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Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel

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A beach scene with palm trees, a wooden fence, and a sign that reads "OPAL BEACH". - Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel (Arugam Bay)
A sandy area with a wooden bench, palm trees, and a small structure with a thatched roof. - Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel (Arugam Bay)
A sandy courtyard with a hammock, trees, and a thatched-roof structure. - Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel (Arugam Bay)
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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden ceiling, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror. - Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel (Arugam Bay)
A free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a library.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

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A room with a bed covered by a mosquito net, a window with a view of the outdoors, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

Standard Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a bed, a mosquito net, a wall-mounted lamp, and a power outlet.

Standard Triple Room

  • Sea view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A room with a bed, a mosquito net, a wall-mounted lamp, and a power outlet.

Standard Double Room, Balcony

  • Sea view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a bed covered by a mosquito net, a window with a view of the outdoors, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Arugam Bay, Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel is on the beach. Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple and Panama Village are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arugam Bay Beach and Arugam Bay. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Arugam Bay travel guide
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Tsunami Hotel Rd, Arugam Bay, EP, 32500

What's nearby

  • A rock in the ocean with waves around it.
    Arugam Bay Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A rock in the ocean with waves around it.
    Pasarichenai Beach
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • A group of elephants in a lush green landscape with a river in the background.
    Kumana National Park
    46 min drive - 18.9 miles
  • Arugam Bay
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Pottuvil Point
    8 min drive - 3.5 miles

Restaurants

  • Kaffi
    8 min walk
  • Mambo's
    14 min walk
  • NS Food Corner
    3 min drive
  • Happy Panda Homestay and Very Small Cafe
    1 min walk
  • Pizza Point
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 4 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 4 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Arugam Bay hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Arugam Bay Beach and Arugam Bay. Pasarichenai Beach and Pottuvil Sand Hill Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The staff are courteous and welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arne’s place is a basic, but clean and convenient place to stay. They claim to have beach view, but they don’t as there is a building in front of the place that takes up the view. But it is still very close to the beach and an all the beach restaurants. Friendly and helpful staff. I absolutely recommend Arne’sPlace!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel très propre et hôtes très gentils.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022