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Green Village

Ella

Featuring mountain views, Green Village offers accommodation with balcony, around 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

K
Karen
From
France
The location, very value for price! The family that runs it, they are always smiling and helping you. They took us to the bus station with the Tuk Tuk and helped us on how to get to Yala by bus. The view from the terrace is stunning!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,173 reviews
Price from
US$48.47
1 night, 2 adults

Tea Hills Ella

Hotel in Ella

Located in Ella and with Demodara Nine Arch Bridge reachable within 8.8 km, Tea Hills Ella provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

M
Mee Ding
From
Malaysia
Great view , comfortable bed and friendly host.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Price from
US$60.75
1 night, 2 adults

Creek Downhills

Ella

Featuring river views, Creek Downhills offers accommodation with balcony, around 6.3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking.

E
Erika
From
Canada
This was one of my favourite accommodations in Sri Lanka. The room and the balcony were very beautiful and comfortable. But the best part was the incredibly nice and thoughtful hosts, who were always available to help and make sure the stay is as comfortable as possible. And not to forget the amazing food! Breakfast was massive and delicious, and I had one of my best meals in Sri Lanka for dinner. It is located right on the main road, which makes it very accessible, but you can hear the vehicles passing. It is about 20min walk or short Tuktuk (which the hosts will be happy to help organize) to the center. I would stay again if I ever come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Mountain Shack Homestay

Ella

Set in Ella and only 2.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Mountain Shack Homestay offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

J
Justyna
From
Poland
A beautiful place surrounded by greenery and the wonderful sounds of nature. It’s just a 10-minute ride by tuk-tuk or scooter to the center of Ella. The room is spacious and clean, with hot water in the shower. The family running this place is absolutely lovely and very helpful. You are always in touch with the daughter, who patiently answers every question and helps organize anything you might need. The breakfast is local, large, filling, and very tasty. The property is currently being expanded, and more rooms will be available in the future, but for now, there is just one. However, it definitely has great potential, and it’s a must-visit to experience the local atmosphere and meet incredibly kind, friendly, and smiling people. I highly recommend it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Ella Blue Heaven

Ella

Featuring mountain views, Ella Blue Heaven provides accommodation with balcony, around 6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

B
Björn
From
Sweden
Fantastic location and really friendly staff. The view from balcony is stunning. 1,5 km from city centre but it’s a nice walk.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Price from
US$60.03
1 night, 2 adults

Wood Palace Ella

Hotel in Ella

Situated in Ella, 7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Wood Palace Ella features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

F
Francesco
From
Italy
Amazing location. You'll be in total peace with nature here
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
US$67.50
1 night, 2 adults

Lush In Ella

Ella

Set in Ella and only 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Lush In Ella offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

A
Aleksandra
From
Poland
This place is incredible :) our best accomodation in Sri Lanka. View is spectacular, we can see Ravana waterfall from bed. Room is very clean, cosy, owners thought about everything: hot shower, fridge, cool glasses and water, shampoo and shower gel, we can use even hairdryer here! Tasty, local breakfast, juices, coffee. Very kind and helpful owners, we felt very comfortable and spent fantastic time here. Highly recommend! Thank you for having us 🌸
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

La Casa Bella

Ella

Featuring a balcony with mountain views, a garden and a bar, La Casa Bella can be found in Ella, close to Ella Spice Garden and 5.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

C
Christoph
From
Austria
Pasindu and his family are super kind and helpful with any needs you have. They also showed us Ella and it‘s beautiful nature. The room is brand new and really wonderful. Last but not least, the breakfast was super delicious! Thank you and see you soon.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
US$49
1 night, 2 adults

LAMIACEAE WOOD CABIN

Ella

Set in Ella in the Badulla District region with Ella Railway Station nearby, LAMIACEAE WOOD CABIN offers accommodation with free private parking.

M
Marleen
From
Netherlands
It’s a new accommodation just 5 min outside Ella in nature. Which is good cause Ella was too busy for us. The room has its own balcony, there was some coffee and tea in the room and the shower was amazing. Lovely big bed, which was great as well as my husband is super tall. The man who checked us in and made us breakfast was an absolute champ, so friendly! The breakfast was the best we had in Sri Lanka! Fresh roti! Thanks so much! We had a lovely stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$34.20
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Ella Banana Rest Inn

Ella
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Ella Banana Rest Inn provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 4.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

From US$15 per night

Ella Soul Resort

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 642 reviews

Located in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Soul Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$75 per night

Travel rest inn

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

Situated in Ella and only 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Travel rest inn features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$24 per night

Sudumal Cottage

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews

Sudumal Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Ella, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 49 km from Horton Plains National Park, as well as 500 metres from Ella Spice Garden.

From US$34 per night

Rock View Hostel Ella

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,065 reviews

Located in Ella, 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Rock View Hostel Ella provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$40.50 per night

The Rock Face

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 940 reviews

Situated in Ella, a 17-minute walk from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The Rock Face has a terrace and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$28 per night

Poomaz Peace Palace

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews

Situated within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Poomaz Peace Palace provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$103.53 per night

Ella Odyssey Inn

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews

Offering quiet street views, Ella Odyssey Inn is an accommodation situated in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From US$37.17 per night

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59B Rest Inn Ella

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews

Boasting garden views, 59B Rest Inn Ella features accommodation with patio, around 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

From US$28 per night

Top Heaven

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

Located within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Top Heaven offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$27.90 per night

City Heaven Ella

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

Located in Ella, 4.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, City Heaven Ella provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$38 per night

Ella Touch

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

Featuring garden views, Ella Touch provides accommodation with patio, around 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$27 per night

Elegant Home Stay

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews

Located within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Elegant Home Stay offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$35 per night

Sunbeam Homestay

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Set within 4.7 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Sunbeam Homestay features accommodation with seating area.

From US$21 per night

Night manner hostel

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated within 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden and 49 km of Horton Plains National Park, Night manner hostel offers rooms in Ella.

From US$25.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 223 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.

From US$81 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

Holly House Homestay, a property with a garden, is located in Ella, 47 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 50 km from Horton Plains National Park, as well as 500 metres from Ella Spice Garden.

From US$21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

Located in Ella, 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Green Peak - Mountain View Hotel & Restaurant provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$47.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Set in Ella, 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Green View Ella offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews

Situated within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Nimsara Homestay offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$20.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Located just 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Soorya Inn Ella offers accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a housekeeping service.

From US$25.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

Located in Ella and only 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Home Away Ella provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews

Offering a terrace and views of the mountain, Senasuma Homestay is set in Ella. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and free private parking is available on site.

From US$40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Situated in Ella, within 4.7 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 47 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Nature mount hostel ella features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

From US$25.53 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 940 reviews
Great central location in Ella only a few mins walk from the centre and all the bars and cafes in beautiful Ella. The accommodations are a great budget option ~ spotlessly clean, very comfortable and the family are so genuinely friendly and welcoming ~ it was like staying with favourite family members. Highly Recommended. ❤️
Guest review by
Natalia
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 940 reviews
Great central location in Ella only a few mins walk from the centre and all the bars and cafes in beautiful Ella. The accommodations are a great budget option ~ spotlessly clean, very comfortable and the family are so genuinely friendly and welcoming ~ it was like staying with favourite family members. Highly Recommended.
Guest review by
Shane
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$33.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
Cheap and affordable. The host is so friendly and shall attend your request immediately. Food is delicious. In one of the best locations. Very near to the railway station. Also provided free drop to railway station.
Guest review by
Ravi Teja
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
It was very clean affordable and had a very good breakfast. The staff was really friendly. The location is very good and it’s walking distance to both nine arch and mini adams peak
Guest review by
Dileesha
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$52.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 822 reviews
For what you pay, it’s a brilliant deal. Good location - few mins walk from Ella town, laundry for cheap on site, very helpful staff and clean sheets and fairly comfy beds.
Guest review by
Rachel
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Very friendly service, clean rooms, and very clean bathrooms. Highly Recommended. Even though we arrived late at night, they were up and waiting for us. Provided us with dinnerware on request. Gave us advice and directions to the best location to visit at ella and directed us towards the best deals at restaurants at ella Town.
Guest review by
Aravinda
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 412 reviews
Sri Lankan Breakfast. Brilliant location. 5 minute walk into main town and train station along the train tracks. Very clean, spacious room. Beautiful view of Ella rock and the valley below. Friendly owners, one is a guide for Ella rock and considerably cheaper than online prices.
Guest review by
Jobe
Young couple