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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.

Amazing stay at this place. The property owner will make you feel super welcome and he will go the extra mile to make sure you are well taken care of, including arranging a nice breakfast every morning. Location of the property is very central but private enough as well to have a relaxing stay. Hotel is brand new and the rooms are very comfy and all made out of wood which gives it a nice home rustic vibe. Great value for what you’re paying. Super recommended!

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9.8
Exceptional
198 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Boasting a garden, terrace and views of mountain, Two Rock Vista is situated in Ella, 5.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Located around 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, the inn is also 4.2 km away from Ella Rock. Free WiFi and room service are offered.

Amazing place to stay the view was outstanding, very comfortable and clean. The couple that owns it were so friendly and helpful, breakfast was really good and the location was perfect only a short walk to the town centre. If you’re staying in Ella you should definitely stay here!

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9.4
Superb
200 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the inn, every room comes with a private bathroom with a hairdryer.

Everything was super! I fell in love with this place immediately. The owner keeps very good care of this place. Everything was top clean and well maintained. We booked with breakfast and that was definitely worth the money and there was so many different things to eat. Eating a huge breakfast while looking at the amazing view was my favorite thing. Also it was very quiet and peaceful but city and restaurants are just in short 10 minutes walking distance. Owner helped us to arrange a highway big bus to Colombo. If we ever come to Ella again, we gonna stay here!! Thank you so much!

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9.5
Exceptional
304 reviews
Price from
£44
per night

Located in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Samiru Guest Inn Ella provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is around 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 49 km from Horton Plains National Park and 300 metres from Ella Railway Station. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Very nice location, and a beautiful balcony.

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9.2
Superb
176 reviews

Located in Ella, within 5.3 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Leisure Dream Inn provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 50 km from Horton Plains National Park, 1.3 km from Ella Spice Garden and 1 km from Ella Railway Station. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

Amazing place to stay, nice view, beautiful clean rooms and very friendly staff. It seemed like he knew what we wished for before we knew ourselves. Thank you so much! 🙏🏼

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9.3
Superb
181 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

Located in Ella, 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The Dream Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is situated 50 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 1.9 km from Ella Railway Station and 2.5 km from Ella Spice Garden. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

This was a wonderful stay in Ella! We were treated like family by Krishan and Hansi they got us lovely food - breakfast and tea was superb! The room was wonderfull and clearness. I spent a night here and I really enjoy it.it is astonishing the view.

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10
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Set in Ella, 5.3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Wood Heart offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. Located around 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, the inn with free WiFi is also 50 km away from Horton Plains National Park. The accommodation features room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

Amazing place! big and very comfortable room with private balcony with beautiful view! Salinga and his family are the best hosts. highly recommend

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9.6
Exceptional
89 reviews

Boasting a garden, Mango Shadow Inn Ella is situated in Ella in the Badulla District region, 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. The property is set 1.3 km from Ella Spice Garden, less than 1 km from Ella Railway Station and 3.2 km from Little Adam's Peak. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

Amazing view over the mountains. Sweetest and most supportive, kind and respectful man who looks after the room and serves delicious private breakfast at the time of your choice. We planned on staying for two nights and in the end we stayed for four nights :-)

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9.3
Superb
37 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

At the inn, all rooms include a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Pleasant View Ella also have a mountain view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

Great view from terrasse, lovely and helpful owners, very clean, amazing breakfast! Recommend!

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9.6
Exceptional
14 reviews

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of mountain, Mountain nest is located in Ella, 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. The property is around 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 50 km from Horton Plains National Park and 500 metres from Ella Railway Station. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

At the inn, the rooms are fitted with a balcony. At Mountain nest every room is fitted with a private bathroom with a shower.

Everything. The room was huge with a great bathroom. The owner were lovely giving me a welcome drink and helping me with my luggage. Their drive is exceptional steep which I could cope with but sure a few would struggle. Certainly wouldn’t put me off staying again. It was quiet and situated amongst trees.

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9.4
Superb
90 reviews

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  • Winwood Ella
    Breakfast options
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 198 reviews

    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...

    Friendly hosts and the room/hotel was beautiful

  • Lavendra Paradise
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 304 reviews

    Located in Ella, within 5.3 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Lavendra Paradise provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

    The setting was amazing with stunning views and such friendly owners and staff

  • Samiru Guest Inn Ella
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 176 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Samiru Guest Inn Ella provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Great location,Room was big and clean,we Had lovely breakfast each morning

  • Leisure Dream Inn
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 181 reviews

    Located in Ella, within 5.3 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Leisure Dream Inn provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

    Very nice and helpful staff, great location and comfortable and clean room

  • The Dream Inn
    Breakfast options
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Located in Ella, 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The Dream Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    The stay at this homestay was incredible… the view, the room, the bathroom, the breakfast, the owner family, everything was perfect. I would definitely recommend you to stay here when you plan to come to Ella!

  • Wood Heart
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 89 reviews

    Set in Ella, 5.3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Wood Heart offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

    The view is amazing, kind people, great breakfast and the room is very big!

  • Mango Shadow Inn Ella
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 37 reviews

    Boasting a garden, Mango Shadow Inn Ella is situated in Ella in the Badulla District region, 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    Very helpful host. Excellent breakfast. Quiet place.

  • Pleasant View Ella
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Set in Ella, within 6.8 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 45 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Pleasant View Ella offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

    everything was just perfect, yummi breakfast and dinner, pleasant owner and view.

These inns in Ella have options with FREE cancellation

  • Little Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 44 reviews

    Set in Ella, within 5.5 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Little Cottage offers accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

    Przemiła pani, która jest gospodynią tego miejsca.

  • Felicity Inn
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 75 reviews

    Situated within 5.5 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Felicity Inn offers rooms in Ella. The property is set 4.2 km from Ella Rock.

    A hidden relatively small hotel with a beautiful view

  • Hidden Gem Inn
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 61 reviews

    Located in Ella, 5.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Hidden Gem Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    Best stay. Best breakfast. Best people. Best choice

  • Ella Rawana Den Hotel
    Free cancellation options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 188 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Rawana Den Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    The location is just beside town 😍 The rooms amazing view and big

  • Villa Eden Paradise
    Free cancellation options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 161 reviews

    Set in Ella, a 16-minute walk from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Villa Eden Paradise has a garden, as well as free WiFi.

    Beautiful place and lovely hosts and great value for money

  • The Blue View Ella
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 196 reviews

    Offering a restaurant and free bikes, The Blue View Ella is located in Ella. Free WiFi access is available. Extras include a fan.

    beautiful property, only a short walk into town every thing was perfect

  • Green cottage Ella
    Free cancellation options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 52 reviews

    Set in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Green cottage Ella offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Vistas a la selva El desayuno completo Personal muy agradable

  • Ella Zenith View
    Free cancellation options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 79 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Zenith View provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    clean and comfortable room, good air conditions, friendly owner

Highly rated inns in Ella

  • Viewfront Ella
    8.0+ review score
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 92 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Viewfront Ella provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    the beautiful balcony and the delicious breakfast!

  • Mountain Face inn
    8.0+ review score
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 67 reviews

    Set in Ella, Mountain Face inn features a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Clean rooms, amazing view, very nice and helpful owner

  • Nature Village Inn
    8.0+ review score
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 56 reviews

    Set in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Nature Village Inn offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

    Good Place Parking available Almost brand new property

  • Ella Alpine Resort
    8.0+ review score
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 53 reviews

    Located in Ella, within 5.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Ella Alpine Resort provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as...

    Caretaker of the property was very good Great view Room

  • Ella My Inn
    8.0+ review score
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8 reviews

    Situated 3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge in Ella, Ella My Inn features free WiFi access and free private parking.

  • Ella Tunnel Corner Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 81 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, Ella Tunnel Corner Inn is located just 50 m from Ella town, 100 m from the Ella Railway Station and the bus station as well. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

    Great location, no Tuktuk needed. Has a mosquito net

  • Jasmine Garden Inn
    8.0+ review score
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9 reviews

    Amare Inn is located in Ella. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking.

    Location Helpful and nice host Tasty breakfest Clean and quiet room No problem with late check-in

  • Rose Villa Ella
    8.0+ review score
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Ella, 1.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Rose Villa Ella offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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Inns that guests love in Ella

  • Avg. price/night: £34.98
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 76 reviews
    We liked the room and the very private balcony, the rustic furniture and the very nice view of the small tea plantation. Breakfast was very good. Everyday there was something different. We had one lunch and one dinner at the homestay, both were very good. The family were very gracious and the price of their meals very fair.
    DORY
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £31.77
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 35 reviews
    AMAZING !!! Best view in Sri Lanka , sit back relax, enjoying your breakfast or dinner overlooking Ella Rock, litte Adams peak and a waterfall perfect !!! Staff all wonderful and friendly, just a short stroll or a tuk tuk ride down into town. Came for one nite stayed 3. Will definitely come back to Ambiente guest house.
    R
    Ryan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £25.04
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 520 reviews
    Will and his family are very kind hosts in the beautifully situated guest house. Delicious breakfast and dinner and helpful drop offs into town. Thank you Will!
    James
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 277 reviews
    Pubudu was a great guy and really helpful. He behaved like a first class innkeeper 💪
    John
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 365 reviews
    We had a fantastic time in Ella. Wasantha and his wife are very friendly. We were welcomed with coffee and tea and had a delicious dinner. Wasantha hiked with us to the Ella rock so we wouldn't get lost. He also organized a tuktuk every time we needed one or drove us himself. His wife gave us a cooking class in their wonderful, rustic kitchen. We were allowed to help prepare our food, which was delicious. If we ever come back to Ella, this will be our address.
    Fadri
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.11
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 756 reviews
    Lovely guest house,the room was beautiful , very comfortable room ,big bed, clean bathroom , Breakfast and Dinner very delicious..owner is very friendly. highly recommend staying here.
    M
    May
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.11
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 756 reviews
    Lovely guest house,the room was beautiful , very comfortable room ,big bed, clean bathroom , Breakfast and Dinner very delicious..owner is very friendly. highly recommend staying here.
    I
    Isabel
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 383 reviews
    Everything was as promised and even more beautiful! The innkeeper is kindness personified... an example: when we went to eat in the evening, he waited for us upstairs - like a dad he took care of us! I am thrilled and will definitely book here again!
    Pina
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £7.95
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 111 reviews
    We were collected at the station by Lahiru. He wished us off in his Tuk tuk to his property Hostel 1964. It’s beautiful and rustic. This is the sort of accommodation we love. Nothing fancy but surrounded by tea plantations and palm trees and dense vegetation. Our room is comfortable and has an on suit bathroom. Lahiru is fanatical about cleanliness and sweeps and wipes everyday. He is a great cook and has prepared breakfast and dinner for us on a number of occasions. We loved it so much here we are extending our stay.
    Abrie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £50.59
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 462 reviews
    Imantha, Sunil and Gunawathie were all very hospitable and helpful. Such amazing hosts, they made our stay. The views from the inn are stunning and the rooms are very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious too. 10/10 would stay here again. It is a family-run guest house and they really looked after us!
    Deirdre
    Young couple
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