It felt like an oasis in the jungle, very beautiful. The nature was stunning and rustic, as if we were in the middle of a rainforest. It’s located within a 15 minute wak to the center, so is not very loud but is still reachable. Neranji is an incredible host who treats her guests with so much love and care. She also offers an incredible 2 hour cooking class that is definitely an interesting experience if you want to learn more about Sri Lankan cuisine. Afterwards, you get to enjoy the most delicious home made Sri Lankan rice and curry.

Stayed in August 2025

Room is definitely worth the value, but I do hope the washroom can be better maintained

Our Host, Neranji definitely makes the whole stay much more than just a bed. Place is comfortable and clean, warm welcome by host, superb location walking distance to the main attractions Nine arches and little Adam peak. Could even catch a small break back at the homestay in between activities. Food there was amazing and She even has cooking classes that is worth doing it.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing.

Everything about this place was amazing! It was far enough out of town that we weren’t affected by the night life and close enough that we could walk into town. Neranji cooks food that you say you like and always has a smile on her face. A great stay and our favourite part of Ella. And if you choose to do her cooking class you won’t be disappointed.

Stayed in August 2025

I had a wonderful stay here — they truly treated me like family and the owners are incredibly kind. Neranji cooked me amazing breakfasts every day, and her cooking lesson is something you absolutely shouldn't miss! She shared so much knowledge about Sri Lankan food, and every dish was delicious. Nishantha was also incredibly helpful — he helped me book my bus and massage, and gave me great tips on what to do in Ella. They’re all the time available for their guests needs, I truly appreciated that. The place is peaceful and surrounded by nature — you can hear the birds singing, and the balcony overlooks a beautiful garden. I also loved the cinnamon tea, made straight from their own cinnamon tree. The room was clean and had everything I needed. It was a bit humid at first, but I just opened the door and slept with the mosquito net — no problem at all. I loved it so much that I extended my stay by three more nights. Great value for the price and a truly memorable experience, come to this place if you want to experience the real Srilankan hospitality ❤️

Stayed in July 2025

I felt truly at home during my stay here. The hosts were incredibly warm and welcoming, and I was treated more like a friend than a guest. One of the highlights was the cooking session with Neranji – such a memorable and meaningful experience. It was amazing to learn how to prepare wholesome Sri Lankan dishes in a real home kitchen. I’d absolutely love to come back when I return to Sri Lanka.

Stayed in June 2025

Location was amazing, Little adams peak and 9 arch bridge hike was very near. The breakfast was amazing as well, the land lady was very cheerful and helpful.

Stayed in April 2025

Staying at 10+ home stays around Sri Lanka with comparable rooms/rates, this is the one that stood out! It’s run by the most lovely and caring host family going “the extra mile” so you have the perfect stay in Ella. The 3h-cooking-class by Neranji was an amazing experience to learn about traditional Sri Lankan cuisine/ingredients, cook together, and eat multiple tasty meals (Must Do! - ask her via PM or upon arrival) Neranji varies with her breakfast and we had three different (big) meals during our stay. Very close to the starting points of the hikes to Little Adam’s Peak & Nine Arch Bridge. The family can help organizing your Tuk Tuk transfer to Nuwara Eliya/Kandy at better rates than the rental companies, so you can enjoy the train ride hassle free.

Stayed in April 2025

Highly recomend Secret Nest Homestay!!! Everything is perfect . Perfect to get away from the noise in the city center and has a very cosy terrace. The family was super friendly and helpfull!

Stayed in March 2025

Narinji and her family are lovely hosts. The location is perfect. The included Breakfast in the morning is very good and her coocking class you can book additional is excepional! Would definitely come again!

Stayed in March 2025

* Bathroom needs fixing.

* Narenji is a very friendly, helpful Lady. * Cookery lesson

Stayed in February 2025

The only thing which might make it difficult is it’s really far from the centre of Ella. Around 30 minutes walk. It didn’t bother us as we hired a scooter but for some might not be great. However the bonus of this is that you don’t get the noise at night from the centre because Ella is loud until 3am partying!

We loved our stay it was perfect! The room was big with doors opening out onto the balcony. You’re up in the trees with the nature it’s perfect. We didn’t have any mosquito problems! We also did the cooking course they offer. It’s 4000lkr pp but it was such a good evening!

Stayed in February 2025

All was good

A great familly with love in their hearts!

Stayed in December 2024

Our host was lovely and made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. The location is a little far from the centre of town but is great for getting to other attractions like little Adams peak and nine arch bridge. Breakfast was great!

Stayed in January 2025

Nice stay in Ella with friendliest hosts and yummy food

Stayed in January 2025

Steps up would not suit the infirm.

Great location for Little Adams peak and 9 arch bridge, 15 mins walk into centre. Awesome cookery course and excellent breakfasts. Very helpful with organizing things.

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing, it was perfect.

Very nice accomodation, room big enough, comfortable bed, lovely patio with a view to a wonderful garden. Neranji, the host, is amazing person. We could check-in earlier, she prepared delicious breakfast and she also prepared perfect dinner when I asked for it for the last minute. Really recommend this wonderful place.

Stayed in December 2024

Humble, but clean place with lovely patio. Amazing breakfast

Stayed in November 2024

Leeches. A lot! So beware everytime you come into the room. The humidity is crazy, even the bed is wet and all the room smells for this reason. Last of all, the homestay is a little bit far from Ella but you can rent a scooter or walk for 20-something minutes so for me not a problem. Complessively it's a good place though.

The owners are absolutely nice people, they came pick us up when we arrived at the train station. Neranji cooked for us breakfast and dinner and arranged us a scooter for explore the area. People are absolutely amazing and I don't regret being here at all but there's something that is worth mentioning.

Stayed in November 2024

The host family are amazing, so helpful, delicious food, both breakfast and dinner meals, Cooking class was great. Rooms are comfortable, we slept well

Stayed in November 2024

Through my journey I met a lot of great people, but Neranji and her husband are absolutely the best of them all. The love and care we've received at these place highly overcame my expectations. It's a great place, close to the city but away from the city hustle. The food is delicious. And I highly recommend you choose to go to the cooking classes with Neranji, she's a real chef :)

Stayed in November 2024

Great location, amazing host who helped us with information about places to visit in Ella and prepared for us the best breakfast I had in Srilanka. She also arranged scooter for us and was considerate with the price due to the rains. Nine arches and Lil Adams peak is close by. Good eateries nearby plus you get home made food as well if you want. Highly recommended.

Stayed in November 2024

Very friendly and helpful host! The food was amazing!! The best breakfast we had in Sri Lanka. The place was very calm and nice.

Stayed in October 2024

Very friendly host ans family, everything was nice and the breakfast was very good! :)

Stayed in October 2024

The host was amazing! So friendly and an amazing cook. We followed her cooking class and she also helped us to get some spices for at home! Would definitely come back here.

Stayed in October 2024