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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.

Amazing location surrounded by nature and the interior style is decent and simple(relaxing) Mohamed was very friendly and super helpful Clean and has all necessary needs covered! Great breakfast too! This is definitely one of my favorite stays because of the vibe and nature (atmosphere is great)

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9
Superb
181 reviews
Price from
£74
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.

The view from the bedroom was one of the best views I have ever had, looking over the mountains and valleys was incredible! I was fortunate to also be the second person to stay in the newest room, and it was incredible! Great layout, lots of space and waking up to incredible sunrises was an amazing experience! Would highly recommend this place if you want to experience some incredible nature

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9.8
Exceptional
161 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.

We really enjoyed our stay at Winwood Ella and we will definitely come back! Our room was just perfect with a lot of love to detail and we had a balcony with a great view into the jungle. The people running this place are some of the kindest we’ve ever met!

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9.7
Exceptional
209 reviews
Price from
£32
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.

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.

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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.

Very friendly guest. Nice location close to famous restaurants. Promise i will visit again

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9.7
Exceptional
527 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 amazing. The most delicious breakfast. Everything was close, near to the nine arch bridge trail and also to the trail to little adams peak. The host was helpful and nice.

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9
Superb
128 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.

What a surprise - I booked this place on the morning of arrival and couldn’t be luckier! Absolutely stunning views, rooms are facing the hills and you can’t see or hear anything but amazing nature and wildlife. Spacious bathroom and comfortable room, super pleasant balcony as well. The 2 gentleman running the place were extremely helpful and smiley, and prepared an amazing breakfast! It’s a Sri Lankan breakfast with dal and coconut sambal (thanks for the recipe!) and unless you’re a very picky eater you’ll love it. It’s located 30min walk from center of Ella but you want to avoid that area anyway as it’s pretty touristy. Focus on the trails, hills and tea plantations.

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9.4
Superb
441 reviews
Price from
£33
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.

Everything was amazing. We were received so but so well there are no words to describe. Very calm place, in the middle of nature, divine breakfast. Very close to the central street, less than 10 minutes on foot. Would come back here without hesitation

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9.7
Exceptional
420 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.

It was quiet with beautiful scenery. The view of the train passing by was mesmerizing. The service by Pubudu was excellent and ever willing to make us comfortable.

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9.5
Exceptional
289 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.

first of all the view definitely is divine! as well as the rooms, the staff and the food. ❤️ we'll 200% come back to this heavenly place. 🌞

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9.6
Exceptional
170 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: £15.77
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 81 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
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 193 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: £23.63
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 24 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: £22.08
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 766 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: £37.33
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 474 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
  • Avg. price/night: £25.24
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 89 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
  • Avg. price/night: £21.27
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 70 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: £14.20
    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: £22.08
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 363 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
     · 294 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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