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About this property
Beachfront Location: The Surf Access Guest House in Arugam Bay offers direct beachfront access with a private beach area. Guests enjoy sea views and a terrace, perfect for relaxation. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and balconies. Additional amenities include a kitchenette, work desk, and streaming services. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves seafood with brunch, lunch, and dinner options. Breakfast includes continental, American, and local specialities. Activities and Services: Guests can participate in yoga classes, cycling, and surfing. The property provides a tour desk, bicycle parking, and free WiFi.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Beachfront
- Good free WiFi (25 Mbps)
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Constantinos
Cyprus
“Great location. The owner, Dill, is very accommodating and fair with prices. They can organize tuktuks for surf trips as well as lessons.” - Pal
Hungary
“We had a n apartment and two rooms with bathrooms. All with ocean view. The owner is a very good and helpful person. For suprise he celebrated my Birthday with the best breakfast I have had in Sri Lanka. Thanks for everything.” - Daniela
Italy
“The building faces the ocean. It is not common in this area. At the reception you can ask for several services: transfer, trips or safari. The room/ apartment was amazing. A touch of industrial style with all the comforts” - Jaimee
New Zealand
“Great location, we loved the restaurant and beach club out the front too. The staff were lovely and we kept coming back even after we checked out!! Clean rooms and big beds. Perfect for a few nights” - Max
Netherlands
“Room was excellent and although not one of their apartments, the beds were comfy and the room was well clean. I have breakfast for 8 dollars and that got me well through the day as it is rather copious.” - Rolandcaine
United Kingdom
“This B&B was the highlight of my trip. Wonderfully friendly staff, great location on the beach, lovely happy hour cocktails and generally a superbly welcoming vibe” - Claire
United Kingdom
“Amazing location right on beach staff helpful with money exchange and accommodated us staying longer on the day we checked out.” - Angelique
Netherlands
“The location is mindblowing! We wre ready for some relaxed time and when we arrived at the accomodation we were so happily surprised! You're at the beach, with the sound of the sea we slept super peaceful! Staff is extremely friendly and helpful....” - Nikita
Serbia
“We liked this place a lot. It has quiet surroundings and a perfect location, just a couple of steps from the ocean and close to good restaurants. We appreciated how the staff helped with anything we needed, even providing us with another room with...” - Celia
Australia
“The room was comfortable with working air conditioning. Great location and beach access”
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Managed by Dillshad
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Languages spoken
Arabic,English,TamilProperty surroundings
Restaurants
- Mermaids Village Restaurant
- CuisineSeafood
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal • Kosher • Vegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
Please inform The Surf Access Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 07:00:00.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.