Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Cleanliness
Cons:
Weak shower flow
Noise from hallway

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Rooms were noted as clean and well looked after.
Service
9.7
Staff was repeatedly described as amazing, friendly, and helpful.
Location
9.2
Multiple reviews highlighted the great beachfront location.
Room Quality
9.2
Rooms were spacious, modern, and comfortable with great views.
Amenities
8.7
Included amenities like beachside chairs and daily yoga sessions received positive mention.
Value for Money
8.7
Overall good value for the quality of experience offered.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Food was consistently described as delicious in various reviews.
Overall Experience
9.7
Overall stay was described as wonderful with a genuine sense of hospitality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 01:41

Property Description

Modern Accommodation near Arugam Bay Surfing Area

Comfortable Rooms with Private Balcony
The air-conditioned rooms at Bay Vista offer a cozy retreat with a private balcony, tiled flooring, and freshly-laundered bedding. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like a fan, clothes rack, and an en suite bathroom with a shower facility.

Convenient Services and Dining Options
Benefit from a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi in public areas, and services like babysitting and sightseeing arrangements. Indulge in delicious Sri Lankan and Western cuisine at the on-site restaurant while taking in stunning views of the Indian Ocean. Room service is also available for a relaxing dining experience.

Explore Nearby Attractions
Located just a 15-minute walk from the renowned Arugam Bay surfing area, Bay Vista is also a convenient base for visiting Yala National Park and exploring Colombo city. Book your stay now to experience comfort and convenience at Bay Vista.

Important information:

Pleas note that the Yoga studio and rooftop healthy cafe are closed for the off season and will re-open on 1st April 2020.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 180 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 9.7
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dvora • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

מלון מושלם, מתאים לנחיתה רכה, החדר עם נוף לים היה מדהים ומרגיע, אוכל טעים וצוות אדיב ואכפתי בעלי המקום שהם משפחה מאוד משקיעים ואדיבים.
אהבתי את שילוב הפשטות יחד עם זאת שזה המלון הכי יפה ברחוב והמיקום פצצה מרכזי וקרוב לים
הארכתי לעוד שבוע

Cons:

אין

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
G
Gunasekara • solo_traveller • gb
10
An oasis
Pros:

It’s was so clean and beautifully decorated. And the sea view insane! I think this is the only place in arugambay that looks like the photos on booking.com.

The food was amazing, staff were amazing. I wish I could’ve stayed longer

Cons:

Nothing. Staff were so great and helpful.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Rohan • solo_traveller • in
1
Pros:

Nothing!

Cons:

The staff is very rude and inconsiderate. Not worth the price we paid!

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • il
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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yossi • solo_traveller • il
9
Pros:

היינו משפחה, שני חדרים. חדר שפונה לים עם נוף מדהים ומרגיע וחדר עם נוף לכביש.החדרים עם מרפסת, נקיים,גדולים ומרווחים מזגן עובד קצת רועש כי המנוע במרפסת.
ארוחת בוקר מגוונת ומשביעה, צוות שתמיד מוכן לעזור בחיוך וכיף. מיקום מצוין על החוף ובמרכז הרחוב נגיש ברגל לכול מקום ובעיקר לחוף הגלישה המרכזי. המסעדה במקום עם אוכל טעים ומגוון ויש מרפסת בגג שעושים יוגה.
מחיר יקר לאזור אבל יש תמורה מלאה

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
N
Nadine • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
A
Alexia • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
C
Chandie • family_with_children • us
9
A fantastic stay with great service, delicious food and an amazing beachside atmosphere.
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at Bay Vista during our trip to Arugam Bay. The accommodations were clean, comfortable, and well equipped, and their complimentary breakfast with varying options was delicious. The location was perfect - right on the beach, a short walk from Baby Point for surfing, and on the main street close to plenty of cafés, restaurants, and shops.

The staff were wonderful throughout our stay - attentive, and always happy to help with anything we needed. They also recommended we take surfing lessons with Milan, and we're so glad they did. He was an outstanding instructor: professional, patient and calm. As beginners, he made sure we understood the basics and safety before heading into the water and we had a great time learning to surf with him. We would absolutely recommend taking a lesson from him.

Overall, we had a great stay and would recommend it to anyone looking for a fun beach vacation.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
B
Beth • couple • gb
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • couple • be
8
Prijs kwaliteit te betwijfelen
Pros:

Super goede locatie, mooi uitzicht op strand en zee, tof dat de strandbedden inclusief waren, uitgebreide menukaart met lekker ontbijt en eten, super vriendelijk personeel

Cons:

Wifi was heel slecht, soms geen bereik. Onze grootste ergernis was dat de handdoeken pas na 3 dagen vervangen werden, wat niet zo hygienisch is. Voor de prijs dat je betaald krijg je redelijk weinig terug, zeker als je dit vergelijkt met andere faciliteiten in Sri Lanka. Na het kuisen zaten er ook opeens “meer” mieren in de kamer.

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
J
Johanna • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Das Personal im Hotel war sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Die Lage ist super. Man kann aus dem Hotel direkt an den Strand. Auch das hauseigene Restaurant war sehr gut.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
I
Idan • solo_traveller • il
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Ruti • couple • il
10
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
Y
Yedida • solo_traveller • il
6
Pros:

המיקום ממש על החוף יש שביל מהכניסה למלון לים החדר היה מאובזר עם מה שנדרש הצוות אנשים נחמדים

Cons:

יש הרבה נמלים גדולות כאלה וצהובות/כתומות בחדר אי אפשר להיפטר מהן
אין מעלית להעלות את המזוודות

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
K
Kursat • extended_group • tr
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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shaked • couple • ar
5
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
M
Marta • couple • ch
9
Perfekte Unterkunft im schönen Arugam Bay - wir haben es geliebt!
Pros:

Bay Vista können wir allen wärmstens empfehlen, die eine tolle, einfache Unterkunft in Arugam Bay suchen. Es war echt ein Traum, die Lage ein absoluter Pluspunkt. Wir haben unser Aufenthalt um zwei Nächte (insgesamt 6 Nächte) verlängert, da es uns wirklich sehr gefallen hat. Die Zimmer sind gross und sehr einfach gehalten. Wir haben Surfstunden direkt in der Unterkunft buchen können, das können wir ebenfalls jedem empfehlen!
Das Essen im hauseigenen Restaurant ist lecker, da findet jeder etwas. Auch die Rooftop-Lounge ist super! Dort haben wir tolle Pancakes und Crepes gegessen und man kann dort oben auch Yoga machen. Wir haben es sehr genossen und unser Aufenthalt geliebt! Wir werden auf jeden Fall wiederkommen. :)

Cons:

Nichts! Es war teilweise etwas hellhörig aber uns hat es wirklich nicht gestört.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • au
10
We extended our stay because we enjoyed it so much
Pros:

Perfect location and the staff are lovely

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Martijn • solo_traveller • nl
10
Hele fijne plek
Pros:

De vriendelijkheid en de chille sfeer die er hangt

Cons:

De wifi had iets sneller gemogen. Maar voor Sri Lanka best goed denk ik

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
הילה • solo_traveller • il
10
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee