Title: Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel Travelers gather with friends at this welcoming hotel where genuine hospitality creates a relaxed atmosphere for everyone to enjoy ## Photo gallery for Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel ![On the beach, white sand - Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45786500/45786442/abe6c7e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden - Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45786500/45786442/b3d002be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden - Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45786500/45786442/77bc4fdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets - Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45786500/45786442/e8fe0e63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel (Arugam Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45786500/45786442/0384b515.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel, guests experience tropical charm alongside genuine hospitality. Visitors relax on the sunny terrace, enjoy the café, or browse the library collection. The hotel provides free WiFi and self-parking to ensure a convenient and comfortable stay. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Laundry room - 24/7 front desk £16 includes taxes & fees 15 Jan - 16 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45786500/45786442/7ddc22e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Portable fan Rainfall showerhead Bidet Private bathroom Laptop workspace Desk - 150 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Triple Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45786500/45786442/bed5ab8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Portable fan Rainfall showerhead Bidet Private bathroom Laptop workspace Desk - 200 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Balcony ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45786500/45786442/bed5ab8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Balcony ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Portable fan Rainfall showerhead Bidet Laptop workspace Desk - 100 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45786500/45786442/7ddc22e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Portable fan Rainfall showerhead Bidet Private bathroom Laptop workspace Desk - 120 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArugam-Bay-Hotels-Arnes-Place-The-Friendliest-Hotel.h45786442.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArugam-Bay-Hotels-Arnes-Place-The-Friendliest-Hotel.h45786442.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Arugam Bay, Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel is on the beach. Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple and Kudumbigala Sanctuary are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arugam Bay Beach and Kumana National Park. 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arugam-Bay.dx6201378) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.84650%2C81.83106&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UZsRBAE4D-gfUa1vnSIk8v5xZCg=) Tsunami Hotel Rd, Arugam Bay, EP, 32500 ### What's nearby - Arugam Bay Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Pasarichenai Beach \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple \- 4 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Pottuvil Point \- 8 min drive \- 3.5 miles - Kumana National Park \- 42 min drive \- 18.9 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Perera Restaurant - ‬10 min walk - ‪Choco Lush - ‬2 min walk - ‪Siam View - ‬10 min walk - ‪Hideout Lounge - ‬11 min walk - ‪Stardust Beach Hotel - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel Hotel near Arugam Bay Beach You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms at Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel offer thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi. 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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 lift ### More - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## 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. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 5 for adults and from 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Arne's Place The Friendliest Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel Hotel Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel Arugam Bay Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel Hotel Arugam Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel? ### How much is parking at Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel? ### Does Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan 22 Jul 2024 The staff are courteous and welcoming ##### Alan Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison 14 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Alison Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwood-Hotels-Ceylon-Tea-Trails.h4045356.Hotel-Information) > > [98 Acres Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ella-Hotels-98-Acres-Resort-Spa.h15504051.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westbury Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-The-Westbury-Palace.h48402950.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sun House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-The-Sun-House.h15677263.Hotel-Information) > > [Amaya Beach Pasikudah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Amaya-Beach-Pasikudah.h6780993.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kosgoda-Hotels-Sheraton-Kosgoda-Turtle-Beach-Resort.h48743974.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Bey Beruwala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Beruwala-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bey-Beruwala.h8256226.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Citadel Kandy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandy-Hotels-Cinnamon-Citadel-Kandy.h4031542.Hotel-Information) > > [Habarana Village by Cinnamon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Habarana-Hotels-Habarana-Village-By-Cinnamon.h4031747.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun Siyam Pasikudah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Sun-Siyam-Pasikudah.h9272270.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Sigiriya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sigiriya-Hotels-Hotel-Sigiriya.h1609730.Hotel-Information) > > [Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tangalle-Hotels-Anantara-Peace-Haven-Tangalle-Resort.h11229814.Hotel-Information) > > [W15 Weligama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-W15.h11560777.Hotel-Information) > > [Amaranthe Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trincomalee-Hotels-Amaranthe-Bay.h12638841.Hotel-Information) > > [Maalu Maalu Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Maalu-Maalu-Resort-Spa.h6504916.Hotel-Information) > > [Avani Kalutara Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kalutara-Hotels-Avani-Kalutara-Resort.h4031708.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bentota-Beach.h36466861.Hotel-Information) > > [The Calm Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-The-Calm-Resort-Spa.h11615006.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahungalla-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Sri-Lanka-All-Inclusive.h14754284.Hotel-Information) > > [Pandanus Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Induruwa-Hotels-Pandanus-Beach-Resort-Spa.h11289546.Hotel-Information) > > [Vivanta Colombo, Airport Garden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seeduwa-Katunayake-Hotels-Vivanta-Colombo.h526350.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h19413442.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Grand Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Le-Grand-Galle-By-Asia-Leisure.h24010679.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koggala-Hotels-The-Fortress-Resort-Spa.h7821441.Hotel-Information) > > [Kahanda Kanda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Angulugaha-Hotels-Kahanda-Kanda.h11263998.Hotel-Information) > > [Shangri-La Hambantota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hambantota-Hotels-Shangri-La-Hambantota.h15083331.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Bentota Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Taj-Bentota-Resort-Spa.h581365.Hotel-Information) > > [go camping](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Go-Camping.h23256271.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Habarana-Hotels-Cinnamon-Lodge.h1854476.Hotel-Information) ---