The Spice Trail Hotel - Arugam Bay

$$$$||View on mapArugam Bay, Sri Lanka69Th Mile Post, Main Road, Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka|
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The Spice Trail Hotel - Arugam Bay
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Overall Score
Perfect · 305 reviews
9.0Perfect
Comfort9.6
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Facilities9.2
Staff9.1
Who stays here
Couples58%
Families26%
Groups11%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect · 305 reviews
9.0Perfect
Comfort9.6
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Facilities9.2
Staff9.1
Who stays here
Couples58%
Families26%
Groups11%
Solo5%

Boutique hotel in Arugam Bay with South Asian street food-inspired dining and a Nordic coffeehouse

Accommodation

The Spice Trail offers Garden Suites with private gardens, king-sized beds, and large bathrooms with powerful showers. Each room includes a work desk, minibar, and air conditioning. The hotel also provides customizable villas for groups that require more space.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves Pan-Asian cuisine with a Japanese twist, including sushi and ramen. Kaffi, a Nordic coffeehouse at the front gate, offers specialty coffee and pastries. Breakfast at The Spice Trail Hotel Arugam Bay includes local specialities and Western dishes.

Wellness & Activities

The Spice Trail's spa offers facials, ice baths, and massages tailored for surfers. The large outdoor swimming pool has sun loungers and a shallow end for children. Guests can join exclusive surf lessons and BBQs, or enjoy evening entertainment with live music.

Location

Spice Trail is steps from Arugam Bay Beach and on the main strip with restaurants and shops. Guests have direct access to outdoor activities such as hiking, windsurfing, and lagoon safari at Pottuvils. Nearby attractions include Muhudu Maha Viharaya and Baby Point beach for surfing.

Family Stays

The Spice Trail has family rooms and customizable villas that accommodate larger groups. The hotel provides a shallow end in the pool for children and a private garden in each suite. Staff assist with arranging local tours and excursions for families.

  • Accommodation: Garden Suites with private gardens and king-sized beds
  • Dining: Pan-Asian restaurant + Kaffi Nordic coffeehouse
  • Wellness: Surfers' spa with ice baths and facials
  • Activities: Surf lessons, BBQs, live music
  • Location: Steps from Arugam Bay Beach and Baby Point
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible at a location nearby for free.
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 12.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:12
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Rooms and availability

Superior King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Spa & wellness centre

Laundry

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
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Essential information about The Spice Trail Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 7478 INR
📏 Distance to centre 900 m
✈️ Distance to airport 72.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Minneriya, MNH

Location

69Th Mile Post, Main Road, Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka
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69Th Mile Post, Main Road, Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka
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