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The Folly Arugambay

Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

The Folly Arugambay is a beachfront guesthouse situated directly on Arugam Bay Beach, offering a mix of accommodation types including luxury cabanas, open-air "folly" huts, and air-conditioned rooms. The property features a restaurant, bar, 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi, a private beach zone with sun beds and hammocks, and a communal dining area. It is unrated but well-reviewed, ranking among the top B&Bs in Arugam Bay on TripAdvisor, and is popular with surfers and backpackers.

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4.7 of 5 bubbles on TripAdvisor
4.7 / 5 · 336 traveller reviews on TripAdvisor
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A home away from home

We had a perfect stay at The Folly Arugam Bay, thanks to the owner, whom everyone calls “Mr. Local.” His kindness, warm hospitality, and valuable advice made our stay truly unforgettable. The location is perfect, the place is pea…

Z1467TNsarahm · Jul 2026 · via TripAdvisor

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