Hettipolawaththa Keshani,Kumbalwela,Ella, 90100 Ella, Sri Lanka
#209 of 394 B&Bs and Inns in Ella
Guests' ChoiceBased on 34 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.2
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.7
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Reviewed: 2 September 2025
Chamal
Sri LankaThe owner was very friendly, even suggested us different places to visit around the city. The room was clean and tedious, and a good breakfast was served as included in the reservation.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 April 2025
Alex
United KingdomVery clean and comfortable rooms. The owners were friendly, although most communication was through their young children due to the language barrier. When we were arrived there was some confusion as to which rooms we had booked, however they were happy to accommodate us. A tasty breakfast was provided for 1200lkr per person.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Filip
Czech RepublicThe rooms were clean and comfortable, but in one room was the mold on the walls and theyhad a big problem with water pressure and hot water. The rest was good. When we wanted to pay, they charged us more than we were expected, but when we asked them to keep the prices on booking they did it. They need just update the prices of breakfast on booking and get rid of the mold in one room. I would recommend it.
The view, the breakfast, the dinner, comfortable beds, the terrace.Apperantly, the owners were nice people and they had a really good approach to our kids.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Roisin
United KingdomTried to get more money out of us at the end saying we didn’t pay enough even though I showed the booking.com price but we got them to agree we didn’t have to.
Comfy beds, great location
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
Rathy
Sri LankaNothing
It can be better more
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Prashantha
AustraliaLocation
Customer service
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 6 January 2023
Anupiya
Sri LankaNothing.
Room was clean and the staff were friendly. They even offered a free breakfast, which was not included in the innitial price displayed.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Josep
SpainThe place is beautiful, with stunning views, clean and spacious rooms, and wonderful hosts.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Vamanan
Sri LankaVery narrow lane to reach the hostal. The wall fan is not enough for entire room.
Everything was clean. Very helpful host and his family.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 April 2025
Vishwakanthi
CanadaWe had a wonderful stay at this location! The place was spotlessly clean, with amazing rooms and a beautifully maintained washroom (brand new). The food was absolutely delicious—meal felt homemade and comforting. What truly made the experience special was the warmth and hospitality of the owner and their lovely family. They went above and beyond to make us feel at home. Highly recommend this place for a peaceful and memorable stay!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Žymantas
LithuaniaSuch sweet host, I came very late tired they offered me dinner and told some nice stories and reccomended good places to travel. Nice view to the stupa from restautant good for laptop work. Madam wife made full table of fruits and other delicious dishes for breakfast.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 14 February 2025
Alena
FranceIt would be good to put in rooms toilet paper and towels so guests don’t need to ask for it.
The owner has a very nice house, the rooms are big and nice and comfortable. Hot water is good but be patient, it arrives 4 min after you turn it on :-) Breakfast was very good.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 9 February 2025
Sujanthan
Sri LankaRoom and staffs were good. Nice location and good food. I refer this hotel for tourists.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 15 January 2025
Abarnath
Sri LankaThey are not maintaining proper room booking records, We have booked room for a day when we visit the restaurant, they aren't ready to give the room to us, because the previous guests are not leave the room, Then I asked the management we are booked to this night, and we are coming from very long far but they don't have any answers they are ruined our day very worst.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Sunethra
AustraliaN/A
The cleanliness, the property owners, the view
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 29 December 2024
Stephen
South AfricaGreat hosts, awesome breakfast. The rooms are big and the place has a very homely feel.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 21 December 2024
Sampath
Sri LankaVery clean and well organized place. owner is a very friendly supportive person. Rooms and washrooms are very well kept and very clean. Comfy beds. Very nice when you come to living area. There is a nice small kitchen area if you would like to cook or prepare your own meal or owner can make any kind of meal too. Close to town if you use a vehicle or tuk tuk. Highly recommend if you Visit Ella.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 12 November 2024
Janith
Sri LankaThey asked us to cancel the booking on the same date we were travelling due to their previous customers were there
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 31 December 2023
Pfoser
Sri LankaI recently stayed at a homestay in Ella, and it exceeded all my expectations. The family hosting me was incredibly kind and welcoming, making me feel at home from the moment I arrived. The home-cooked meals were undoubtedly the highlight – simply the best I've had during my travels. The warmth and friendliness of the hosts added a personal touch that made my stay memorable. The homestay's location offered a breathtaking view of a stupa, creating a serene and picturesque setting. Overall, a delightful experience that went beyond what I could have hoped for.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Aminath
Sri LankaEverything
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 January 2023
Ajeepan
Sri LankaWe experienced as we stay at our home while stay at here. The room was very clean. The hotel owner is very friendly with us and done every help for us. He guided us to visit everywhere in Badulla district easily. His shedule was very comfortable for us. Everyone will experienced more than their expectations while stay here.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 5 June 2023
Anonymous
Sri LankaThe staff was very friendly and helpful. provided all that’s necessary for the stay and the rooms and the premises were clean and pleasant
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2025
John
Sri LankaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 September 2025
John
Sri LankaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2025
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