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Green Village

Ella

Featuring mountain views, Green Village offers accommodation with balcony, around 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

O
Owen
From
Hong Kong
A lovely family run hotel in a great location in Ella. The rooms were spacious and comfortable! Staff were friendly and always helpful! The view from the balcony was out of this world. The breakfast was absolutely delicious! I would highly recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,173 reviews
Price from
US$48.47
1 night, 2 adults

Mountain Shack Homestay

Ella

Set in Ella and only 2.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Mountain Shack Homestay offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

L
Lydia
From
United Kingdom
Really friendly staff amazing welcome. Incredible breakfast served in the morning. The room was cool and a great shower!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Lush In Ella

Ella

Set in Ella and only 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Lush In Ella offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

L
Lin Eng
From
Malaysia
The view from the room is breathtaking. Breakfast at the balcony with the waterfall view is superb. The overall service is good and there’s a lot of privacy as you get the room all by yourselves. Everything else is new and well maintained.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Neon Sky Nest

Ella

Located in Ella and only 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Neon Sky Nest provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

s
shabari
From
India
Truly worth every penny, yes the walk to the property may not be as enjoyable to everyone if you are carrying a lot of luggage but don’t think twice if you can walk 100 to 150 mts. Absolutely loved the view and the cute old couple who are the host are very sweet
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
Price from
US$21
1 night, 2 adults

Breeze Blows Inn

Ella

Set 1.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Breeze Blows Inn offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a terrace.

A
Aimée
From
Switzerland
Perfect location, nice coffee shops and local restaurants just in front of the room. You can reach many activities by walk from there. The owner is very nice, we loved our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Rawana homestay Ella

Ella

Featuring mountain views, Forest Rawana homestay Ella provides accommodation with terrace, around 6.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

H
Habjanič
From
Slovenia
Very friendly hosts and very helpful. Amazing breakfast. We loved it there. It is very near the Ravana cave and it has amazing nature.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

The kingdom of ella

Ella

Boasting mountain views, The kingdom of ella features accommodation with balcony, around 7.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

F
Filipa
From
Sweden
The house is located tucked away in the hills. It is very quiet and very peaceful. There is only one room (where we stayed) in the house so you get a real nice home stay experience. The breakfast was the best we have had in Sri Lanka so far, very tasty and a very big portion that we enjoyed in the balcony every morning. Everything is run by the family and they are very nice and helpful. We got tips of where to go and the hosts also connected us with a tuktuk driver that took us around to the places further away that we wanted to visit. They can also help sort out scooters if preferred. We also got tips where to do laundry which was a very solid recommendation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Ambiente Guest House

Ella

Ambiente Guest House, a property with a garden, is located in Ella, 5.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 50 km from Horton Plains National Park.

B
Bari
From
Bangladesh
The first thing that strikes me is the jaw-dropping view in front of the guest house. The place in itself was nice with a homely atmosphere with super-friendly staff, especially the manager (think his name was Sanath). I checked in late in the afternoon which was well after lunchtime and they were super nice to offer me a fresh and tasty meal. I enjoyed this kind of hospitality throughout my 2 day-long stay. This was exactly the place I was looking for when I planned my visit to Ella.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
US$56
1 night, 2 adults

Star Gaze Lodge

Ella

Boasting mountain views, Star Gaze Lodge features accommodation with balcony, around 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free...

H
Hannah
From
United States
Stay here for a relaxing stay with beautiful people in the most amazing place on earth. Very walkable to all attractions in Ella. Delicious breakfast. And hosts were amazing! Worried about AC… don’t be. This place is high in the mountains. With a fan you may even be cold.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

Eagle View villa

Ella

Featuring lake views, Eagle View villa offers accommodation with balcony, around 18 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

S
Solveiga
From
Lithuania
Very nice and quiet place! Staff was very nice and very helpfull. Especialy was good breakfast. Incredible, that for such small price could get such high quality! We were pleasantly suprised and would be back again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Ella and nearby

Ella Banana Rest Inn

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Ella Banana Rest Inn provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 4.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

From US$15 per night

Great escape ella

Ella
Central location

Situated in Ella in the Badulla District region, with Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and Ella Spice Garden nearby, Great escape ella features accommodation with free private parking.

From US$44.40 per night

Travel rest inn

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

Situated in Ella and only 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Travel rest inn features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

Situated in Ella, within 4.4 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Super Spot Guest House features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for...

From US$25 per night

Sudumal Cottage

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews

Sudumal Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Ella, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 49 km from Horton Plains National Park, as well as 500 metres from Ella Spice Garden.

From US$34 per night

59B Rest Inn Ella

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews

Boasting garden views, 59B Rest Inn Ella features accommodation with patio, around 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

From US$28 per night

The Rock Face

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews

Situated in Ella, a 17-minute walk from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The Rock Face has a terrace and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$28 per night

Poomaz Peace Palace

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 662 reviews

Situated within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Poomaz Peace Palace provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$103.53 per night

Save money on homestays in Ella and nearby – budget options available

Ella Holly House

Ella
Budget options available

Set in Ella in the Badulla District region, with Ella Spice Garden and Ella Railway Station nearby, Ella Holly House offers accommodation with free private parking.

From US$61.05 per night

Welcome Homestay

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

Offering mountain views, Welcome Homestay is an accommodation situated in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From US$45 per night

Hilltop Guest House

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 821 reviews

Offering a restaurant, Hilltop guest House is located in Ella. Free WiFi access is available. Room service can be requested. Each room here will provide you with a seating area.

From US$52.20 per night

Rest Full Homestay

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 492 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Rest Full Homestay features accommodation with balcony, around 5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

From US$33.75 per night

Little paradise Homestay

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews

Little paradise Homestay, a property with a garden, is situated in Ella, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 50 km from Horton Plains National Park, as well as less than 1 km from Ella Spice Garden.

From US$50.50 per night

Little Hideaway Home Stay

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Set within 5 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Little Hideaway Home Stay provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$37.74 per night

Shadow Inn ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Located just 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, Shadow Inn ella features accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

From US$45 per night

White House Ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews

Located within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, White House Ella features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ella.

From US$54 per night

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Ella Odyssey Inn

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews

Offering quiet street views, Ella Odyssey Inn is an accommodation situated in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From US$37.17 per night

Top Heaven

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 423 reviews

Located within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Top Heaven offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$27.90 per night

Elegant Home Stay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 420 reviews

Located within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Elegant Home Stay offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$35 per night

Nimsara Homestay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews

Situated within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Nimsara Homestay offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$20.68 per night

Home Away Ella

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

Located in Ella and only 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Home Away Ella provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Senasuma Homestay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews

Offering a terrace and views of the mountain, Senasuma Homestay is set in Ella. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and free private parking is available on site.

From US$40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews

Set just 4.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Emerald Mirror Guest Ella features accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

From US$236.25 per night

Cheeky Mango Ella

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Located in Ella, within 4.3 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 47 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Cheeky Mango Ella provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who...

From US$19.98 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews
All-round really nice homestay and lovely hosts!
Guest review by
Hagen
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$64.94
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,174 reviews
Lovely host family, very welcoming. Amazing views from the terraces on each level. Rooms are comfortable with hot water showers and air con. Great breakfast in the morning. We asked for omelettes the second day and this was not a problem. Just bear in mind there is a very steep hill down to the accommodation so bear in mind if you have any difficulty mobility wise. The Main Street is very close for restaurants etc and the walk to the nine arch bridge and little Adam’s peak is quite close from the homestay.
Guest review by
Jenny
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
We really loved our stay in Happy Horizon Home Stay. Very nice owners, great breakfast, beautiful view, ... You can easily reach Ella town by foot and Happy Horizon Homestay is the ideal starting point for a hike to Ella rock.
Guest review by
Ann
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews
I had a lovely time at Mellow Homestay, the host family is very kind and the food (local breakfast) was probably one of the best I‘ve had in Sri Lanka! Thank you so much, I would definitely recommend this place! 🙏🏼
Guest review by
Martina
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
It’s have been a pleasure to stay at Rose dale Homestay in Ella. The family that own this is very kind and helpful. The room is clean and have nice beds, the view is fantastic and the breakfast is superb. I really recommend this home stay! Thanks again
Guest review by
Dhananjana
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Great place, just out of town,ealkable or plenty of tuktuks avail. just a note,its up a few flights of stairs so would be difficult for someone with mobility issues to access. Beautiful views, wonderful breakfast. Lovely host family.
Guest review by
Hannah
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
This is a beautiful homestay where you can relax, the room terrace is big and has an amazing view where you can also enjoy your breakfast. The breakfast and dinner are delicious, taste and the best part is that they make it. The host family is incredible and help you in every moment. I wish them all the best for the future. I highly recommended Rosedale Homestay. Best of luck!
Guest review by
Dhananjana
Solo traveller