Once in Ella
Once in Ella
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Located within 5.8 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 50 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Once in Ella features accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. Free private parking is available and the guest house also provides bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. Opening to a terrace with mountain or garden views, all units are fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms have a balcony. At the guest house, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Continental and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and pancakes are available daily. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Ella Spice Garden is less than 1 km from the guest house, while Ella Railway Station is a 12-minute walk away. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 85 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Room service
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Delphine
Sweden“Soothing view over the garden. It’s close to the main road, yet so peaceful and quiet. I highly recommend Once in Ella.” - Natalia
United Kingdom“Big and comfortable mattress, clean and big room and peaceful and wildlife at you door step. Room downstairs it’s better.” 
Blake
Australia“Jungle off the back porch. We saw fire flys at night, monkeys, porky pine and mongoose right from the back step. The property was down a steep path from the main road so it was nice and quiet. Pretty central.”
Stacey United Kingdom“Really friendly owners who live in the house next door. Great location close to the centre of Ella albeit at the bottom of a very steep hill which is to be expected in Ella and you soon acclimatise! Clean room with big bathroom and comfy bed so...”- Karan United Kingdom“A cosy little spot hidden away in a quiet corner of Ella, surrounded by trees. The best part for me? The wildlife! In one afternoon, I saw a family of monkeys, mongooses, and a giant squirrel. Plus, the WiFi was solid—perfect for a nomad!”
Julia Australia“We loved staying here, the room was very spacious and tidy with everything we needed, and in a beautiful setting amongst the jungle. We found the town centre quite busy, so it was lovely to be able to come down here to escape when we needed. We...”- Daria
Russia“The modern like style, it's really a rare find in Sri Lanka. Close to the main road yet quiet and close to nature. We were able to get a late check-in and early check-out. No insects during our 1 night stay, no mold detected Liked the place...” 
Olesya
United Arab Emirates“Clean, spacious room, and that’s the only place out of 3 where I had a proper bed setting. There was a blanket, never thought I’d be happy to have it. So comfy bed, pillows and blanket. Liked the room and views a lot. I wish I could stay there...”
Marilin
Estonia“Cute little house rounded with nature! You can hear all the birds and animals doing all kind of sounds, we enjoy that! Also enjoyed the monkeys who crossed the electric cable every day. After more than 3 weeks in Sri Lanka I would say that this...”
Adem United Kingdom“This accommodation is incredible. There are 2 rooms in a V shape building. One upstairs one down. They both have balcony's and overlook the forest which has monkeys swinging around. We sat upstairs and had tea while watching the monkeys swing....”
Quality rating
Hosted by Deshan Kalupahana
Property surroundings
Facilities of Once in EllaGreat facilities! Review score, 8.4
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Room service
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
Room Amenities
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
Living Area
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Breakfast in the room
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
Transport
- Public transport ticketsAdditional charge
Services
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Daily housekeepingAdditional charge
- Private check-in/check-out
- Wake-up service
- Room service
Reception services
- Invoice provided
General
- Mosquito net
- Tile/marble floor
- Private entrance
- Fan
Languages spoken
- English
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
