing! perfect location and clean and comfortable rooms. bathroom facilities were clean and enough showers and toilets for everyone!

Ha soggiornato nel mese di settembre 2024

The receptionist were rude and not nice. In booking when you book the AC room, there is no even one mention that the AC is working just at night time, when we talked to the receptionist (maybe he is the owner also) about that and showed him that it didnt mention anywhere in the booking, he showed us the rules written in the place (but of course didnt mention anywhere on booking), told us that we turned on the AC without his permission (like we got back to kinderkarten), and avoided looking at the booking in my phone. So coming in the room at day time was intolerable, and they only blamed booking for that and did nothing. Also you can see their comments to the bad reviews, and see how they avoid fixing their problems and just blame the visitor for any problem he mentioned. Just avoid this place and go to another of the many hostels which provides better facilities and better behavior from the stuff. Toilet papers are also not given (and towels which happens in some hostels, so dont have any complaint for that)

Location is good

Ha soggiornato nel mese di settembre 2024

None

Best hostel in Arugam Bay. It kept very clean throughout my stay. Love the separate communal bathrooms and toilet. Keep the room away from extra unnecessary humidity and smell. Tons of natural light and lots of social areas. Some room dont have air conditioning but it was manageable even during the hot season.

Ha soggiornato nel mese di agosto 2024

The private room was very plain. No pictures, no colours, just a small room with a bunkbed and a cupboard. We didn’t felt very comfortable there.

It is very practical, near the city and it has all you need. They have a pretty good system with water bottles. You get one by arrival and you can refill it for 100 LKR.

Ha soggiornato nel mese di luglio 2024

Fan room got hot in the night.

People, space, activities

Ha soggiornato nel mese di giugno 2024

The facilities are equivalent to my middle school summer camp, no toilet paper, no hooks in the shower stalls, half of the stalls were properly functional, way too few places to dry clothes for a surfing spot hostel and the common space is basically some tables and benches by the reception. In addition, any question i asked the staff or the owner was at best lacking information. The least enjoyable hostel of my stay in Sri Lanka

Nice location to reach the beach

Ha soggiornato nel mese di maggio 2024

This is the place to be if you are looking for socializing, party and meeting a lot of people. It is located literally 3min from the beach. They give bottles of mineral water which is really nice.

Ha soggiornato nel mese di settembre 2023

So incredible hostel so close to the beach very nice surf spot, karaoke party! Very friendly and helpful staff definitely Arugam Bay amazing place!

Ha soggiornato nel mese di agosto 2023

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It was one of the best hostels i ever stayed at!!! So many nice people and the owner was so friendly! I really enjoyed staying here, definitely going to come back!

Ha soggiornato nel mese di settembre 2023

Super clean facilities. Minimal but great socializing spaces. The personal water bottle was a great touch. My check in and check out times were very odd but the property accommodated me graciously in their shared spaces as I waited for my room to be available and provided space to keep my bags.

Ha soggiornato nel mese di settembre 2023

A bit warm in my room, I got one without AC

The hostel I stayed at was fantastic, from the friendly vibe to the wonderful people and everything in between!

Ha soggiornato nel mese di agosto 2023

Friendly staff and a great place to meet people, best hostel in Arugam

Ha soggiornato nel mese di agosto 2023

The Wi-Fi was weak

Very clean, and mange professionally. A social place great for solo travelers.

Ha soggiornato nel mese di agosto 2023

Everyone hyped this hostel up so much and I don’t really see why. also air con rooms aren’t aircon during the day so they get really hot when you want to chill out/get ready for the night

good location and cheap beers

Ha soggiornato nel mese di luglio 2023

I slept in the 1st room next to the entrance area and it was too loud for me since music was played until 1-2am and I was waking up early for surfing. If you don’t mi d the noise than it’s ok. ;)

It’s a good place to stay when you want to connect to people and it’s located in the center close to the beach. There is a lot of party so if you want some calm nights, it’s not the place to be. If you up for a good time and some nights out or party at the hostel, this is your place. Staff was super nice and helpful. :)

Ha soggiornato nel mese di agosto 2023

Amazing hostel.

Ha soggiornato nel mese di luglio 2023

loved it here! all the staff are super kind and always smiling, perfect location and the most social hostel in arugam for sure

Ha soggiornato nel mese di agosto 2023