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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.

L
Lucie
From
Czech Republic
Absolutely breathtaking views, cozy bed and sound of the jungle. Very attentive staff ready to help in any moment. Tasty breakfast and perfect location. Recommended 100%.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,178 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.

C
Ching Hong
From
Hong Kong
This is a perfect stay for me because it stays away from all the crowds and noise in the city center. Walking distance is 20 mins from the train station which I think is a decent walk. Beautiful scenery in the way. I only took tuktuk when I was with my luggage. The breakfast is amusing and you can also have dinner for a very reasonable price. The family is very kind and helpful. I would highly recommend to stay here if you come to Ella.
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.

M
Mohamed
From
India
The location is beautiful, it has a very romantic vibe to it. The way they have built the wooden cabin is so aesthetic and well planned. The hosts were super helpful and the breakfast was amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 117 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.

U
Uthpala
From
Sri Lanka
Comfortable room with a beautiful view
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.

J
Julian
From
Switzerland
We have rarely experienced such nice and helpful hosts. There is tea or coffee and even homemade snacks on the veranda. the accommodation is beautifully situated in the green, so you can enjoy the lovely morning meal with a beautiful view to the green. we liked it so much that we stayed here longer than planned. Tuktuk ride to the center of Ella takes between 5-10 minutes and costs 500lkr. sometimes the host took us there or picked us up. we felt completely taken care of. thank you and we will come back oneday.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 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.

V
Valia
From
Greece
The place is well equipped and so nicely decorated. The owners are caring and friendly. The breakfast is very delicious and it's the best we had so far. Thank you for having us!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
US$44
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.

N
Nameme2
From
Sri Lanka
Near Ella Siyapatha Hut Restaurant, very good food. Good mountain view. Lovely dog called momo. Comfortable bed. Good mosquito net. Excellent breakfast.
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...

A
Alexandra
From
Switzerland
Amazing place, nice room, clean and cute, the view from the terrace is amazing, breakfast is yummy, and big up to the team, all 3 of them are just fantastic people! Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

The Bliss Homestay

Ella

Offering a garden and garden view, The Bliss Homestay is set in Ella, 6.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 45 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

J
Jessica
From
Canada
We had such a wonderful stay at Bliss! It is a beautiful homestay tucked away on the hill and away from the noisy town, surrounded by gorgeous & peaceful jungle. We had visits from monkeys and a giant squirrel right outside our room. The room itself was very clean and comfortable, with nice beds and a lovely terrace outside to sit and relax. This is a family run business, and we were welcomed so warmly and with such kindness. The hospitality was wonderful, and the home cooked meals were absolutely delicious. We truly loved everything! Thank you for the beautiful experience 🧡
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$85
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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Ella Banana Rest Inn

Ella
Breakfast options
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

Travel rest inn

Ella
Breakfast options
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

Sudumal Cottage

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 287 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

The Rock Face

Ella
Breakfast options
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
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 663 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

Ella Odyssey Inn

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 220 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, 424 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, 421 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

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

Ella Okreech Cottages

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews

Located in Ella, a 6-minute walk from Ella Train Station, Ella Okreech Cottages features a 24-hour reception desk, a bicycle rental, a garden, free Wi-Fi throughout the property, and free private...

From US$46.80 per night

Welcome Homestay

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 187 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, 822 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, 493 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, 381 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

Lakshmis Hotel Ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a sun terrace, Lakshmis Hotel Ella offers accommodation in Ella, 1.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Free private parking is available on site.

From US$55 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$43.20 per night

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

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
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

Little heaven guest

Ella
Central location

Situated in Ella, within 1.7 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 47 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Little heaven guest features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests...

From US$24.98 per night

Sunbeam Homestay

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Set within 4.7 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Sunbeam Homestay features accommodation with seating area.

From US$21 per night

Holly House Homestay

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

Offering a garden and city view, Holly House Homestay is located in Ella, 47 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden and 50 km from Horton Plains National Park.

From US$21 per night

Nimsara Homestay

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 339 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

Soorya Inn Ella

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Located just 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Soorya Inn Ella offers accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a housekeeping service.

From US$25.53 per night

Home Away Ella

Ella
Central location
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.

From US$45 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Ella

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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, 1,178 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, 204 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 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