We had two fantastic nights at this small, idyllic place with a fantastic view. It’s very simple, charming, and authentic. The family are incredibly helpful and welcoming, and they will do everything they can to give you the best possible experience. Breakfast is also excellent and it’s different every day.

Stayed in July 2025

That we had to leave ...;)

The Welcome Inn is run by a sweet, young family who do their utmost best to make you feel right at home. Rooms are spacious and clean, in front you have a terrace with an amazing mountain view. The place is located just outside Ella , guess 5-10 minutes walk, which makes it nice and quiet at night (It is handy to bring a flash light). One of the reasons to go here is the breakfast.The welcome inn likes to spoil you and with that postcard perfect view makes for a very memorable stay. We really enjoyed our stay at welcome inn.

Stayed in July 2025

The hospitality provided by the owner and her family. They were considerate and easy. Never said No for requests related to eating one more slice of toast, omlette. They offered us spare plastic bottles to fill water. They were kind and lovely hosts.

Stayed in July 2025

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“A friendly host—I’m always satisfied with their service and keep coming back. The environment is calm, and the food is absolutely the best!”

Stayed in June 2025

Welcome inn is one of the best hotels in Sri Lanka! Not only It has a amazing views to the mountains and a nice location near to the center of Ella, but also the family who run the hotel is very friendly and kind. Even the hosts kindly helped us to arrange a excursion to Ella's rock when no others guides were availables. It was a lovely experience and much appreciated!" The breakfast is really good!!

Stayed in July 2025

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The host was wonderful. Super breakfast

Stayed in July 2025

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We had the pleasure of staying at Welcome Inn in Ella for 3 nights, and it truly felt like a home away from home. The Sri Lankan couple hosting the place are some of the kindest and most genuine people we’ve met on our travels. Their hospitality is unmatched – warm, welcoming, and always ready to help with a smile. Every morning began with a top-notch complimentary breakfast – fresh, delicious, and beautifully served. We also had dinner at the property all three nights and were amazed by the quality and taste each time. Their authentic rice and curry is a must-try – full of flavor and prepared with love. We got our laundry done here at nominal prices, we got recommendations for the local sight seeing, got a cab to our next destination on the property recommendation. The view from the property is stunning, offering a peaceful and scenic escape, especially in the mornings and during sunset. Overall, this place is incredibly cost-efficient, the service is excellent, and the atmosphere is homely. If you’re planning to visit Ella and come across this stay in your search – consider yourself lucky and book it without a second thought!

Stayed in June 2025

It is a very great accommodation provided by a super hospitable owner. From the terrace the view is spectacular! The room is very clean and spacious. There is no AC, but it has a fan and mosquito net. Big gallon of water was provided for the guests. The breakfast was very nice and filling!

Stayed in June 2025

Honestly - nothing!! Absolutely everything we needed and could have wanted🥰

Really friendly host, he even woke up super early on our last day and provided us with a pack up to take on the train! Lovely accommodation which was clean and spacious with a yummy breakfast. A short walk up the hill into Ella which is nice because you’re close but also far enough away for it to be peaceful with lovely views and a great balcony. The host lives on site with his family who are very sweet. He organised transport for us which was also very helpful.

Stayed in May 2025

The hosts are the sweetest couple and super helpful with arranging anything you need. Clean and comfortable. It is within walking distance to town, but better to take a short tuk tuk ride.

Stayed in May 2025

Walking to and fro is a challenge . Actual sunrise is not visible.

Very clean property. Gayan had a wonderful hospitality and helpful attitude. Food was excellent and portions were generous.Gayan packed our breakfast when we checked out early at 5.45 am very professionally even better than what a 5 star hotel can offer. Great views from property. Very serene and peaceful ambience. Gayan had a ‘can do’ attitude which is very rare today !

Stayed in May 2025

Road to accomodation extremely narrow Slightly scary coming up in tuk tuk in the dark as the road is not in good repair. All good of you dont mind heights

Beautiful scenery. Near the town

Stayed in April 2025

We had a great stay here. The owners are so kind. The view is super nice and the breakfast is amazing.

Stayed in April 2025

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Everything, the hosts were amazing, the food was amazing and the view’s spectacular. The rooms were spacious and exceptionally clean. The breakfast was varied, tasty and filling. The hosts cooked for us both nights and the food was delicious. The whole experience was amazing a must stay if you visit Ella.

Stayed in April 2025

Jungle setting , nice view of the Ravanna falls

Stayed in April 2025

Wonderful family hosting. Dinner was amazing, highly recommend!

Stayed in April 2025

Best and most friendliest host we had in Sri Lanka Best breakfast we had in Sri Lanka Best bed we had in Sri Lanka Big and clean room On walking distance to Ella with a nice view on the waterfall Real value for price!!

Stayed in March 2025

The landlords were extremely kind

Stayed in March 2025

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Super nice hosts. Very quiet. Still close to the center of Ella. Amazing views to Ella Rock and waterfall.

Stayed in March 2025

Absolute pearl of a homestay. Just two rooms with a beautiful view, calm surroundings to wake up in, and still just 10 minutes from Ella town by foot. Our hosts were incredibly friendly and the food was the best we had in Sri Lanka, at a great price. We ate all our meals at home because we enjoyed it so much. Don't hesitate to book this spot!

Stayed in February 2025

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It has a beautiful view on the mountains, waterfall, you can meet sunrise here. The hotel has beautiful terrace and you can see the perfect view and have meditation. Also I would like to mark the perfect-perfect host of the hotel, they were caring about our convenient living and also very early breakfast, very polite and responsive persons ❤️❤️❤️

Stayed in February 2025

We loved their breakfast! Gayan and Duli are the kindest, most wonderful hosts 😊

Stayed in February 2025

This is a PERFECT place.we did not want to leave

The big room with a fantastic view porch, the amazing huge breakfast, the perfect location to walk to Ella rock, Adam peak, and town. Super quiet and in nature. We loved our sweet hosts and their family. This place has everything for a wonderful stay, and a great hot shower. Book this place soon. You will be so happy you stayed here because it has everything you need for a wonderful stay.

Stayed in January 2025

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What a great stay at Welcome inn. We stayed here for two nights and it has been the best accommodation we have had on our trip to Sri Lanka. Very clean accommodation and a superb breakfast, hosted by two very special, kind people who had the best smile every morning and so helpful. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Stayed in January 2025