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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Opal Cottage Ella in Ella offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden or pool views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, work desk, and free WiFi. Wellness and Leisure: Guests can relax at the spa and wellness center, sun terrace, or in the garden. Additional facilities include a swimming pool, outdoor seating area, and free private parking. Dining Experience: Breakfast is served in-room with American, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and Asian options. Fresh juices, pancakes, and fruits are available each morning. Convenient Location: Located 53 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the property is near Demodara Nine Arch Bridge (3.7 mi) and Ella Railway Station (1.2 mi). Activities such as cycling and hiking are popular.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Located in the top-rated area in Ella, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8!

    • Breakfast Info

    • Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Asian, American, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    France France
    Amazing cottage in the mountains, really calm and peaceful. The breakfast is incredible and you take it on your private balcony with the bird songs all around while enjoying the view on Ella's rock and Little Adam. And at night you will be...
  • Raz
    Israel Israel
    Great view,delicious breakfast and super nice room with lovely hosts :)
  • Shashini
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    A very beautiful place to stay for those going to Ella. Transportation from ella to the lodge is provided. Delicious breakfast. Tranquil environment and friendly hospitality. Those who stay there will get to see the beautiful surroundings. ...
  • Bastiaan
    Belgium Belgium
    This place was 100% romantic lying on a hillside. The view was great. It is not a luxury place but there is a fridge, water boiler, hairdryer etc. Breakfast is good and the owner is friendly. He also offers tuktuk service on request. I felt it is...
  • Casey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Thank you for hosting us. We enjoyed our stay. You were very accommodating and provided us with advice and connections with your Tuk Tuk and a taxi.
  • Biff
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean, comfortable bed, breakfast was big and varied, owners super helpful and provided transport from train station as otherwise would be difficult to find. Would stay again
  • Adelheid
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Pretty cottage on a hillside. The owner picks you up by tuktuk. Good and rich breakfast.
  • Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, spacious room that was really well equipped, including a hairdryer and fridge. Bed was comfortable and mosquito net was good. The breakfast was excellent - really delicious. Laundry was really good. Clothes smelled fresh and folded with...
  • Juan_canmor
    Spain Spain
    Good quality/price room, with good matress, mosquito net protection and antimosquito plug device, hot water, fridge! hair dryier and a iron. The terrace and the views were amazing, its the perfect place to relax and enjoy being in the nature. The...
  • Brooke
    Australia Australia
    Our stay at Opal Cottage was divine. We loved the location as it was so tranquil and relaxing, however would recommend your own transport for ease but the host can also assist in drop off's and pick ups from the town if he is available. Our hosts...

Area info

Amenities of Opal Cottage Ella
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Family rooms
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

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

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • River view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Basic free Wifi 15 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

    Transportation

    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/out
    • ATM on site
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Baby safety gates

    Cleaning Services

    • Ironing service
    • Dry cleaning
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

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

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Smoke-free property
    • Mosquito net
    • Private entrance
    • Car rental
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Room service

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Spa

    • Spa

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Opal Cottage Ella takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
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    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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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.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

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