Drift

–Excellent location - show map
+45 photos
Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional
  • Houses
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Drift offers a villa in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka. The property features a beautiful garden and free WiFi, ensuring a relaxing and connected stay. Comfortable Amenities: Guests can enjoy air-conditioning, a kitchenette, balcony, private bathroom, kitchen, shower, sofa, patio, garden views, outdoor furniture, ground-floor unit, walk-in shower, seating area, and a private entrance. Prime Location: Arugam Bay Beach is a 2-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Crocodile Rock (4 km), Muhudu Maha Viharaya (4 km), Lagoon Safari - Pottuvils (6 km), Elephant Rock (7 km), Magul Maha Viharaya (18 km), Kumana National Park (28 km), and surfing opportunities in the surroundings.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Arugam Bay, this property has an excellent location score of 10.0

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Hans
Netherlands Netherlands
“Best location in quiet part of town. Kannan is just the perfect host, extremely helpful and fantastic surf instructor. He is a 10! Comfortable room.”
Lisette
Netherlands Netherlands
“Highly recommend to stay at Drift when visiting Arugam Bay! The location is perfect and close to the surfing spots, the room is clean and has everything you need. Kannan made our stay amazing, by taking us on a unique Tuktuk safari and providing...”
Jesse
Australia Australia
“Excellent location! Kannan the host is fantastic and goes out of his way to take care of his guests. Kannan is also an excellent surf teacher and guide, taking us to the main surf spots and also has all the gear or great suggestions for hire....”
Nicolas
Australia Australia
“Great location - close to the action but far enough away that you feel relaxed and serene tucked away! So leafy, green and clean!”
Apolline
France France
“We had an amazing stay in Arugam Bay thanks to Kannan! He is a fantastic host, always available and incredibly kind. On top of that, he’s an excellent surf teacher – we’re going back to France with his unforgettable words in mind: “paddle...”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really nice sized rooms, great AC, clean, etc all the usual good things and really close to the beach. Kannan is great, easy to talk to, and helpful with whatever you need. I'd recommend his safari tuktuk tour for something different than the...”
Tess
Australia Australia
“It is in a great location, walking distance to the main point and restaurants and cafes. Kannan is a great host - very helpful and hospitable.”
Hugh
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Drift is a small and very charming place. My room was really comfortable, spacious and cool(vital in August in Sri Lanka) Kannan is a brilliant host, super friendly and helpful. We just got back from a 5.30 am surf trip to Elephant Point in his...”
Jessica
Netherlands Netherlands
“Amazing location away from the busy streets but still very close to the main beach and road. Spacious room with good AC that you will need for the hot climate in Arugam Bay. The owner, Kannan, really makes the stay complete. We took surfing...”
Sandra
Ireland Ireland
“Location was perfect. Very nice restaurants at this end of the bay … Emily’s, Shady Lane, meori etc. come out of the property turn right brings to the beach. Turn left takes you to the street with shop for water etc and also lots of restaurants...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

10
Host review score
At Drift, we provide guests with surfing lessons and can arrange for safari to Kumana National Park.
Languages spoken: English,Tamil

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House rules

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Check-in
From 12:30
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Check-out
Until 11:30
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.