Title: Backpackers Villa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Backpackers Villa Hostel with free parking, a short walk to Arugam Bay Beach ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/b92a6a7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/60c7c409.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) ![Shower, hydromassage showerhead](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) | Free WiFi](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 [Oct 14 - Oct 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 15 - Oct 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&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 Single 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 Single 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 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArugam-Bay-Hotels-Backpackers-Villa.h37412955.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArugam-Bay-Hotels-Backpackers-Villa.h37412955.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Arugam Bay, Backpackers Villa is near the beach. Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple and Kudumbigala Sanctuary are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arugam Bay Beach and Kumana National Park. [Visit our Arugam Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arugam-Bay.dx6201378) [View more Hostels in Arugam Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arugam-Bay-Hostels.d6201378-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - 0.2 miles - Pasarichenai Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Pottuvil Point - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles - Kumana National Park - 41 min drive - 18.6 miles ### 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 round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecues and coffee/tea in reception - A 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms at Backpackers Villa offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service, as well as Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Furnished balconies or patios, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101970000/101966800/101966750/ccf0f9dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harmony Beach Hotel Arugam Bay - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Laundry £23 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=101966750&PinnedHotelID=101966750&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111790000/111787400/111787338/fd2bcb78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Costels Arugambay Arugam Bay - 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13 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=40904240&PinnedHotelID=40904240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return 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 ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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? > Checkout 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 mile (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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