No.01, Halpe Road, Ella, 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka
#296 of 394 B&Bs and Inns in Ella
Guests' ChoiceBased on 75 hotel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.2
Facilities
7.9
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 22 April 2025
Danuthara
Sri LankaYou forgot to supply bath towels and soaps. We had to knocked you. Please be punctual on that.
An accidentally my phone and my friends sunglasses lose in your place. But you got action to send it me within 3 days. I'm so happy about that. That my friend was tourist. He also happy with your action.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Mills
Sri LankaThis was a little gem. A home from home. Not luxury but clean and friendly and a great location. The people were nice here.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 7 March 2025
Stephen
AustraliaThis is more like staying with your grandparents than a hotel. The room is a little musty but altogether absolutely fine. The location is terrific and the price is great. It has a pleasant welcoming atmosphere and a nice common area if you want to chat to the other guests.
This is a great little back packer style place close to the station right in the centre of town. It's run by a charming old gentleman and the price is very reasonable. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 27 January 2025
Dharshan
Sri LankaNice place to stay. I did the Pekoe Trail trekking from Haputale to Ella, and this place is close to the endpoint and budget-friendly, which is why I chose it. The host uncle and aunty were very kind and welcoming. Everything was good, but I feel they can improve a few things to attract more guests, like adding hot water facilities, providing toilet rolls, and maintaining better cleanliness. It would also be helpful to have a bin in the room. Otherwise, for the price, the room was okay. The mattress was comfortable, and the towels and bedsheets were very clean.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 21 January 2025
Sai
Sri LankaVery good owner
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 January 2025
Jeff
AustraliaShower was not great
Location is perfect just far enough from the main street
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 3 January 2025
Kirstie
AustraliaOriginally accidentally booked a tent which whilst comfortable wasn't what we were after, the owner transferred us to a room the following day. The hot water didn't work so we had cool showers but given the climate it wasn't a problem. A little bit noisy at night due to NYE parties nearby but we got used to it and it didn't bother us after the 2nd. Few flies snuck into the room but spray got rid of them and pretty normal for Sri Lanka.
Such a lovely host and wife. The host organised a really safe and reliable tuk tuk driver for us at a reduced price. He also helped with bus and train timetables and dropped us at the bus when we left. The breakfasts were delicious and huge - well worth the small extra cost. Such a convenient location. Cheap laundry service. Definitely recommend this place as a really friendly and welcoming homestay style of accommodation.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 1 January 2025
Debjani
BangladeshWashroom disappoints me. I knew it will be a basic , but it went below the range, no mirror even. There is only one charging option (3 PIN Flat) placed outside the cabin, so you have to wait until your gadgets are charged up. You better carry a multi plug.
We wanted a tent house experience and it is. location is very close to Ella railway station.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 30 December 2024
Pedro
United KingdomNoisy right next to main road
Close to amenities, friendly owner
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 20 December 2024
Valentina
ItalyDidn’t spend the whole night as I have a fear for insects and sadly some laying insects got in my room. Its absolutely not the place’s fault as it is normal, and since it was rainy it might have caused them to be more interested in my bedroom light 😅 They were super kind in trying to let them out and it actually worked. However they kept coming back idk how and since I was not feeling comfortable I decided to leave before checkout. However this is just my experience and the hosts were kind !
Host super kind and welcoming. Very enjoyed my time
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 13 December 2024
Eileen
IrelandLovely hosts
Lovely hosts
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 11 November 2024
Zsófia
HungarySimple but nice guest house, breakfast was amazing, the best that I have eaten so far in Srí Lanka. Location is great, couple of minutes walk from the centre of Ella.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 11 September 2024
Mahender
IndiaIt's a old constructed property. It requires regular maintenance.
It's location. It is at a walking g distance if 250 meters or so. Old property. Many food joints starts from just outside the property and after the tunnel the main market of Ella start. In the main market there are many Super markets, banks, ATM's, Restaurant's etc. Great location. We feel at home Very nice behavior of the host and his wife. A good wifi. Good for 1 or 2 days stay.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 9 September 2024
John
Irelandnothing
Very close to the train station and the main street. Free tea and biscuits too. The couple running the place are lovely and friendly
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 31 August 2024
Thushara
Sri LankaMy daughter and i stayed two nights at ella tunnel corner in. It's a safe & beautiful place. The owner is very friendly. We appreciate their service❤
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Katie
United KingdomAccommodation and facilities were a little tired/dirty and some bugs, but we expected this for the price.
Great location and really lovely hosts- so friendly! Really good value for money. Fan was really good- didn’t matter that we didn’t have AC.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Jennifer
GermanyThe bathroom was really old, but still okay for the money you pay. We gave them our laundry, but unfortunately it didn’t smell that nice, after we got it back..
Location is perfect, just a few minutes walk to the train station aswell as to the centre. The owner is really nice and we could rent a scooter for a good price!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Colin
AustraliaThe price we paid was more than quoted on booking .com for one night . We actually stayed three nights and the price we paid was still more than quoted on booking .com
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Bruna
SwitzerlandThe couple who hold the place are extremely kind. They help you with everything you need. Good breakfast, good location. On top!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Whatcott
United KingdomA little noisy and a some traffic fumes which are to be expected in one of the more congested but central areas of ella. It is very close to the station though so 6 of one...
The owners are super kind, helpful and hospitable. Most people struggle at this point in their journey around Sri Lanka because the train system is difficult to navigate. The gentleman owner is an expert and can help arrange your onward journey. Breakfast is epic! And so much of it... plus, he has his own tea and coffee grown behind the guesthouse.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Simon
JerseyRoom with 2 double beds is tight for space.
Well looked after by the hosts and good value with a huge spread for breakfast. Comfortable communal area for chilling out.b
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Marko
SerbiaIt's close to the city's center and the host was helpful.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Paulina
PolandCan be quite loud from the road but it was not a problem- I slept well
Very close to everything in Ella, the best owners- the lady was making breakfast each morning and it was delicious! The man guided me to Little Adam’s Peak and the Nine Arches Bridge, ordered me a tuktuk when I needed it and they were so nice!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 17 April 2023
Tilak
Sri LankaBedding seemed not clean
They treated us nicely. Owner even explained the surrounding nicely drawing a sketch. True sri lankan hospitality. Will visit there again.
Stayed in April 2023
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