Shim Beach Resort

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Property highlights

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About this property

Beachfront Location: Shim Beach Resort in Arugam offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or explore the lush garden. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature sea views, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Family rooms and ground-floor units provide additional comfort. Dining Experience: The resort serves a variety of breakfast options, including full English, Irish, and Asian. Dining areas include a restaurant, coffee shop, and outdoor seating. Activities and Attractions: Guests can enjoy fishing, bike tours, and cycling. Nearby attractions include Pasarichenai Beach (a few steps away), Crocodile Rock (less than 1 km), and Elephant Rock (1.9 km).

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Most popular facilities

  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Halal, Asian

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Fishing

  • Windsurfing

  • Cycling

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
2 double beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
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1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom
1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Lauren
South Africa South Africa
“The staff—Kavi, Nuwan & Faroh—were fantastic! Incredibly friendly and welcoming. The location is perfect, situated right between Arugam Bay and Crocodile Rock. Thank you for a great experience!”
Bresson
France France
“Perfect location on the beach, the room was clean, all the utilities were provided, but the best thing about this place is the owners whom are very friendly and welcoming. And the food was excellent ! They even went out of their way to buy cards...”
Tasha
South Africa South Africa
“The staff were amazing! And the bed was really comfortable. My toddler was well accommodated, too! Will definitely go back”
Jeroen
Netherlands Netherlands
“Very friendly familly. Beautifull locatuon. Close to wild elephants.”
Dariusz
Poland Poland
“Interesting location , nice place, not in the city center, but close to the ocean. Owners very nice and helpful.”
Tahnee
Belgium Belgium
“Location is right at the beach and close to crocodile rock. The host was really friendly!”
Felicia
Switzerland Switzerland
“Great staff and cute little beach huts! Very quiet location right on the beach. This is the perfect hide away if you want to avoid the party scene in Arugam but stay close to the surf. The owner helped us renting a tuktuk and we drove around with...”
Magdalena
Poland Poland
“Great location directly by the beach. Very peaceful and relaxing place. Sunsets, sunrises and starry nights:)) Long walks by the beach. 10 min by Tuk Tuk to the Arugam Village. Friendly and helpful owner.”
Tobias
Germany Germany
“Very nice place and friendly staff. Close to Arugam Bay, but uncrowded and private beach. We enjoyed every second.”
Shane
South Africa South Africa
“Loved the close proximity to the beach. Loved the fact that we were the only ones on the beach.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Dietary options
    Halal

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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