Even for walkers like us it was a little too far/steep to walk into Ella centre so you’ll need to get a tuk tuk each time. Breakfast was delicious with 2 items included then you could order extra items at cost. This wasn’t as generous as all the other breakfasts we had fully included on our 3 week visit.

Incredible views of Little Adam’s peak & Ella Rock from the top room balcony. Great hanging pod chair to relax in with the view. Owners have a tuk tuk which they will provide (paid) lifts in which is handy. We loved walking to Cafe by Serendipity for dinner with a view, great service & great value.

Stayed in August 2025

One of the best room we have been so far. Lots of space and very clean, also the bathroom super nice with the stone details. But the best part for sure is the balcony of the room with a stunning view on the mountains, where we had breakfast the next morning. Only recommendation, the street to arrive is not the best, so if you're driving a tuk tuk for the first time like us try to go with the daylight and always follow the instruction of the host.

Stayed in August 2025

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Beautiful location. Kinda secluded not easy to get to, but very peaceful and a great view. The owner is very kind and serves amazing breakfast! Would recommend this place!

Stayed in July 2025

Cleanliness and the view.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing! Amazing place and amazing hosts!

One of the most incredible places I've ever stayed! The family are so lovely, so kind and calming and just wanting to help you enjoy your stay. The food is excellent, with generous portions. Their prices are very fair. The room and bathroom are clean and spacious. But above anything else -- the VIEW! It's so absolutely incredible, there's nothing like sitting there just observing the hills and valleys, listening to the birds and watching the squirrels and monkeys, with a cup of afternoon tea. Truly a breathtaking location, and an excellent place to recharge your spirit.

Stayed in June 2025

This is so far the best place we stayed in Sri Lanka! We took the room with the balcony and what a magic moment to wake up every morning with such an incredible view on the valley and a delicious home made breakfast. The owners are really sweet. We stayed 4 nights but I wish we could have stayed there forever...

Stayed in April 2025

It‘s outside, so you must take a TukTuk to get to Ella. We were fine, because we loved the location.

Bed was comfy. Dinner was extraordinary. The nice room has a terrace with a stunning view of the valley, the hills and a waterfall. The host organized a half day trip to four waterfalls with the TukTuk. It was a great trip. The host and her family were so welcoming.

Stayed in April 2025

If you're planning a stay in Ella, be sure to stay here. The accommodation is a bit off the beaten track, but it offers breathtaking views. The family, with their three children, grandma, and grandpa, will fulfill your every wish. They'll even organize a tuk-tuk for you at any time at a very reasonable price. We had dinner there in the evening, and it was delicious. Everyone is extremely warm and friendly. You feel like part of the family.

Stayed in March 2025

Location is a bit far from town up the mountain, but Tuk-tuks are available

Cozy place with an amazing view! Breakfast was delicious and the family so kind!

Stayed in January 2025

Everything was perfect and just as we expected, the family is very friendly and helpful. The views from the room upstairs are so beautiful.

Stayed in January 2025

We stayed in the downstairs room and the bathroom could need some maintaining.

The host was extremely friendly and provided help at every time of the day. I've never met such a warm and welcoming family. The father of the host provides TukTuk service for the guests which is always safer and cheaper than all the other TukTuk we took in that region. Breakfast was awesome and the host cooked extremely delicious food each evening. The view from the house is really nice and its located in the calmth and quiet of the mountains. We really enjoyed staying here and felt home away from home.

Stayed in January 2025

There was some mould on the walls; it was not too bad but definitely something to be aware of if you are sensitive. The hot water boiler didn’t get very warm.. as it is quite cold in the mountains it wasn’t ideal.

The view was stunning & serene, perfect to watch the sunrise, rolling mists and wildlife. The place is family-run, warm, kind and super helpful. The room itself has so many little quirks, very creative & sweet.

Stayed in December 2024

The room could have been a little better.

The view

Stayed in December 2024

We were welcomed by the owner at the train station who picked us up and brought us to the location (as it is a bit high on thye mountain), which results in a mindblowing view! We missed some groceries and he even went back to the city onhis motorbike to get them for us. The owners are a family with littlekids who are extremely friendly, so welcoming, they cooked for us in the evening and made us breakfast, which was all extremely tasty! They won't shy away for anything you need, guide you with advice for activities and are SO LOVELY!!!

Stayed in August 2024

Location is a bit tough to reach but owners provide tuk tuk service from/to the main road so problem solver!

We stayed in the standard doble room with terrace. Owners were there for us for anything we need! Room was very spacious and clean and free of insects :) we had a nice dinner and then woke up in the morning with stunning views and a very rich breakfast in the most peaceful environment!

Stayed in August 2024

Everything. The view and the family. Also it is outside of the crazy vibe of downtown Ella.

What an amazing family. Erindi, her husband, parents and especially her beautiful kids were the sweetest people I have met. They were super welcoming and helpful, while also giving me the privacy I needed. The room has a beautiful view right outside the doors. I stayed here to do the Ella Rock hike and Erindi wrote detailed instructions for me and even gave me water and a torch to carry. I am so grateful to them!

Stayed in May 2024

A little hard to find make sure you get there before dark

Great hosts lovely room with a fantastic view across Ella Lovely breakfast served out side on the terrace Highly recommend Homestay Upstairs room is the best view

Stayed in April 2024

The view is breathtaking and the owners are extremely nice. Great terrace to sit in the evening and tasty breakfast in the morning. Far from noisy Ella.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing, alll was great!

A wonderful small homestay with only two room, and we stayed at the top room which has stunning view over the valey. Green, lush, quiet; and it was good to be away from the hustlebustle of Ella. Location is some distance out from the towncentre (10 min with tuktuk)), but for us defintely only a plus and totally worth it. Erandi and Dinesh were the most amazing hosts, so extremely friendly, kind and helpful, and we wished we could have stayed much longer but unfortunately else somebody booked ahead of us for the next night, so we were too late. So dont hesitate, grab the spot, especially the top room, if its available. Breakfast (Sri Lankan) was really great, we loved it. Thank you dear people, keep smiling!

Stayed in March 2024

The room was nestled in nature, super spacious and very clean. The breakfast was AMAZING! The host and her family was super friendly and kind to us. I forgot something very important at the property, they went out of their way to bring it to me in another city, I’m ever so grateful! Thank you for the great hospitality and kindness!

Stayed in March 2024

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What a lovely stay we had ☺️ the most lovely family and owners! Couldn’t do enough for us, Rented a scooter through them too! Breakfast was always fab and we had dinner one night and it was delicious! The place itself is set back from Ella so it’s very peaceful and has the most amazing views over little Adam’s peak and Ella Rock. The room was huge and very comfortable! Thank you guys so much we loved it!

Stayed in March 2024

The location given by Booking.com is incorrect, so you need the exakt location from the host. The path towards it is very steep.

Brillant location with a fantastic view, but without transport quite a way out. We had a tuktuk, so it was ok. The top room has a very nice View over the hills. We also had dinner there, which was very good. The hosts Are very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing the property was welcoming and cozy . There was an incident however that had happened to my partner on our stay there which was not related to the property . But I will explain this so that other guest will be mindful of. My partner and I will was heading out and we decided to walk down instead of taking a tuk tuk or bike . On our way out past the neighbours house , there were two dogs that was barking aggressively at us and one bite my partner in the leg . We went to the hospital to get her an extra shot for rabies . Eventhought this incident was not related to the property at all , the owner was so empathetic apologised for the unfortunate situation and even offered to drive us for free to the nearest hospital to help us with getting a vaccination . We had to go to another hospital which was 21km away There at the government hospital 21 I’m away from ella , our driver even stayed and helped us to translate everything and was extremely helpful and. I don’t think it would have been that smooth for us if it wasn’t for the help from our homestay owners . Thank you so much for your kind hearted nature ! BOHOMA ISTOUTI 🥰

The property away from the busy streets of the main road , you’ll find a peaceful sanctuary here at Stone Shack . They provide tuk tuk services from the Main Street to the property at a very reasonable price. Furthermore , I have to say that the Dhal we were given for breakfast was the best I have had in Sri Lanka so far! They provide coffee and tea which was lovely , and we had an amazing view! Lastly , walking around the property at night was breathtaking as there was not a lot of light pollution and we could see lots of stars ✨

Stayed in March 2024

The property has an amazing view to the mountains. We enjoyed to see some sunrises, the monkeys, the birds and the green of nature. The accommodation is nice, but needs a bit more attention when we talk about bathroom. The breakfast was really good. Was different every morning, plus we had the dinner and was delicious. Bare in mind that to reach the accommodation, you need a tuk tuk being out of the Ella town. We enjoyed walking and see the beautiful surroundings. The owners are lovely. Absolutely lovely. ☺️

Stayed in February 2024