Title: Drift Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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) # 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) ![Exterior - Drift (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34550000/34548100/34548092/9a978517.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Balcony - Drift (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34550000/34548100/34548092/ede60b14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi - Drift (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34550000/34548100/34548092/7e7a98e4.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) - 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 Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Room service ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 2 - Feb 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 3 - Feb 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=34548092&PinnedHotelID=34548092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](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. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArugam-Bay-Hotels-Drift.h34548092.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArugam-Bay-Hotels-Drift.h34548092.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Arugam Bay, Drift is near the beach. Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple and Kudumbigala Sanctuary are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kumana National Park and Pasarichenai Beach. [Visit our Arugam Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arugam-Bay.dx6201378) [View more Guest houses in Arugam Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arugam-Bay-Guest-Houses.d6201378-aaGuestHouses.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%7C6.83757%2C81.83416&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rPGOr6zBVvoqA_4yZ4j3yrb0cto=) Sinhapura Road Sinnaulla, Pottuvil, Arugam Bay, EP, 32500 ### What's nearby - ![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 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![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 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 \- 17.9 miles - Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple 6 min drive \- 3.0 miles - Pottuvil Point 10 min drive \- 4.4 miles ### Restaurants - Perera Restaurant 7 min walk - Choco Lush 15 min walk - Mambo's 3 min walk - Siam View 7 min walk - Hideout Lounge 7 min walk ## About this property ### Drift Property highlights You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a free daily manager's reception and a garden at Drift. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - A lift and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Drift boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas. 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Free offsite parking - Onsite motorcycle parking only - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - Free daily manager's reception ### Family friendly - In-room washing machine/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 - Lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillow menu ### Bathroom - Bidet - Dressing gowns - 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. ### Payment types at the property ## 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 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 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. ### 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 at Drift? ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### alberto 4 Sept 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 > [Camellia Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hatton-Hotels-Camellia-Hills.h48393070.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Kandy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandy-Hotels-OZO-Kandy-Sri-Lanka.h10442617.Hotel-Information) > > [Jie Jie Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panadura-Hotels-Jie-Jie-Beach-By-Jetwing.h15440520.Hotel-Information) > > [Sooriya Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rekawa-Hotels-Sooriya-Resort-Spa.h19652001.Hotel-Information) > > [Amanda Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Valachchenai-Hotels-Amanda-Beach-Resort.h38257273.Hotel-Information) > > [The Villas Wadduwa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wadduwa-Hotels-The-Villas-Wadduwa.h21399796.Hotel-Information) > > [Kethaka Aga](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thissamaharama-Hotels-Kethaka-Aga.h22876073.Hotel-Information) > > [Mountain Heaven](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ella-Hotels-Mountain-Heaven.h11741687.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue Waters Arugambay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arugam-Bay-Hotels-Blue-Waters-Arugambay.h35192856.Hotel-Information) > > [Woodnest- Summerside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Negombo-Hotels-Summer-Side-Residence.h12498541.Hotel-Information) > > [Gabaa Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Habarana-Hotels-Gabaa-Resort-Spa.h95293327.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Resort Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Amari-Galle.h16267123.Hotel-Information) > > [Xavier's Cottage](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-The-Cottage-By-Jetwing.h12483826.Hotel-Information) > > [Roo Mansala Boutique Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sigiriya-Hotels-Roo-Mansala-Boutique-Villas.h23204786.Hotel-Information) > > [Leopard Safaris Yala ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kataragama-Hotels-Leopard-Safaris-By-KK-Collection.h50636592.Hotel-Information) > > [Uppuveli Beach by DSK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trincomalee-Hotels-Uppuveli-Beach-By-DSK.h107128771.Hotel-Information) > > [The Nature Park Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dambulla-Hotels-The-Nature-Park-Villa.h41826990.Hotel-Information) > > [North Gate Jaffna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaffna-Hotels-North-Gate-By-Jetwing.h22276412.Hotel-Information) > > [Neem Tree House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirinda-Hotels-Neem-Tree-House.h24402503.Hotel-Information) > > [Talalla Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Talalla-Hotels-Talalla-Retreat.h7088443.Hotel-Information) > > [Uga Bay - Pasikuda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Uga-Bay-By-Uga-Escapes.h7760824.Hotel-Information) > > [Ayurvie Weligama - Ayurvedic Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-Ayurvie-Retreat-Weligama.h35173513.Hotel-Information) > > [Cardamon Hotel Nilaveli](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nilaveli-Hotels-Cardamon-Hotel-Nilaveli.h35151335.Hotel-Information) > > [Anukama Resort ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nilaveli-Hotels-Anukama-Resort.h103492324.Hotel-Information) > > [Oceanfront Nilaveli by ICC](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nilaveli-Hotels-Ocean-Front-Condos.h35766159.Hotel-Information) > > [Oreeka - Katunayake Airport Transit Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Negombo-Hotels-Oreeka-Hotel-Complimentary-Airport-Transfer.h14687310.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunrise Pasikuda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Sunrise-By-Jetwing.h14814270.Hotel-Information) > > [Maalu Maalu Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Maalu-Maalu-Resort-Spa.h6504916.Hotel-Information) > > [Dream Cliff Mountain Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hildummulla-Hotels-Dream-Cliff-Mountain-Resort.h42548366.Hotel-Information) ---