Freedom Beach Arugam Bay

Hotels
8.4 (37 reviews)
Main Point Road , Arugam Bay , lk

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Facilities

Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Packed lunches
Private check-in/check-out
Concierge service
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Lack of cleanliness
Basic room quality
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.73
The room was not clean and had many open spots, leading to concerns about insects.
Service
9.7
Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful.
Location
9.24
The location was excellent for surfing and close to the beach.
Room Quality
7.19
Rooms were described as basic and simply furnished.
Amenities
8.22
Standard amenities for the hotel, but limited charm.
Value for Money
8.18
Affordable pricing given the location and services.
Food and Beverage
9.23
Food was recommended as the best in town, especially the fresh calamari.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall a very enjoyable stay with memorable experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:56

Property Description

Scenic Sea Views and Sustainable Accommodation
Freedom Beach Arugam Bay offers a picturesque setting with sustainable accommodation right on the beachfront. Enjoy stunning sea views and a recently renovated aparthotel just steps away from the beautiful Arugam Bay Beach.

Family-Friendly Amenities and Dining
With family rooms and a picnic area, this property caters to families looking for a comfortable stay. Indulge in delicious local cuisine at the on-site restaurant open for dinner, lunch, and brunch.

Convenient Services and Nearby Attractions
Take advantage of the bicycle rental service to explore the area conveniently. Visit nearby attractions like Muhudu Maha Viharaya and Crocodile Rock for a memorable experience. Book your stay at Freedom Beach Arugam Bay for a perfect beach getaway.

Important information:

A damage deposit of USD 15 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 37 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.73
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.24
Room Quality: 7.19
Amenities: 8.22
Value for Money: 8.18
Food and Beverage: 9.23
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Sabrina • couple • ch
3
Pros:

Die Lage der Unterkunft zum Surfen war super.

Cons:

Das Zimmer war mit nur einem Bett sehr einfach eingerichtet. Es war absolut nicht sauber und hat viele offene Stellen somit muss mit Insekten gerechnet werden.

2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
• couple • au
10
Rooms are cheap and basic but the staff go above and beyond
Pros:

Very close to the beach, staff were so nice and friendly

2025-08-28 • via Nuitee
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emily • family_with_children • gb
10
Highly recommended. Wonderful location. Wonderful people. Stay here!
Pros:

Super location. Wonderful staff, so helpful, friendly and welcoming. This place has been a sanctuary in every way. We were SO looked after.
Minder. Ravi. Samanthi. Food best in town, do try cookery classes and all food on menu. We loved the fresh calamari. Highly recommend

Cons:

We loved everything

2025-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • family_with_children • at
7
Pros:

Close to the beach, where swimming is best in Arugambay. Breakfast was good. And staff friendly. Overall through the location at good stay.

Cons:

No direct sea view. Rooms and compounds are simple and lack a little charme. Wifi was hardly working.

2025-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Giorgio Enrico • solo_traveller • it
8
3 says at Freedom Beach Arugambay
Pros:

Posizione, staff, ristorante

Cons:

Pulizia, servizi

2025-08-01 • via Nuitee
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Anonymous • with friends • gb
10
Amazing room at the beach front.
Pros:

Amazing location with a restaurant and surf school attached. Lovely spacious clean rooms. Staff are so accommodating, Krish was super helpful. Would recommend to everyone.

2025-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Toshiya • young couple • jp
5
Passable
Pros:

Near sea

Cons:

Many ants on the wall.

2024-09-14 • via Nuitee
T
Thibaut • young couple • fr
8
Very good
2024-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Allan • young couple • au
3
Staff are very friendly went out of their way when I got gastric but accommodation didn’t meet expec
Pros:

Breakfast was good

Cons:

This review is from 70 year old not teenagers who more frequently visit their beds and pillows hard, mattress moldy couldn’t use toilet paper in tiolet

2024-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Valentin • young couple • lk
4
Disappointing
2024-08-23 • via Nuitee
M
Max • young couple • gb
8
Very good
Pros:

great location

Cons:

matresses quite thin

2024-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Vilimec • group • au
10
The place is very laid back but safe. Samanthi (owner) is lovely and makes best meals.
Pros:

Personnel, location, food.

2024-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • group • au
9
Superb
2024-08-02 • via Nuitee
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James • solo traveller • gb
9
Superb
Pros:

Stayed in 'the castle' room high amongst the tree for 7 nights, and loved the time there. The room and balcony are immersed in the tree, with views of the ocean and Main Point - a very cool vibe! All staff were very friendly and went out of their way to help. The food at Soul Food is great too. The room & bathroom/shower were basic, nothing flash, but clean and as advertised. Air con worked good, and internet good too. All in all, cool spot, great location only meters from the beach, and great staff. Would stay again. Till next time

Cons:

Nothing

2024-07-31 • via Nuitee
M
Mahesh • group • lk
10
Absolutely fantastic!
Pros:

The place, the location, the staff, the food was fantastic.. Samanthi’s restaurant was a big help. Krish, her brother was a god send as he was there for us right throughout.

Cons:

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2024-07-31 • via Nuitee
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Kyle • family with young children • ae
10
Great experience. Would happily stay again.
Pros:

Family run property. Lovely people. Clean and comfortable. A/C worked well. Breakfast was great. The family are also super helpful when it comes to arranging transport or providing general advice on a-bay.

Cons:

Nothing

2024-07-28 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • family with young children • nz
10
Exceptional
2024-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • family with young children • nz
10
Felt very welcome during our stay, friendly and safe place to base ourselves in Arugam Bay. Super close to main point fo
Pros:

Family run, friendly staff, tidy and clean rooms with great meals at Samanthis restaurant

Cons:

Nothing, wouldn’t hesitate to stay again

2024-07-03 • via Nuitee
M
Marc • solo traveller • gb
10
Friendly staff , great food , amazing location
Pros:

Location, literally on the beach

Cons:

Nothing

2024-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Adi • solo traveller • il
8
Very good
2024-06-23 • via Nuitee