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Green Village

Ella

Green Village offers accommodations in Ella, 3.6 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 31 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

L
Luciana Snt
From
Brazil
Absolutely everything. From the room, spaceful, we'll located, 10 min walk to center. The best view over Ella rock, OH my god. The owners, super friendly. Extremely clean . Great breakfast. Comfy be. Perfect to do my Yoga overlooking the landscape.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,198 reviews
Price from
$41.18
1 night, 2 adults

Crystal Springs Homestay

Ella

Crystal Springs Homestay features accommodations in Ella near Ella Train Station and Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

K
Kristina
From
Slovenia
Clean and nice hotel space. Our room had a balcony with a good view. The pool at the rooftop has amazing view. They serve goood breakfast and the staff is very kind and always ready to help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults

Mountain Shack Homestay

Ella

Just a 14-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 1.2 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Mountain Shack Homestay features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

A
Avigail
From
Israel
The hosts are very mice people, the place is beautiful, very clean , and a 5 minute tuk-tuk drive from the city
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews
Price from
$20
1 night, 2 adults

Lush In Ella

Ella

Just a 17-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 1.1 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Lush In Ella features accommodations in Ella, with a garden and a terrace.

b
badr
From
United Arab Emirates
Everything, a bit complicated to access but not swapping our stay there for any other hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults

Breeze Blows Inn

Ella

Breeze Blows Inn offers accommodations in Ella, 31 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden and a 19-minute walk from Ella Train Station.

R
Ryland
From
United States
Loved everything about this property! Great location convenient for both 9 arches and Adam’s peak. Very clean comfortable room with good WiFi and an amazing view. The owner is extremely friendly and was able to help us with some last minute travel arrangements. 10/10 if I’m ever in Ella again this would be my first choice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Price from
$35
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Rawana homestay Ella

Ella

Providing a garden, Forest Rawana homestay Ella features accommodations in Ella. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

B
Bianca
From
United States
What a kind family! They picked me up from the train station and made me feel so welcome from the moment I arrived with tea and conversation. The property is about 7 minutes by tuk tuk to Ella city, so it is deep in the jungle and very quiet and relaxing. The room is clean, spacious, and comfortable, and the water heats up nicely. The breakfast was HUGE and I even had leftovers for lunch. Their son even offered to take me to Ella Rock (about an hour hike from the property) & we left at 4:30am to make sunrise…it was an incredible experience. By the time I left, I felt like family. :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
$34
1 night, 2 adults

The kingdom of ella

Ella

Featuring garden views, The kingdom of ella in Ella features accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

S
Steph
From
Australia
The hosts were so friendly and helpful with everything. And the breakfast was amazing. Best one we have had in Sri Lanka. They really do go above and beyond.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
$44
1 night, 2 adults

Ambiente Guest House

Ella

Just a 12-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 0.8 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Ambiente Guest House features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

I
Inbal
From
Israel
Everything was perfect Amazing view, comfortable room and great hosts
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Price from
$56
1 night, 2 adults

Star Gaze Lodge

Ella

Featuring garden views, Star Gaze Lodge in Ella offers accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

M
Michael
From
Australia
Absolutely dreamy property and just such a respite from traveling. The photos are true of the property: it has a stunning view of the big valley underlying Ella Rock, making it a true refuge and place to spend time watching the depths of the valley and the clouds come in. Additionally, Teesha, Petr and Varuna are all fantastic hosts and the latter serves a mean, ample breakfast. They are also animal lovers, which to me is the highest compliment, and have two stunning dogs that enrich the stay even more. Favourite place of the trip so far! If I'm back Ella way I'll be back here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
$34
1 night, 2 adults

The Bliss Homestay

Ella

Offering a garden, The Bliss Homestay features accommodations in Ella. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

D
Dominik
From
Czech Republic
Offered meals were amazing and the host was super nice. We totally liked the stay there!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
$68
1 night, 2 adults
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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,198 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 956 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews

Great access to the city center. Check these homestays in Ella and nearby

Great escape ella

Ella
Central location

Great escape ella offers accommodations in Ella, 31 miles from Horton Plains National Park and 2 miles from Ella Rock.

From $44.40 per night

Travel rest inn

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

Just a few steps from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and a 8-minute walk from Ella Train Station, Travel rest inn features accommodations in Ella, with a garden and a terrace.

From $26.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

Just a 4-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 400 yards from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Super Spot Guest House features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

From $25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews

Located in Ella, a 6-minute walk from Ella Train Station, Ella Okreech Cottages features a 24-hour reception desk, a bicycle rental, a garden, free Wi-Fi throughout the property, and free private...

From $46.80 per night

The Rock Face

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 956 reviews

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

From $40 per night

Ella Odyssey Inn

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews

Ella Odyssey Inn enjoys a location in Ella, 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

Top Heaven

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews

Providing garden views, Top Heaven in Ella offers accommodations and a garden. This homestay provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

From $27.90 per night

Little heaven guest

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.0
Poor - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Just a 6-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and 0.9 miles from Ella Train Station, Little heaven guest features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

From $22.20 per night

Save money on homestays in Ella and nearby – budget options available

Ella Holly House

Ella
Budget options available

Ella Holly House offers rooms in Ella near Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and Ella Train Station.

From $66.60 per night

Welcome Homestay

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

Welcome Homestay offers accommodations in Ella, 3.1 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

Little paradise Homestay

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews

Just a 10-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and 0.6 miles from Ella Train Station, Little paradise Homestay features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

Emerald Mirror Guest Ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews

Offering garden views, Emerald Mirror Guest Ella in Ella features accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Meyon Ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Meyon Ella is located in Ella, just 2.7 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden. This guest house offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.

From $83.25 per night

Shadow Inn ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Just a 8-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and half a mile from Ella Train Station, Shadow Inn ella features accommodations in Ella, with a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge.

From $43.20 per night

Ella Green Cottages

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews

Surrounded by natural green forest, Ella Green Cottages is located 984 feet away from Ella City.

Ella Walkers Nest

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews

Offering garden views, Ella Walkers Nest in Ella provides accommodations, a garden, and a terrace. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

Enjoy breakfast in Ella and nearby

Elegant Home Stay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews

Elegant Home Stay offers rooms in Ella near Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and Ella Train Station. This homestay provides free private parking, a shared kitchen, and free Wifi.

From $43 per night

Nimsara Homestay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews

Nimsara Homestay offers accommodations in Ella, 3.1 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From $20.68 per night

Senasuma Homestay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 400 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 $52 per night

Cheeky Mango Ella

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Providing mountain views, Cheeky Mango Ella in Ella features accommodations and a garden. This homestay provides free private parking and free Wifi.

From $33.30 per night

Gastfamilie Ella

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Providing city views, Gastfamilie Ella in Ella offers accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $46.62 per night

WATHSALA Homevilla

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Just a few steps from Ella Train Station and a 10-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, WATHSALA Homevilla features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

From $19.98 per night

Udessa Rest Ella

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

Offering garden views, Udessa Rest Ella in Ella features accommodations, a garden, and a terrace. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $53.98 per night

Maleesha Homestay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews

3.1 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge in Ella, Maleesha Homestay features accommodations with access to a hot tub. With garden views, this accommodation offers a terrace.

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Avg. price/night: $42.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
All-round really nice homestay and lovely hosts!
Guest review by
Hagen
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $50.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,198 reviews
Lovely host family, very welcoming. Amazing views from the terraces on each level. Rooms are comfortable with hot water showers and air con. Great breakfast in the morning. We asked for omelettes the second day and this was not a problem. Just bear in mind there is a very steep hill down to the accommodation so bear in mind if you have any difficulty mobility wise. The Main Street is very close for restaurants etc and the walk to the nine arch bridge and little Adam’s peak is quite close from the homestay.
Guest review by
Jenny
Group
Avg. price/night: $35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews
I had a lovely time at Mellow Homestay, the host family is very kind and the food (local breakfast) was probably one of the best I‘ve had in Sri Lanka! Thank you so much, I would definitely recommend this place! 🙏🏼
Guest review by
Martina
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews
It’s have been a pleasure to stay at Rose dale Homestay in Ella. The family that own this is very kind and helpful. The room is clean and have nice beds, the view is fantastic and the breakfast is superb. I really recommend this home stay! Thanks again
Guest review by
Dhananjana
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
Great place, just out of town,ealkable or plenty of tuktuks avail. just a note,its up a few flights of stairs so would be difficult for someone with mobility issues to access. Beautiful views, wonderful breakfast. Lovely host family.
Guest review by
Hannah
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews
This is a beautiful homestay where you can relax, the room terrace is big and has an amazing view where you can also enjoy your breakfast. The breakfast and dinner are delicious, taste and the best part is that they make it. The host family is incredible and help you in every moment. I wish them all the best for the future. I highly recommended Rosedale Homestay. Best of luck!
Guest review by
Dhananjana
Solo traveler
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