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Situated in Ella, within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Winwood Ella features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 50 km from Horton Plains National Park, less than 1 km from Ella Spice Garden and a 7-minute walk from Ella Railway Station. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Little Adam's Peak is 2.6 km from the inn, while Ella Rock is 3.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 84 km from Winwood Ella.

Cute little room, loved all the sustainable wood features. Owner very passionate and motivated, seemed like a great guy. Only two rooms, nice balcony overlooking the jungle. Great Sri Lankan breakfast served on the balcony. Only spent one night but would have stayed more if they weren’t booked. Highly recommended.

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9.8
Exceptional
196 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Boasting a garden, terrace and views of mountain, Two Rock Vista is situated in Ella, 5.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Located around 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, the inn is also 4.2 km away from Ella Rock. Free WiFi and room service are offered.

- Amazing view - our sweet host who was gentle, shy and always asking whether we would like some more tea or food. Goes out of his way, for example gave us a takeaway breakfast when we had to leave at 6am. - rich, diverse breakfast

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9.5
Exceptional
197 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the inn, every room comes with a private bathroom with a hairdryer.

Lavendra paradise is located in a unique position looking directly at Ella’s rock (room view is really amazing). Staff was super helpful and careful from arrival to checkout. Breakfast is definitely a super top, with a mix of international and Sri Lankan items definitely worth the stay.

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9.5
Exceptional
300 reviews
Price from
£48
per night

Located in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Samiru Guest Inn Ella provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is around 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 49 km from Horton Plains National Park and 300 metres from Ella Railway Station. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Great location,Room was big and clean,we Had lovely breakfast each morning

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9.2
Superb
173 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Located in Ella, within 5.3 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Leisure Dream Inn provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 50 km from Horton Plains National Park, 1.3 km from Ella Spice Garden and 1 km from Ella Railway Station. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

Every thing! It was just like in the pictures. The breakfast was very good sand the staff was friendly and helpful.

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9.3
Superb
179 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

Located in Ella, 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The Dream Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is situated 50 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 1.9 km from Ella Railway Station and 2.5 km from Ella Spice Garden. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

The stay at this homestay was incredible… the view, the room, the bathroom, the breakfast, the owner family, everything was perfect. I would definitely recommend you to stay here when you plan to come to Ella!

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10
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Set in Ella, 5.3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Wood Heart offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. Located around 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, the inn with free WiFi is also 50 km away from Horton Plains National Park. The accommodation features room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

the view and spaciousness of the room and balcony. the host was very accommodating and kind. they helped us with our bags down the three flights of stairs going to the property. warm n friendly family and yummy breakfast.

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9.6
Exceptional
88 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

Boasting a garden, Mango Shadow Inn Ella is situated in Ella in the Badulla District region, 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. The property is set 1.3 km from Ella Spice Garden, less than 1 km from Ella Railway Station and 3.2 km from Little Adam's Peak. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

Amazing view over the mountains. Sweetest and most supportive, kind and respectful man who looks after the room and serves delicious private breakfast at the time of your choice. We planned on staying for two nights and in the end we stayed for four nights :-)

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9.3
Superb
35 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

At the inn, all rooms include a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Pleasant View Ella also have a mountain view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

The hosts are so lovely and helpful! The place is very nice, clean, spacious and you have an amazing view, I can definitely recommend this place. Also the breakfast is great :)

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9.6
Exceptional
14 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

Set in Ella, within 5.5 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Little Cottage offers accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 4.2 km from Ella Rock. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

At the inn, the rooms come with a desk. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Little Cottage all rooms include a seating area.

Very nice and quiet location, but at the same time, walking distance from all the main street. Nice, spacious and very comfortable room. Great hot shower.

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9.3
Superb
42 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

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  • Winwood Ella
    Breakfast options
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 196 reviews

    Situated in Ella, within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Winwood Ella features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

    Friendly hosts and the room/hotel was beautiful

  • Lavendra Paradise
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 300 reviews

    Located in Ella, within 5.3 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Lavendra Paradise provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

    The setting was amazing with stunning views and such friendly owners and staff

  • Samiru Guest Inn Ella
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 172 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Samiru Guest Inn Ella provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Great location,Room was big and clean,we Had lovely breakfast each morning

  • Leisure Dream Inn
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 179 reviews

    Located in Ella, within 5.3 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Leisure Dream Inn provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

    Very nice and helpful staff, great location and comfortable and clean room

  • The Dream Inn
    Breakfast options
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Located in Ella, 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The Dream Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    The stay at this homestay was incredible… the view, the room, the bathroom, the breakfast, the owner family, everything was perfect. I would definitely recommend you to stay here when you plan to come to Ella!

  • Wood Heart
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 88 reviews

    Set in Ella, 5.3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Wood Heart offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

    The view is amazing, kind people, great breakfast and the room is very big!

  • Mango Shadow Inn Ella
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews

    Boasting a garden, Mango Shadow Inn Ella is situated in Ella in the Badulla District region, 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    Very helpful host. Excellent breakfast. Quiet place.

  • Pleasant View Ella
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Set in Ella, within 6.8 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 45 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Pleasant View Ella offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

    everything was just perfect, yummi breakfast and dinner, pleasant owner and view.

These inns in Ella have options with FREE cancellation

  • Little Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 42 reviews

    Set in Ella, within 5.5 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Little Cottage offers accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

    Przemiła pani, która jest gospodynią tego miejsca.

  • Felicity Inn
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 74 reviews

    Situated within 5.5 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Felicity Inn offers rooms in Ella. The property is set 4.2 km from Ella Rock.

    A hidden relatively small hotel with a beautiful view

  • Hidden Gem Inn
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 61 reviews

    Located in Ella, 5.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Hidden Gem Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    Best stay. Best breakfast. Best people. Best choice

  • Ella Rawana Den Hotel
    Free cancellation options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 186 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Rawana Den Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    The location is just beside town 😍 The rooms amazing view and big

  • Villa Eden Paradise
    Free cancellation options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 159 reviews

    Set in Ella, a 16-minute walk from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Villa Eden Paradise has a garden, as well as free WiFi.

    The owner and his family are amazing and really helpful.

  • The Blue View Ella
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 193 reviews

    Offering a restaurant and free bikes, The Blue View Ella is located in Ella. Free WiFi access is available. Extras include a fan.

    beautiful property, only a short walk into town every thing was perfect

  • Green cottage Ella
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 50 reviews

    Set in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Green cottage Ella offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Vistas a la selva El desayuno completo Personal muy agradable

  • Ella Zenith View
    Free cancellation options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 77 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Zenith View provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Merci à Raja pour son accueil et sa disponibilité !

Highly rated inns in Ella

  • Viewfront Ella
    8.0+ review score
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 92 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Viewfront Ella provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    the beautiful balcony and the delicious breakfast!

  • Mountain Face inn
    8.0+ review score
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 67 reviews

    Set in Ella, Mountain Face inn features a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Clean rooms, amazing view, very nice and helpful owner

  • Nature Village Inn
    8.0+ review score
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 55 reviews

    Set in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Nature Village Inn offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

    Good Place Parking available Almost brand new property

  • Ella Alpine Resort
    8.0+ review score
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 52 reviews

    Located in Ella, within 5.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Ella Alpine Resort provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as...

    Caretaker of the property was very good Great view Room

  • Ella My Inn
    8.0+ review score
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8 reviews

    Situated 3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge in Ella, Ella My Inn features free WiFi access and free private parking.

  • Ella Tunnel Corner Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 81 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, Ella Tunnel Corner Inn is located just 50 m from Ella town, 100 m from the Ella Railway Station and the bus station as well. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

    Great location, no Tuktuk needed. Has a mosquito net

  • Jasmine Garden Inn
    8.0+ review score
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9 reviews

    Amare Inn is located in Ella. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking.

    Location Helpful and nice host Tasty breakfest Clean and quiet room No problem with late check-in

  • Rose Villa Ella
    8.0+ review score
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Ella, 1.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Rose Villa Ella offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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Inns that guests love in Ella

  • Avg. price/night: £35.06
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 76 reviews
    We liked the room and the very private balcony, the rustic furniture and the very nice view of the small tea plantation. Breakfast was very good. Everyday there was something different. We had one lunch and one dinner at the homestay, both were very good. The family were very gracious and the price of their meals very fair.
    DORY
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £31.84
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 34 reviews
    AMAZING !!! Best view in Sri Lanka , sit back relax, enjoying your breakfast or dinner overlooking Ella Rock, litte Adams peak and a waterfall perfect !!! Staff all wonderful and friendly, just a short stroll or a tuk tuk ride down into town. Came for one nite stayed 3. Will definitely come back to Ambiente guest house.
    R
    Ryan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £25.10
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 515 reviews
    Will and his family are very kind hosts in the beautifully situated guest house. Delicious breakfast and dinner and helpful drop offs into town. Thank you Will!
    James
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £39.85
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 271 reviews
    Pubudu was a great guy and really helpful. He behaved like a first class innkeeper 💪
    John
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £23.11
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 358 reviews
    We had a fantastic time in Ella. Wasantha and his wife are very friendly. We were welcomed with coffee and tea and had a delicious dinner. Wasantha hiked with us to the Ella rock so we wouldn't get lost. He also organized a tuktuk every time we needed one or drove us himself. His wife gave us a cooking class in their wonderful, rustic kitchen. We were allowed to help prepare our food, which was delicious. If we ever come back to Ella, this will be our address.
    Fadri
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.94
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 749 reviews
    Lovely guest house,the room was beautiful , very comfortable room ,big bed, clean bathroom , Breakfast and Dinner very delicious..owner is very friendly. highly recommend staying here.
    M
    May
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.94
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 749 reviews
    Lovely guest house,the room was beautiful , very comfortable room ,big bed, clean bathroom , Breakfast and Dinner very delicious..owner is very friendly. highly recommend staying here.
    I
    Isabel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £43.83
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 382 reviews
    Everything was as promised and even more beautiful! The innkeeper is kindness personified... an example: when we went to eat in the evening, he waited for us upstairs - like a dad he took care of us! I am thrilled and will definitely book here again!
    Pina
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £6.38
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 111 reviews
    We were collected at the station by Lahiru. He wished us off in his Tuk tuk to his property Hostel 1964. It’s beautiful and rustic. This is the sort of accommodation we love. Nothing fancy but surrounded by tea plantations and palm trees and dense vegetation. Our room is comfortable and has an on suit bathroom. Lahiru is fanatical about cleanliness and sweeps and wipes everyday. He is a great cook and has prepared breakfast and dinner for us on a number of occasions. We loved it so much here we are extending our stay.
    Abrie
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 453 reviews
    Imantha, Sunil and Gunawathie were all very hospitable and helpful. Such amazing hosts, they made our stay. The views from the inn are stunning and the rooms are very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious too. 10/10 would stay here again. It is a family-run guest house and they really looked after us!
    Deirdre
    Young couple