Surf N Sun

Arugam Bay


Deservedly popular place on the west side of the main road that definitely wins the 'garden of the year' award, with a lush, verdant Eden complete with pond and bursting with tropical greenery. The cottages, some with crazy trees growing out of the showers, are cosy, too. It's a well-designed place with lots of lounge space.

Discounts are readily available at quiet times.


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Nearby Arugam Bay attractions

1. Arugam Bay Beach

0.21 MILES

This long crescent of sand, partially shaded by coconut palms, is as good a reason as any to visit Arugam Bay. In season, its appeal to surfers is obvious…

2. Green Mosque

1.75 MILES

This small neighbourhood mosque takes its name from its traditional colours. Pottuvil is a largely Muslim town.

3. Mudu Maha Vihara

1.98 MILES

Out near the ocean east of the centre are the ancient ruins of Mudu Maha Vihara. This moody little site, partly submerged in the encroaching sand dunes,…

4. Church

2.44 MILES

A small church with shady grounds north of the bus terminal.

6. Church

2.58 MILES

A small church near the roundabout where the A4 highway makes the sharp turn between its route west and north.

7. Buddhist Temple

2.6 MILES

A small temple you'll pass as you head west out of Pottuvil.

8. Kotawehera

6.02 MILES

Off the A4 between the 308km and 309km posts is Kotawehera, the ruined remains of an ancient brick stupa, which enjoys a magnificent situation upon a…