I really recommend staying here, it is the best place in Arugam bay! The manager Haleem is so lovely, welcoming and very helpful - he really goes above and beyond to make your stay amazing. Everyone who works there is so kind and you definitely feel very safe. It is in the perfect location, a quick walk from everything you want to be near (beach/restaurants/shops) but also peaceful and quiet. The room was gorgeous with a very comfortable bed, a nice clean bathroom, good AC and a cute porch/balcony to chill outside. The communal areas were great and the food was tasty too! His brother Mahir runs an amazing surf school, I got lessons with him which were so good - he was very knowledgeable, patient, and friendly. He made it a super fun experience and was accommodating organising me going to try different spots. I left feeling so much more confident and super happy, it was the ultimate surf experience! Arugam bay is a great place if you do it right. I started out my stay at a hostel and with a different surf instructor, then switched over to Arne’s place and only organised things through them. I wish I had heard about them from the start! It turned around my time in Arugam bay and I left loving the place.

Stayed in August 2025

Little paradise and really nice people. A real family business in a village where big investors smelled the money. If you come to Arugam Bay, book here. Good surf lessons by the brother of the manager Haleem. All the best to you.

Stayed in August 2025

A wonderful place, just one minute away from the beach❤️A beautiful garden and the kindest hosts❤️ The breakfast was absolutely delicious, truly amazing❤️I fell in love with this place❤️They also offered us a safari tour where we saw the sweetest elephant and a little baby one, along with deer and many other animals. I give this place a 100% recommendation from me❤️

Stayed in July 2025

The place is confortable and well located: not too close to the noisy areas, so you can sleep at night :), and close enough to walk to Main Point for surfing. But the best about Arne's place is the people, specially Haleem, the manager. He's great at his job but most importantly he's a really great guy, and a pleasure to talk to. Very happy we met him!

Stayed in June 2025

It would be even better if a TV was available.

The beach is just a short 25-meter walk away, making it incredibly convenient. We stayed during the local holiday season, but unfortunately, the chef was on vacation, so meals were not provided.

Stayed in April 2025

The location is really nice. It is close by the main beach and the road with restaurants is right around the corner. The owner is really nice and helped us with everything we needed. He told us the times for the local busses and we were able to have breakfast earlier so that we could catch the earlier bus.

Stayed in April 2025

We really enjoyed our stay at Arne’s place and Haleem is a wonderful host! Our room was spacious and clean and the location was very central.

Stayed in March 2025

We came here off season and therefor we noticed that the room haven't been used for weeks, so the room was really moist, but after 3 days everything was okey.

The staff was so nice and so kind, a beautiful stay and close to everything. The AC broke and the staff fixed it for us. Recommend it

Stayed in February 2025

Unfortunately there’s construction in front of the property going on so that the sea view is limited. During our time the noise wasn’t much of a deal.

Beautiful place and amazingly friendly staff. The inner courtyard is perfect for chilling and we spent some time in the hanging mats just reading and relaxing. Great value for money

Stayed in February 2025

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Very good place!!

Stayed in January 2025

If you’re looking for a special place in Arugam Bay - this is it. We got welcomed so warmly by Haleem and his family/friends, they made our stay unforgettable. Rooms are cosy, it’s right by the beach and you can tell they put their heart into the place. Will come back for sure.

Stayed in January 2025

Rooms and houses are very different. Some are nicer some not . Unfortunate in front of the hotel there is construction field now.

Great owners ! Lovely ambient even though it is not directly on the beach. Delicious breakfast the best we had on Sri Lanka .

Stayed in December 2024

Location - perfect, super close to the beach and city centre, with shops and restaurants in the neighborhood, but quiet. Comfort - interior is quite rough, but it helps keeping the house clean. AC working just fine, a lot of space, with a place to sit outside. Everything you should need is there. Clean. Price - reasonable for what you get. You can order food there and have surfing lessons. Staff - nice and helpful, sometimes a bit slow. We would strongly recommend this place, we really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed in September 2024

Honestly nothing

Unreal place to stay in Aragum bay, honestly can’t recommend it enough!! If you are looking for a chilled out place to stay close to everything with great people around you then don’t look anywhere else

Stayed in August 2024

Amazing view from our cabana!! Fabulous breakfast! All brothers are super nice running their businesses supporting each other. Loved it!

Stayed in August 2024

Very relaxed place run by a lovely team who were very helpful. We stayed in the Cabana and loved it - the outdoor shower and front porch were a highlight. The perfect place to relax. Walking distance to everything.

Stayed in August 2024

Close to the beach and close to the restaurants and busy street. Friendly staff.

Stayed in August 2024

We had an amazing time at Arne's place. The most fun, helpful and friendly people. The place is very calm, laid back and relaxed. The food was very good. And we had a second fan in our room that helped a lot with the heat. A big thank you to the team at Arne's place for the great stay and fun memories.

Stayed in July 2024

An oasis with sea view! Warm hospitality! You don’t want to leave!

Stayed in July 2024

Relaxed atmosphere

Stayed in July 2024

Me and another guest were sure we book rooms with AC but that wasn't the case. The huts for 2 people don't come with AC, only with fans. A mirror in the room and something to hang clothes properly would've been handy.

loved the relaxed atmosphere and the veranda to the apartment. The high beds were also really nice to hang out. The room and bathroom were spacious and really clean, that was great.

Stayed in June 2024

Best location, lovely staff.

Stayed in July 2024

Lovely family run property. Very helpful and friendly. We stayed in the cabana. Views of the beach. Great porch with a day bed - perfect for reading a book. Slept with the door open facing the ocean. It’s rustic but that’s what we expected. Sheets clean and fresh. Mosquito net.

Stayed in July 2024

Muba and his brothers are so lovely. The beach is so close. Beautiful vibe.

Stayed in June 2024