Title: Backpackers Villa - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Backpackers Villa Hostel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Arugam Bay Beach ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/b92a6a7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower, hydromassage showerhead](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/b38c63b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/e7e51325.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/60c7c409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 Beds)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/073f7176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies This welcoming villa offers practical amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services, free in-room WiFi, and an on-site restaurant. Guests love the garden setting, convenient self parking, and 24-hour front desk staff who assist with tours and tickets. ## Popular amenities - Room service - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 2 - Nov. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 3 - Nov. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/8a591437.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (10 Beds) ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Ceiling fan 10 bedrooms Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom 4 bathrooms Hydromassage showerhead Daily housekeeping - 10 bedrooms - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/8a591437.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Ceiling fan Detached private bathroom Hydromassage showerhead Rainfall showerhead Daily housekeeping - 135 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/8a591437.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Ceiling fan Rainfall showerhead Hydromassage showerhead Daily housekeeping - 110 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArugam-Bay-Hotels-Backpackers-Villa.h37412955.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArugam-Bay-Hotels-Backpackers-Villa.h37412955.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.84386%2C81.83090&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hUpO7CDw20HKKQ43lMki1U33Yl4=) Main Street, Arugam Bay, EP, 32500 #### What's nearby - Arugam Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Pasarichenai Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km - Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Pottuvil Point - 8 min drive - 5.9 km - Kumana National Park - 41 min drive - 29.9 km #### Restaurants - ‪Choco Lush - ‬7 min walk - ‪Hideout Lounge - ‬10 min walk - ‪Perera Restaurant - ‬8 min walk - ‪Siam View - ‬8 min walk - ‪Pizza Hub - ‬11 min walk ## About this property ### Backpackers Villa Hostel near Arugam Bay Beach Take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a restaurant at Backpackers Villa. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and coffee/tea in the lobby - A 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Backpackers Villa feature comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Coffee and tea in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Lockers ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hydromassage showerhead - Shower ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service ### More - Ceiling fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Backpackers Villa Arugam Bay Backpackers Villa Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Backpackers Villa Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Arugam Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Backpackers Villa pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Backpackers Villa? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Backpackers Villa? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at Backpackers Villa? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Does Backpackers Villa provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle, one-way fee applies. ### Where is Backpackers Villa located? > Situated near the beach, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Arugam Bay Beach and Pasarichenai Beach. Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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