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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.

Namara is a new place so the rooms and the house is all new and very appealing to stay. Rooms are big comfy and cute. The air con has still the plastic wrapping it up. Feels like this place should be a bit more expensive. Breakfast is for free and actually one of the best we had in this trip.

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9
Superb
177 reviews
Price from
MYR 411
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.

Clean, comfortable and lovely. Nadeeka and the staff were all especially friendly and helpful

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9.8
Exceptional
160 reviews
Price from
MYR 161
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.

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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9.7
Exceptional
206 reviews
Price from
MYR 180
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.

View is amazing. I had a small balcony facing the mountain and a waterfall. Very peaceful place. Bed is very comfortable, room is clean and the area could get a bit chilly during the night which i love. It’s a nice short walk to the main town through the rail. The family’s running it is super nice. They always have good energy and very attentive. Would highly

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9.2
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
MYR 114
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.

The staff of Eminence Ella was absolutely fantastic! The brother were both very caring and helpful, and served us the best breakfast we had on our whole trip! When we come back to Sri Lanka we will definitely stay here again.

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9.7
Exceptional
517 reviews
Price from
MYR 174
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
127 reviews
Price from
MYR 108
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.

The stay was great. The room was nice and clean. The service was of a high standard, the owners did their best to fulfill all our wishes. Best breakfast in Sri Lanka, lots of varieties and delicious food. It's a bit further away from town but the owners can order Tuk Tuk at a good price. Perfect place to start our trek to Ella Rock. When you like a place in nature this is the place for you. The view from the room is great. Overall I highly recommend this place.

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9.4
Superb
434 reviews
Price from
MYR 198
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.

This is an amazing place to stay in Ella. The view from the hotel’s location on the mountains and forests of Ella is breathtaking, the hotel is cosy and perfectly clean, the breakfast is delicious!!! And above all, the owners are so kind, helpful and friendly that it was truly sad for us to leave this place.

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9.7
Exceptional
412 reviews
Price from
MYR 141
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.

The view is magnificent, you can have breakfast in your balcony with a view of the waterfall and the hills. Breakfast was nice and fulfilling. Dimu was a great help and present in all times to provide support. One of the best places in Ella

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9.5
Exceptional
284 reviews
Price from
MYR 235
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.

Everything. The accommodation was too notch. Rowan and his with and mom and baby are a mean team. They are warm and friendly people and nothing is to much for them to do The property, and the rooms are clean. The breakfast delicious. I can highly recommend this establishment. Please support this awesome young family

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9.6
Exceptional
168 reviews
Price from
MYR 94
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: MYR 188.09
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews
    Indika was an excellent host and his accomodation is in a quiet secluded location. There so much to do around here being close to Stage 15 of the Pekoe Trail, close to tea tours of Amba Tea Plantation and so many other interesting walks. It is not a fancy boutique hotel. But it is exactly right for those wanting to feel more closely connected with the real Sri Lanka.
    Toni
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 66.62
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 27 reviews
    Great host, great location
    Julita
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 120.03
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 239 reviews
    Beautiful peaceful place to stay with an incredible view. Great location- quiet and relaxing away from the hussle of Ella town however only 10mins walk via railway track to the centre. Clean and comfortable room, good hot water and lovely outdoor seating area with views of Ella rock. Breakfast was fantastic- best we had in Sri Lanka. Hosts were so kind, friendly and helpful with suggestions and recommendations- if you get the chance to stay here I would 100% recommend it for your trip to Ella
    Aoife
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 89.43
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 760 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: MYR 212.94
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 472 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: MYR 112.97
    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: MYR 126.96
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 68 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: MYR 84.73
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 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: MYR 103.79
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 360 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
     · 291 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