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With Kataragama Temple reachable in 22 miles, WildEscape, Yala Blocks 3 & 5 provides accommodations, a restaurant, free bikes, a garden and a shared lounge.

Wow. Did not expect rooms of this quality! Very large farm land with few cabanas spread out. Feels like a mini village. Highlight was the fresh river and river deck which I spent most my time reading. This place opened up a different side to me. Food was all local and healthy. Amazing cycling experience around the village and local lake in the morning followed by a kanda (Herbal Juice with solid honey) in the morning and a river bath will now be my epitome of happiness.
Review score
7.0
Good
7 reviews
Price from
$75
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring a terrace and room service, Chillin Rawana is well set in Ella, 6.9 miles from Ella Rock and 9.2 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class.

I stayed at Chillin Rawana yesterday, and it was a great experience! The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. They made sure I had everything I needed. Thank you so much. I really loved my stay and would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Ella. I will definitely come back!
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$15
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Ella, 2.4 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden, Arawe Retreat has accommodations with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and mountain views.

Not clean and insects like cockroaches inside the rooms
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
264 reviews
Price from
$165
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Ella, 4.4 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, " YOLO " LOVELY COTTAGE has accommodations with a garden, free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk.

The friendliest and most caring family!
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
110 reviews
Price from
$75
1 night, 2 adults

Providing mountain views, a terrace and free WiFi, The Spice Lodge provides accommodations in a prime location in Ella, within a short distance of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak and...

Kamal was a phenomenal host who went above and beyond to ensure we had an amazing stay (giving rides to town, helping with dirt bike rentals, giving great personalized recommendations). Breakfast was the best we've had. Location was nicely off the main strip (though easily walkable) and convenient for hikes up Little Adam's Peak & Nine Arches Bridge. Highly recommend!
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
293 reviews
Price from
$47.02
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Ella, 3 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Tantra Ella Lodge has accommodations with a terrace, free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk.

One of our favorite accommodations during our trip through Sri Lanka. It is a short walk from the main station away from the noisy center and at the end of a more quiet street right be the jungle. It offers a super comfy communal terrace/chill area which is decorated with a lot of personality and attention to details. From there you can watch the nature in front of you and might even catch a glimpse of the giant squirrel or other exotic animals. The room we had was cozy and very clean. Had a great night's sleep there while listening to the sounds of nature. Highlight of the place is the host Angelo, who is just an overall awesome person and who went above and beyond to make us feel at home. Whether it's the chocolate cakes and tea upon arrival, serving us huge mountains of Sri Lankan breakfast every morning, letting us shower in an unoccupied room after we came back from a hike while already checked out or filling up our 5 liter water container before leaving, we really couldn't have asked for more. On top of that we had some nice conversations and received helpful recommendations. Thanks a lot for the great hospitality and hope to seeing you again.
Review score
9.7
Exceptional
134 reviews
Price from
$40.50
1 night, 2 adults

Providing mountain views and a terrace, Barn Hills provides accommodations well located in Ella, within a short distance of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

The view is amazing, located nearby the 9 arches. Owners will help you getting around by TukTuk.
Review score
9.2
Wonderful
265 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults

Providing river views, a garden and free WiFi, Ella Retreat Hotel Glamping Tent For Nature Lovers is located in Ella, 4.5 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 1.2 miles from Ella Rock.

Review score
9.4
Wonderful
45 reviews
Price from
$90
1 night, 2 adults

Providing city views, Nature's Rest in Ella provides accommodations, free bikes, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

Very welcoming and lovely guestfamily!! :-) the room was very comfortable and super clean. Hot water shower with good pressure. The location is Very peaceful 15 min drive out of town - beautiful birds and flowers :) breakfast and dinner was also really really good..
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
56 reviews
Price from
$16.20
1 night, 2 adults

THE JUNGLE CABIN ella enjoys a location in Ella, just 2.6 miles from Demodara Railway Station and 3.5 miles from Ella Train Station.

We had a fantastic stay here – the best we’ve had in Sri Lanka! We want to keep it our little secret, but the owner deserves more. Everything was taken care of, and the cottage had absolutely everything we needed, even travel adapters, bins, tea, coffee, umbrellas, everything. The view was truly stunning (overlooking a waterfall in a private patch of jungle). The owners were incredibly kind. For example, a thunderstorm caused a temporary power outage, they came through the pouring rain to bring us a storm lamp and an extra blanket we didn't ask for. Breakfast was absolutely amazing. We stayed for three nights (Ella is very easy to explore by scooter) and left with heavy hearts. In short: a beautiful place, beautiful people.
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
$60
1 night, 2 adults
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Ideal for nature lovers looking for a self-sufficient getaway, lodges are fully furnished and have kitchen facilities. Usually made of wood and surrounded by forests or mountains, lodges can be part of a group or a single unit. More remote than vacation homes, lodges are popular for safari trips.

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  • Avg. price/night: $37.10
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 60 reviews
    A perfect private place with nice river to cool down. The caretaker makes the best breakfast and dinners. It was very clean, warm shower, outside hammocks. And the Yala North gate is close by for safari in the less crowded part of Yala. Really a gem!
    Guest review by
    Schuring
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 44 reviews
    We had a wonderful stay! Our host showed us the sugar cane plantation, went on a little safari with us, spoiled our two little boys with sugar cane and river adventures and we couldn't have imagined a better stop on our road trip through Sri Lanka! The food was delicious, the service too and the host family was super friendly! Thank you for everything! We'll be happy to come back!
    Guest review by
    Janine
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $37.10
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 60 reviews
    We stayed here because we wanted to do a safari in Yala park. The place is really nice, a real retreat, surrounded by nature. They cooked for us - delicious dinner and they prepared a snack for the safari, which the host organised for us. Our driver Bati did an amazing job at spotting animals, he was super knowledgeable and friendly. We really enjoyed the time here.
    Guest review by
    Ionela
    Travelers with friends
  • Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 44 reviews
    This is a great place with wonderful view next to the river. The extraordinary friendly staff, a very helpful family prepared extremely tasty food for breakfast and dinner. We had a great Safari experience with the Jeep of the owner - felt like we were the only visitors to Yala National Park - owner is giving all to deliver an extraordinary experience. Very recommended!
    Guest review by
    sylvia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $37.10
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 60 reviews
    If you like a bit of adventure into the wild, this is the pace for you! Situated only 20 minutes drive from the National Park entrance, you will get the perfect quiet & chill atmosphere away from everything. The two hammocks in the patio will help you relax even more. Breakfast & Dinner were simply delicious (homemade products). Room is good and bathroom is just outside. I would recommend the Jeep Safari experience. Thank you to the host Suj for providing us with lots of information before our arrival.
    Guest review by
    Alice Ferrari
    Travelers with friends
  • Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 44 reviews
    In one word perfect! It’s a little hustle to get to the accomodation. But when you’re there bathiya will do everything to make you feel welcome. From a little walk through his garden to the amazing dinner he will provide for you. We even did 2 little safari’s in his jeep and he will tell you everything he knows about the animals and nature. When we go to Sri Lanka again, we defenitely will come back here!
    Guest review by
    Wessel
    Young couple
  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 80 reviews
    Bhagya was the perfect host. His accommodation is ideal for those who like a genuine home stay in a beautiful natural environment. The home cooked food from his mum was excellent. Bhagya looked after us and showed us around the local area. We also booked a safari into Yala national park with Bhagya and were very lucky to see lots of wild life including 2 leopards- thanks to his keen eyesight. Over all an excellent 3 night stay.
    Guest review by
    Alison
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $37.10
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 60 reviews
    Beautiful location, welcoming hospitality and great safari organised by the host.
    Guest review by
    Niamh
    Travelers with friends
  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 80 reviews
    Lovely peaceful cabin near the national park. Bhagya is a great host and the accommodation is ideal. The vain is private and comes with kitchenette loaded with snacks and cold drinks (even beer) and a washing machine for your clothes! The location is next to the national park, making it perfect for a safari trip. The food prepared by Bhagya’s mum is some of the best I’ve had in a two week trip in Sri Lanka!
    Guest review by
    Kim
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 80 reviews
    Very welcoming host who took us for a drive on his jeep to see the elephants on the day we arrived. Mama makes the best food! And the safari drive into the park was worth it. Would definitely recommend! Very homely location on a farm
    Guest review by
    Sinead
    Young couple