Title: Drift - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Drift Travelers enjoy local flavors at the complimentary breakfast and connect with others during the manager's reception at this peaceful spot near the beach ## Photo gallery for Drift ![Property grounds - Drift (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34550000/34548100/34548092/656c7aaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room - Drift (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34550000/34548100/34548092/d74c9b1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Drift (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34550000/34548100/34548092/8fe0f561.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Drift (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34550000/34548100/34548092/02daaafe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily local cuisine breakfast - Drift (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34550000/34548100/34548092/3cb878f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Drift sits close to Arugam Bay Beach, offering a quiet retreat from everyday life. Guests start their day with free breakfast featuring local cuisine, then gather at the daily manager's reception. The property includes a garden for relaxation and WiFi for staying connected. ## Reviews 2.0 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry - Room service ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 2 - Jan. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 3 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34550000/34548100/34548092/d74c9b1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Washer/dryer Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Portable fan - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - An elevator and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Drift include comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and bidets - Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and coffee/tea makers ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41370000/41367200/41367151/ba1c9f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Surf & Relax Inn Arugambay Arugam Bay - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=41367151&PinnedHotelID=41367151&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82800000/82792900/82792826/aa571304.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Deluxe Private room Arugambay Arugam Bay - Pool - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning CA $185 CA $214 total includes taxes & fees Jan 3 - Jan 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=82792826&PinnedHotelID=82792826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Safari](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103090000/103086900/103086820/4082f24a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mermaid Home Stay Arugam Bay - 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Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - Free daily manager's reception ### Family friendly - In-room washer/dryer - Laundry facilities - Living room - Separate in-room dining area - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillow menu ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Bidet - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Separate dining area ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Living room - Portable fan - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms - Washer/dryer ## Policies ### Check-in Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a 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 accepts credit cards ### Property is also known as Drift Guesthouse Arugam Bay Drift Arugam Bay Guesthouse Drift Arugam Bay Arugam Bay Drift Guesthouse Drift Guesthouse Guesthouse Drift Drift Guesthouse Drift Arugam Bay Drift Guesthouse Arugam Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Drift pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Drift? ### What time is check-out at Drift? ### Where is Drift located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Drift Reviews 2.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### alberto Sep 4, 2023 Sono arrivato e la struttura mi ha detto che non esisteva nessuna prenotazione ##### alberto Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels with a Pool in Edmonton](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels-Hotel-With-Pool.0-0-d180002-tHotelwithPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Fox Jaffna by Fox Resorts – Boutique Heritage Luxury](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaffna-Hotels-FOX-JAFFNA-By-Fox-Resorts.h17399149.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Field](https://www.expedia.ca/Field-Hotels.d181034.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [98 Acres Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ella-Hotels-98-Acres-Resort-Spa.h15504051.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Cape Breton Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Breton-Island-Hotels.d6058253.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Shangri-La Hambantota](https://www.expedia.ca/Hambantota-Hotels-Shangri-La-Hambantota.h15083331.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Ahungalla-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Sri-Lanka-All-Inclusive.h14754284.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h19413442.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Resort.h1487820.Hotel-Information) > > [Golf Hotels in Mont-Tremblant](https://www.expedia.ca/Mont-Tremblant-Hotels-Golf-Hotel.0-0-d55374-tGolfHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [MarriottHotelsResorts Hotels in Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Marriott-Hotels-Resorts.0-0-d178288--bMarriottHotelsResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Barceló Maya Beach - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Xpu-Ha-Hotels-Barcelo-Maya-Beach-All-Inclusive.h804595.Hotel-Information) > > [Embassy Suites Montréal by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Embassy-Suites-Montreal-By-Hilton.h1717483.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Belgrade (BEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/beg/toronto-to-belgrade) > > [Flights from Rome (FCO) to Zürich (ZRH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fco/zrh/rome-to-zurich) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mnl/toronto-to-manila) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Buenos Aires (EZE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/eze/calgary-to-buenos-aires) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Tocumen (PTY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/pty/montreal-to-panama-city) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Terrace (YXT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yxt/edmonton-to-terrace) > > [Flights from Rome (FCO) to Olbia (OLB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fco/olb/rome-to-olbia) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yvr/calgary-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yeg/toronto-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Karachi (KHI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/khi/toronto-to-karachi) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Phnom Penh (PNH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/pnh/ottawa-to-phnom-penh) ### Packages > [Barbados Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Barbados.d16.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### General