Title: Backpackers Villa - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=37412955&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Backpackers Villa Backpackers Villa offers a tropical retreat near Arugam Bay Beach where travelers can connect in the lobby or plan adventures while enjoying garden views ## Photo gallery for Backpackers Villa ![Exterior - Backpackers Villa (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/b92a6a7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Backpackers Villa (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/60c7c409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hydromassage showerhead - Backpackers Villa (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/b38c63b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 Beds) - Backpackers Villa (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/073f7176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Backpackers Villa (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/e7e51325.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. 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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 - ‪Perera Restaurant - ‬8 min walk - ‪Siam View - ‬8 min walk - ‪Hideout Lounge - ‬10 min walk - ‪Hakeem Restaurant - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### Backpackers Villa Property highlights 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), tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby - A 24-hour front desk and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Backpackers Villa feature comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as amenities like free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Furnished balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23310000/23301700/23301672/d8690784.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Safasurf Camp - Hostel Arugam Bay - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=23301672&PinnedHotelID=23301672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room, Patio, Garden View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117230000/117228300/117228251/c2e14647.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gypsea Arugambay Arugam Bay - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant CA $40 CA $48 total includes taxes & fees Dec 20 - Dec 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=117228251&PinnedHotelID=117228251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Double Room, Patio, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106830000/106828000/106828000/0cf2ab3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### salty surf camp Arugam Bay - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A restaurant - 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Backpackers Villa? ### What time is check-out at Backpackers Villa? ### Does Backpackers Villa provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Backpackers Villa located? ## Have a question? 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