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Reviews of Charming View Homestay

Temple Road Kithalella, 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka

#118 of 394 B&Bs and Inns in Ella

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Review score

Based on 44 B&B reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    9.0
    Good place for nice few days in Ella
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was very friendly but hardly spoke any English, so couldn't give us any information or advice about Ella or it's surroundings.

    Very nice and spacious room with comfortabel beds, great shower and a big terrace with beautiful view. Town is only a short walk along the railway tracks. Breakfast was good and had variaty.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2025

    9.0
    Perfect name – the view is truly charming!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed in a small but cozy private room with hot water and a welcoming atmosphere. The lovely hosts greeted us with tea and served a generous breakfast in the morning. The absolute highlight was the breathtaking view – true to the name! From our private terrace we could see Little Adam’s Peak on one side and a waterfall on the other. Below the terrace, our children loved watching the train pass by, excited for their own ride the next day. A warm, peaceful stay with unforgettable scenery.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2025

    10
    It sure is a charming view homestay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing bad.

    Nice and clean little homestay that has everything you can ask for. And it sure is a nice and charming view! A short walk on the train tracks! takes you to the city. Nice breakfast. The host helped with laundry.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2025

    8.0
    What a view 😍
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The apartment could be little more clean, the blankets and towels had some strange smell :/

    View from the terrace was absolutely amazing!! Staff is so kind and helpful, we had breakfast on the terrace every morning, they helped us arrange the tuk tuk since the pick me application couldn’t find the location.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful Stay with Excellent Hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We had a fantastic stay! The hosts were excellent—extremely friendly and hospitable throughout our visit. The location is very convenient, with Ella town just a 5-minute walk away via the railway track. It's about a 30–40 minute scenic walk to the Nine Arch Bridge along the same track, which we really enjoyed. After a fun night out in town, taking a tuk-tuk back was a great option when we felt a bit too tired to walk. The property is centrally located, making it easy to access all the main attractions. A special bonus was the beautiful view of the waterfall, especially from the top level—absolutely stunning even if it is at the distance! The house is near the railway track, and the occasional passing train was actually a charming and unique part of the experience.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Relax place 10 min walk from center on the railway road. Friendly host. Good bed and bathroom. Only strange that the toilet is after the shower. If you shower in the evening and need to go to the toilet you need to walk in the wet place and there is no ventilation.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2025

    8.0
    Functional room with great view, ok for short stays
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I missed not having a sheet to put between myself and the comforter at night. The mattress and pillows seemed quite old, the room could need a refresh in general (new mattress and pillows, new white sheets to make it look clean).

    Wonderful view of the waterfall and easy access to Ella rock hike via the train line in front of the house. Great little restaurant not far away (savory heaven). Takes about 15 minutes to get into town, worth getting a scooter

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2025

    8.0
    Lovely stay with beautiful view
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room and bathroom a bit out dated but still functional

    Beautiful view from the room, and lovely family who took care of us. Really nice breakfast too. Perfect if you’re looking for basic accommodation a short walk from town

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing staff, great location, gorgeous homemade breakfast!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2025

    9.0
    Suitable adept for recommendation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Quite challenging for a passenger car, but nothing that couldn't be handled with better experience.

    I personally liked the close proximity to the train tracks, which were literally a stone's throw from the accommodation. This also made it an easy trip to the city centre via them. Breakfast was sufficient to start the day.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great place, we can only recommend to stay here. As many stated it is faster to reach than Google says, thanks to the possibility to walk next to the railway. The room was big and clean. The breakfast was the best we had and we even got bisquits and tea in the afternoon. Very nice family running the place!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stunning view from the own balcony. Perfect location just 10 minute walk from Ella city. As not ok the center not loud. Very good breakfast.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    10
    Good homestay with great views
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfy bed and clean room. A bit far away from the town but short distance by train tracks and okay price with tuk tuk. Spectacular views from the balcony and nice breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice staying Nice and friendly family Excellent breakfast and amazing view of the mountains and waterfalls!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2024

    9.0
    It was a nice stay also to relax at the property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no A/C and it‘s really warm in the room. We had to open the door during the night and put the fan there. And unfortunately locals burned plastic nearby (quite often) and the smoke came into the room.

    The family greeted us with tea and cookies. They were very friendly the whole time and they made a delicious breakfast which was a little different every morning. The room was very clean and had everything we needed including a very good mosquito net. The view from the balcony, where you‘ll also have the breakfast is very nice. To go to town you can walk on the railway which only takes about 15-20 minutes. I can really recommend it.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2024

    9.0
    Good choice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Good view, good room, good stuff and near to the center

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great, amazing view, very nice hosts, delicious breakfasts, we sincerely recommend it!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful scenic private stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room has only one standing fan and you can't open the door to make it cooler at night (due to outdoor bugs). The water pressure was quite weak. We were a couple and could only use 1 side table whilst we slept, the room could use 2 more side tables if they want to accommodate for 4 guests. There are also limited plug sockets for charging 3 devices between 2 people. I would recommend them not to put the hairdryer in the bathroom near the shower.

    Stunning private view that really made us feel relaxed, it was beautiful and we loved seeing waterfall and mountains amongst the forest. Comfortable stay and nice basic breakfast with sri lankan items given by the family, every morning with the beautiful view. It is next to train tracks and you can see trains come and go, which actually was quite interesting for us! it doesn't run past 7:30/8pm at night. The room is of a good size. The hosting family are warm and welcoming, even though they couldn't understand the english at times, they tried their best to guide us.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    10
    Great stay away from the hustle and bustle with a stunning view from the deck
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Stunning location with great view of the waterfall and countryside. 10 minute walk along the train line into town. Great breakfast provided. Owners lovely

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The included breakfast was kind of local type and not everyone can appreciate it but it was okish.

    Beautiful views. Welcome tea.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    10
    Nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly family with great hospitality. The views where amazing

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The people are very friendly, the views are lovely, it’s a short 10 min walk to town via the train tracks, generous breakfast portions.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view is amazing! The room was clean and the host very kind

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    We had the most amazing stay at Charming View! The views were literally amazing and it was just so amazing on the terrac
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Amazing view and location! Lovely owners and great breakfast.

    Stayed in February 2024

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