The Spice Trail

The accommodation offers diverse breakfast options and delicious Sri Lankan cuisine. Its ideal location near the beach and vibrant surroundings are highlighted. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, spaciousness, and friendly staff.

Beautiful hotel and grounds with pool, excellently maintained by friendly helpful staff. The rooms are spacious with a private outdoor space. Thoughtful details such as free glass bottled water refilled each day, umbrellas, beach throws (as well as the pool towels provided). The breakfast options are imaginative and served on their own delicious home made bread. On the main road and so very close to other eating options and beach but the rooms and pool area are set well back and very tranquil. We stayed in the low season and so we often had the pool area to ourselves.

We decided to treat ourselves to a little luxury in Arugam Bay and the Spice Trail fitted the bill. We loved the swimming pool and the location which was handy to everything, including the surf break. The rooms themselves are huge and very clean. We really liked the small things like a broom in the room to sweep out any sand that found its way inside. The bed and pillows were very comfortable, with a very clean mosquito net. The bathroom is also huge with great shower pressure and plenty of storage. We found the little garden useful for drying clothes on the rack, but due to the heat we didn’t sit out there a lot. We had breakfast included in the price and enjoyed fresh fruit and juice every morning, along with a choice of Japanese inspired egg dishes. The coffee from Kaffe out front is amazing. Try their cakes too. Last but not least - the staff were amazing. Ready to help with anything and so friendly! We’d definitely stay here again if we return to Arugam Bay.