Amwaj Blue Cabana Arugambay

Hotels
9.3 (65 reviews)
Kudakali Road, Pottuvil 18 , Arugam Bay , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location near the beach
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Wifi issues
Slightly remote location may deter some guests
Service charge discrepancies

Categories

Cleanliness
8.8
The cabins were clean and well-maintained, providing a comfortable stay.
Service
9.8
Hosts Nafarullah and Faies were frequently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.3
Located right next to the beach, with good access to the surrounding area, though slightly distant from the town.
Room Quality
9
Private rooms are cozy and equipped with necessary amenities, though basic in style.
Amenities
9.1
Facilities provided are decent with options for self-catering.
Value for Money
9.3
Great pricing for the quality of stay and service provided.
Food and Beverage
9.5
Highly praised for delicious and ample breakfast offerings.
Overall Experience
9.6
A tranquil stay with great service, location, and overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:22

Property Description

Beachfront Location
Luxurious Rooms with Sea View Balcony
Convenient Amenities like Room Service and 24-hour Front Desk

Experience a stay by the beach at Amwaj Blue Cabana Arugambay. Indulge in sea views from your balcony and enjoy convenient amenities like room service. Book now for an unforgettable seaside getaway!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 65 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.8
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9.1
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 9.5
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Giovanni solo_traveller it
1
Not recommended
Pros:

Se si sta cercando più tranquillità rispetto alla città è un buon posto, in ogni caso non c'è nessun servizio intorno per cui si deve sempre andare ad Arugam Bay per qualsiasi minima necessità.

Cons:

Assenza totale del segnale Wi-Fi nel bungalow in cui abbiamo soggiornato per due giorni. Scarsa attenzione del personale nella fase di check-in ed accoglienza approssimativa, dovendo richiedere più volte i servizi minimi quali carta igienica e saponi, teoricamente inclusi. Porta del bagno che non si chiude rendendo nulla la privacy fra gli ambienti. Colazione molto basica.Nella stanza era assente qualsiasi mobile accessorio oltre al letto. Basso livello di inglese del personale presente in struttura ed assenza del responsabile presso la struttura per poter rispondere di persona alle nostre richieste di chiarimento dei disservizi. Complessivamente esperienza purtroppo negativa.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Florian couple de
5
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Garcia Fuentes couple es
8
Pros:

El chico que lleva el hotel es muy majo y te soluciona cualquier problema

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Pawan Madushan couple it
10
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Johannes family_with_children nl
7
Mooi ligging en prima locatie, personeel kan veel verbeteren aan service verlening en ontbijt
Pros:

Mooie ligging, lekkere hangmatten

Cons:

Ontbijt had veel beter gekund, bijvoorbeeld door drinken aan te bieden. Personeel was niet vriendelijk en moest steeds gevraagd worden door ze wakker te maken

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Gihan solo_traveller de
7
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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claudia solo_traveller at
10
Pros:

Das Personal war sehr freundlich. Authentisch, wie die Einheimischen leben. Einfach aber gut. Vom Zimmer aus hört man das Meer rauschen. Katze und Hund sind auch da.

Cons:

Jeden Tag dasselbe Frühstück

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Suraj solo_traveller in
9
Pros:

Staff good and owner were very helpful

Cons:

Hangers for clothes and small coubords for clothes storage

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Naïs solo_traveller fr
10
Super séjour !
Pros:

Le cadre, la propreté, la gentillesse de l’équipe

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Kyle solo_traveller za
10
🇿🇦
Pros:

Nice little chilled out spot...
My man Rifkan is super friendly and is always willing to help out ...
Out of town but not too far
Elephant Rock is only a +-30min walk on the beach... My overall experience 10/10
🇿🇦

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Alvin couple se
8
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Nadun Dilshan solo_traveller lk
9
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Zuzana couple sk
5
Place has potential however services need to be improved
Pros:

Location of this accommodation perfect if you like sunrise walks. Its outside of the city beach so you will meet maybe one other person walking there. Apparently you can spot turtles there as well I didn’t. 20 mins walking to main surfing point. 15 mons walking to croc rock with amazing views and crocs in river. Room has AC and was very clean.

Cons:

Wifi doesn’t work. Its on and off. Not at all in the room. Blankets for sleeping are ridiculously small and thin (similar to tea towel). (2 small pcs per couple). Its nice to have breakfast however we got 1 cup of dhal , 1 rotti (taste was really good) and 4 toasted pieces of bread. Bit of butter or jam would be nice to have otherwise you’d eat dry bread. There are hammocks but unfortunately pretty uncomfortable. Only cold water.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Anastacia solo_traveller ph
8
Peaceful location and friendly staff, but the open cabana design, insects, and limited bathroom privacy affected my over
Pros:

The property is about 5 minutes away from the main beach area by tuk-tuk, which I really appreciated. The area is much quieter and less touristy, making it a peaceful place to relax. If you're looking to escape the crowds and enjoy a more laid-back atmosphere, the location is a great choice. The surroundings are calm, and it offers a nice break from the busier parts of Arugam Bay. The staff were also friendly and helpful during my stay.

Cons:

I understand that I booked a cabana and not a fully enclosed room, but it would have been helpful if insect screens had been installed to reduce the number of small insects coming inside.

I also found the bathroom design unusual. Although it was private, it was not fully enclosed. When I stepped outside, I noticed that parts of the bathroom could be seen from above, which made me feel less comfortable and reduced the sense of privacy.

The number of insects was another issue. There were many small insects in the cabana, especially at night, which made it difficult to relax and sleep comfortably.

The property is beachfront, which initially seemed like a major advantage. However, I was informed by a staff member that swimming in front of the property is not recommended because the water is very deep and conditions can be unsafe. While this is not the fault of the property, it is something potential guests may want to be aware of, as the beachfront location may not offer the swimming experience some travelers expect.

Overall, the location is beautiful, but better insect protection, improved bathroom privacy and clearer information about the beach conditions would help set guest expectations.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Nadika solo_traveller lk
6
Cons:

All others OK. Breakfast was not adequate.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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ekanayaka family_with_children lk
8
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Manaw couple lk
5
Not recommend
Pros:

The cabana is beautiful inside.

Cons:

The towels smelled. A very unpleasant smell. When I informed the staff, they didn't pay much attention to it. They gave me a towel that was hanging to dry in another cabana. They also said there was no food, no wifi. We had to go back to town to get food. There was construction going on, so the noise and natural beauty were ruined. There was a lot of noise in the morning. It's very difficult to recommend. I don't like this place or the staff.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Laurent solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

The people were very nice and welcoming, smiling and warm. It is located right next to the beach, away from the city center, which can be very busy and crowded. The place has a real nice beach vibe.

Cons:

The waves are quite big!

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Matthias extended_group ch
5
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Nihal extended_group gb
7
Nice place for a relaxing stayover.
Pros:

Good Location and Value for Money

Cons:

Was very hot inside, it could have been designed in a way more wind flow through the cabana so it will be cooler.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee