Nice Place Beach Hotel

Hotels
8.9 (185 reviews)
Tsunami Hotel Road , Arugam Bay , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Cons:
Initial room quality issues
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.36
Rooms were clean compared to other properties in Sri Lanka, though some cleanliness issues mentioned.
Service
9.83
Owner is mentioned as friendly and helpful in multiple reviews, providing excellent service.
Location
9.37
Perfect location near the beach and restaurants, highly praised for its convenience.
Room Quality
8.82
Rooms are spacious and well-equipped, though some complaints about first room quality.
Amenities
8.35
Several amenities were lacking as noted in some reviews, such as mini fridges and better bedding.
Value for Money
8.81
Good value emphasized, especially in the context of the location and services.
Food and Beverage
8.36
Breakfast was described as simple; other dining options nearby compensate.
Overall Experience
9.33
Most reviews highlight a very positive stay overall, with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 13:03

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
Nice Place Beach Hotel in Arugam Bay offers comfortable rooms with garden or sea views, providing a tranquil retreat for guests. Each room is thoughtfully equipped with a desk, cozy bed linens, and a private balcony to enjoy the picturesque surroundings.

Convenient Amenities and Services
Guests can take advantage of the 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, and tour assistance for a hassle-free stay. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property. The hotel also features a restaurant, perfect for enjoying delicious meals during your stay.

Explore the Area and Enjoy Outdoor Activities
Located just steps away from Arugam Bay Beach, guests can easily access popular attractions like Pasarichenai Beach and Muhudu Maha Viharaya. For outdoor enthusiasts, the hotel offers bike rentals for exploring the area and enjoying activities like cycling.

Experience a perfect beach getaway at Nice Place Beach Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable vacation by the sea.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 185 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.36
Service: 9.83
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 8.82
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.81
Food and Beverage: 8.36
Overall Experience: 9.33
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Pedro couple pt
7
Pros:

The manager is a very nice and pleasant man.

Cons:

No hot water

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Guido solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Wunderschõne Zimmer, nur paar Geh-Sekunden vom Stand entfernt. Wir konnten von unserer Terrasse selbst das Meer sehen. Was uns sehr gut gefallen hat, dass trotz des 3- Bett- Zimmers ein Raum etwas separiert war. Mehrere Steckdosen, viele Haken und Ablagemöglichkeiten, ein Kühlschrank, Moskitonetze, blitzsaubere Zimmer und eine gut funktionierende Klimaanlage machten alles sehr komfortabel. Super war auch die Dusche mit hohem Wasserdruck!
Sehr freundlicher und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber. Wir haben uns sehr, sehr wohlgefühlt!

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Arun couple th
8
Good value for money
Pros:

Good location by the beach. Nice breeze and balcony outside. Select higher floors for a better breeze. Very close and walkable to everything with lots of food options a quick walk away

Cons:

Saw cockroaches on the lower floors, but thankfully didn’t see any on the Top floor. WiFi wasn’t very strong in corner rooms

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Dmitrii solo_traveller ru
10
Sometimes words are not enough
Pros:

A word.

A word to describe the bittersweet sensation of parting ways with strangers who, over a handful of days, quietly became family.
A word to greet someone only to say "have a good night" for the very last time, knowing the morning will bring no familiar face.
A word to express the feeling of dipping your toes into the ocean when its waters seem to hold every joy, every sorrow, and every distant whisper of a human soul.

To say it was the best experience of my life is to say nothing at all. It is to reduce the intangible to a cliché. Instead, I carry with me a thousand new memories etched into my mind, a hundred shared stories exchanged over mellow evenings, and a dozen night wanderings beneath skies heavy with stars. If I had to squeeze it all into a single breath, that breath would be—the journey.

Yet, as I have come to understand, the journey is rarely about the miles you cover. It is hardly ever about the destination itself. The true essence of any passage lies in the details we often overlook: the flavors you taste, the company you keep at the table, the unguarded sincerity you dare to reveal, and the quiet, fleeting moments you co-create with those around you. These are the treasures you don't pack in a suitcase—you store them in the chambers of your heart.

My deepest, most profound gratitude goes to three extraordinary individuals at the hotel—the owner, the lady, and the sir. They are not merely staff behind a reception desk; they are the very soul of the place. Each possesses an exceptionally beautiful, loving, and kindhearted spirit. They are outgoing in the most genuine sense—not performing warmth, but radiating it effortlessly, eager to infuse your day with an extra dose of positivity and authentic enthusiasm.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Jagriti extended_group in
10
Pros:

We loved the nice place. The owner and the staff were very helpful and kind. The hotel was just next to the beach. Great proximity to restaurants & shopping areas!

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Supun couple lk
9
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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wayne solo_traveller nz
10
Pros:

Excellent service!

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Olasagasti solo_traveller es
9
Pros:

Habitaciones muy espaciosas y cómodas. Muy buena limpieza y muy buena ubicación (pegado a la playa). Nos sorprendió gratamente el desayuno continental que nos prepararon; abundante y muy bueno.

Cons:

No hay geles ni jabones de ducha; sería ideal si pudieran poner unos botes pequeños de gel y shampoo

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Eva couple es
5
Cons:

Nuestra experiencia fue bastante mejorable. Reservamos una habitación en Booking donde indicaba claramente que tenía aire acondicionado, pero al llegar nos informaron de que la habitación estándar no incluía aire acondicionado y nos ofrecieron una habitación con ventilador. Recomendamos revisar bien este punto antes de reservar, ya que la información no coincidía con lo que aparecía en nuestra reserva.

Con ventilador se puede dormir una o dos noches, especialmente si abres las ventanas para que entre algo de aire, pero no lo recomendamos si viajas en épocas de mucho calor o para estancias más largas.

La habitación era sencilla y la cama doble estaba formada por dos colchones individuales juntos, algo que puede resultar incómodo por la separación en medio. Además, las sábanas y la funda de la almohada tenían bastante olor a humo, lo que hizo que la sensación de limpieza no fuera la esperada.

El baño, en cambio, era amplio y fue uno de los puntos positivos de la estancia.

El propietario no fue especialmente amable ni acogedor con nosotros, y la comunicación durante la estancia fue bastante incómoda.

Para una estancia corta de una o dos noches puede ser una opción aceptable por el precio, pero recomendamos confirmar antes que la habitación tenga realmente aire acondicionado si es algo importante para vosotros.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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bettina extended_group de
7
günstig und gut gelegen
Pros:

Das Hotel liegt ruhig und dennoch in Strandnähe. Die Zimmer (triple room) sind groß, gut aufgeteilt und sauber. Air condition ist auch sehr angenehm.

Cons:

Alles ist ziemlich spartanisch. Im Bad gibt es keine Seife, es gibt auch keine Tassen oder einen Wasserkocher, keine Ablage am Bett, die Bettdecken sind symbolisch und bereits älter. Handtücher sind auch älter. Fruehstueck im Hotel ist zwar günstig, lohnt aber nicht.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Inmaculada couple es
10
Pros:

Buena ubicación y buenos servicios, personal super disponible y cercano. Tienen restaurante, organizan transporte y tienen servicio de lavandería. Por el resto muy bien, zona tranquila pero muy cerca de bares/ tiendas/ restaurantes. Aire acondicionado y agua caliente.

Cons:

Cuidado si les pedís que laven la ropa blanca, a nosotras nos la devolvieron algunas prendas con manchas de suavizante

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Alessia couple it
10
La struttura si trova a 3 minuti a piedi dalla spiaggia, comoda, pulita e confortevole. L’accoglienza dello staff è stat
Pros:

La struttura si trova a 3 minuti a piedi dalla spiaggia, comoda, pulita e confortevole. L’accoglienza dello staff è stata impeccabile e ogni nostra richiesta è stata soddisfatta.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Ella couple gb
8
Perfect location if you love the beach!
Pros:

Amazing location, right on arugam beach! Room was a couple floors up so it was nice to sit out on the balcony in the humid evenings. The room also had a mini fridge which was really handy! Lovely owners, he helped us hire a scooter for the day at a really reasonable price.

Cons:

Bathroom did have a funny smell at times but other than that nothing!

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Jasmijn couple nl
9
Het contact met de manager was erg fijn. Wij waren onze sleutel kwijtgeraakt en kregen direct een nieuwe. Ook was er een
Pros:

Het contact met de manager was erg fijn. Wij waren onze sleutel kwijtgeraakt en kregen direct een nieuwe. Ook was er een ontzettende lieve behulpzame man altijd op het terrein die ons ‘s avonds laat kon helpen.

Cons:

Het was best donker in de kamer.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Amy couple gb
10
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay here. We even extended for a further 4 nights. It’s such a good location and the staff are so lovely and helpful. We will be back for sure!

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Giulia solo_traveller it
9
Pros:

The room was clean and spacious. The staff were very friendly. I highly recommend this place.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Cait-Lyn couple au
8
Great value for money
Pros:

Very good value for money, located in a good spot near the beach. It’s cheap so it was very simple, but what you would expect for the price. Staff were very friendly and helped with all requests we asked. Had a good fridge which was unexpected but a pleasant surprise.

Cons:

There was no top sheet on the bed, with just a blanket each provided. The hot water system for the shower can be a little difficult to work out, instructions on how it works could be helpful but if we had asked then they would’ve told us how. Again, for the price it was a good stay and what you expect.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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ali solo_traveller se
7
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Sebastian Jakob extended_group de
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Enrique solo_traveller es
10
2026-06-03 via Nuitee