Sign In / Sign Up

Hakuna Matata Arugambay

Guest house

Water Music Road

15 nights, 2 adults

USD$1,560

Includes taxes and charges

15 nights, 2 adults

USD$1,560

Includes taxes and charges

See Rooms & Prices
hotel
hotel

Why people book this hotel

Great location
9 mentions

Location excellent close to the beach , breaky was excellent and catered for gf …

Great location, hospitable host and new, spacious rooms

Friendly staff
8 mentions

Thank you Billy for hosting us

Amazing host, charming property, really nice modern rooms

Comfortable rooms
7 mentions

Lovely new rooms, close to beach, air con

Whatever the room lacks is compensated for by the kind and helpful owner who goe…

Breakfast available
6 mentions

The breakfast was simple but super tasty

Then back for a shower and great breakfast

Clean rooms
4 mentions

Our room was clean and staff were friendly and helpful organising transport and …

The place is beautiful, clean and perfectly located, but what truly makes it spe…

Overview

Situated 80 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Hakuna Matata Arugambay offers accommodation with a patio, as well as an open-air bath and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, pool at the pool table, and free WiFi. The guest house features garden views, an outdoor fireplace and a 24-hour front desk. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with a desk. All units are air conditioned and include a seating and/or dining area. All units have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. Guests at the guest house can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. There is a coffee shop, and a grocery delivery service and packed lunches are also available. Guests at Hakuna Matata Arugambay can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. For guests with children, the accommodation offers outdoor play equipment. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Hakuna Matata Arugambay, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Pasarichenai Beach is 1.9 km from the guest house, while Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 3.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Batticaloa International, 116 km from Hakuna Matata Arugambay, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

C

chiara

solo_traveller

June 7, 2026

10

Everything is just gorgeous! Thank you Billy for hosting us.

J

Jack

couple

June 5, 2026

10

We absolutely loved it here. So much fun and a very comfortable stay.

Amazing host, charming property, really nice modern rooms. The activities we did with Billie made the stay incredible and memorable!

P

Prakriti

couple

June 4, 2026

6

The foresty garden in outdoors was very calming.

J

Jade

solo_traveller

January 23, 2026

10

Billie went above and beyond for me. With it being off peak season he went out of his way to make my experience in aruga

Billie has made a great effort in making this place feel tranquil. He goes to collect wood to add to the garden. He’s put a lot of effort into making this place amazing.

H

haydn

extended_group

January 15, 2026

10

Relaxing spot to stay for a few days .

Very relaxed . Our room was clean and staff were friendly and helpful organising transport and game park tour. Location excellent close to the beach , breaky was excellent and catered for gf diet also.Very close to great places to eat . Fantastic coffee directly opposite.

D

Dereen

family_with_children

January 14, 2026

9

Great location, hospitable host and new, spacious rooms.

K

Kellie

extended_group

October 31, 2025

10

Billie was a legend and so accomodating

!

L

Leanne

solo_traveller

October 7, 2025

10

Lovely new rooms, close to beach, air con

S

Sofia

solo_traveller

September 18, 2025

10

Absolutely outstanding!!! 🤩

Absolutely outstanding! From the moment I arrived everything exceeded my expectations. The place is beautiful, clean and perfectly located, but what truly makes it special is the people. Billie is simply the best — so dedicated to making sure every guest has an unforgettable stay. From recommending hidden gems around Arugam Bay to organizing barbecues, safaris or anything I asked for, nothing was ever too much trouble. His kindness and warmth made me feel completely at home in just a few days. I’ve stayed in many places, but rarely have I experienced such genuine hospitality. Without a doubt I’d come back here again — highly recommended to anyone visiting Arugam Bay!

G

Gulyas

family_with_children

September 7, 2025

8

Basic room but a very nice owner who organized interesting activities (lagoon safari, BBQ)

Very nice owner who organized interesting activities (lagoon and scooter safari, BBQ) and helped with any questions we had. Whatever the room lacks is compensated for by the kind and helpful owner who goes the extra mile for his guests. Much appreciated Billie!

A

Alena

family_with_children

August 25, 2025

10

A really nice stay!

The location was perfect, few steps from the beach as well as from the restaurants and cafes. What we absolutely loved was Billy - the owner! He went above and beyond with the customer care - the trips he organized for us were the best out of our whole trip accross Sri Lanka. The breakfast was simple but super tasty. Every day something different.

S

Sarah

family_with_children

August 20, 2025

5

Over priced over rated and disappointing

The location next to the beach

M

Michael

family_with_children

August 17, 2025

10

Such a chilled place. You can be in the sea a minute after getting up and out. Then back for a shower and great breakfast. Billie is an amazing host. He took us and some other guests on a local safari where we saw a lot of crocs and loads of local birds. Super helpful. Top marks!

S

Steve

couple

August 12, 2025

2

Literally nothing. The breakfast was OK.

O

Olivia

couple

August 12, 2025

10

Great spot in Arugam Bay

Greeted by such friendly and happy staff! The room was very comfortable and clean! Walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Complimentary breakfast was very generous! Wonderful stay Thankyou 🙏🏼

M

Martina

couple

August 11, 2025

8

The accommodation is in an excellent location – close to all amenities, restaurants, and the beach, making it perfect for exploring Arugam Bay. The apartment welcomed us clean and tidy, and the garden within the property is a lovely little green oasis for relaxation. Breakfast was quite good, with the freshly squeezed juices being a particular highlight.

P

Pancras

family_with_children

July 26, 2025

9

Billy and his crew are amazing. Super laid-back, genuinely helpful, and full of good vibes. If you’re up for it, he’ll take you on some great adventures and loves to share his deep knowledge of Sri Lanka’s food, nature and culture. He’s one of those people who really make a place special.

L

Leanne

family_with_children

July 12, 2025

10

Relaxed & friendly

We stayed in Brand new rooms - simple & lovely - owner has designed so they look lovely, and comfortable beds. It was lovely & welcoming with air con & 20sec walk to the beach. Sitting on balcony was very peaceful

D

Danduch

solo_traveller

July 11, 2025

9

Billie is a great person! You should go to watch birds with him!

J

Jacqui

family_with_children

July 8, 2025

9

A very memorable stay with awesome staff and an experience my boys will talk about for years!

Billie who runs this place makes it special. The dinner around the fire pit and scooter safari he provided were fabulous experiences. The breakfasts were also great! Location is perfect right near the beach, shops and restaurants.

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Massage, Billiards, Hiking, Cycling, Beachfront, Evening entertainment, Open-air bath, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Yoga classes, Beach, Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Bike tours, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Bingo

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Bicycle parking, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Pets allowed, Air conditioning

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key access, CCTV outside property

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas

Services

Shuttle service, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Packed lunches, Car hire, Currency exchange, Ironing service, Tour desk, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries

Transport

Public transport tickets, Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Deluxe Double Room

The double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 18 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Superior Double Room

The double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 22 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Superior King Room

The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 22 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Triple Room

The triple room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 3 guests 28 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 13:00 to 23:59
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 11:30
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printManaged by a private host
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 12:27 PM

Price Watch

Email me price updates for Hotel Hakuna Matata Arugambay

Each day we'll check prices and send you an email for your selected dates at Hakuna Matata Arugambay.

If you don't have specific dates but would like to check prices for say next weekend or say next month we can check the price too.

Enter your name
Enter your email

Write Review

Share your experience with other travellers.
Hotel Ratings (Click to select a rating)
Service
Rooms
Location
Loading...
Hakuna Matata Arugambay - 3 Star Hotel in Arugam Bay