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Featuring mountain views, Green Village offers accommodation with patio, around 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

The location of Green Village is in a very nice place. The terrace view is magnificent. The staff is very attentive and prepared a nice breakfast for us. It is a clean place where you can stay comfortably and feel at home. It is very close to the center and within walking distance. But you have to go uphill to get to the center :)
Review score
9.1
Superb
1,050 reviews
Price from
£27.52
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting a terrace and a shared lounge, New Blue Home is located in Ella. Built in 2016, the property is within an 11-minute walk of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Free WiFi is available.

Had a great stay at New Blue Home. Nice room and lovely surroundings. Really convenient location for the Little Adam's Peak and Nine Arches Bridge trails as well as being a short walk from the centre. Our host Shirley was especially amazing. Extremely helpful and very smiley. While we were in Ella he gave us recommendations and arranged a tuk-tuk. He also arranged a trip for us to Yala NP then a drop off in Mirissa which was really appreciated. On the last night when we arrived home in a mad rainstorm he appeared with an umbrella and a huge strip light to get us to our room. Plus at our 4am start the next morning he was there to make sure we got our taxi and gave us surprise packed lunches. I'm not sure he ever sleeps! Such a lovely guy!
Review score
9.1
Superb
289 reviews
Price from
£25.04
1 night, 2 adults

Situated near Ella Spice Garden and Ella Railway Station, Ella Nimal Nest Inn is in Ella and features free private parking and a restaurant. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

Very friendly staff who gave us breakfast every morning and helped with our bags and getting tuk-tuks. The room was quite small however not ad issue. The views were amazing as we were right in the mountains however this hotel was not really walkable from Ella town as it is up a big long hill.
Review score
9.0
Superb
346 reviews
Price from
£46.25
1 night, 2 adults

Brilliant View Home Stay is located in Ella. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a balcony. Private bathroom also comes with a shower.

Definitely brilliant view of the waterfall, very hospitable owner, good breakfast. There are many facilities in the hotel itself (shared kitchen, tables, etc.). Silent place. Clean rooms and common zones. Note that the hotel has a rapid up and down road , but for us it was not a problem.
Review score
9.0
Superb
221 reviews
Price from
£17
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting mountain views, Serene Homestay Ella offers accommodation with a terrace, around 7.1 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

We had an amazing time during our stay and we expect this to definitely be the best accommodation during our 3-week trip! We’ll 100% be recommending Serene Homestay to anyone we know who’s visiting Ella on their travels. Our hosts were so friendly, welcoming and helpful and they cooked an amazing breakfast for us each morning with the freshest fruit and tastiest local dishes imaginable. We truly felt like we were staying in a jungle oasis but we were still only a 10 min tuk tuk or a 40 min walk from town. The birdsong in the mornings or the train chugging past on the railway line just below has to be experienced. The room & bathroom was compact but beautifully furnished which made it an excellent place to recover after hiking the hills around Ella. 10/10 would stay again!!
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
121 reviews
Price from
£45.53
1 night, 2 adults

Situated within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Poomaz Peace Palace provides accommodation with seating area.

Wonderful view of Ella Rock
Review score
9.2
Superb
560 reviews
Price from
£38.32
1 night, 2 adults

Situated within 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden and 49 km of Horton Plains National Park in Ella, 59B Rest Inn Ella offers accommodation with seating area.

We had a lovely stay here. The room is basic but with all you need and had the comfiest bed and pillow we have had on our trip in Sri Lanka. The host is so warm and welcoming and it was lovely sharing tea on the patio. Thank you!
Review score
9.1
Superb
326 reviews
Price from
£18.39
1 night, 2 adults

Offering mountain views, Ella Mount Relax Cottage is an accommodation set in Ella, 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

Location
Review score
9.1
Superb
280 reviews
Price from
£40.69
1 night, 2 adults

Set within 5.4 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Blooming Rose Ella provides accommodation with seating area.

Excellence Super Service
Review score
9.4
Superb
577 reviews
Price from
£45.60
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Ella and only 4.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Third Eye Ella provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Comfortable and clean, staff were very friendly they let us leave bags for the day, good aircon, hot water and nice shower, only a 5 min walk to the Main Street, lovely view from balcony. We would recommend staying here.
Review score
9.5
Exceptional
404 reviews
Price from
£36.71
1 night, 2 adults
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    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 1,050 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Green Village offers accommodation with patio, around 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Guest review
    friendly owners with tuktuk. good breakfast & splendid location..
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    9.3
    Superb · 165 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Mountain vibe ella provides accommodation with balcony, around 6.3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Guest review
    The amazing view, the great host and the delicious food
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    9.6
    Exceptional · 297 reviews

    Featuring lake views, Eagle View villa offers accommodation with balcony, around 18 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Everything is very good and the owner is friendly.
  • Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 101 reviews

    Featuring lake views, meditation monastery stay offers accommodation with balcony, around 5.1 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. With river views, this accommodation features a patio.

    Guest review
    We enjoyed the tranquility and exceptional hospitality
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 103 reviews

    Nature Green Hotels On Rock Home Ella, a property with a garden, is set in Ella, 7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 2.5 km from Ella Rock, as well as 2.9 km from Ella Spice Garden.

    Guest review
    Nice people, good breakfast including monkey protection.
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 208 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, HOME HOSTEL ELLA private rooms only is located in Ella, 5.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 48 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    Guest review
    The place is amazing. Beautiful views, quiet and clean.
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    9.5
    Exceptional · 107 reviews

    Wingate Homestay has a terrace and is situated in Ella, within just less than 1 km of Ella Spice Garden and a 11-minute walk of Ella Railway Station.

    Guest review
    Wonderful and kind family, lovely breakfast, great location and fantastic room
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    9.2
    Superb · 400 reviews

    Located in Ella and only 6.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Rainbow Sky Cottage provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Amazing place, very nice people, we had a good stay

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    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 179 reviews

    Boasting a patio with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, Rock Grand View can be found in Ella, close to Ella Railway Station and 5.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Guest review
    Awesome host Beautiful location Completely loved it
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    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 144 reviews

    Set in Ella and only 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Sri Bhavan Ella offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Great place conveniently located within walking distance from the train station. Great breakfast.
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    9.1
    Superb · 626 reviews

    Situated just 6.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Shining Green View offers accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Guest review
    Everything! Amazing breakfast, dinner, views and staff!
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    9.8
    Exceptional · 121 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Serene Homestay Ella offers accommodation with a terrace, around 7.1 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    Guest review
    The views and the incredibly kind family that run it.
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    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 185 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Happy Horizon Home Stay offers accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Guest review
    A very nice location and an absolutely lovely owner.
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    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 560 reviews

    Situated within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Poomaz Peace Palace provides accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    The amazing balcony view! Highly recommend this place
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    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 315 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and city view, NatureWoodland is situated in Ella, 1.7 km from Ella Rock and 2.1 km from Ella Spice Garden.

    Guest review
    Amazing views! Wonderful food! Friendly hosts! 10/10!
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 419 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Ella green stay features accommodation with terrace, around 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Guest review
    Everything was perfect I really recommend it A+++

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Ella

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 9 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Pleasant Sun View features accommodation with a terrace, around 5.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Featuring mountain and river views, this homestay also has free WiFi.

    Guest review
    Very friendly hosts, daughter spoke good English. Clean room, good wifi. Nice breakfast.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 70 reviews

    Set in Ella and only 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Lush In Ella offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Breakfast was great with a good view of valley and waterfall
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 291 reviews

    Situated within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Dhanudi Homestay provides accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    Best breakfast ☺️ amazing hoost, clean and good location ☀️
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 192 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Mount shadows features accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 5.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony.

    Guest review
    It had the best view, the room was clean and the breakfast great.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 599 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 48 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, Eminence ella provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

    Guest review
    It was close to the city and staff was very helpful
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 404 reviews

    Located in Ella and only 4.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Third Eye Ella provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Nice place close to the center of Ella. Good value for money. Amazing stuff
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 205 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Bella Ella is situated in Ella, 6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 50 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    Guest review
    Amazing acomodation with a beautiful view and tadty breakfast.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 113 reviews

    Located in Ella and only 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Home Away Ella provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Beautiful room and amazing breakfast, can just recommend it.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 440 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Cozy Homestay offers accommodation with balcony, around 5.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Guest review
    Very clean and comfortable. Great outlook amongst the trees and birds.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 256 reviews

    Set within 4.5 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Royal Vantage features accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    Very nice breakfast friendly people, short walk into town (via train track)
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 577 reviews

    Set within 5.4 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Blooming Rose Ella provides accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    Fabulous views, lovely balcony, the best breakfast we had in Sri Lanka.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 587 reviews

    Offering city views, Will Guest Homestay is an accommodation located in Ella, 50 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden and 2 km from Ella Railway Station.

    Guest review
    Amazing view. Clean and specious rooms. Friendly and helpful hosts. Very tasty food. 100% recommend!
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 111 reviews

    Nethanya Homestay is set in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, and offers a terrace, garden, and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    Guest review
    Very nice place and extremely friendly family. I can recommend this place a lot.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 428 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Rest Full Homestay features accommodation with balcony, around 5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Guest review
    Lovely garden and friendly owner. Very good value.
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 312 reviews

    Little paradise Homestay, a property with a garden, is situated in Ella, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 50 km from Horton Plains National Park, as well as less than 1 km from Ella Spice Garden.

    Guest review
    The owner and her kind and helpfullness. The room was spaceious and clean.
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 20 reviews

    Little Hideaway Guest Home, a property with a garden, is set in Ella, 5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 50 km from Horton Plains National Park.

    Guest review
    The location and the kindness of the host family. The host can speak a very good English!
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 175 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Star Gaze Lodge features accommodation with balcony, around 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Guest review
    Very beautiful and clean room. Breakfast was delicious Friendly dogs!
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 89 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Rock Paradise Homestay provides accommodation with balcony, around 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Guest review
    Incredible view, Sri Lanka breakfast served beautifully
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 8 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Green Villa Sunrising features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 326 reviews

    Situated within 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden and 49 km of Horton Plains National Park in Ella, 59B Rest Inn Ella offers accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    Super friendly and kind Host. The best accomodation in Ella.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 51 reviews

    Set within 4.7 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Sunbeam Homestay features accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    Great location, friendly staff would definitely recommend 😊
  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 264 reviews

    Offering a restaurant and free bikes, Eden View Ella - Tour options in the area is located in Ella. Free WiFi access is available in the public areas of the property.

    Guest review
    Nice room with the best view! And lovely breakfast!
  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 141 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Cloud Castle Homestay provides accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a shared kitchen.

    Guest review
    The balcony is good, the location is very near to the center.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 11 reviews

    Gotrika Guest House features a balcony and is set in Ella, within just 500 metres of Ella Railway Station and 800 metres of Ella Spice Garden.

    Guest review
    It’s a great deal and a safe place for solo travelers.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 27 reviews

    Dawn View Home Stay, a property with a garden, is set in Ella, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 1.3 km from Ella Spice Garden, as well as 1 km from Ella Railway Station.

    Guest review
    The best thing about the property is the amazing host. He is able to arrange tuk tuks at good prices., taxis, instructions for finding tourist hotspots and is very responsive. The property is beautiful with a great view.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 10 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Ella Curve features accommodation with balcony, around 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Very nice hotel, only a 20 minute walk from the town centre. Very new and every thing was spotless. Good breakfast. Waking up on the morning and overlooking the trees and bushes ads to the experience. The hosts are very helpful and will do anything to make your stay a good one.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 13 reviews

    Situated just 45 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, Green Wood Hotel offers accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

    Guest review
    Our visit to the green wood was great. The welcome from the family whole hearted and generous.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 76 reviews

    Located within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Blossom Inn provides accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    Amazing stay in Blossom Inn! Our host was wonderful and gave us great advice !! I highly recommend this place!

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  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 107 reviews
    All-round really nice homestay and lovely hosts!
    Guest review by
    Hagen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £32.62
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 1,050 reviews
    Lovely host family, very welcoming. Amazing views from the terraces on each level. Rooms are comfortable with hot water showers and air con. Great breakfast in the morning. We asked for omelettes the second day and this was not a problem. Just bear in mind there is a very steep hill down to the accommodation so bear in mind if you have any difficulty mobility wise. The Main Street is very close for restaurants etc and the walk to the nine arch bridge and little Adam’s peak is quite close from the homestay.
    Guest review by
    Jenny
    Group
  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 185 reviews
    We really loved our stay in Happy Horizon Home Stay. Very nice owners, great breakfast, beautiful view, ... You can easily reach Ella town by foot and Happy Horizon Homestay is the ideal starting point for a hike to Ella rock.
    Guest review by
    Ann
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 110 reviews
    The homestay has a beautiful garden and a very cosy veranda with a great view at a green scenery. The location is perfect, just some 500m from the center, but also a hike to little Adams peak or the nine arch bridge will take only 30-60 minutes. The host family is very friendly and welcoming and provides a very tasty breakfast in the morning. Definitely a great place to stay in Ella!
    Guest review by
    Rachelle
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 163 reviews
    I had a lovely time at Mellow Homestay, the host family is very kind and the food (local breakfast) was probably one of the best I‘ve had in Sri Lanka! Thank you so much, I would definitely recommend this place! 🙏🏼
    Guest review by
    Martina
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 154 reviews
    It’s have been a pleasure to stay at Rose dale Homestay in Ella. The family that own this is very kind and helpful. The room is clean and have nice beds, the view is fantastic and the breakfast is superb. I really recommend this home stay! Thanks again
    Guest review by
    Dhananjana
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 205 reviews
    Great place, just out of town,ealkable or plenty of tuktuks avail. just a note,its up a few flights of stairs so would be difficult for someone with mobility issues to access. Beautiful views, wonderful breakfast. Lovely host family.
    Guest review by
    Hannah
    Young couple
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 66 reviews
    Beautiful and private homestay / guest house, with excellent facilities. A great place to stay, we are very grateful for hospitality. Well presented and great host who looked after us very well. Hospitality was first class!
    Guest review by
    Peter
    Young couple
  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 154 reviews
    This is a beautiful homestay where you can relax, the room terrace is big and has an amazing view where you can also enjoy your breakfast. The breakfast and dinner are delicious, taste and the best part is that they make it. The host family is incredible and help you in every moment. I wish them all the best for the future. I highly recommended Rosedale Homestay. Best of luck!
    Guest review by
    Dhananjana
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £25.04
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 108 reviews
    Very cute and private homestay on a quite side street while still close and in walking distance to the train station, main street and all sight in Ella including hikes to little Adam's peak, Ella rock and the 9 arch bridge. Very hospitable family who took care of us and even shared some home made food with us on New years day, all while caring for their newborn baby girl.
    Guest review by
    Sarah
    People with friends