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Pottuvil, located in the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka, is a charming coastal town known for its serene beaches and proximity to the famous Arugam Bay. This destination offers a tranquil escape with a variety of accommodations ranging from budget-friendly guesthouses to luxurious beachfront resorts. The best neighborhoods to stay in Pottuvil include the areas close to the beach, providing easy access to the stunning coastline and vibrant local culture.
Top attractions in Pottuvil include the nearby Arugam Bay, renowned for its world-class surfing conditions, and the picturesque Pottuvil Lagoon, where visitors can enjoy boat safaris and witness diverse wildlife. The town is also a gateway to the Kumana National Park, a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, Pottuvil offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences, making it an ideal destination for travelers.
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Hostel in Arugam Bay · 7.80 mi from centre
9.2
100 reviews
Featuring a garden, private beach area, terrace and free WiFi, The Wave Rooms & Hostel is located in Arugam Bay, a 3-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach and 2.4 miles from Muhudu Maha Viharaya. The property is around 3.1 miles from Crocodile Rock, 3.4 miles from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils and 5 miles from Elephant Rock. The property provides a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.
Each room includes a private bathroom with a bidet, while selected rooms contain a balcony and others also offer garden views.
The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental is available at the hostel.
Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles from The Wave Rooms & Hostel, while Kudumbigala Monastery is 16 miles from the property. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Hostel in Arugam Bay · 7.81 mi from centre
8.7
129 reviews
Breakfast available
Dreamy Hostel Arugambay features a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and terrace in Arugam Bay. Providing a bar, the property is located within a 2-minute walk of Arugam Bay Beach. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
At the hostel, every room has a desk. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also provide guests with city views. At Dreamy Hostel Arugambay, rooms have a seating area.
Breakfast is available, and includes Full English/Irish, Asian and vegetarian options. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving American, Indian and Pizza cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested.
A variety of activities can be enjoyed on site or nearby, including fishing and water park.
Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 2.3 miles from Dreamy Hostel Arugambay, while Crocodile Rock is 3 miles away.

Hostel in Arugam Bay · 7.82 mi from centre
9.2
42 reviews
Located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach, Moonlight surf hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 2.2 miles from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, 3 miles from Crocodile Rock and 3.3 miles from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils. The property provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.
All rooms at the hostel come with a seating area. Rooms come with a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms have a city view. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and an electric tea pot.
Elephant Rock is 4.9 miles from Moonlight surf hostel, while Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles from the property. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles away.

Hostel in Arugam Bay · 7.83 mi from centre
8.4
7 reviews
Located within a 6-minute walk of Arugam Bay Beach and 2.4 miles of Muhudu Maha Viharaya, Aura surf camp & Hostel provides rooms in Arugam Bay. The property is around 2.5 miles from Crocodile Rock, 3.4 miles from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils and 4.5 miles from Elephant Rock. Certain rooms at the property include a terrace with a garden view.
At the hostel, each room includes a desk.
A continental, Asian or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property.
Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles from Aura surf camp & Hostel, while Kudumbigala Monastery is 15 miles away. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles from the property.

Hotel in Arugam Bay · 7.88 mi from centre
6.9
55 reviews
Located in Arugam Bay and with Arugam Bay Beach reachable within a few steps, Pineapple Surf Arugambay has a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is around 2.2 miles from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, 2.9 miles from Crocodile Rock and 3.3 miles from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils. The property provides room service, and currency exchange for guests.
Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with an electric tea pot. Complete with a private bathroom, all rooms at Pineapple Surf Arugambay come with air conditioning, and some rooms also feature a balcony.
An Asian, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is served at the property.
Elephant Rock is 4.8 miles from the accommodation, while Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles from the property.

Hostel in Arugam Bay · 7.89 mi from centre
Breakfast available
Located in Arugam Bay, a 3-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach, The hostel abay provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel features family rooms.
At the hostel, all rooms have a closet. The hostel abay has some units that feature a safety deposit box, and all rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. At the accommodation every room includes a seating area.
A Full English/Irish, American or Asian breakfast is served at the property.
The hostel abay has a sun terrace.
Crocodile Rock is 1.6 miles from the hostel, while Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 2.4 miles from the property. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Homestay in Arugam Bay · 7.91 mi from centre
5.5
2 reviews
Happybay offers accommodations in Arugam Bay, a 2-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach and 2.4 miles from Muhudu Maha Viharaya. This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony and free Wifi. Crocodile Rock is 2.9 miles away, and Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils is 3.4 miles from the homestay.
At the homestay, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels.
Elephant Rock is 4.9 miles from the homestay, while Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles away. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles from the property.

Hotel in Arugam Bay · 7.92 mi from centre
6.2
4 reviews
Featuring a terrace, spa and wellness center and views of sea, New Sunrise Hotel is located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.
Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 2.3 miles from the hotel, while Crocodile Rock is 2.8 miles from the property. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles away.

Bed and breakfast in Arugam Bay · 7.92 mi from centre
6.7
3 reviews
Ocean Grace offers accommodations in Arugam Bay, 2.4 miles from Muhudu Maha Viharaya and 2.9 miles from Crocodile Rock. The air-conditioned accommodation is a 2-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free Wifi. Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles from the bed and breakfast and Kudumbigala Monastery is 16 miles away.
Towels and bed linen are available in the bed and breakfast. The property has an outdoor dining area.
Guests can relax in the garden at the property.
Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils is 3.4 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Elephant Rock is 4.8 miles from the property.

Hostel in Arugam Bay · 7.93 mi from centre
Located in Arugam Bay, a 11-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach, Coconut Resort Arugambay provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 2.5 miles from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, 2.7 miles from Crocodile Rock and 3.6 miles from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.
All guest rooms features air conditioning, a fridge, a dishwasher, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Every room comes with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with river views. Guest rooms include a safety deposit box.
Elephant Rock is 4.6 miles from the hostel, while Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles away. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles from the property.

Hostel in Arugam Bay · 7.95 mi from centre
Located in Arugam Bay, within a 9-minute walk of Arugam Bay Beach and 2.4 miles of Crocodile Rock, The Dune House Arugambay has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 2.6 miles from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, 3.7 miles from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils and 4.4 miles from Elephant Rock. Kumana National Park is 17 miles from the hostel.
Complete with a private bathroom, the rooms at the hostel come with air conditioning, and certain rooms have a terrace.
Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles from The Dune House Arugambay, while Kudumbigala Monastery is 15 miles from the property. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles away.

Hostel in Arugam Bay · 7.97 mi from centre
Located in Arugam Bay, a 7-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach, Kurumba Stay has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. The property is around 2.6 miles from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, 2.9 miles from Crocodile Rock and 3.7 miles from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils. Elephant Rock is 4.9 miles from the hostel and Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles away.
At the hostel, all rooms include a deskand a balcony with a garden view. Complete with a private bathroom, all rooms at Kurumba Stay come with air conditioning, and selected rooms also offer a terrace.
Kudumbigala Monastery is 16 miles from the accommodation, while Kumana National Park is 18 miles from the property. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles away.

Guest house in Arugam Bay · 7.98 mi from centre
5.3
3 reviews
Sewwandi Guest House offers accommodations in Arugam Bay, a 13-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach and 2.2 miles from Crocodile Rock. This guest house offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony. Elephant Rock is 4.2 miles away, and Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles from the guest house.
At the guest house, the units come with a wardrobe. Kitchenware and kettle are also offered. At the guest house, units come with bed linen and towels.
Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 2.7 miles from the guest house, while Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils is 3.7 miles from the property. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles away.

Guest house in Arugam Bay · 7.99 mi from centre
5.3
9 reviews
Breakfast available
Gecko Restaurant & Rooms is a recently renovated guest house in Arugam Bay near Arugam Bay Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking. The property offers bike rental and features a garden and outdoor fireplace.
A terrace with an outdoor dining area and sea views is offered in some units. At the guest house, all units include a private bathroom.
Guests can eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch, and cocktails.
A car rental service is available at the guest house, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby.
Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 2.3 miles from Gecko Restaurant & Rooms, while Crocodile Rock is 2.8 miles away.

Guest house in Arugam Bay · 8.01 mi from centre
6.5
32 reviews
Breakfast available
Pearl Of The Bay in Arugam Bay provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony. The guest house features garden views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi is available.
At the guest house, all units have a outdoor furniture. All units are air conditioned and include a seating and/or dining area. At the guest house, every unit comes with a desk and a private bathroom.
At the property, there is an family-friendly restaurant serving American cuisine as well as vegetarian options.
Bike rental and car rental are available at this guest house, and the area is popular for cycling.
Arugam Bay Beach is a 4-minute walk from the guest house, while Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 2.5 miles from the property.

Guest house in Arugam Bay · 8.01 mi from centre
5.0
1 review
Breakfast available
Featuring quiet street views, Surf N Relax Abay in Arugam Bay provides accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The guest house features city views, an outdoor fireplace, and a 24-hour front desk.
Accessible via private entrance, all rooms have air conditioning, soundproofing, desk, and a private bathroom with a hot tub. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in every unit. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels.
Guests are welcome to go to the family-friendly restaurant, while a grocery delivery service, packed lunches, and a mini-market are also available.
The guest house offers a variety of wellness options, including a hot spring bath, a wellness packages, and yoga classes. For guests with children, the guest house offers outdoor play equipment and babysitting service. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Surf N Relax Abay.
Arugam Bay Beach is a 2-minute walk from the accommodation, while Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 2.5 miles from the property.

Hostel in Arugam Bay · 8.06 mi from centre
10.0
1 review
Located in Arugam Bay, Arugam Waves Hostel offers beachfront accommodations a few steps from Arugam Bay Beach and facilities like a bar. The property is around 2.4 miles from Muhudu Maha Viharaya, 2.7 miles from Crocodile Rock and 3.5 miles from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils. Elephant Rock is 4.6 miles from the hostel and Magul Maha Viharaya is 11 miles away.
All rooms at the hostel come with a private bathroom equipped with a shower.
Kudumbigala Monastery is 15 miles from Arugam Waves Hostel, while Kumana National Park is 18 miles from the property. Batticaloa International Airport is 73 miles away.

Hotel in Arugam Bay · 8.08 mi from centre
6.7
3 reviews
Featuring a garden and views of garden, Marine Bay is located in Arugam Bay, a 2-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach. The property is around 2.8 miles from Crocodile Rock, 2.9 miles from Muhudu Maha Viharaya and 4 miles from Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.
At the hotel, each room is equipped with a balcony. Marine Bay has certain rooms that include a terrace, and each room has a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Guest rooms at the accommodation feature air conditioning and a desk.
Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, Full English/Irish and Asian options.
Elephant Rock is 4.6 miles from Marine Bay, while Magul Maha Viharaya is 12 miles away.

Hotel in Arugam Bay · 8.14 mi from centre
5.4
3 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Palm Grove Holiday Inn in Arugam Bay, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Arugam Bay Beach and Pasarichenai Beach. This hotel is 30 mi (48.3 km) from Yala National Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple.

Hostel in Arugam Bay · 8.15 mi from centre
7.5
116 reviews
Located in Arugam Bay, a 2-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach, The Long Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Featuring a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property has evening entertainment and free WiFi throughout the property.
At the hostel, every room comes with a closet. At The Long Hostel, rooms come with a seating area.
The accommodation has a grill.
Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 2.5 miles from The Long Hostel, while Crocodile Rock is 2.6 miles away.