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At the guest house, all units are equipped with a desk. Each unit is fitted with a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a terrace and some have mountain views. All units have a wardrobe.

It’s a brand new hotel, in the middle of the jungle. The rooms were, perfectly clean, large and very comfortable and there was a nice jungle view from the balcony. The staff is very attentive and helpful. We did not have dinner there but breakfast was good (English breakfast).

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9
Superb
189 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

The units at the guest house feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Amazing room with beautiful view from the balcony, very attentive staff, and lovely breakfast. Only two rooms here so it feels very private. Laundry service was useful. Clean spacious room. No AC but the fans worked well. 20-30 minute drive to Ella, worked well for us as we had our own tuktuk.

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9.8
Exceptional
162 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Situated in Ella, within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Winwood Ella features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 50 km from Horton Plains National Park, less than 1 km from Ella Spice Garden and a 7-minute walk from Ella Railway Station. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Little Adam's Peak is 2.6 km from the inn, while Ella Rock is 3.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 84 km from Winwood Ella.

Cute little room, loved all the sustainable wood features. Owner very passionate and motivated, seemed like a great guy. Only two rooms, nice balcony overlooking the jungle. Great Sri Lankan breakfast served on the balcony. Only spent one night but would have stayed more if they weren’t booked. Highly recommended.

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9.7
Exceptional
213 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

With lake views, Rock Grand View is situated in Ella and has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

A car rental service is available at the guest house.

The room is big and very clean, the view is amazing and the host is one of the kindest person we met in Sri Lanka. Highly recommended

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9.2
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

The guest house offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

Horton Plains National Park is 49 km from the guest house, while Ella Railway Station is 600 metres away. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International, 84 km from Eminence ella, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

When we arrived at Eminence we were warmly welcomed by Ekko who was generous, offered free breakfast and fruit juice. He was attentive, offered his help with all we needed. Even after we left he was available and helped us on WhatsApp. The best place to stay in Ella!

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9.7
Exceptional
531 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

Avenra Cottage, a property with a garden and a terrace, is set in Ella, 1.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 1.5 km from Little Adam's Peak. This guest house offers free private parking, room service and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

It was just outside the Main Street in Ella, about a 10 minute walk but still has lots of restaurants near by. It was set back off the main road so we had some privacy. And right next to the path to 9 arches bridge

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9
Superb
130 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Situated just 6.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Shining Green View offers accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. It is set 45 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden and provides full-day security. The guest house features mountain views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available.

Amazing location/view and exceptionally kind staff. They arranged everything for us (tuk-tuk rides around Ella). The breakfast was brilliant. Thank you for everything Ruben!

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9.4
Superb
446 reviews
Price from
£35
per night

Ella Spice Garden is 1.2 km from the guest house, while Ella Railway Station is less than 1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 84 km from V@Ella guesthouse.

Very cosy place with wonderful view! The hosts were friendly and helped us to feel the Ella magic at its best (with all advices and help on transfers). The location is also great, as it is only 10 mins by foot to all the restaurants area. Definitely recommend the place!

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9.7
Exceptional
423 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

The unit is air conditioned and includes a terrace with an outdoor dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.

A bicycle rental service is available at the guest house.

Very beautiful room at an excellent location

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9.5
Exceptional
294 reviews
Price from
£39
per night

Some units have a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain views and an outdoor dining area. At the guest house, each unit has a private bathroom.

Ella Railway Station is less than 1 km from the guest house, while Little Adam's Peak is 3.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 84 km from Divine View Homestay.

Silent place, amazing view, great breakfast. 10min walk to the center of Ella on the train tracks. Its a perfect Homestay with friendly host.

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9.6
Exceptional
176 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: £22.10
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 84 reviews
    Quiet place in the really nice neighbourhood. Beautiful views just at the corner. Really friendly and great hosts. Clean and spacy room with comfy bed. Good breakfast. Fantastic place to rest when you visit touristic place like Ella.
    Agata
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £11.84
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 195 reviews
    It's an a great location, far enough from the busier centre that it's quiet but close enough to walk to everything. We have a lovely breakfast everyday here for only 1100 rupees each, much cheaper than most places in town. We were also able to hire a scooter. Finally we had a private cooking class just for the two of us in her kitchen. Everything was explained so clearly and she gave alternatives to ingredients we might not have at home. We were made to feel like part of the family here and couldn't reccommend this place enough!
    Kimberley
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £23.65
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 27 reviews
    Beautiful and private homestay / guest house, with excellent facilities. A great place to stay, we are very grateful for hospitality. Well presented and great host who looked after us very well. Hospitality was first class!
    Peter
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £26.83
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 770 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 :))
    Dominika
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £38.45
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 478 reviews
    First things first, the hotel is in a great location. A 2 minute walk away from the main street, a 10 minute (perhaps less) to the train station and a short distance from the key hikes. The hotel room is simply decorated and perhaps a little rough around the edges. But it's clean, quiet and charming. I had a room with two single beds, but it was easy enough to push them together. The host is really helpful and friendly, and breakfast was great!
    Duncan
    Solo traveller
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 90 reviews
    Super great location in the middle of the jungle, amazing view from the balcony, super friendly and nice host, very short distance to reach the city center Ella. Really recommend this guesthouse for a special experience.
    Simone
    Family with young children
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 72 reviews
    Great host, very clean room, lovely view, close to city center but still quiet, my best stay in Sri Lanka so far!
    Coosemans
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £14.21
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 27 reviews
    A 10 min walk to city centre (easy), nice and clean and with a great host which made us feel really welcome. Little garden with a view. Iringa made a nice dinner for us. We fully recommend this for the ones who look for a simple, quiet and clean accomodation.
    Axel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £22.37
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 368 reviews
    - clean and big room with very comfortable beds (we had the best sleep there) - warm water for showering - beautiful balcony - great hosts - wonderful dinner (probably best curry we had so far in Sri Lanka!!!) - great location (quiet but only a few minutes walk to center/bus stop/station) - wonderful garden - great value for money
    Christina
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 295 reviews
    Paraiso Guest house has a great location on a hill very idyllic and quiet with a great view, yet it takes only 7min (tuc tuc/car) to the center of Ella. The host is super friendly and helpful and the traditional breakfast was very tasty. We can only recommend this accommodation.
    Michelle
    Young couple
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