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Luxury Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

1. Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve

2.1 km from Elephant Rock

cameron

NZ$452

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

2. Blue Waters Arugambay

1.8 km from Elephant Rock

Gilberto

NZ$158

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

3. Paper Moon Kudils

1.3 km from Elephant Rock

Pauline

NZ$137

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

4. The Coconut

0.7 km from Elephant Rock

"Booked this hotel through Expedia prior to my trip, when I landed in Colombo I received a text message from a French (+33) number saying that my booking at The Coconut would be cancelled, and that the prices I had booked were no longer valid! My only choices were to cancel the booking or pay the "new prices" which were 3x higher! I ended up saying I didn't want the booking and found other accommodations. I actually went to the hotel during my trip where the front desk person was frustrated...

NZ$29

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

5. De Perla Resort

1.1 km from Elephant Rock

NZ$39

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

6. Aprota Villas

2.2 km from Elephant Rock

NZ$355

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

7. Jetwing Kottukal Beach House

1.8 km from Elephant Rock

Andrew

NZ$426

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

8. Paddyway Resort

6.2 km from Elephant Rock

Stephen

NZ$246

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

9. Arugambay PodBay

6.1 km from Elephant Rock

Warren

NZ$93

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

10. Arugambay Roccos

6.3 km from Elephant Rock

Luke

NZ$158

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

11. Wild Waves Kumana Safari & Surf Resort

17.3 km from Elephant Rock

NZ$91

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

12. Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge

15.4 km from Elephant Rock

Philippe

NZ$160

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

13. Oruwa Boutique Villas

6.2 km from Elephant Rock

Boudewijn

NZ$221

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

14. Grand Bay Hotel

5.8 km from Elephant Rock

"We were 2 familie checked in to the hotel. Relativtly expensive, hence expected a decent standard, but the hotel didnt even have a minimum proper facilities to justify the cost. Bad/old towels No soap No water bottles A/C didn't work well in some rooms Remote controls were missing Rust doors in the bathroom (was not possible to get out if/when closed from in side) Clogged drainage Strong smell from the washrooms Broken closet seats Broken tap Breakfast is minimum Bugs in the pool Overall...

BalaChandra

NZ$103

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

15. SURF AND SAND Hotel - Arugam Bay

5.9 km from Elephant Rock

"**"Conveniently Located with a Few Perks (and Some Room for Improvement)"** Looking for a spot close to the surf? 🏄‍♂️ This place is a winner! Conveniently located on the main street where all the action is, with street parking right by the boundary wall—super easy! 🚗 The rooms are clean, though the linens and toiletries could use a little upgrade. But the real MVP? Indaka, the super friendly and helpful staff member. Perfect if you're into surfing or swimming at the nearby sea! ….a walk on...

Thikshan

NZ$84

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

Double Room, Patio, Courtyard View | Interior

16. Fins Arugambay

6.7 km from Elephant Rock

NZ$61

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

17. Harmony Beach Hotel

5.7 km from Elephant Rock

Sterling

NZ$51

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Double Room, Balcony, Beach View | Beach

Double Room, Balcony, Beach View | Exterior

Economy Quadruple Room, Balcony, Beach View | Property grounds

Double Room, Balcony, Beach View | Property grounds

18. Kudah Bay Surf Hotel

6.7 km from Elephant Rock

Monique

NZ$316

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View, Garden Area | Shared kitchen

19. Star Rest Beach Hotel Arugambay

5.6 km from Elephant Rock

Anonymous traveller

NZ$81

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

20. Shell Resort Arugambay

5.1 km from Elephant Rock

NZ$33

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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Top Elephant Rock Hotel Reviews

Arugambay Roccos

10/10 Excellent

"I got to Rocco’s early August 2026 and it was so hot during the day. The rooms had really good air conditioning and there is a nice pool near by. The staff are very hospitable and super friendly."

Arugambay PodBay

10/10 Excellent

"Close to everything with great staff, breakfast and the rooms were very comfortable. Would stay again"

Harmony Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"Would recommend. Room was clean and large. Location excellent- on the main strip but property itself is quiet which was good. Friendly staff"

Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful resort in great location "

Jetwing Kottukal Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous beach view, helpful and attentive staff, quite, clean pool. Would happily recommend "

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A beach with people swimming and surfing during sunset.

Arugam Bay Beach

8.6/10 (11 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Arugam Bay Beach during your travels in Arugam Bay? Discover the coral reefs while you're in the area.

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A rock in the ocean with waves around it.

Pasarichenai Beach

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pasarichenai Beach during your trip to Arugam Bay? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

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Pottuvil Point

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Pottuvil Point might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Pottuvil. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

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Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple is just one of the places to see in Pottuvil, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's coral reefs and monuments.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Elephant Rock?

Elephant Rock is located in Pottuvil. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 7 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Elephant Rock?

De Perla Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this guest house offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Elephant Rock. Other good options close by include The Coconut and Hotel Riva Del Sole.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Elephant Rock?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Elephant Rock.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Elephant Rock, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Elephant Rock.

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Our top choices for Elephant Rock hotels

1. Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve

2. Blue Waters Arugambay

3. Paper Moon Kudils

4. The Coconut

5. De Perla Resort

6. Aprota Villas

7. Jetwing Kottukal Beach House

8. Paddyway Resort

9. Arugambay PodBay

10. Arugambay Roccos

11. Wild Waves Kumana Safari & Surf Resort

12. Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge

13. Oruwa Boutique Villas

14. Grand Bay Hotel

15. SURF AND SAND Hotel - Arugam Bay

16. Fins Arugambay

17. Harmony Beach Hotel

18. Kudah Bay Surf Hotel

19. Star Rest Beach Hotel Arugambay

20. Shell Resort Arugambay

Top Elephant Rock Hotel Reviews

Arugambay Roccos

Arugambay PodBay

Harmony Beach Hotel

Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve

Jetwing Kottukal Beach House

Other attractions near Elephant Rock

Arugam Bay Beach

Pasarichenai Beach

Pottuvil Point

Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple

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