Wamullahena Watta , 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka
#161 of 394 B&Bs and Inns in Ella
Guests' ChoiceBased on 152 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.0
Facilities
8.1
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 July 2025
Francois
NetherlandsUnfortunately, they were repairing the terras while I was there. So I could not enjoy it. But the view is fantastic
The couple hosting the rooms. The breakfast, the location, the view....charming and great value for money.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 June 2025
Mansura
BangladeshIt’s too stiff to carry the bags. Tuktuk even didn’t want to go up. To have food and other facilities you have to walk.
All basic facilities were provided. Breakfast was good.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 11 June 2025
Althaf
Sri LankaIt was a good trip
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 1 June 2025
Sarah
AustraliaPlease note the hotel is at the top of a very very steep hill, would be difficult to access for anyone with mobility issues. Tin roof a bit loud in the wind/rain at night. No AC.
Very respectful and polite staff. Excellent breakfast, by far the best we’ve had during our stay. Close proximity to city centre. Comfortable stay, good shower.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 28 May 2025
Floor
NetherlandsThe only issue was we had to walk with our bags up the very steep hill becasue no tuktuk couldn’t or wanted to take us. It’s a climb but worth it.
The staff is extremely friendly and the room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was included in our stay and it exceeded our expectations.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 17 May 2025
Jamie
United KingdomOnly small things would be that the bed was made from 2 single bed so was slightly uncomfortable if you lay in the middle on the lines. The accommodation was up a very steep hill which was completely fine for me but worth noting if someone is not fit.
Amazing view and large room. Provided everything you would need and small information pack which was a nice addition. Balcony was great. Breakfast was incredible and really make it exceptional value for money.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 15 April 2025
Trevor
United KingdomSteep road approach meanzz so you need to young and fit or have a tuck tuck.
Close to centre of town. Lovely people and great breakfast.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Sergio
SpainDespite the hill, the location was very central. The bed was very comfy and the bathroom was clean. The terrace we had in our room was great. Breakfast was big and tasty. Wifi worked well. The host was very polite, servicial and warm. The only thing we didn’t like was the lack of hand towels.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 6 April 2025
Virginia
AustraliaBreakfast was very generous. Staff very helpful. Lent me an umbrella after I lost mine. Give me good advice about activities. Good value for money. A bit of a steep road to Guest house but that was no issue for me.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 14 March 2025
Thomas
CyprusLack of power plugs next to the bed. Lack of light switches by the bed. Low water pressure at the shower, although the staff tried to fix it.
A basic hotel with a few rooms close to the main road of Ella. Main issue is that there is quite a hill u need to walk every time to reach the hotel and it will be a challenge for the not-fit people. But it's very close to all the shops and restaurants. Actually one restaurant is like 3 minutes away There is a great mountain view from the room's balcony and from outside. The rooms are very basic. There is no fridge, ac, tv, shower gel. The bed is quite comfortable. The staff was super friendly and it was nice to inform them about our time of breakfast every day. There was no daily cleaning.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 14 March 2025
Weronika
LuxembourgLocated on top of a very steep hill, not possible to drive by taxi. Loud during the night due to the bars in the city.
Very friendly and attentive owner, amazing breakfast. Clean and spacious room, very good value for money
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Charlene
AustraliaNothing
All good
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 22 February 2025
Iris
United KingdomIt is at the end if a very steep narrow road. Some people might have difficulties walking the steep short hill.
Lovely view from balcony. Good rooms. Beautiful breakfast. He,Paul staff.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 20 February 2025
Helen
United KingdomAmazing breakfast, lovely host. Had a few issues as the water ran a slightly brown colour and the hot water didn't work well, however great value for money on the whole and stunning views.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 12 February 2025
Julie
United KingdomNothing
Nice clean room, friendly staff, excellent breakfast
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 11 February 2025
Krisztina
HungaryThere is a wall-to-wall carpet in the room, which was quite old and dirty. The overall cleanliness could be improved.
The staff is extremely kind, helpful, and very welcoming. The breakfast is delicious.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 27 December 2024
Delyana
BulgariaThe house is quite outdated. It looks better in the photos. The mosquito net was very dirty. We clipped it on the side to avoid coming in contact with it. No toiletries in bathroom and nobody changed our towels/ threw the bins for 3 days.
The staff is extremely friendly - he prepared lovely breakfast for us in the morning. The bed was big and comfortable. The location is good - 5 mins walk from main city but with a hill.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 18 December 2024
Farah
EgyptCleanliness is average
View from the room & breakfast. Supun is very helpful guy
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 5 December 2024
Viroomal
United Arab EmiratesNeeds more vehicular accessibility especially the last 200 mts is difficult to climb especially if the guests are not athletic. Of course the staff help with the luggage but physically need to climb the last stretch which is difficult
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 20 August 2024
Ianargo
AustraliaThe hill. But it is ella!
Breakfast was huge and delicious Staff organized our trips and made suggestions. Great location, close to nice restaurants
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 27 July 2024
Walter
AustraliaThe location and the friendly staff
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Billy
AustraliaThe climbing up to the home stay
The mountain view and the friendly staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Ramya
AustraliaUp the top of a big hill- but the owner is very kind and will pick you up from the bottom of you give him a call
Excellent staff. Treated us like family. Beautiful breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
J
United KingdomWi-Fi was poor. The shower flow was non-existent first night which was improved after the owner adjusted something. The road to the property is very steep which is walkable but I definitely could not have managed this with my luggage. No storage in room other than a desk area and one shelf.
Location was great. Very close to Ella centre with plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from. Also railway station is very close by. Owner picked us from the railway station which was a huge help. Very friendly couple who fed us well for breakfast and looked after us. Bed was very comfy.
Stayed in February 2024
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