Ella - Passara Road, 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka
#333 of 394 B&Bs and inns in Ella
Guests' ChoiceBased on 21 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.4
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.9
Free Wifi
8.8
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Reviewed: April 27, 2025
Leigh
United KingdomThe only plug was across the room and the controls for the air con and lights too so you had to get out of bed to do anything.
The property is just like the photos and is in a very quiet and peaceful location just a 5 minute walk from the shops and restaurants. Also it’s easy to walk to the Nine Arches Bridge from here. The bed was large, clean and comfortable and the air con worked well and we had plenty of hot water. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful with coconut pancakes, fruit and home made daal. The owner and his assistant were friendly and wanted us to be happy with everything.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 25, 2025
Lubka
SlovakiaBeautiful simple but modern decor, comfy bed, mosquito net, little terrace, close to the main road but very peaceful.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Simon
United KingdomThe property is not really ready to rent. There are many things listed on booking in the facilities that aren’t actually available. There is no kettle, no hairdryer, no bath and the kitchen is not really available or set up for you to use, which was one of the main reasons we booked. Also, the shower was broken and the toilet didn’t flush properly. This could be a really nice place, but needs many things sorting to charge the price they do.
The room was large, the bed was comfortable and the breakfast was very nice.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 22, 2025
Syed
United Kingdom1. Internet was not working. Very bad and not able to open Internet page. 2. Language barrier. The staff barely speak English. 3. The room looks empty with little furniture. Could improve with some furniture. 4. The toilet flush and sink tap were not working well.
1. Location is close to Ella Market. And other tourist areas are close. 2. Staff and owner were great. They greeted us with Welcome Tea, helped us carry luggage on the steep hill to the accommodation, and arranged a takeaway for an additional charge. 3. Cleanliness and picturesque view. 4. Room size and bed was nice. 5. Balcony area for relaxing and dining. 6. Facility to use Fringe, kitchen and washing machine in a separate place.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 11, 2025
Alison
IrelandA great place to stay near Ella. Your room has a mosquito net and en-suite. There are table and chairs outside (which I brought inside ... I needed a desk to work). Big shout out to Selvan, the 'super man' running the place. He cooks breakfast, cleans, calls a tuk-tuk for you ... and all done with a big smile ! The lodging is up a steepish hill ... but a tuk tuk to / from Ella is 500 each way (less than €2), and just takes a few minutes. There is a simple kitchen and fridge, which you can use. Tea and coffee available in the kitchen.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 5, 2025
Christopher
GermanyThe room: The main problem for us was, that when you close the door, there is no chance to get fresh air. For this reason, the air is really bad when the doors were closed for a certain time. It smells damp and musty (you can see mold at the photo). There is only one plug. Make sure to bring Socket distributor. The manager: She has no sense for privacy nor service. She looks in the room even when the curtains are closed. She takes pictures of us during breakfast without permission. And she interupts the guests at dinner or breakfast for getting the stay paid Also I don't have the feeling that she treats the employee with the necessary respect.
It was clean and quite. The employee: It is a little older guy. He is the reason, that anything works at this location. He is very polite, has a huge feeling for privacy and works really well. We could see him oftentimes, since we had some rainy hours. He helped us with every concern. He is the reason, why you can stay here clean and safe. Very trustworthy.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 23, 2024
Amber
NetherlandsWe loved the host, he was the most kind personen we meet in Sri Lanka. We loved the breakfast as well! 😍 The bed and bathroom were fine.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 21, 2024
Richard
United KingdomThe room had not been cleaned. The sheets were dirty, the sink in the bathroom was grimey, there was a piece of jewellery on the dirty shelf. The toilet paper was chewed presumably by a rodent. They offered us a different room but then didn't move us. We did get clean sheets and a fresh toilet roll.
The breakfast was plentiful. The host was extremely friendly. The room was big.Up a very steep hill. Quiet at night.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: August 10, 2025
Gianluca
ItalyTuktuk and cars don't come all the way up, there is a short steep road to reach the guesthouse, about 50 m.
It's up the hill far from the hustle and bustle, in a very quiet location. Rooms and large and clean, beds comfortable with the mosquito net. They serve a really delicious breakfast in front of your room, anytime in the morning. They even packed us some food at 6 am to go for the hike in Ella Rock. Price is higher than our average but it's quite normal in such a touristic town as Ella.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: March 4, 2025
Albert
FranceFirst of all the manager was very very rude and treats her staff member like slave. With the customer she wasn’t polite,annoying and rude. I can’t find words to describe but money minded . Regarding the room the toilet was not properly fixed it is very dangerous and it doesn’t work neither, the shower was leaking everywhere. There was a leak on the roof and the floor was wet in the bed room .They don’t provide with a proper bill or receipt .
Breakfast was ok.The old man works there tried to help us in his manner unfortunately he has no means or power
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 25, 2025
Oriel
GreeceOur stay at this hotel was truly exceptional. Lelun and the family were incredibly kind and generous, ensuring we had everything we needed. Lelun went above and beyond, preparing delicious meals that perfectly accommodated my dietary restrictions. The room was spacious, comfortable, and well-maintained, making our stay even more enjoyable. The hospitality here exceeded all expectations—highly recommended
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 4, 2025
Elinor
United KingdomIt was a great location, just a short walk from centre of town. Both the manager Nelum and the gentleman who ran the homestay were so friendly and welcoming. Nelum was a lovely woman who made us feel at home, and the gentleman working at the property was such a hard worker. Breakfast was delicious and he was so proactive during our stay.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: September 30, 2024
Shalika
Sri LankaOne of the best in ella ❤
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 22, 2024
Suresh
United Arab EmiratesI love everything .there’s is nothing that I dont like
Breakfast is wonderful
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 12, 2025
Maja
SloveniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 21, 2025
Sumedha
Sri LankaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: February 27, 2025
Andrena
JerseyThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Tristan
JerseyThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 5, 2025
Leony
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: September 21, 2024
Chamila
United Arab EmiratesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2024
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