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Lush In Ella

Ella

Set in Ella and only 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Lush In Ella offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

C
Csilla
From
Slovakia
The owners were really nice, the view was amazing and the bed was soo comfortable. The breakfast was more than enough for 2 people and was delicious. I would highly recommend staying here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Ambiente Guest House

Ella

Ambiente Guest House, a property with a garden, is located in Ella, 5.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 50 km from Horton Plains National Park.

L
Lynette
From
Australia
We were a group of friends and stayed the one night here. This property exceeded our expectation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$56
1 night, 2 adults

Eagle View villa

Ella

Featuring lake views, Eagle View villa offers accommodation with balcony, around 18 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

K
Karin
From
Slovakia
Everything was perfect about our stay! The rooms very huge, clean, bright, they had everything you needed (AC, fan, net, mini fridge) the bathroom was also very nice and clean and the view was amazing!! We also loved the location, its around 30 min on scooter (the owner helped us with renting a scooter) to Ella, which we did not mind as we hate loud and touristic places like Ella. This place was thus perfect for us to relax and unwind and hide from all the tourism and commercialization. The breakfast were perfect, so so delicious and fresh!! And the owner and the boys were all very kind, helpful and nice. They even made us dinner one day and booked a tuktuk for us on last day as we needed to catch early train to Kandy. Overall it was perfect stay and I would recommend it to everyone!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
Price from
US$31.50
1 night, 2 adults

Dilshan Cottage

Ella

Boasting mountain views, Dilshan Cottage offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 1.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

N
Natasa Albreht
From
Slovenia
The location is great, peaceful and not far from main street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$28.50
1 night, 2 adults

Wingate Homestay

Ella

Wingate Homestay has a terrace and is situated in Ella, within just less than 1 km of Ella Spice Garden and a 11-minute walk of Ella Railway Station.

A
Aoife
From
Ireland
We had such a lovely stay at Wingate Homestay. The owner was so kind and welcoming, and she cooked us a delicious Sri Lankan breakfast every morning, always with plenty of fresh fruit – a real highlight of our stay! The room was charming and comfortable, with a mosquito net and a fan to keep things cool. The bathroom was modern and clean, with reliable hot water in the shower. The location is excellent – just a 5-minute walk into the main town, making it easy to explore Ella while still enjoying a peaceful setting. We originally planned to stay for a shorter time but ended up staying 3 nights because we liked it so much. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Ella!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
US$38
1 night, 2 adults

Rock Grand View

Ella

Boasting a patio with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, Rock Grand View can be found in Ella, close to Ella Railway Station and 5.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

h
hans
From
Netherlands
Perfect location, great views, near railways, so you can see the trains passing by. In 7 minutes you can walk to Ella. The other way on the railway will bring you to the waterfall en Ella Rock. When you just passed the trainbridge, go down, and ask the women for guiding you to a beautiful viewpoint. On your own its difficult to find. Breakfast is good. The caretaker Lashman is gentle and tells a lot of things to visit/to do. From were you will have breakfast, the view uphill is lovely, looks like a jungle. We parked our tuktuk just across the railway.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Shining Green View

Ella

Shining Green View has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Ella, 6.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. With city views, this accommodation offers a patio.

S
Stylianos
From
Cyprus
Amazing value for money. We had the family room which is huge with a beautiful, big balcony. Go for it even if you are only 2 people. The family who owns rhe guesthouse are amazing people. We celebrated the new year with them and we had a good fun time. Especially the owner’s brother is the best guy and he made us feel like at home. The breakfast is also great and huge, we couldnt finish it. We have also used the laundry service which was very convenient and cheap.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 743 reviews
Price from
US$76
1 night, 2 adults

V@Ella guesthouse

Ella

Boasting a garden and views of garden, V@Ella guesthouse is a recently renovated guest house set in Ella, 5.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

B
Bianca
From
Switzerland
This is the best accommodation we had in Sri Lanka. The owner and his family are so incredibly friendly, attentive and helpful. Our train was 3 hours late and we arrived at 10pm, he picked us up from the train station. Communication via WhatsApp worked perfectly. This is one of those accommodations that you never forget...
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Third Eye Ella

Ella

Located in Ella and only 4.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Third Eye Ella provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Satu
From
Finland
Staying at Third Eye Ella was an excellent experience from start to finish. The room was impeccably clean and extremely well-equipped, making for a comfortable and convenient stay. The bed was very comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. One of the highlights of my stay was the breathtaking view from the balcony. From this vantage point, I could see Ella Rock, Ravana Falls, and railway tracks, which added a unique charm to the scenery. The service at Third Eye Ella was very good. The staff were incredibly friendly and hospitable, always going above and beyond to make me feel welcome. The breakfast provided was delicious and satisfying, offering a great start to the day. The location of Third Eye Ella is excellent, situated conveniently close to the town. This made it easy to explore Ella and its surroundings without any hassle. Overall, my stay at Third Eye Ella was perfect, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a top-notch accommodation in Ella.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
Price from
US$66.50
1 night, 2 adults

Ella green stay

Ella

Boasting mountain views, Ella green stay features accommodation with terrace, around 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

K
Katie
From
United Kingdom
Amazing stay, great location and fabulous breakfast. The lady who runs it is so friendly and also has a great laundry service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews
Price from
US$23.63
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$45.90
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 817 reviews
    we were flabbergasted by the view at ella gap from the rooftop. crew was amazingly helpful. they drove our tuktuk up to the guesthouse because we didn’t dare to drive the steep hill. hilltop is away from the busy and loud mainstreet. superquiet allthough 5 minutes from the centre. our host gave us the perfect advice to get around.
    Guest review by
    rachel
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$28
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews
    Really great location just up from the high street in quiet area. Pleasant terrace outside room with place to relax. Good hot shower with good pressure. Large bed and friendly host who offered lots of travel advice. No aircon in room, but air cooler in room was sufficient
    Guest review by
    Winnie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
    nice host surely there would be a charming view, unfortunately there was heavy fog during our stay you could hear music and parties in the city center but it was quiet in the hotel :))
    Guest review by
    Daniel Vach
    Young couple