Kithalella, Ella, 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka
#18 of 348 B&Bs and Inns in Ella
Guests' ChoiceBased on 238 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 17 April 2024
Becky
United KingdomIt is not walkable (very steep hills) to Ella centre but fine by Tuk Tuk
Incredible views - we could see all the mountains and waterfall from our balcony! Room was clean and with mosquito net and fridge. The family who run the property are so lovely - amazing breakfasts and available to provide tuk tuk rides
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Gozde
United Arab EmiratesIt was clean overall, but might get better maintained i.e. dusty ventilator.
Perfect nature view with your own big balcony, even same view from bathroom :D.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Katerina
Czech RepublicThe stay is just perfect! Rooms are new, clean and very comfortable with a beautiful view. Located further up frm centre in a very quiet area. The land lord gives U the lift any time. The breakfasts and dinners are delicious and possible to adjust them according to your needs
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Elisabetta
United KingdomThe guesthouse is run by the loveliest family ever. They've all been so welcoming and have met all our needs. We've had the most perfect stay here. Starting from the room, the view is beyond beautiful - so peaceful and quiet, overlooking the waterfalls, and where you will be able to see the sunrise. The breakfast is delicious and very fulfilling (all home made and it varies every day). We've also had dinner here on the second day and it was very good, too. I'll recommend having dinner here! They also arranged all our transport (from the station to the guesthouse, to the nine arches bridge path and even to our next stay). Thank you so much for making us feel so welcome! We'll definitely stay here again!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Eva
NetherlandsIt would be good to add a small lamp/light in the room instead of only the big light, but as the room was brand new it's just a finishing touch that I would recommend :)
We got a brand new room, lovely view and the room was really nice. Breakfast was wonderful and the host was very kind.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Nessa
IrelandNothing, all perfect.
Loved it!!! This is the best place we've stayed in Sri Lanka.. the views are incredible. We were so surprised how much space we had to our selves. It was the perfect home away from home. The most comfortable bed and the peaceful surroundings ensure a great sleep. Location is great, an easy walk into town and a cheap tuk tuk back up the hill. The hosts are the most kind and genuine family. They went above and beyond to make sure we were looked after. I could not recommend this place enough, it's a really special homestay. Thank you so much for your generous hospitality.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Frida
SwedenMy only suggestion would be to get a bedside lamp for reading etc so that one does not have to have the ceiling lamps on/get out of bed to turn the lights off.
Excellent location a short tuk tuk drive from central Ella, with a gorgeous view of the hilltops from the balcony! Spacious and clean room that looked recently renovated, very comfortable bed. Slept like a princess. Friendly owners who offered complimentary tea/coffee upon arrival. Unfortunately it was not possible to have dinner the evening I stayed there but it was not an issue since there is a restaurant just a short walk from the property and the centre of Ella is really close. Breakfast was tasty.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Ben
United KingdomWonderful gentle friendly and incredibly helpful family run homestay. They were swift to help organise good value Tuktuk and transfers, were extremely flexible about breakfast times and accommodated our needs at all opportunities. The highlight of the room was the view. Simple inside but we didn’t need any more as we spent most of the day in the outdoors. We also loved their Dachsund, Randy!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Anwar
New ZealandNothing everything was perfect.
The room was excellent clean. Breakfast was superb. Lots of fruits and items to eat for breakfast. View is excellent from the room. The whole family is the best host ever seen.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Agnieszka
PolandBeautiful view, very nice host, good breakfast, very clean.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Jihane
United Arab EmiratesNothing
Breathtaking view, Amazing amazing amazing Clean room Nice family staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Sonam_k
United KingdomWe had a really nice stay at Will's homestay. Will and his family were so welcoming and made us feel right at home for the 4 nights we stayed. The place is up on a hill where you can see all the sights of Ella from your balcony. It is a quiet environment and we slept so well. You can also walk to Ella town (20minutes). The room is spacious, clean, comfortable and great value for money. The breakfast was definitely the best we had in Sri Lanka; a generous amount of fruit, eggs, juice and coffee. It was so delicious and we were also lucky to have dinner here one night and the food was amazing! We look forward to staying here again in the future. Thank you for your kind hospitality :)
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Phillip
GermanyWhat a great stay. Nice room, very friendly owner and tuk tuk service. Local breakfast was very tasty. And then the view including an incredible sunrise. Highly recommended!!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Anne-sarah
GermanyThe Spot and view was awesome and the Host with his sons did everything to make pur stay a Great one!! I highly recommend this Place.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Anders
DenmarkPerfect view, clean room, Nice host, wonderful breakfast, they arrangered tuctuc drive to the city and to our next stay (Tangalle) and the location was great: High elevated over the noicy (and not very charming) city of Ella.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Jack
United KingdomWe loved everything about Will’s Guest Homestay. We had a chalet with magnificent views. The room was clean and comfortable. Will and his family were very sweet, the breakfast each morning was delicious and they helped us when they could with recommendations and tuktuks into town for a good price. Also rented a well maintained scooter for a good price. One of our favourite stays during our month in Sri Lanka! Thankyou Will and family!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Lois
United KingdomA kettle in the room would have been handy but not an issue.
Amazing views from the balcony, best accommodation I've stayed in in Sri Lanka. Host is very friendly and sorted out any transfers we needed. Breakfast was really good. Would 100% recommend. Ella town is only a 5/10 minute drive away and the host will arrange the tuktuk for you no problem.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Christian
GermanyIncredible view from the room/balcony.;exactly as shown on the photos. Scooter rental was easily organised as well. Friendly people. Nice breakfast.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
Željka
MontenegroEverything, breakfast, the view, cleanliness.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
Daniel
United KingdomNothing
Lovely family run place with amazing food and views really enjoyed our stay
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Miek
NetherlandsThe inside of the room is nog very modern and a bit old, BUT you will not be inside because the view on the terrace js AMAZING
Sweet family, helping us with all sort of questions. THE VIEW IS AMAZING!!! And the breakfast is delicious, everyday. Go here!!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Madeline
ChinaIf you’re a light sleeper it could be a bit hard with sounds of the road and dogs.
The view was incredible, the bed comfortable, and the shower hot. Overall a great stay; I wish we could have stayed more than 1 night. The owner was very kind and helpful.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Miriam
AustriaWe had a very pleasant stay at Will Guest Homestay. The location is perfect to explore Ella. The people at the Guesthouse are extraordinarily friendly. Big recommendation!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Åsveig
NorwayNeeded transport from station and walking street, but the family was very helpful here.
Super friendly and helpful staff! Really nice, clean room with great views, a balcony and mini fridge. Breakfast was really good! Dinner on request.
Stayed in January 2024
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