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Arugambay PodBay

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Garden view
Garden view
Garden view
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$29
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov

Explore the area

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Main Street, Arugam Bay, EP, 32500
  • Place, Arugam Bay Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pottuvil Point
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Bay 1 | Beach

Bay 1

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Bay 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Bay 3

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Bay 4

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

HomePod

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Arugam Bay

At Arugambay PodBay you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Arugam Bay Beach and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Arugam Bay hotel, you'll be 5.9 km (3.6 mi) from Pottuvil Point and 44.7 km (27.8 mi) from Kudumbigala Sanctuary.

What's nearby

  • Arugam Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pasarichenai Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Pottuvil Point - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Kumana National Park - 42 min drive - 30.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Choco Lush - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hideout Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Siam View - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Perera Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ali Restaurent - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Arugambay PodBay

Beach hotel with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. Arugambay PodBay offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Arugambay PodBay. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Arugam Bay hotel.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Arugambay PodBay offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, with complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • PotPod

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 5 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 110 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Arugambay PodBay?

Yep, Arugambay PodBay has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Arugambay PodBay?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arugambay PodBay on 14 Nov 2025 start from AU$26.16, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Arugambay PodBay?

Yep, Arugambay PodBay is a short 4-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Does Arugambay PodBay have a pool?

Arugambay PodBay has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Arugambay PodBay a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Arugambay PodBay.

Does Arugambay PodBay serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arugambay PodBay?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Arugambay PodBay?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Arugambay PodBay's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Arugambay PodBay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Arugambay PodBay?

No, pets are not allowed.

Arugambay PodBay Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 8 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach front accommodation in a bungalow was excellent as was the pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the home pod room. Which was a clean, basic room that had all ameneties we needed. Excellent value for the price paid. Beach front hotel with well maintained grounds and a lovely pool. Quiet hotel but on the main road and close to all of aruam bays restaurants etc would definatley stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our time at PodBay, we used the pool lots and the sun loungers. It is right on the beach so if you want a swim in the waves you can just walk out to them or stay by the pool. Our cabin was lovely and the air con worked really well. We were looking for somewhere to relax for a few days and it was perfect. The staff were helpful and friendly too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Manuela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans ce joli petit hôtel, juste en bord de mer et proche de tout, c’est vraiment parfait ! De plus, le personnel est absolument adorable, et rende très volontiers service, le petit déjeuner aussi très bon !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019