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Green Village

Ella

Featuring mountain views, Green Village offers accommodation with balcony, around 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

O
Owen
From
Hong Kong
A lovely family run hotel in a great location in Ella. The rooms were spacious and comfortable! Staff were friendly and always helpful! The view from the balcony was out of this world. The breakfast was absolutely delicious! I would highly recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,173 reviews
Price from
US$48.47
1 night, 2 adults

Mountain Shack Homestay

Ella

Set in Ella and only 2.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Mountain Shack Homestay offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

D
Daniela
From
Austria
The accommodation was really nice! The bed was very comfortable and cozy, beautiful room and bathroom. Also with hot water pump! The breakfast was delicious and they made it for the time we wanted to have it. Lovely people!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Mohamed
From
India
The location is beautiful, it has a very romantic vibe to it. The way they have built the wooden cabin is so aesthetic and well planned. The hosts were super helpful and the breakfast was amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Neon Sky Nest

Ella

Located in Ella and only 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Neon Sky Nest provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

K
Karolina
From
Poland
Highly recommended! The owner is a sympathetic guy, takes care of you, the breakfast- beside it was delicious, eating breakfast with this view was spectacular experience. Clean and comfortable- you can enjoy the noises of jungle and relax on the terrace with a stunning view!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
Price from
US$21
1 night, 2 adults

Breeze Blows Inn

Ella

Set 1.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Breeze Blows Inn offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a terrace.

d
dhanushka
From
Sri Lanka
We had a lovely experience. Friendly &supportive owner &staff. Breakfast was delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Rawana homestay Ella

Ella

Featuring mountain views, Forest Rawana homestay Ella provides accommodation with terrace, around 6.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

H
Hidde
From
Netherlands
This place was more than nice! The lovely family, the views, the room and last but not least the breakfast. Everyday you get different types of fruit, juices and curry/dahl/pancakes. Everything is fresh from their own family farm. They also gave us a tour through their farm, what was really great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

The kingdom of ella

Ella

Boasting mountain views, The kingdom of ella features accommodation with balcony, around 7.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

L
Lahiru Madhushan
From
Sri Lanka
An absolute paradise! From the moment I stepped into the room managed by this wonderful family, I was captivated by the pristine cleanliness, attention to detail, and matchless amenities. The room not only met but exceeded my expectations – it was exactly as described, impeccably clean, and equipped with all the advertised facilities. A flawless blend of comfort and style awaited me. The hospitality was exceptional, and the breakfast was a delightful highlight, offering an exceptional blend of cultural foods. It's a true haven for anyone looking to book a place online with confidence. The family's warm hospitality, combined with the delectable breakfast, made my stay unforgettable. This hidden gem is now my go-to destination, and I'm already counting down the days until my next visit! What sets this place apart is not just the outstanding accommodations but also the tranquil surroundings. The room is situated in a nature-friendly environment, surrounded by calmness and devoid of any noise. Breathing in the fresh air made me feel incredibly serene, and the natural setting, reminiscent of a paradise in the middle of a jungle with a tea estate, added to the charm. The bathroom, designed to make you feel like you're in the middle of the trees, contributed to the overall calming ambiance. The hot water and water pressure were perfect, exceeding my expectations. The spacious room offered more than ample space, and the thoughtful inclusion of tea, coffee, and Nescafe added a homely touch. Additionally, there was even a checkerboard, providing extra entertainment. In summary, this place surpassed all my expectations, offering a serene escape with top-notch amenities and a warm family touch. Highly recommended for those seeking an unforgettable retreat!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
US$44
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.

M
Michael
From
Germany
BEAUTIFUL VIEW, sunrise directly over the hills from balcony 😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
US$56
1 night, 2 adults

Star Gaze Lodge

Ella

Boasting mountain views, Star Gaze Lodge features accommodation with balcony, around 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free...

T
Tom
From
Australia
Stunning views, incredible breakfast and the service by Teesha and Wahuna was amazing. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable! We had such a great stay and will be certainly staying there again when we come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
US$34
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.

s
seneth
From
Austria
very tasty breakfast. friendly service reasonable price
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Ella and nearby

Ella Banana Rest Inn

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Ella Banana Rest Inn provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 4.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

From US$15 per night

Great escape ella

Ella
Central location

Situated in Ella in the Badulla District region, with Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and Ella Spice Garden nearby, Great escape ella features accommodation with free private parking.

From US$44.40 per night

Travel rest inn

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

Situated in Ella and only 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Travel rest inn features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

Situated in Ella, within 4.4 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Super Spot Guest House features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for...

From US$25 per night

Sudumal Cottage

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews

Sudumal Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Ella, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 49 km from Horton Plains National Park, as well as 500 metres from Ella Spice Garden.

From US$34 per night

59B Rest Inn Ella

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews

Boasting garden views, 59B Rest Inn Ella features accommodation with patio, around 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

From US$28 per night

The Rock Face

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews

Situated in Ella, a 17-minute walk from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The Rock Face has a terrace and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$28 per night

Poomaz Peace Palace

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews

Situated within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Poomaz Peace Palace provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$103.53 per night

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Ella Odyssey Inn

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews

Offering quiet street views, Ella Odyssey Inn is an accommodation situated in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From US$37.17 per night

Top Heaven

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

Located within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Top Heaven offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$27.90 per night

Elegant Home Stay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews

Located within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Elegant Home Stay offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$35 per night

Nimsara Homestay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews

Situated within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Nimsara Homestay offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$20.68 per night

Home Away Ella

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

Located in Ella and only 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Home Away Ella provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$45 per night

Senasuma Homestay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews

Offering a terrace and views of the mountain, Senasuma Homestay is set in Ella. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and free private parking is available on site.

From US$40 per night

Welcome Homestay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

Offering mountain views, Welcome Homestay is an accommodation situated in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From US$45 per night

Rest Full Homestay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Rest Full Homestay features accommodation with balcony, around 5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

From US$33.75 per night

Save money on homestays in Ella and nearby – budget options available

Hilltop Guest House

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 822 reviews

Offering a restaurant, Hilltop guest House is located in Ella. Free WiFi access is available. Room service can be requested. Each room here will provide you with a seating area.

From US$52.20 per night

Little paradise Homestay

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 381 reviews

Little paradise Homestay, a property with a garden, is situated in Ella, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 50 km from Horton Plains National Park, as well as less than 1 km from Ella Spice Garden.

From US$50.50 per night

Lakshmis Hotel Ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a sun terrace, Lakshmis Hotel Ella offers accommodation in Ella, 1.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Free private parking is available on site.

From US$55 per night

Little Hideaway Home Stay

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Set within 5 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Little Hideaway Home Stay provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$37.74 per night

Shadow Inn ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Located just 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, Shadow Inn ella features accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

From US$43.20 per night

Blossom Inn

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

Located within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Blossom Inn offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$25.50 per night

Ella Green Cottages

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

Surrounded by natural green forest, Ella Green Cottages is situated 300 meters away from Ella City.

From US$73.63 per night

Ella green stay

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews

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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews
All-round really nice homestay and lovely hosts!
Guest review by
Hagen
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$64.94
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,175 reviews
Lovely host family, very welcoming. Amazing views from the terraces on each level. Rooms are comfortable with hot water showers and air con. Great breakfast in the morning. We asked for omelettes the second day and this was not a problem. Just bear in mind there is a very steep hill down to the accommodation so bear in mind if you have any difficulty mobility wise. The Main Street is very close for restaurants etc and the walk to the nine arch bridge and little Adam’s peak is quite close from the homestay.
Guest review by
Jenny
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
We really loved our stay in Happy Horizon Home Stay. Very nice owners, great breakfast, beautiful view, ... You can easily reach Ella town by foot and Happy Horizon Homestay is the ideal starting point for a hike to Ella rock.
Guest review by
Ann
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
I had a lovely time at Mellow Homestay, the host family is very kind and the food (local breakfast) was probably one of the best I‘ve had in Sri Lanka! Thank you so much, I would definitely recommend this place! 🙏🏼
Guest review by
Martina
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
It’s have been a pleasure to stay at Rose dale Homestay in Ella. The family that own this is very kind and helpful. The room is clean and have nice beds, the view is fantastic and the breakfast is superb. I really recommend this home stay! Thanks again
Guest review by
Dhananjana
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Great place, just out of town,ealkable or plenty of tuktuks avail. just a note,its up a few flights of stairs so would be difficult for someone with mobility issues to access. Beautiful views, wonderful breakfast. Lovely host family.
Guest review by
Hannah
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
This is a beautiful homestay where you can relax, the room terrace is big and has an amazing view where you can also enjoy your breakfast. The breakfast and dinner are delicious, taste and the best part is that they make it. The host family is incredible and help you in every moment. I wish them all the best for the future. I highly recommended Rosedale Homestay. Best of luck!
Guest review by
Dhananjana
Solo traveller