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Lovely setting outside space for breakfast. Quiet area 7 mins walk and your in the busy town. Lovely lady running family guest house, great breakfast

Stayed in August 2025

We had trouble finding the place, It was almost 700m down a very rough road without much signage. We had breakfast with the host once. They don't speak much English and had some trouble communicating. I asked for some milk and she nodded and never came back ... The food was tasty but definitely overpriced and cost almost 2-3 times a standard srilankan breakfast I have had at other homestays. There are a lot of other options within 5-10 min walk . There is no A/c in the room, with only 1 wall mounted fan in a corner. It would have been fine if there was some cross ventilation, because the weather was good, but we could not open the windows (mosquitoes/monkeys!) and it did become stuffy at night.

The room was very well maintained and spacious, clean bathroom. Thoughtfully prepared room, with travel adapters. It's just about 10-15 minutes walk from the main road and lots of restaurants, supermarkets and all amenities close by.

Stayed in August 2025

Everything ok

Very peaceful place, you have the impression of being at home. The owner is always very kind, discreet and super nice and has always a big smile. Place is also clean, rustic and even being in the middle of nature and very quiet is only 10 minutes away by walking from main street(super chaotic). At mellow homestay you will feel far away from everything and feel sorry to leave for how calm and relaxing it is. We had the room upstairs, it feels for sure more private and secluded. There is no air con but there is no need as Ella is not hot. During the night its 22 degrees celsius as it is at 1000 metres above sea level. Writing this review from nuwara eliya where presently it's raining non stop and it's 15 degrees celsius sigh(1880 metres above sea level). Ella in this period, instead, is very dry(no rain) Breakfast at mellow homestay is also very good and full of fruit among the other things. Mellow homsestay is also walking distance from the nine arches bridge path and not that far from Little Adam's peak.

Stayed in July 2025

Wifi was not working properly.

Very good location. Neighbours provide tuktuk ride and laundry services. Clean facility. Super breakfast! Value for money

Stayed in July 2025

Nice little homestay well located in Ella. The views were lovely and it was very peaceful. It was nice to be a 15 minute walk out of the busy-ness of the main town.

Stayed in April 2025

Super friendly host, warm and welcoming, great breakfast

Stayed in May 2025

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Quiet and lovely little homestay with the sweetest, genuine and generous host. The room had all the comfort you need and the homecooked breakfast was the best we had in Sri Lanka. We will remember this place dearly.

Stayed in May 2025

Very clean, perfect location and cozy place to stay.

Stayed in April 2025

With no AC, the side windows need mosquito screens so the windows can be opened. Otherwise the room is like a sauna.

Nice owner. Good location if you want to go to the bridge or little adam's peak. Not that far from the main strip.

Stayed in April 2025

Beautiful room in best location for the famous sights. Very loving and caring family with amazing Sri Lankan breakfast. Unique experience

Stayed in April 2025

We had a nice stay at Mellow! Pretty quiet place just outside the buzz of Ella. Breakfasts were superb, the best ones we had during our trip in Sri Lanka. The room was clean yet good value for what you pay.

Stayed in April 2025

The road is quite narrow-- better to get around by scooter or tuk-tuk than by car

Ella is a very hilly and sloped city. We chose Mellow Homestay due to its proximity to Ella Railway station and also the fact that it was less than 10 minutes walk to access the main street. If you have mobility issues, I do recommend just hailing a tuk-tuk, but from what we have seen-- this location is better than other places that are situated further uphill. We stayed in the deluxe triple room which can only be accessed by going up a steep set of stairs. Please note that you may hear monkeys up on the tin roof at night time 😅 This should not be a problem if you are staying in the standard room downstairs. We enjoyed our afternoon cup of tea with cookies as well as breakfast. Host is very friendly and accomodating.

Stayed in March 2025

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Fantastic room in this Homestay with the most amazing view of Ella rock. The family that run it are delightful and the breakfast was great. Especially the tea. Could not recommend this place more!

Stayed in March 2025

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This homestay is in a very peaceful area, a short walk away from the busy centre of Ella. The host made us feel very welcome and went out of her way to help us. The room is light, comfortable and very clean with a very pleasant shady terrace with many plants. We had breakfast and dinner most days and the food was delicious. All freshly prepared by our host, in very generous quantities with a variety of Sri Lankan dishes. It was very nice after a busy day to have dinner served on your private terrace! The homestay is a great place to relax and unwind and the host and her family are very friendly and helpful but not intrusive. There is also a very reasonably priced laundry service.

Stayed in March 2025

We had a very pleasant stay. The room was basic but had everything we needed, and we enjoyed spending time on the terrace. The location is within walking distance to the center with all the restaurants, as well as the Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak. It’s situated in a very quiet area. The owner was a kind and welcoming woman, which made our stay even better.

Stayed in February 2025

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Lovely terrace to eat our meals on. Great location, a short walk to town and on the right side to get to Little Adam’s Peak! Our host was really kind and helpful, nothing was too much bother and to top it all an amazing cook!

Stayed in February 2025

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We stayed here only one night, wish we could have stayed longer. Our room was very clean and the bed was super comfortable. Shower facility was excellent with good hot water pressure, and the bathroom floor has non slippery flooring, which was unique for us in Sri Lanka. The patio and garden is quiet and beautiful. The location is excellent as it is close to city centre but very quiet. The lady who runs the place is very friendly and helped us with anything we needed

Stayed in February 2025

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The owner was lovely and made us a delicious breakfast every day. The room is as expected for a homestay, basic but clean. The location is peaceful but a 15 minute walk to the centre.

Stayed in December 2024

This cute homestay has everything you need for your stay in Ella. It’s close enough to the center but away from the busyness. The owner is very sweet and prepares breakfast herself. Additionally there is hot water in the shower which is a really nice thing to have in cold Ella sometimes.

Stayed in January 2025

Very good location (walking distance to the centre but away from the crowds), nice terrace, very friendly host

Stayed in December 2024

Shower could be warmer

Great accommodation further from the hectic Ella, but still very close. The host was very nice and breakfasts were great.

Stayed in December 2024

No complaints

I really enjoyed my stay here. Room was clean and comfortable. It’s just a short walk from town in a very quiet area. The host was very kind and made delicious breakfasts and dinners upon request. She gave me suggestions of places to visit. There was a comfortable outdoor area for relaxing. Highly recommend a stay here.

Stayed in December 2024

Swarma was sooo lovely and caring. She helped us a lot with information, Transport and activities. The Room was nice and clean. Breakfast from another world and city just 10 min walk away🌷

Stayed in November 2024

The woman (owner) of the property is really sweet and made our stay even better. She also cooked amazing! (we hab breakfast and dinner) We also had our laundry done! The location is quit and the room was absolutely clean and cozy. If you plan on staying in Ella - stay here!

Stayed in October 2024