Ella city ,Ella ., 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka
#193 of 413 B&Bs and inns in Ella
Guests' ChoiceBased on 386 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.9
Free Wifi
8.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 9, 2025
John-paul
Saudi ArabiaBreakfast could have been a bit better but there are plenty of options within a 5 minute walk.
Great location - right next to town but you still get a great view. Hotel was child friendly and easy to find. The owner / manager was very helpful providing a tour map / suggested how to spend the day.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 7, 2025
Brant
United StatesIf you want Sri Lankan breakfast you need to order the day before. I didn't realize this the first day, but got it ordered for the second day. Western breakfast is ready every day.
Quiet place with a stunning view. Just up a short hill at the foot of town so very easy to walk to the main road for coffee, dinner, etc. The family was so nice and helpful. Just ask them, and they are happy to help. Also do 12 hour turnaround on laundry. Great value spot and cool little town. Well worth the price.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: April 6, 2025
Alda
United KingdomWi-Fi strong Views Location v near Ella town centre
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 3, 2025
Gerben
NetherlandsIt took quite a while before we got warm water in the shower but that’s a very minor thing
Nice guesthouse on a great and quiet location really close to the vibrant part of Ella Town. The host was very welcoming and provided great tips for the area. The rooms are basic but spacious and clean. And the view on Little Adam’s Peak and Ella Rock from the roof terrace is amazing.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Maja
GermanyWe had a pleasant stay. Everything was clean, and the owners were very friendly and helpful. The accommodation has a great location. All the restaurants were close, the bus stopp was just 5 minutes away and the sights were also not that far away.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 22, 2025
James
United StatesThe road up to the hotel was too steep and narrow for some vehicles
Great view, breakfast, and staff support
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: March 22, 2025
Susan
United KingdomNothing (room is old fashioned but it has everything you need)
Fabulous view from breakfast and rooftop terraces. Friendly, helpful staff..provided hand drawn map of area and key points of interest (I recommend main path through woods not short cut to Nine Arch Bridge) . Good location to walk into town and to Little Adam's Peak, Nine Arch Bridge and Ella's Rock.Delicious breakfast. Kettle in room.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 21, 2025
Joanna
SpainThe hammocks on the rooftop turned us into salami. We love a good hammock but unfortunately these were very uncomfortable.
We loved our stay here. The room was great and the location was perfect. Staff are helpful and friendly.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 20, 2025
Annabel
United KingdomOnly feedback I could perhaps include is maybe to have the room made/cleaned each day? But one of the nights, when I did ask them to remove a gecko from my room, they did then ask if I wanted my room cleaned so I’m sure it wouldn’t be a problem if you asked!
Location was perfect! 5 minute walk from the main strip and walking distance to Ella rock, little Adam’s peak, none arch bridge. Staff were lovely and went above and beyond. When we arrived the host gave us all information regarding activities locally. It was my birthday and she surprised me with a hamper! Room was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. I usually require a/c but the fan provided was sufficient and with the window open it cooled down in the evening as Ella is slightly cooler at night.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 18, 2025
Theresa
Germanyreally loud in the morning
nice room, everything you need
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 17, 2025
Esme
United KingdomGreat location, good rooms and very friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 10, 2025
Martha
United KingdomSome noise from the bars when out on the roof terrace in the evening but we couldn’t hear anything from our room
Excellent location, with amazing views from the terrace and roof terrace. Close to main strip but very peaceful. Comfortable and clean. Friendly helpful staff
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 3, 2025
Samuel
United KingdomFantastic view and the host was so helpful helping us plan the walks we wanted to do Was a little bit off the main strip which was good as it is quite commercialised there.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: March 3, 2025
John
United KingdomOld house with character
Great view from balcony
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Hana
CroatiaThis was also a magical place on our trip to Sri Lanka. Superhospitable staff, amazing breakfast with among others best cheese and egg sandwiches and curd with honey. Amazing dinner also. In front of your room there are comfortable seats to rest and enjoy the greenery all around. Then, there is an amazing rooftop place with the best view ever. Sunrises and sundowns. Magical. I highly recommend this place. In your room there is everything you need, an A/C, a hairdryer, a small fridge, drinkable water, cozy beds, hot shower, everything is clean and tidy. Amazing place, wish we had more days there. 10/10.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 22, 2025
Maud
NorwayThis guest house has the most stunning view, and the staff are very polite🥰we really enjoyed our stay, we recommend!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 22, 2025
Lisa
United KingdomFantastic views from the terrace. Delicious and generous home cooked Sri Lankan breakfast. Super clean & comfortable room. Lovely owners who helped us book a driver for the day. Great location - central but away from the hubbub.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 21, 2025
Thea
United KingdomLovely staff, great value for money, well maintained and excellent location
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 17, 2025
Patricia
Netherlandsnothing! (i should have given a rating of 9 and not 8)
the owner (i think she was the owner) was super nice and responsive. Our arrival got delayed by 3 hours and she was very understanding. She also gives great recommendations. The location is perfect. Probably the best in Ella: its 2 minutes down the hill to reach the main street. in ella the mainstream is noisy and loud and busy and i wouldnt want to stay there but in the hilltop you are very close to all the restaurants without hearing the noise all night. We were really happy with our room and the ammenities.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 14, 2025
Dale
United KingdomLocation although up a steep hill. lots of spa facilities around.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 11, 2025
Robb
United StatesWould have like to pay by credit card but not a big deal if you plan ahead to have the cash
Everything was great. Easy checkin. Room was clean and comfortable. Views are fantastic. Very close to shops and restaurants
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 11, 2025
Blanka
AustriaThe best view in Ella and a really really nice host! We could stay 2 more nights without booking in advance, used the laundry service and got a lot of sightseeing recommondations. A perfect stay!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 6, 2025
Sohnali
CanadaProximity to town
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 29, 2025
Helen
AustraliaGreat location near restaurants etc, yet up a hill and quiet. Lovely view and good breakfast.
Stayed in January 2025
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