The Tsunami Hotel opened 1999 in the heart of Arugam Bay, a beautiful beach in Eastern Sri Lanka, which has some of the World's best surfing - but you needn't be a hardcore surfer to fall in love with Arugam - probably the hottest new destination in Asia !

Yala National Park is just to the South, with exotic wildlife and wildlife tours available daily; of course A-Bay is famous for adrenaline water sports - a clean, glassy faced 300m rideable right hand point break, often stated as #6 woldwide in surfing circles; wind and kite surfing; pristine local ecology unrivaled in Sri Lanka; a fresh catch of seafood - 4 kinds of lobster, barracuda, huge shrimp/tiger prawn, shark, monster tuna; fine weather, beautiful views, clean air, stunning sunrises, a vibrant local culture and local people refreshingly different from the rest of the country; healthy pursuits like yoga, meditation, good vibes, healthy lifestyles; magnificent unspoiled beaches and walks where you'll experience nature's elements and feel alive....

The last ten years has seen us move from a derelict hotel, to a place of beauty, to a pile of rubble, and through tremendous struggle to a place of beauty again. You can read about Arugam Bay and the Tsunami Hotel at our pre-tsunami site, including our guestbook, and at our post-tsunami site. GoogleEarth link is here.

For bookings/current information/transportation, call Naleen on (+94) 07766 42991, or 063 492 3373

- Extracts from our Guestbook -

“I’ve spent four months in Sri Lanka, and it has taken me until my last week to find Arugam Bay - Very sad, as this is one of Sri Lanka’s best beaches with lots of character. Will definitely be first on my list of places to get back to. Tsunami is FAB!” - Rosy, Scotland

“I came to Arugam Bay with high expectations, however those expectations were easily exceeded !!! I’ve always thought Kovalam Beach in India was my #1 beach in the world, however I think Arugam Bay gives it a good run! Sensational room by the beach, well priced, great food, friendly locals, awesome waves (well, for the professional surfers anyway – but I did stand up a couple of times!!). Lovin’ Life!” David.

“Tsunami is one of the best places I’ve stayed at. Naleen and the boys are excellent and will make you feel very welcome + basically it is one of the most relaxing and fun places to stay at in Arugam Bay. Great times, good people, great beach, good surf – I’ll be back” - Craig, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

“The Wave in Arugam Bay is pretty much world class, and I’d love to surf it on its day!  I'm just completely stoked to have been to Arugam Bay, and the waves really turned on for us.” – British Pofessional Surf Tour Championships (held in Arugam Bay '04 '05 '09), winner, Spencer Hargraves, Cornwall.

“Best time of my month in Sri Lanka, and possibly my life, was spent here at Tsunami. Great nights with the local band and local people. The manager, Naleen, is a good bloke and friend now, which you cannot say about most hoteliers anywhere. It’s nice when a place depends on the atmosphere that the manager and staff create rather than superficial aspects like shiny floors and poncy bulls**t. I have traveled around the world and seen a lot of places, and I can tell you that this is one of the best. Great beach, beautiful vistas… Cheers Guys – I’ll be back.” – Greg, UK