Title: Backpackers Villa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/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 ![Shower, hydromassage showerhead - Backpackers Villa (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/2263c978.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Backpackers Villa (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/770986d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi - Backpackers Villa (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/84aef3f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Backpackers Villa (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37420000/37413000/37412955/f4693ff1.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. Guests love the garden setting, convenient self parking, and 24-hour front desk staff who assist with tours and tickets. ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Laundry room - Room service - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 28 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 1 - Mar 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (10 Beds) ![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 10 bedrooms Ceiling fan 4 bathrooms Hydromassage showerhead Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 10 bedrooms - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![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 Rainfall showerhead Hydromassage showerhead Daily housekeeping - Garden view - 135 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Traditional Double Room ![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 Hydromassage showerhead Rainfall showerhead Daily housekeeping - Garden view - 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 - ![A flock of surfers winding for sun down ... The best view is from the rocky areas to sit by , relax and watch them surf #skygram #beaches #lifeatexpedia #lovetravel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121086/0876f10a-e160-4a46-aaab-1f1d246ecb9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Arugam Bay Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Just before i jumped into the water to surf i took a couple of pictures of the sunrise. arugam bay is a perfect location to combine both, surfing and photography! #BVSblue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121086/b9fccd15-5bcc-4c5d-a16d-d510e4f99857.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pasarichenai Beach 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Kumana national park is a great place to see elephants and take close ups of them. Due to its wealth in variety of birds it is also called as Kumana Birds Sanctuary. This was the greatest day of our road trip. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914981/07198a4c-4994-4c4e-97ae-e39c7924147d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kumana National Park 41 min drive \- 18.6 miles - Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple 5 min drive \- 2.3 miles - Pottuvil Point 8 min drive \- 3.7 miles ### Restaurants - Hideout Lounge 10 min walk - Ali Restaurent 4 min walk - Mister Fisherman & Friends 4 min walk - Pizza Hub Arugmbay 11 min walk - Siam View 8 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), a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information - Barbecues and coffee/tea in reception 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 ![Accessible parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105890000/105888700/105888668/40964b63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cactus Arugambay Arugam Bay - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Bar 10 Exceptional 1 review £20 includes taxes & fees 6 Mar - 7 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=105888668&PinnedHotelID=105888668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45786500/45786442/abe6c7e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel Arugam Bay - 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Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 2.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=106828000&PinnedHotelID=106828000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51690000/51687000/51686945/7f495698.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Star Hotel Arugambay Arugam Bay - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=51686945&PinnedHotelID=51686945&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102470000/102461900/102461819/589b0c66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shell Resort Arugambay Arugam Bay - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=102461819&PinnedHotelID=102461819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23310000/23301700/23301672/122c4b60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Safasurf Camp - Hostel Arugam Bay - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=23301672&PinnedHotelID=23301672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Classic Double Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111790000/111787400/111787338/b8dffc92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Costels Arugambay Arugam Bay - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available £27 includes taxes & fees 6 Mar - 7 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=111787338&PinnedHotelID=111787338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107430000/107427300/107427254/d8e8fdfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Waves Kumana Safari & Surf Resort Panama - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available £28 includes taxes & fees 3 Mar - 4 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=107427254&PinnedHotelID=107427254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=37412955&PinnedHotelID=37412955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=37412955,105888668,45786442,32568889,18817621) ## 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 - Limited on-site self parking ### 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. 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? ### How much is parking at Backpackers Villa? ### 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? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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