Property was very good and clean.Breakfast was so delicious and tasty. Owner was very friendly and kindness person.I am highly recommend this place ❤️

Stayed in August 2025

I liked everything, I have no compaints.

The location is great and on the main street. The view is very nice and scenic. The rooms are in perfect condition, the bathroom and toilet work perfectly and the bed is really comfortable. Breakfast is included which is just delicious. The manager really cared about my wellbeing and was super nice and helpful. One of the better places I stayed at, best value for money ever!

Stayed in July 2025

Good hotel

Stayed in June 2025

The host was so nice and gave me a large breakfast and dinner as well as a cooking course. Really great value for money. If you’re interested in a localised experience in a nice room, close to town but far enough from the noise - this is it.

Stayed in June 2025

I had a lovely stay! Nemeli is a wonderful host—super kind and very helpful throughout my visit. I especially enjoyed the delicious breakfast with a beautiful view; I could see birds and squirrels in the trees nearby, which made the mornings feel extra peaceful. A truly refreshing and relaxing experience. Highly recommended!

Stayed in May 2025

Clean room! Friendly stuff. Breakfast is very tasty!

Stayed in May 2025

The room was a little humid.

The host was amazing! She served us breakfast every morning and even gave us a cooking class which was the best rice and curry we had in Sri Lanka! Great location, close to everything but far enough to be quiet at night. Expect to see a lot of monkeys!

Stayed in May 2025

It was a bit noisy at night, but it seems like Ella in general is pretty lively—people love their parties here. It rained heavily the day we arrived, so the room felt a bit damp, but it wasn’t a big deal. The host mentioned that because of climate change, the rainy seasons have become less predictable.

This is a cozy little cottage in the mountains, and the road to get there feels like walking through a pristine jungle—the environment is amazing! From the small dining table at the entrance, you get a view of the lush tropical forest, with tons of monkeys and birds living there. The host was super welcoming—even though it was late and raining, they prepared a delicious dinner with local spices for us and patiently explained some local transport tips.

Stayed in May 2025

The Wi-Fi is slow, but you can connect to the network from the hotel above :))) It was a bit dirty – there were some hairs and a nail. You can also hear a bit of music coming from the center.

Very well located – right in the center, yet slightly tucked away, offering a peaceful retreat after a full day. The owner is extremely helpful. Every day brings a different, absolutely delicious breakfast.

Stayed in May 2025

The path/stairs were a bit tricky in the rain, the bathroom was a bit damp.

Nimali was a great hostess! She gave us tips and taught us how to cook Sri Lankan food. The room was clean, quite small, but ok for a couple of nights.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing

Everything was amazing, the breakfast, the balcony with monkey. The host was super friendly, arranged transfer to yala park for us. I would recommend to everyone. Very nice experience

Stayed in April 2025

Lots of stairs and uneven steps from the street to the property

Great location, friendly and accommodating host, clean room and bathroom

Stayed in April 2025

Nice room with terrace, very central location, just some steps up from the main street in Ella. Great option if you like to be central. The owner is lovely and breakfast good. Thank you!

Stayed in April 2025

We didn't find it sooner 🙂

We stayed in 3 different places in Ella and this one was no doubts the best one. Really clean, with delicious breakfast, close to the bus stops and far enough to avoid noise from the bars.

Stayed in March 2025

Absolutely fantastic acommodation with amazing view, extremaly comfortable bed and delicious breakfasts. One of the best acommodations I have ever had. And sooooo much nature around.

Stayed in March 2025

1. we suggested the host to leave squeezy in the bathroom so after shower, we could dry the floor as there is no window. Bathroom smell very musty as it’s wet.

1.Location is great. in the center but away from busyness. Though there are 75 steps to walk up. not so good if you have a roller bag luggage. We were ok as we have back packs 2. Room is comfortable even only fan was enough for us. as it was cool at night and in the morning 3. wifi and hot shower work well. 4. Host is very friendly and made good srilankan breakfast. we didn’t have time to do cooking class with her. I forgot some clothes when i checked out, she was able to contact me so I could go back to pick them up 5. you can walk to nine arch bridge or Ella rock from the cottage without any problems

Stayed in March 2025

Beautiful surroundings, friendly service, delicious food, and comfort.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing to complain, I had a wonderful stay and looking forward to come back another time

Fresh homemade food by the owner, loved it!!

Stayed in February 2025

The host was very friendly and helpful. Her cooking was fantastic and we were offered a lovely breakfast and dinner. The room is very clean and specious. We’re only missing a hot water.

Stayed in January 2025

The room was very nice. Large. Clean. And I liked greenery around. Walking distance to the shop and restaurant street. The only disadvantage you can't get to the the hotel itself by car . Like 70 stairs. The staff helps with the luggage to get here

Stayed in December 2024

Sometimes could be noisy at night as next to a hostel (only happened on a Saturday night)other than that we loved everything

The loveliest place! The owner was so so nice, made us feel welcome and brought breakfast to us every morning which was delicious. She even did a cooking class with us. The room is spacious and the shower has hot water, very comfy bed. Very close to the Main Street but up quite a lot of steps so it feels like you’re further out. Would 100% recommend

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing.

Nice view of Ella rock through the trees from the patio. Large clean airy room with high ceiling. Kind host who offered us tea on arrival, amazing breakfast; roti, sambal, sweet pancakes, fruit and tea or coffee! Yes, there are steps up to the cottage, 85 in fact, but if you can't cope with steps, then maybe Ella isn't the right destination for you. it's VERY hilly here. We loved being up in the trees, so many birds to watch. Be patient with the shower, the hot water comes through eventually.

Stayed in October 2024

The approaching path and steps from main road are a bit steep and for some people it is not comfortable.

We were accomodate in the room on 1st floor with one terrace and one balcony with a great view of surroundings. The bed was very comfortable with a net for mosquitoes, but there were no bugs at all. We were there in October. It is close to the center but you cannot hear noise from clubs and night life. The breakfast was traditional Srilankan, tasty and on second day we got it packed for take away since we were catching the bus at 7 am. And just below the appartment, when you exit to the street, you can wait a bus 31, which can take you all the way to Galle city. The ticket to Mirrisa cost 706 rupees which is about 2 euros, but we exited at Tangalle.

Stayed in October 2024

Avoid the upper room as it has opened gaps between walls and the roof - there are tons of mosquitos and other insects getting in, we were covered in bites and blisters, the mosquito net needs a repair. We swapped the room for a downstairs one - it was a bit damp and with ants in the bathroom, but otherwise clean and comfortable, with few insects.

The location is a bit distant from the noisy heart of Ella, so it’s quieter. It’s generally clean and the breakfasts are good as for Sri Lanka. The bathroom has OK water pressure and warm water which is very appreciated in this area (and not very common).

Stayed in September 2024