“An Arugam Bay icon, Hideaway is the place to stay for keen surfers, yogis, couples and families. Seven stylish bedrooms and nine tile-roofed bungalows sit in leafy grounds, across the road from the bay's golden beach. Sip cocktails, or unwind at the pool & yoga shala. A brilliant east coast escape.”
“An Arugam Bay icon, Hideaway is the place to stay for keen surfers, yogis, couples and families. Seven stylish bedrooms and nine tile-roofed bungalows sit in leafy grounds, across the road from the bay's golden beach. Sip cocktails, or unwind at the pool & yoga shala. A brilliant east coast escape.”
Hotel Review
Light, airy spaces have polished concrete floors and built-in beds topped with colourful block printed quilts. Antique desks are ideal for afternoons postcard scribbling, whilst classic wooden wardrobes provide convenient storage and traditional artwork adorns whitewashed walls. You'll find simple, spacious bathrooms with open-roofed showers — lovely when you can see stars between the palm leaves at night — and private terraces with swing benches or low-slung planters chairs.
Thread your way through the verdant gardens for yoga classes in the breezy shala, or refreshing pool dips and Ayurvedic massages. Tranquil and secluded, this part of the property offers a happy contrast to Hideaway Chill and Hideaway Blue, roadside hotspots where the arrack punch and espresso martinis flow to the sound of reggae and soul in the evenings. The perfect place for a post-surf party, Hideaway packs out after sunset.
Other highlights are the friendly team, the lovingly curated shop -—stocking clothing and homeware from India — and the fresh, seasonal fare. We adored the scrambled eggs with pol roti and big smoothies, and our early evening sharing plates of hummous, grilled pumpkin and freshly caught tuna. Warm, welcoming and characterful, this is a wonderful base for nature lovers, social butterflies and relaxed holidaymakers of all ages to soak up A-Bay's famously laid-back vibe. It's easy to see why guests return year after year!
Written by Saskia Walker
Recommended For
- Yoga
- The open-sided shala is a wonderfully restful space for daily airo, yin and vinyasa classes, as well as transformative retreats
- Surfing
- Expect some of the island's best surf from May to September at Whiskey Point, Peanut Farm, Pottuvil Point and other top breaks
- Active Holiday
- A wonderful choice for a surf and yoga break, with daily classes and world-class breaks for guests of all ages to enjoy
- Hideaway
- A beautiful, restful retreat — choose a bungalow tucked further from the restaurant for a tranquil, romantic escape
- Birdwatching
- Spot some of the 225 birds recorded at Kumana National Park, a bird sanctuary 45 minutes' drive away
- Sights nearby
- The ancient rock monastery of Kudumbigala and Muhudu Maha Viharaya are sites of key cultural significance
- Great walks
- Stroll along miles of picturesque empty beaches; speak to the Hideaway team about their favourite spots
- Wildlife Area
- Safaris in the Kumana Nationa Park yield sightings of elephants, wild boar, sloth bears and leopards
- Mountain biking
- Trekking
- Hotel Entertainment
- Local markets
- Fishing
- Cycling
- Watersports
- Safari
- Kayaking
- Diving
- Close to nightlife
- Less £
- Rooms without air-conditioning are particularly affordable; bungalows and family suites are priced higher
- Wellbeing
- There's a strong holistic focus, including ayurvedic treatments, massages and yoga classes
- Minimum Stay
- A minimum 3-night booking is mandatory during peak season from May to the end of September
- Secluded setting
- Sri Lanka's remote east coast is 5+ hours from Colombo and the country's main airport
- Restaurant
- Fresh, seaonal fare is served at the restaurant and café throughout the day
- Beach nearby
- Across the road from Arugam Bay beach, within walking distance of surf spots
- Family Suites
- With a double bed and bunk beds, these suites can sleep up to four guests
- Owner managed
- Brother and sister team, Jan and Sharon Tissera own and manage the resort
- Landmark
- An Arugam Bay icon, originally built in 1979 and still family owned
- Village
- In Arugam Bay, on the outskirts of Pottuvil
- On an island
- On Sri Lanka's rural east coast
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Lively
- Organic food
- Barefoot Luxury
- Sit-out Terrace
- Full of character
- Lively area
- Boutique
- Chic
- Antiques
- Quirky
- Child friendly
- Retro/Vintage
- Traditional
- Charming
- Intimate
- Romantic
- Remote
- Gourmet
- Eco
Facilities
- Bar
- Hideaway Chill is a lively evening spot with reggae, jazz and funk tunes and island-inspired cocktails
- Shops
- Onsite shop Hideaway Savvy stocks block-printed clothing and homeware from India and Sri Lanka
- Minimum Stay
- A minimum 3-night booking is mandatory during peak season from May to the end of September
- Restaurant
- Fresh, seaonal fare is served at the restaurant and café throughout the day
- Family Suites
- With a double bed and bunk beds, these suites can sleep up to four guests
- Air conditioning
- In bungalows and some bedrooms
- Meeting Room
- Yoga shala and events space
- Airport transfer
- Addtional cost
- Sit-out Terrace
- Cots available
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Parking
- Garden
- Laundry
- No pets
- Walking distance restaurants
- Sitting Room
- Bicycle hire
- Communal Dining
- Wifi
- Swimming Pool
- Massage
- Child friendly
- Library
- Outdoor dining
- Suites
Activities
- Yoga
- The open-sided shala is a wonderfully restful space for daily airo, yin and vinyasa classes, as well as transformative retreats
- Surfing
- Expect some of the island's best surf from May to September at Whiskey Point, Peanut Farm, Pottuvil Point and other top breaks
- Birdwatching
- Spot some of the 225 birds recorded at Kumana National Park, a bird sanctuary 45 minutes' drive away
- Sights nearby
- The ancient rock monastery of Kudumbigala and Muhudu Maha Viharaya are sites of key cultural significance
- Great walks
- Stroll along miles of picturesque empty beaches; speak to the Hideaway team about their favourite spots
- Wildlife Area
- Safaris in the Kumana Nationa Park yield sightings of elephants, wild boar, sloth bears and leopards
- Diving
- Watersports
- Hotel Entertainment
- Close to nightlife
- Safari
- Mountain biking
- Kayaking
- Cycling
- Trekking
- Local markets
- Fishing
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