Hettipola Waththa, Ella, 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka
#156 of 394 B&Bs and Inns in Ella
Guests' ChoiceBased on 35 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.0
Location
7.8
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.2
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Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Shseela
United KingdomWe were a bit further out of town than I would have liked. I lost my shoes as l left them out side the room and a dog took one of them. Do Not leave your shoes outside your room!
Very pretty place. And great views. Room was clean and comfortable. Family was very helpful.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
Jacqueline
United KingdomThe location wasn’t ideal - the host was able to transport us sometimes which was great, but organising our own taxi/tuk tuk for 5 people wasn’t easy. A lot of the tuk tuk drivers in Ella seemed surprised by the location and had to pore over google maps for some time before agreeing to take us! We couldn’t arrange a taxi for less than 1000 LKR (some previous reviews said 500 but we were laughed at trying to haggle from there!). So for 5 people that was double for two tuk tuks. But it was good to escape the bustle of the town.
Lovely setting - as a family of 5 we took both rooms ( the family room would be too squishy for 3 teenagers and 2 adults together). The food was excellent and the family friendly, happy to do anything they could to help.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Adrian
SpainVery nice room, not a lot of space but for one night was perfect. Super clean and the hosts super nice and available
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Pauline
BelgiumA bit far from Ella center (30 min by foot). You can order a tuk tuk with the hosts but make sure to haggle prices.
The staff was really helpful and nice. The room is modern as well as the bathroom and you have a covered outdoor space which is very pleasant.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 May 2025
Sameera
Sri Lankayes
nice place
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Natania
AustraliaVery helpful family with a super cute cat. Property is ten minutes from town about 500-700 lkr depending on your negotiation w tuktuk drivers. Very quiet at night with some early evening peaceful chanting can be heard from nearby monasteries. Suburb dinner from family. First time I had a traditional Sri Lankan dish. So grateful.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 12 February 2025
Cindy
FranceThe family was nice and kind to us, the lady cooks very very well, they’re well organised, prices are fair enough, they have tuk tuk or scooters available, shower pressure and temperature was amazing, good connection of WiFi…. We’ve enjoyed seen différents animals from their beautiful garden 😍
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Michael
AustraliaExtremely lovely family set a bit out of Ella away from the hustle of Ella but a 5 minute tuk tuk into town, amazing food
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 26 December 2024
Aissani
QatarI loved the place, beautiful decoration, amazing treatment, they were very welcoming and friendly and the price is very good
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 18 August 2024
Juan
GermanyThe place is a bit outside of ella and a little bit difficult to reach.
Very clean and comfortable bath and bedroom. You have your own terrace and a balcony with an incredible view. The family is very welcoming and always willing to help. The food is very tasty. We spend our second time there because the place feels like home.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Sergio
United KingdomThe property was in a lovely area with views of surroundings mountains and it really felt like you were very much in nature. The room was lovely and very clean, and the bathroom was very nice too. The owners helped us to plan what we should do in Ella, and they made excellent food too.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Ross
United KingdomLoved it all, just be aware that you’ll need a bike/scooter or a reliable tuc tuc driver to get you anywhere.
Amazing hosts! Lovely quiet location!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Sinthukasan
Sri LankaIt is located outside of city town, 400M road is bad ( impossible to drive the car)
They bring you breakfast as you ask, which is great, Friendly staff , Very Clean bathroom, Huge room with 1 queen bed and 2 double bed.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Patrick
United KingdomVery good stay. Scooter rental and laundry available for a good price and tuk tuk into ella
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Shukri
MalaysiaA bit far
Friedly owner
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Mohamed
Sri LankaVery comfortable and staff also very friendly 👌👍🏻
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 July 2023
Nashua
United KingdomThe location was amazing and convenient near by to all famous attractions. The room was very clean n host was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast and dinner was very delicious , internet connectivity was superb. Overall I had an amazing stay where I felt like home
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 21 July 2023
Carlos
SpainEverything was perfect
Really friendly and helpful family. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Ilkee
TurkeyLocation is very bad. Only use tuk tuk. Dog is very friendly. So it's problem. Bathroom and toilet are very nearly. If you use it you will be wet. Room is very small.
The garden was very nice. Bed, pillow, sheet etc. were clean. Family hospitality is very good. Lighting was good. Wifi is good.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 February 2025
Joyce
United StatesNo hot water and no breakfast and bad WiFi. English not really spoken
Friendly family. Good location
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2024
Kutti
Sri Lankaroom space tightly for family like us with 5 members .
Staying at this homestay is definitely worth every penny. The family who owns and runs it is incredibly friendly, making you feel right at home. The food is delicious and very reasonably priced, adding great value to your stay. Additionally, the owners offer tuk-tuk services, and they’ll drop you off and pick you up anywhere in the Ella area at a fair price. Overall, it’s a fantastic experience with a warm and welcoming touch.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
Cyntia
SlovakiaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 April 2025
Tamara
AustraliaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 13 March 2025
Sachith
Sri LankaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2025
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