Located 200 metres from Arugam Bay Beach, Feel the Waves offers a private beach area, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This beachfront property offers access to a patio. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the sea and garden. At the guest house, units have a desk. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free. At the guest house, all units include bed linen and towels. À la carte and continental breakfast options with pancakes, fruits and juice are available daily at the guest house. At Feel the Waves, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, brunch and cocktails and serves American cuisine. The guest house boasts a variety of wellness options, including a fitness room, a public bath and yoga classes. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at the accommodation. Feel the Waves features a children's playground and a picnic area. Pasarichenai Beach is 1.5 km from the guest house, while Muhudu Maha Viharaya is 3.3 km away. The nearest airport is Batticaloa International, 116 km from Feel the Waves, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Arugam Bay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Asian, American

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
2 single beds
and
2 bunk beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.

Property practices

This property has told us they 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
9.4
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Arugam Bay
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sara
    Australia Australia
    Feel the Waves definitely made us feel at home - a little piece of paradise. Amazing staff went above & beyond to make our stay truly memorable 🙂
  • Swetlana
    Germany Germany
    This place is located at the beach. The rooms are nice with enough space. It’s a nice garden in front of the rooms. The kitchen was under construction but the staff did their best to give us everything we need. The owner is unbelievable! He is so...
  • Christina
    Germany Germany
    The owner and the staff were the most friendliest people during our stay. The rooms were nice and big. The garden and the surrounding was maintained beautifully.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • FW Steak House
    • Cuisine
      American • Chinese • Indian • Local • Asian • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegan

Facilities of Feel the Waves
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Karaoke
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
    Additional charge
  • Allergy-free room
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Public Bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Feel the Waves takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00

Check-out

Until 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

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

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.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

FAQs about Feel the Waves

  • Room options at Feel the Waves include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Bed in Dormitory
    • Twin

  • Check-in at Feel the Waves is from 13:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Feel the Waves has 1 restaurant:

    • FW Steak House

  • Feel the Waves is 0.6 miles from the centre of Arugam Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Feel the Waves may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Feel the Waves offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Children's playground
    • Games room
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Karaoke
    • Windsurfing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Beach
    • Bike tours
    • Private beach area
    • Live music/performance
    • Bicycle rental
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Yoga classes
    • Public Bath
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Walking tours
    • Back massage
    • Cooking class
    • Neck massage
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Foot massage
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Couples massage
    • Happy hour
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full body massage
    • Entertainment staff
    • Fitness

  • Guests staying at Feel the Waves can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Italian
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Asian
    • American
    • À la carte

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Feel the Waves. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.