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Reviews of Hilltop Guest House

Ella city ,Ella ., 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka

#174 of 374 B&Bs and Inns in Ella

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 352 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 25 September 2024

    10
    A lovely family run guesthouse with an INCREDIBLE view
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was so-so (the eggs weren't great), but probably our fault for ordering a western breakfast. I suspect if we'd ordered the Sri Lankan breakfast (which requires pre-orderong the day before) it would have been delicious.

    The rooftop with its deckchairs and hammocks is second to none - the view is out of this world. The staff are lovely. The room was clean and well equipped.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    9.0
    Best view of Ella gap in town
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a negative but be aware it is a 2 min steep hike up to the guesthouse, but you should be in Ella for hiking anyway

    Amazing rooftop with a surreal view of Ella gap. Close to the main road but far enough that you dont hear all the traffic. Staff is super friendly. Rooms are good.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2024

    10
    Worth the price because of the view and really clean rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clothes after laundry were very wrinkled and coated

    View from the roof top was awesome. Highly recommend to watch there sunset or sunrise. The upstairs rooms were very clean also with a nice view. The bathroom was nice. The lady told us about worth seeing places in Ella and many tips. I’ve seen some reviews of people telling that the rooms are not clean and the bathroom is bad but our experience is totally different. All was clean and without any bugs.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2024

    10
    Fab place to stay in Ella
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great views, good location, friendly staff, scrupulously clean, good shower, nice terrace.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Downstairs Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location in the heart of Ella with great views of Ella Rock and Little Adam's Peak. Perfect blend of the peacefulness of the terrace with the bustle of the city center just a few minutes away.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    10
    Great place to take in the views and atmosphere of Ella.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Fantastic views overlooking the valley. The best in Ella. Lovely to see the sun rise over the mountains. Highly recommend.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    9.0
    Our stay was enjoyable at the guest hiuse, but not impressed with Ella itself, the new Bali!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Nice people, good views, good food, good room

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2024

    8.0
    Value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom could do with a revamp. Abit old and very narrow. Hard to reach the bidet . Other than that . All good

    Distance to the town is near , easy to get tuk tuk and breakfast. Employees were lovely boys. The host was very informative and provided us with a map of all the attractions.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful gardens and setting fantastic friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooftop terrace needs a makeover

    Location and view plus friendly staff

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2024

    8.0
    Lovely views from rooftop of hotel. It was lovely to receive a hot drink on arrival at accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Downstairs Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Steep climb up a hill to accommodation. Especially when carrying bags/cases in hot humid temperatures.

    Friendly welcoming family. Room clean with everything needed for a one night stay.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2024

    10
    Warm, welcoming hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The guesthouse is located up a steep hill (but the bonus is the incredible views).

    Really nice guest house with exceptional hosts. We were given a map of the local sites and information on how to visit each place. The host drove us to the station as our bags were too big to walk.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2024

    10
    fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    we loved every second of our 3 night stay

    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.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2024

    9.0
    Excellent place with fantastic, helpful hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The facilities were great and we loved having a cold drink on the sunset terrace enjoying the spectacular view. It was near the centre of Ella which was so convenient. When we checked in the host gave us a hand drawn map of the area with all the key sights on it. He also helped us save money by explaining how to use the local bus to access the waterfalls rather than hire tuk tuks.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2024

    9.0
    Excellent stay with fabulous views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Fabulous view with an excellent roof garden

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful view from the terrace, close to the centre

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay at great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit pricey compared to similar facilities around the same location. Breakfast is available but against additional charge.

    Very central location. Spacious room and a very nice view from the terrace. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Nice and clean and well equipped rooms.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    -clean and comfy rooms -Great views of little Adam's peak -just off the main street - both quiet and convenient. note that the road up is steep, but it's a short walk -friendly staff -Great price for what we got

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful views of the hills
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no AC, only a fan. The wifi stopped working for an afternoon but not a major problem. You also have to pay in cash which we didn't realise until checking out.

    Great location close to the main shops and cafes in Ella, although you do have to walk up a short but steep hill. Comfortable beds and a lovely view from our room, would recommend!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2024

    10
    Would stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Upstairs double room with shared balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to complain

    The view was amazing. Just a little walk to the main road, but still very quiet. The room was well appointed and in good condition. Also it was very clean.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    10
    The perfect quiet sanctuary in Ella!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Insane view, comfortable rooms, and very friendly staff. So close to everything you want and need in Ella!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    10
    Highly recommend! Clean, well run and great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and well located with a rooftop with incredible views! Our room was clean and the staff are so friendly and well organised. Great location to the centre of town and all tourist attractions too.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower pressure was very weak. I would have preffered an AC over the fan in the room, but it wasn't a major.

    The room was very spacious and comfy, I loved the fact that it had a fridge which was super handy to keep drinks cold! The location and the terrace are gorgeous. Bit of a steep walk up to get there from main road but it's totally worth it!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    10
    Perfection for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a a steep walk to get to

    Everything

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    9.0
    My stay at Hilltop Guest House
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Downstairs Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked the view from the rooftop, the location was at the heart of the town. It was very accessible to get to town. Just need to walk up a hill but it wasn't too bad at all. The host was really polite and welcoming. The room had scissors and nail cutter which I think was really thoughtful and cute.

    Stayed in May 2024

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