Located in Arugam Bay, a 2-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach, The Bay provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a bar, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property has room service, an ATM and currency exchange for guests. All guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar, an electric tea pot, a bidet, a hairdryer and a closet. At the hotel every room has bed linen and towels. At The Bay you'll find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and Indian cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. The accommodation has a sun terrace. Pasarichenai Beach is a 16-minute walk from The Bay, while Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 2.2 miles away. The nearest airport is Batticaloa International Airport, 72 miles from the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Arugam Bay, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.1
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.7
Value for money
7.7
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
6.1
Low score for Arugam Bay
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Cafe del mare
    • Cuisine
      American • Chinese • Indian • Italian • Middle Eastern • Seafood • Thai • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Amenities of The Bay

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Karaoke
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Strollers
  • Baby safety gates
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Convenience store on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Shallow end
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Bay takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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FAQs about The Bay

  • The nearest beach is 0.7 miles from The Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Bay is 3,100 feet from the center of Arugam Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Bay is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Bay offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Karaoke
    • Windsurfing
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Cooking class
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming pool
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Bicycle rental
    • Happy hour
    • Beach
    • Walking tours
    • Private beach area
    • Themed dinners
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Check-in at The Bay is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The prices at The Bay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at The Bay include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Family

  • The Bay has 1 restaurant:

    • Cafe del mare

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.