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<h2>Elegant Accommodations</h2> Ananda Rest-Ella in Ella offers a serene garden and complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Guests enjoy balconies with garden and mountain views, private bathrooms, and modern amenities including tea and coffee makers, electric kettles, and free toiletries. <h2>Comfortable Facilities</h2> The hotel provides free on-site parking, an outdoor seating area, and full-day security. Additional services include a paid airport shuttle, housekeeping, bicycle parking, bike and car hire, and express check-in and check-out. <h2>Delicious Breakfast</h2> A full English or Irish breakfast is served daily, alongside Asian options. Outdoor dining areas enhance the breakfast experience, offering a variety of delightful morning meals. <h2>Prime Location</h2> Located 55 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, Ananda Rest-Ella is near attractions such as Demodara Nine Arch Bridge (5 mi), Ella Railway Station (2.5 mi), and Ella Rock (5 mi). Hiking enthusiasts can explore nearby trails.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Full English/Irish, Asian

    • Free parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.4
High score for Ella

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Damith
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    I recently stayed at Ananda Rest Ella, and it was an incredible experience. The surroundings are breathtakingly natural, providing a serene and peaceful environment. The hospitality was top-notch—warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive. The...
  • Anuruddhika
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Clean and comfortable rooms with excellent breakfast options. The staff provided great hospitality. The Ananda Rest offers a scenic view paired with cool, refreshing weather. You can wake up to the sound of parrots and various birds. You can...
  • Isuru
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    The stay at Ananda Rest Ella was absolutely peaceful! I woke up to the sweet chirping of birds, and the breakfast was amazing. The weather was a bit chilly and misty, which made it feel extra special. I highly recommend it for a relaxing getaway!..😊
  • Eilat
    Israel Israel
    We are an older couple who enjoy the quiet location outside the city. The room is very good, great shower and hot water all the time
  • Sonia
    France France
    Amazing place everything so clean and and the hotel managers are incredibly kind. The breakfast was really very good. I recommend this hotel. Thank you so much for everything
  • Chermenschi
    Romania Romania
    Everything - the room, the location, the staff, the breakfast, the cleanliness, everything was perfect
  • Deacon
    Isle of Man Isle of Man
    The best stay in Sri Lanka by far. Ananda and his wife are very lovely people and were extremely hospitable. The room is very spacious and kept brilliantly. The breakfast was great and the surrounding scenery was beautiful. Thank you so much, we...
  • Sara
    Slovenia Slovenia
    The nature around the accommodation, the hospitality of the owners, the facilities, breakfast - everything was great! But the kindness of the owners makes the experience even better.
  • Nikki
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This place was beautiful and located in a lovely tea plantation. The hosts could not have been more welcoming and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. The setting was incredible. What a lovely stay we had!!!
  • Rajiv
    India India
    Very neat and clean rooms, hot water worked. No need for AC. Ananda was a very warm host. Good breakfast of fruits, salads, eggs, toast. His wife made eggless pancakes for us. We had dinner at the guest house one night which was good. Ananda took...

Hotel area info

Amenities of Ananda Rest-Ella
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Car rental
    • Express check-in/out
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
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    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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