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Arugambay PodBay

3.0 star property
On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple

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Garden view
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Near Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple, Arugambay PodBay is a haven for relaxation and play. Enjoy the on-site restaurant PotPod, unwind by the outdoor pool or children's pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, explore the garden and playground or simply lounge on the terrace with coffee/tea in hand.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Bay 1 | Beach | On the beach

Bay 1

Highlights

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

Bay 3

Highlights

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

Basic Cabin

Highlights

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

Bay 4

Highlights

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

HomePod

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Arugam Bay, Arugambay PodBay is on the beach. Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple and Kudumbigala Sanctuary are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arugam Bay Beach and Pottuvil Point. Yala National Park is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Main Street, Arugam Bay, EP, 32500

What's nearby

  • Arugam Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pasarichenai Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Pottuvil Point - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Kumana National Park - 42 min drive - 18.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Choco Lush - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hideout Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Perera Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Siam View - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Stardust Beach Hotel - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Arugambay PodBay

Hotel near Arugam Bay Beach
Located close to Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple, Arugambay PodBay provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Be sure to enjoy a meal at PotPod, the on-site restaurant. Guests can also expect to find dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in the lobby, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at Arugambay PodBay have comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like late night room service and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip 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 elevator (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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 10 percent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Arugambay PodBay Hotel Arugam Bay
Arugambay PodBay Hotel
Arugambay PodBay Arugam Bay
Arugambay PodBay Hotel
Arugambay PodBay Arugam Bay
Arugambay PodBay Hotel Arugam Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does Arugambay PodBay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Arugambay PodBay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Arugambay PodBay?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Arugambay PodBay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Arugambay PodBay?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Arugambay PodBay provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 110 per vehicle applies.

Where is Arugambay PodBay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Arugam Bay hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Arugam Bay Beach and Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple. Pottuvil Point and Kudumbigala Sanctuary are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Reviews

Arugambay PodBay Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personale estremamente gentile e disponibile, siamo rimaste davvero colpite per la loro cura verso il cliente a qualunque ora del giorno e della notte. Colazione molto variegata e buonissima. Per quanto riguarda l alloggio avevamo il primo bungalow vista mare, molto bello come da foto. Non c è da aspettarsi una cura della struttura però per il prezzo pagato assolutamente valido! Per quanto riguarda il rumore avevamo dei vicini un po’ chiassosi ma non è colpa della struttura, ma solo della incivilita dell uomo soprattutto in vacanza!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuela

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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 traveler

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 traveler

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

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