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Cactus Arugambay

2.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Arugam Bay Beach

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Front of property
Shower, hydromassage showerhead, towels, soap
Restaurant
Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Air conditioning, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk
Restaurant
Cactus Arugambay, near Arugam Bay Beach, offers a peaceful getaway with practical amenities. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, relax with drinks from the on-site cafe, and explore the garden. Bike and scooter rentals available for nearby attractions.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Air conditioning, Garden View

Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Air conditioning, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk

Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Air conditioning, Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Arugam Bay is home to Cactus Arugambay. Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple and Kudumbigala Sanctuary are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arugam Bay Beach and Kumana National Park. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ecotours nearby.
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Map
Beach Hut Rd, Arugam Bay, EP, 88000

What's nearby

  • Arugam Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pasarichenai Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 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 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hideout Lounge - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Perera Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Siam View - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Stardust Beach Hotel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Cactus Arugambay

Hotel near Arugam Bay Beach
A coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Cactus Arugambay. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and smoke-free premises
  • A nature reserve, scooter rentals, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Cactus Arugambay offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and Select Comfort beds
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and shampoo
  • Patios, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to noon for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 2.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: 15 percent of room rate
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 15 percent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 2.5 for children
  • Early check-in fee: 15 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: 15 percent of room rate (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
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

Cactus Arugambay Hotel
Cactus Arugambay Arugam Bay
Cactus Arugambay Hotel Arugam Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Cactus Arugambay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cactus Arugambay?

Motorcycle parking only.

What time is check-in at Cactus Arugambay?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A 15% fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Cactus Arugambay?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a 15% fee (subject to availability).

Where is Cactus Arugambay located?

Situated in Arugam Bay, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Arugam Bay Beach, Pasarichenai Beach, and Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple. Pottuvil Point is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Reviews

Cactus Arugambay Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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