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About this property
Prime Location: Dreamy Hostel Arugambay in Arugam Bay offers a convenient location, just a 2-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach. Nearby attractions include Muhudu Maha Viharaya (2.3 mi) and Crocodile Rock (3 mi). Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a private beach area, lush garden, terrace, open-air bath, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a waterpark, games room, and outdoor seating. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, air-conditioning, balconies, and garden or city views. Free toiletries, slippers, and a work desk enhance the stay. Dining Experience: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves Indian, American, pizza, seafood, and international cuisines. Breakfast includes full English/Irish, vegetarian, halal, and Asian options. Activities and Services: Guests can enjoy fishing, yoga classes, and cycling. The hostel offers a tour desk, bike and car hire, and free parking. Highly rated for its convenient location, attentive staff, and room cleanliness.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- M
Sri Lanka
“The hosts were great and specifically Nifras who takes care of the place was very helpful and professional and made sure everything was taken care of. Other members of property including Lala and Rizmi were also very friendly. Would visit again.” - Sergio
Colombia
“The hostel is small but cozy, has many facilities and is located in a good place because it is very quiet at night.” - Jack
United Kingdom
“Really nice hostel, chilled atmosphere and great communal areas to meet other guest. Best value for money in the areaa” - M
Sri Lanka
“"Lovely family run property. Very helpful and friendly. We stayed in the sharing room . ViewS of the garden . Great porch with a day bed - perfect for reading a book. Slept with the door open facing a nice view of garden . Sheets clean and fresh...” - Alvar
Spain
“Very nice people, well located and beds are comfortable” - Sen
Germany
“I stayed at dreamy Hostel Arugambay for a couple of weeks whilst in Arugam Bay and I loved it! The staff are super friendly and went out of their way to help, the hostel was always clean and tidy, beds were comfy towels soft and Imade some...” - Evan
United States
“Had a great stay at Dreamy Hostel, great location and quiet from the main road. Rizmi and the staff are great with helping out with anything you need. They organized tuk tuk and surfboard rentals also. Highly recommend” - Mohommed
Qatar
“We had an awesome stay at dreamy hostel in arugambay.The service was great and the room was very clean and comfortable .the owner is very very helpful and tried to help us evry single time and they got a coffee shop as well .we would definitely...” - Alex
New Zealand
“Bro, this place was epic. The staff were lovely and very accommodating. The building itself was gorgeous and provided both shade and some nice spots to lounge in the sun. They were also very chill with me sticking around on checkout day which was...” - Juliane
Germany
“The private room was spacious and clean and the stuff is super friendly and help you with everything. It didn’t have an ac, but the fan is quite strong”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAmerican • Indian • Pizza • Seafood • German • Local • Asian • International • European
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan
House rules
Child policies
Children over 7 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.





The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Dreamy Hostel Arugambay 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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.