Title: Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/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) ![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) ![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 - 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) ![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) - 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 cafĂ©, 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 WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Laundry - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 26 - Jan. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 27 - Jan. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 6 - Feb. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=45786442&PinnedHotelID=45786442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&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 - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Sea view ### 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 - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed - Sea view ### 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 - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed - Sea view ### 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 - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Sea view ![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.ca/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.ca/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.ca/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 - ![A flock of surfers winding for sun down ... The best view is from the rocky areas to sit by , relax and watch them surf #skygram #beaches #lifeatexpedia #lovetravel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121086/0876f10a-e160-4a46-aaab-1f1d246ecb9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Arugam Bay Beach 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Just before i jumped into the water to surf i took a couple of pictures of the sunrise. arugam bay is a perfect location to combine both, surfing and photography! #BVSblue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121086/b9fccd15-5bcc-4c5d-a16d-d510e4f99857.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pasarichenai Beach 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - ![Kumana national park is a great place to see elephants and take close ups of them. Due to its wealth in variety of birds it is also called as Kumana Birds Sanctuary. This was the greatest day of our road trip. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914981/07198a4c-4994-4c4e-97ae-e39c7924147d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kumana National Park 42 min drive \- 30.3 km - Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple 4 min drive \- 3.3 km - Pottuvil Point 8 min drive \- 5.5 km ### 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 rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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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 - 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 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 ### 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 is parking? ### 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.ca/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 Jul 22, 2024 The staff are courteous and welcoming ##### Alan Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison May 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Alison Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Paradise Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Negombo-Hotels-Paradise-Holiday-Village.h107271306.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunstar](https://www.expedia.ca/Nilaveli-Hotels-Sunstar.h26724732.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Weerawila-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Weerawila-Rajawarna-Resort.h23701470.Hotel-Information) > > [Oceanfront Nilaveli by ICC](https://www.expedia.ca/Nilaveli-Hotels-Ocean-Front-Condos.h35766159.Hotel-Information) > > [Rajarata Family Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anuradhapura-Hotels-Rajarata-Lodge.h16530327.Hotel-Information) > > [Tree House Holiday Home](https://www.expedia.ca/Anuradhapura-Hotels-Tree-House-Holiday-Home.h17789221.Hotel-Information) > > [Dream Cliff Mountain Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Hildummulla-Hotels-Dream-Cliff-Mountain-Resort.h42548366.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Airport Transitt](https://www.expedia.ca/Negombo-Hotels-Grand-Airport-Transitt.h113461954.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea View Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nilaveli-Hotels-Sea-View-Beach-Hotel.h23684640.Hotel-Information) > > [Lagoon Waves](https://www.expedia.ca/Seeduwa-Katunayake-Hotels-Lagoon-Waves.h96138318.Hotel-Information) > > [Panorama Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.ca/Beruwala-Hotels-Beruwala-Panorama-Hotel.h20581040.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Wadi wilpattu ](https://www.expedia.ca/Wild-Wadi-Wilpattu.h100544326.Hotel-Information) > > [Palm Paradise Cabanas & Villas Beach Resort Tangalle](https://www.expedia.ca/Tangalle-Hotels-Palm-Paradise-Cabanas-Villas-Beach-Resort-Tangalle.h7564363.Hotel-Information) > > [Laana Villa](https://www.expedia.ca/Negombo-Hotels-Laana-Villa.h39678361.Hotel-Information) > > [Terrace Green Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Negombo-Hotels-Terrace-Green-Hotel-Spa.h12662808.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Mahanuge](https://www.expedia.ca/Polonnaruwa-Hotels-Hotel-Mahanuge.h46085957.Hotel-Information) > > [Erandi Holiday Home](https://www.expedia.ca/Seeduwa-Katunayake-Hotels-Erandi-Holiday-Home.h38268558.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue Diamond Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Trincomalee-Hotels-Blue-Diamond-Resort.h102374878.Hotel-Information) > > [Room in Villa - Surf 247 Weligama - Deluxe Double Room With Side Sea View](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Surf-247-Weligama-Deluxe-Double-Room-With-Side-Sea-View.h101827338.Hotel-Information) > > [Suwaya Villa](https://www.expedia.ca/Tangalle-Hotels-Suwaya-Villa.h12323349.Hotel-Information) > > [Mama Beach Villa](https://www.expedia.ca/Negombo-Hotels-Mama-Beach-Villa.h19769396.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Resort Galle](https://www.expedia.ca/Galle-Hotels-Amari-Galle.h16267123.Hotel-Information) > > [Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Anuradhapura-Hotels-Nilketha-Villa-Eco-Hotel.h8965793.Hotel-Information) > > [Tishan Holiday Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Polonnaruwa-Hotels-TISHAN-HOLIDAY-RESORT.h12498560.Hotel-Information) > > [Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve](https://www.expedia.ca/Pottuvil-Hotels-Jetwing-Surf.h19959056.Hotel-Information) > > [Rani Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Negombo-Hotels-Rani-Beach-Hotel.h101747283.Hotel-Information) > > [The River House by Asia Leisure](https://www.expedia.ca/Balapitiya-Hotels-The-River-House-By-Asia-Leisure.h10984031.Hotel-Information) > > [Jetwing Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Negombo-Hotels-Jetwing-Beach.h1451532.Hotel-Information) > > [Goatfell](https://www.expedia.ca/Walapane-Hotels-Goatfell.h48392469.Hotel-Information)