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A pool area with clear water, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs under umbrellas, with a view of the ocean.

A beachside dining setup with a table and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a sunset view.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

A beach setting with a table and chairs set up for dining, surrounded by sand and palm trees.

1. Jetwing Kottukal Beach House

1.8 km from Elephant Rock

Andrew

Rp1.905.711

Rp2.473.613 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A room with a thatched roof, a large window, and a view of the beach.

A beach resort with thatched-roof huts, a sandy beach, and a view of the ocean.

A thatched-roof outdoor seating area with lounge chairs, surrounded by tropical plants and a clear view of the ocean.

A room with a view of the beach through large windows, featuring a wicker chair and a small table with a vase.

2. Blue Waters Arugambay

1.8 km from Elephant Rock

"Bungalow super sympa et atypique. La cuisine est très bonne et fraîche : tout est fait maison sur place. Seul petit manque, il n'y a pas de cocktails. La plage est juste devant les bungalows et pratiquement déserte, hormis quelques cours de surf. De jolies vagues pour s'amuser, avec des planches mises à disposition par l'hôtel. Le bémol : c'est un peu à distance des commerces, il faut prendre un tuk-tuk pour s'y rendre. Un conseil, utilisez l'application PickMe, sinon c'est plus cher — le...

NATHALIE

Rp959.169

Rp1.131.819 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a beach.

A small white house with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and yellow flowers.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a mosquito net, a chair, a table, and a window.

3. Paper Moon Kudils

1.3 km from Elephant Rock

Pauline

Rp553.640

Rp743.762 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A bed with a canopy, wooden pallets under the mattress, and fairy lights.

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and a distant shoreline with trees and buildings.

A hammock tied to a tree in a sunny outdoor area with a thatched-roof structure and a building in the background.

A house with a red roof and white walls, surrounded by palm trees and a fence.

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...

Rp271.287

Rp323.388 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A swimming pool with a wooden deck leading to a house, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool area, and a beach.

A garden pathway leading to a house with a covered patio area.

A modern bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a desk, and a view of a pool and greenery.

5. Aprota Villas

2.2 km from Elephant Rock

Rp2.273.418

Rp2.950.916 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden structure with a thatched roof and a person standing in front.

A wooden room with a bed, a nightstand, and a small table.

A wooden building with a porch, two white plastic chairs, and potted plants.

6. De Perla Resort

1.1 km from Elephant Rock

Rp654.861

Rp772.736 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A poolside seating area with a view of the beach and ocean.

A room with a bed, a seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

A reception area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a central chandelier, a reception desk, and red bar stools.

A beach with a yellow umbrella, lounge chairs, and a person carrying a surfboard.

7. Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve

2.1 km from Elephant Rock

cameron

Rp2.007.116

Rp2.605.237 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A swimming pool with metal railings, surrounded by a paved area and palm trees.

A multi-story building with a courtyard, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A balcony with wooden furniture, a table, and a view of greenery.

A pathway lined with palm trees and shrubs, leading to a building with a balcony.

8. Paddyway Resort

6.2 km from Elephant Rock

Stephen

Rp1.125.929

Rp1.328.586 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beach scene with palm trees, a wooden fence, and a sign that reads "OPAL BEACH".

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden ceiling, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A sandy courtyard with a hammock, trees, and a thatched-roof structure.

A yellow building with a sign reading "ARNE'S PLACE Villas,Rooms & Restaurant".

9. Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel

6 km from Elephant Rock

Alan

Rp289.883

Rp342.062 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern resort with a clear pool, multiple-story buildings, and palm trees.

A wooden pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and blue umbrellas.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple white buildings, a central swimming pool, and surrounding palm trees.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large stove, and a sink.

10. Arugambay Roccos

6.3 km from Elephant Rock

Luke

Rp986.333

Rp1.325.043 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern house with a covered porch, two wicker chairs, and a large window.

A small, single-story building with a red roof and a covered porch. There are two wicker chairs on the porch, and a small table in the center. The building is surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a few trees.

A park with trees, a dirt path, and a blue hose.

A high ceiling with wooden beams and recessed lighting.

11. Wild Waves Kumana Safari & Surf Resort

17.3 km from Elephant Rock

Rp800.385

Rp1.029.254 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by trees and sand.

A room with brick walls, wicker furniture, antler wall decor, and a bar area.

A brick building with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery.

An outdoor dining area with brick walls, wooden tables and chairs, and a large window overlooking greenery.

12. Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge

15.4 km from Elephant Rock

Philippe

Rp1.437.388

Rp1.696.118 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A swimming pool with a thatched-roof structure, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, a brick wall, and a wooden floor.

A lounge chair on a wooden deck with a railing, overlooking a body of water and a sunset sky.

A building with a thatched roof balcony, large rock formations, and trees.

13. Oruwa Boutique Villas

6.2 km from Elephant Rock

Boudewijn

Rp1.395.168

Rp1.810.928 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A beachside resort with wooden cabins, sun loungers, and umbrellas.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a view of the beach through a window, and a door leading to an outdoor area with a thatched umbrella.

Two wooden cabins with balconies, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A nighttime swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

14. Arugambay PodBay

6.1 km from Elephant Rock

Warren

Rp613.843

Rp824.638 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A plate of food with a salad and bread pieces.

A narrow pathway flanked by lush green plants leading to a white building with a red floor.

A salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and shrimp.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, and a canopy.

15. SURF AND SAND Hotel - Arugam Bay

5.9 km from Elephant Rock

Finn

Rp687.946

Rp892.954 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A rustic outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, a thatched roof, and hanging light fixtures.

A group of people seated at a wooden table with woven placemats, under thatched roof and woven light fixtures.

A group of people sitting on a wooden table and a couch in a room with a thatched roof and green walls.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside table with a vase and a lamp, and a wooden bench at the foot of the bed.

16. Fins Arugambay

6.7 km from Elephant Rock

"This property had its pros and its cons. Pros ✨Friendly, welcoming staff and always happy to see you ✨Location to the surf, shops, bars and restaurants, undeniably spot on, 5 starts for that alone. ✨Spacious rooms with air con ✨Reasonable price Cons 🫠Restaurant, bar and coffee not operating as I think it is now low season and everyone is getting ready to shut down for the end of the season so we didn’t have the opportunity to enjoy the advertised amenities 🫠It’s a hostel pulling in young...

Lauren

Rp602.382

Rp710.811 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A beach with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A covered outdoor area with a sandy floor, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

A room with a view of a beach and palm trees.

A sandy area with a pool, a building with a porch, and palm trees.

17. Kudah Bay Surf Hotel

6.7 km from Elephant Rock

Monique

Rp1.637.677

Rp2.460.332 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern resort with a clear pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a red pillow, a bouquet of flowers, and a red and white bedspread.

18. Grand Bay Hotel

5.8 km from Elephant Rock

joe

Rp852.595

Rp1.006.062 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A group of people on a beach, some wearing blue shirts with text on the back, and others in casual attire.

A room with a dining table and chairs, two large windows with curtains, and a door leading to another room.

A wooden dining table with four plates of food and a tray of cups.

A motorcycle parked in front of a building with a wooden door and a white wall.

19. 20 House Arugam

4.2 km from Elephant Rock

Isadora

Rp162.017

Rp210.298 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A seafood display with various fish and a person holding a large fish, surrounded by tables and chairs in a restaurant setting.

A welcome sign for Star Rest Beach Hotel in Arugambay, featuring a beach scene illustration and a surf lessons advertisement.

A bedroom with a bed, patterned pillows, a mosquito net, and a wall with a large painting.

A kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, and various kitchen utensils. There are blue plastic crates and a chair.

20. Star Hotel Arugambay

5.6 km from Elephant Rock

Rp1.351.176

Rp1.594.388 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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Top Elephant Rock Hotel Reviews

White Pearl Resort

8/10 Good

"Solid spot!! Staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. Would stay here again. Very VERY hard bed though. Other than that the place was incredible. Hot water! Pool was clean and great. Quiet spot. Close to everything. Enjoyed this place."

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 "

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A rock in the ocean with waves around it.

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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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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Panama Village

You can learn about the history of Panama with a stop at Panama Village.

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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 near Elephant Rock?

The Coconut is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Elephant Rock. Other good options within a short distance include De Perla Resort and Paper Moon Kudils.

How many hotels are there 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, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Elephant Rock.

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Our top choices for Elephant Rock hotels

1. Jetwing Kottukal Beach House

2. Blue Waters Arugambay

3. Paper Moon Kudils

4. The Coconut

5. Aprota Villas

6. De Perla Resort

7. Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve

8. Paddyway Resort

9. Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel

10. Arugambay Roccos

11. Wild Waves Kumana Safari & Surf Resort

12. Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge

13. Oruwa Boutique Villas

14. Arugambay PodBay

15. SURF AND SAND Hotel - Arugam Bay

16. Fins Arugambay

17. Kudah Bay Surf Hotel

18. Grand Bay Hotel

19. 20 House Arugam

20. Star Hotel Arugambay

Top Elephant Rock Hotel Reviews

White Pearl Resort

Arugambay Roccos

Arugambay PodBay

Harmony Beach Hotel

Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve

Other attractions near Elephant Rock

Arugam Bay Beach

Pasarichenai Beach

Pottuvil Point

Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple

Panama Village

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