Nothing. The only difficulty was that we had to park our car on the road downside because it was difficult to drive, very steep way to the guesthiuse. But the owner of the nearby shop was very kind to allow us to park our car at the ground in front of it.

Very pleasant and welcoming family. They give only one big and cosy room for rent with terrace. If you'd like to get up in the morning with an amazing view of mountains, this place is just perfect. They also suggest delicious dinners and breakfasts. Much better than in the town cafes and restaurants. Portions were so huge that we took only one for both. Many thanks to the owner!

Stayed in August 2025

The location, as i said before, is in the middle of the nature, is not a problem but notice that to reach the house you have to pass from a steep climb, because the tuktuk from ella doesn’t arrive in front of the house, but it’s just 10 minutes, useful to digest your food.

Everything was amazing! The food, the owner, the view. The family that managed the house was really kind, they gave us tea and biscuits, fruits and helped us in every possible way. They make dinner and breakfast, they gave us a lot of food, and it was delicious. The location is in the middle of the mountain, between a forest. We found a lot of different animals, monkeys, big squirrels, birds, only staying on the balcony means watching nature and animals, i really loved that. Wifi is great, the room is so big and you have a full house for yourself, so you can chill outside and have your time without any bothering. The bathroom was also cool and the shower was really hot! Thanks so much, we will come back!

Stayed in July 2025

The host family is very friendly and goes out of their way to assist. Location a bit out of the city but the views are worth it. The room is clean and the shower nice and warm. During my stay I had once dinner and breakfast, the food is amazing a must try! Also they offer laundry service.

Stayed in July 2025

This is my best homestay in 2 months travelling in Sri Lanka.The room was so beautiful very big and very clean with nice balcony in the forest you can see also waterfall from there.The family very kindly and helpful they offer me delicious breakfast and homemade dinner.It was for me an amazing experience!Thank you for your hospitality never forget and I am sure will be back

Stayed in April 2025

We really enjoyed our stay at Dulmini Homestay and found our time to be one of the highlights of Ella. The location (although steep to get to) offers a fantastic view of the hillside and most mornings the forest was filled with wildlife such as birds and monkeys. The family took good care of us, offering us advice on bus hire, cooking incredible meals for us and even allowed us to rent one of their scooters.

Stayed in April 2025

Would love there to be a kettle in the room!

We absolutely loved our time at Dulmini Homestay and wished we could have stayed longer! The whole cottage is private, away from the main house with incredible views of the valley, a giant waterfall in the distance AND train views. It was unlike anything we've experienced before. We highly recommend eating breakfast and dinner here also for incredible meals and hospitality. Perhaps order one plate for two people at dinner as the sizes were so massive!! We would absolutely stay here again if we were ever in the area.

Stayed in March 2025

If you are driving yourself, the road to the apartment is pretty tough

We had a great stay at Dulmini Homestay! The host family is very welcoming and friendly, we got served a lot of delicious Food and tea :) you have your own little apartment with a large terrace, a great view and animals (birds, monkeys, eagles) around you! Recommend to stay here

Stayed in February 2025

It’s a little bit far from the center but the family rent a scooter (what we did) so it was ok

The room is great and clean, the bed is perfect, the balcony with the mountain view is amazing. You can enjoy the outside with the animals in the garden. The family is very nice and available via WhatsApp. Diner and breakfast were very very good

Stayed in February 2025

It was such a pleasure to stay in this amazing place... We've got the best food what we had in Sri Lanka! Owners are very kind and helpful.. They are also offering tuk tuk, scooter and laundry service as well... You can also see all kind of animals from your terrace. Highly recommended! :))

Stayed in February 2025

All was good!

Really beautiful spot a bit higher up from Ella. Lovely family that truly made you feel like home. The food was amazing and you get soooo much. As it is a bit higher in the mountains, own transport or taxi/tuktuk is recommended. Thanks for having us and we would definitely come back if we are around.

Stayed in January 2025

Dulmini Homestay is run by a family. I had one of the best homestay experiences with them. The property is surrounded by greenery and a bit of wild, it is in a small estate. The view is spectacular with all the hills around. We also saw a group of monkeys and a big wild squirrel on trees while having breakfast. The property has only one room, so you will have this small property all by yourself. The room was spacious and so was the bathroom. I highly recommend having at least a meal and breakfast at the place, it was one of the best food I tried in Sri Lanka. Ravidu's mother cooks delicious food, and meals will be served at the property outside, on the porch. Raviddu will also arrange a scooter if you like and at a very reasonable price, cheaper than what you will get in the town. The property is 2 km away from the town in serenity.

Stayed in January 2025

The room was a bit moldy.

It’s a bit out of town therefore very calm and amazing view. The dinner was homecooked and amazing for reasonable prices. We could rent a scooter there. The owner helped us with all our problems and questions, even organised a TukTuk to town last minute. Really recommended!

Stayed in December 2024

This was a perfect oasis in Ella - located on the hill, very beautiful views, so peaceful! You’re surrounded by nature on a beautiful terrace. The family is very nice and the meals were the most delicious Sri Lankan food we ever tried!!! So tasty!

Stayed in December 2024

We had a very pleasant stay in Dulmini homestay. The hosts are very kind. It’s a beautiful family ready to help where possible. You get a private, spacious room with bathroom and terrace which has an amazing view over the valley. You can see the mountains right from your bed! The family also offer breakfast and dinner as extra service and both are very good, homemade by the mother of the family. When the breakfast is ready - served on our own terrace - the son rang our room bell to let us now. You open the door and are greeted with a nicely served table and the morning sun behind it. What an experience!

Stayed in September 2024

Amazing view and very clean

Stayed in September 2024

I like everything

The homestay is located in a beautiful and quite area of Ella , surronded by nature . Big room with huge terrace , everything very clean with hot water and wifi working perfectly. I had breakfast and dinner and the food is incredible tasty . The service provided exceed my expectations, 10 points is too low , the guesthouse deserves 100! If you are hiking stage 16 or 15 of the Pekoa trail , don't think twice , this is the place to stop . Highly recommended it

Stayed in August 2024

As the accommodation is a bit outside of the main city center and the last part of the road to the property is rather steep, we had to drive by Tuktuk a lot.

The homestay is a really good choice if you want to have a short city break and want to have your home in between nature and calmness. We even saw some monkeys and deers while sitting on the terrace, had a very relaxing time. The family cooked really delicious food for us and gave us a lot of fresh fruits and tea. They are really kind and tried to do to everything to make the stay as pleasant as possible.

Stayed in August 2024

Delicious breakfast. Hosts were so friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean. Wonderful view on the balcony.

Stayed in August 2024

As far as the accomodation goes, other than a few hangers to hang some clothes would be nice but otherwise no complaints

Beautiful view from the balcony, nice, comfortable and clean room and bathroom, delicious food prepared by the owners, fresh fruit from their trees and lovely family that will help you with any extra requests you might have. The bed was also amazingly comfortable.

Stayed in March 2024

Absolute banquet of a breakfast In a peaceful setting

Stayed in March 2024

Amazing place with awesome views in the nature! Family is really helpful and lovely! Breakfast was delicious😊😊

Stayed in March 2024

The views are awesome. They welcomed us late at night and also served a tasty breakfast! The zone is very quiet as it is a little far from city centre

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

The location is maravellous, located in the heigths of Ella, surrounded by nature and animals (squirrels, macaques, porcupines, birds...), with a very beautiful view of the mountains. It is situated about 25 min walk from the railway tracks on which you can hike to different places (Ella Rock, Nine arches bridge...) and about 30 minutes (walking) from the center of Ella. The hosts are super welcoming and friendly, with great hospitality. The bedroom is large, has its own terrace, and a comfortable bathroom. Everything was very clean. And we can not forget to mention the cooking which is absolutely delicious and plentiful, with fruits from the garden. Best meals we've had in Sri Lanka so far. It is a must to taste the cuisine! 😋 We loved our stay at Dulmini's home and we highly recommend it 🌞 thank you for everything!

Stayed in March 2024

Due to the climate and the extraordinary long rainy period I guess all accommodations here are rather damp, but you can leave the window in the bathroom open for fresh air.

The detached cottage has a nice and spacious bedroom, a large bathroom and a covered terrace with a beautiful view, double bed (not for people over 1.85) with a very comfortable mattress and good mosquito net, hot water. Situated on a wooded hillside surrounded by tea plants, palm trees and other trees, totally quiet, no neighbours only squirrels, many different birds and fireflies. There is a nice walk (40 min) down to the village, maybe take a tuktuk back in the evening (2 - 3 Dollars). The family is very nice (lives nearby) and would be happy to prepare breakfast and dinner which we did not make use of. Good wifi, really good value for money.

Stayed in February 2024