Truth is, getting to the hotel is a bit tricky, as there’s a steep road to get there with no light at night, but it can be done with Tuktuk.

The stay at the Nine Arch Jungle Inn was great! The view from the room is amazing! Waking up to a sunrise with that view was magical. Also the breakfast was the best we’ve had in Sri Lanka. We also had our laundry done. Probably the best of all was Gavi! He was incredibly helpful! He picked us up in the tuktuk the first day and dropped us off the last day. He was always taking care of us and ensuring the experience was perfect. Thanks Gavi!

Stayed in August 2025

My friend heard a couple of noises from monkeys in the night, but I personally didn’t at all and found it very peaceful

Incredible views 5 minute walk to nine arch bridge Amazing staff We had dinner cooked by the hotel and it was amazing, highly recommend Very clean We got picked up by TukTuk from the main road - recommend packing your things into a smaller bag to stay here vs bringing a suitcase / big rucksack

Stayed in August 2025

I loved it here. It felt like I was in the middle of the jungle, with fabulous views! Location wise, very convenient for the 9 Arch Bridge. It's a little way out of town, with quite a walk up a hill to get to the main road, but it is walkable (or you can go along the rail track). However, Gavi was amazing and basically carted me around in his tuktuk whenever I needed, which gave me easier access to some of the hikes in the area (recommend Little Adam's peak for a fairly easy climb - mostly stairs) and the town centre, which is great for some shopping and a more lively vibe. The room is really quiet, except for the monkey's!! Once I'd worked out what the sound was (you know when you shake metal to make it sound like thunder - that sound) and stopped freaking myself out, I realised it was the monkey's on the rooftop and quite liked hearing it! Also, there are fire flies in the area, which are absolutely beautiful to watch! I thought I might struggle without aircon, but the fan is powerful and kept the room cool. It was very clean and comfortable. Would recommend in a heartbeat to stay here!

Stayed in July 2025

Gavi, who worked there, was super kind. He helped us with our luggage and provided a tuktuk for going back to the main road in Ella. We had the best breakfast, with the best view! Only 5 min walk to the train! Would def recommend!!

Stayed in July 2025

I’m downside is no aircon but we had a powerful fan.

Excellent location with great views of Nine Arch Bridge, only a 3-4 min walk downhill to it too, so a perfect place to stay if you want to experience it early morning before the crowds come. Host was very helpful and dropped us into town on his tuktuk a couple of times. We didn’t opt for breakfast but it smelled amazing both mornings we stayed! The room was clean, spacious with a big bed and well equipped bathroom and nice shower.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing!

You feel like you are one with nature, there are animals around you but none come in to the room or balcony so you also feel safe. Gavi was a great host. The view of the bridge from the balcony is hard to beat.

Stayed in April 2025

We liked our stay! It is a bit of jungle here, with monkeys, squirrels and bugs. But the room is very comfortable and has an amazing view on the bridge! The way down is for the more experienced tuktuk driver, they are more than happy to help get you there and back.

Stayed in April 2025

The stay was perfect, beautiful view, beautiful place. Delicious breakfast and very good staff - especially Gavi, who was extremely helpful at all times!

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing it was spectacular! 10/10

Such a cozy cabin with front row views of the bridge! Even though the weather was rainy we were able to enjoy the bridge to the full on the terrace. Gavi and his family are just next door and look after every detail, from helping us drive the tuktuk down to all our meals and drinks. No need to go anywhere, just enjoy the best view in Ella! Hottest shower we have had in Sri Lanka and well thought out cabin with different lighting options and thick curtains to give privacy.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing, the location is in the middle of je jungle and hard to find and on the end of a steep hill. However. The host wil take you anywhere you want with his tuk tuk.

The location and the host were absolutely perfect. We arrived ill because of the food somewhere else. Our host took care of us. He is a hero.

Stayed in March 2025

It was a bit of a walk to get into town.

The host, the view, the cleanliness and the breakfasts.

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing

Our stay in this accommodation was absolutely wonderful—just perfect! Above all, our contact person, Gavi, was incredibly kind and helpful. He even picked us up and brought us back for our move on both arrival and departure.

Stayed in February 2025

True jungle stay with animals around. Cosy and clean room with a gorgeous view of the nine arch’s bridge. Fantastic breakfast on the balcony and very kind and helpful staff. Would definitely stay there again

Stayed in February 2025

The location and view of the Nine arch bridge was amazing. Accommodation was new and great. The host Gavi was fantastic, provided an excellent breakfast each morning. Perfect Stay!

Stayed in February 2025

The view is amazing. You have the Nine Arch Bridge literally in front of you. Host very friendly and helpful. Free breakfast simple but tasty.

Stayed in January 2025

The roof of the property is galvanise so when it rains it can be very loud. Monkeys tend to run across the riff also. We had ear plugs which we would recommend if you are a light sleeper. Otherwise the property is great.

The view of nine arch bridge. Being in the jungle and listening to the animals at night. Our host Gavi was great and provided a Tuk Tuk when we wanted to go to Ella city or other locations. The breakfast was fantastic and served on our balcony overlooking the bridge.

Stayed in January 2025

Having your brekfast in the jungle and watch the beautiful landscape with the bridge is priceless.

Stayed in January 2025

Great room and well decorated, with a really kind and helpful host. The view over the bridge was perfect.

Stayed in December 2024

Location and view of the 9 Arch bridge is incredible. It’s a 5 minute walk to the bridge

Stayed in January 2025

Not a dislike...but the roof is tin and the monkeys love to jump on it, maybe take ear plugs as it can scare you out of your sleep lol They want payment in LKR although it advises $ on booking.com

This place was great! The views, the nature, the peace, the breakfast!! I dont think you could be closer to the 9 arch bridge, outside the inn is the path to the bridge and its about 3min walk from there, downhill. Forewarned, I arrived in the evening and it was dark, I would suggest arriving in the daylight as its a little scary otherwise! The roads can only be accessed by tuktuk, they are very steep and you're so in nature my brain couldn't adjust to all the noises without visual clues...but once I seen it all in the daylight, it was amazing, my brain adjusted and I could appreciate all the nature noises. The roads are steep, but doable. Everything (other than bridge) is about 20/30min walk away. There are restaurants about 10/15mins away. I would recommend, it was one of my favourite stays, I enjoyed sitting on my balcony watching the trains come in, watching the monkeys or squirrels..enjoy! Shower was good and hot, the WIFI was also good (router in room!)

Stayed in December 2024

These things didn’t really bother us but are worth mentioning Quite far outside of the city in a very steep hill. Some elder people or people that have limited walking ability will struggle. Lots of noise at night from the wildlife including monkeys fighting on the roof lol!

It was a really cool setting for the room and the balcony overlooked the infamous 9 arch bridge. Gavi was really helpful and helped arranged pickup from the station and shuttles into town using whatsapp. Room had a fan and a mosquito net. Very big breakfast served at our time of choice each morning.

Stayed in December 2024

The view from the breakfast table was spectacular! Great view of the bridge

Stayed in December 2024

sometimes there was loud music in the evening from a bar or something by the train, but it wasn’t bad.

The location is incredible!! You have a perfect view on the 9 Arch Bridge. The breakfast is amazing. The people are super friendly and help you with everything! Would totally recommend it!!

Stayed in December 2024

Amazing View of the 9 arches bridge. In addition to this, the breakfast was AMAZING. Also the guy who manages the place is more than helpful. Take into the consideration he can pick up and dropp you off when going and leaving the hotel as the place is a bit remote and not so easy to access but the environment deserves the effort. I have only one night in Ella so this place was very convenient to explore the bridge early in the morning without much people and also to see the train passing by in different times of the day.

Stayed in December 2024