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About this property
Located in the heart of Arugam, Bay Vista offers modern and comfortable accommodation within a 15-minute walk to the famous Arugam Bay surfing area. It operates a 24-hour front desk and provides free Wi-Fi access in its public areas. Featuring a private balcony, air-conditioned rooms come with tiled flooring, a fan, clothes rack and freshly-laundered bedding. The en suite bathroom includes shower facility. At Bay Vista, guests can approach the friendly staff for assistance with babysitting service and sightseeing arrangements. Free parking is provided for guests who drive. Serving delectable Sri Lankan and Western cuisine, guests may chill out and enjoy their meals at the restaurant, accompanied with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean. Room service is possible. Bay Vista is about a 2-hour drive to Yala National Park. Colombo city is approximately 8 hours’ drive away, while Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is accessible within 110 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Beachfront
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Free cot available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Josie
Australia“I had a wonderful stay at Bayvista, often called the best hotel in Arugam Bay — and it truly lives up to the name. The rooms are spotless, the staff are super friendly, and the beachfront is absolutely beautiful. The rooftop is gorgeous and I’m...” - Prof
Germany“Bay Vista is the place to stay at Arugam Bay. Lovely family run place, tastefully designed and directly at the beach. People are overwhelmingly charming, warm & witty over here and it’s a dream to dine here & enjoy the Yoga on the rooftop - and...” - Kathelijn
Netherlands“Superb location!!! Also loved the yoga facilities and the good breakfast.” 
Carmen
Spain“Everything. Great location. Spacious and comfortable room with good AC and beach view. The food was really good on terrace and nice breakfast at the rooftop. You’re literally in the beach (comfortable sunbeds too. And friendly staff”- Jorge Spain“We loved our stay at this hotel. The views from the balcony are absolutely stunning, and being right on the beachfront makes it even more special. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, always ready to help with a smile. They also offer...”
- Davine Netherlands“Lovely hotel with amazing garden right at the beach. The staff is super super friendly and helpful, the breakfast is great and very diverse, the rooms are clean and have a great AC. They are very helpful in arranging tours and giving...”
- Lorenzo
Italy“- Staff Is very kind and helpful - Room is always clean - Location is perfect” - Melanie
Israel“The staff were amazing! They were really nice and applied to all of our requests. The hotel is in a great location, with yoga classes (for extra charge) and the room was big and comfortable. We had a great stay. The air conditioning is great and...” - Eline
Belgium“Very friendly staff, spacious room with a nice view of the beach” - Julie
Sweden“The big light room, many places in the hotel to chill with access to nice rooftop with yoga mats we can use, the direct access to the beach with sunbeds and a shower, nice breakfast, filtered water.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineChinese • Greek • Italian • Pizza • Seafood • Thai • Local • Asian • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Pleas note that the Yoga studio and rooftop healthy cafe are closed for the off season and will re-open on 1st April 2020.
Please inform Bay Vista in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
