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Green Village

Ella

Green Village offers accommodations in Ella, 3.6 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 31 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

Y
Yassin
From
Kuwait
The homestay is location almost 500 meters from Ella city center, although it is like a hidden gem, situated within the the forest and had the best and the most picturesque view towards Ella rock, the owners are super friendly, and helpful, they are indeed very kind
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,178 reviews
Price from
$48.47
1 night, 2 adults

Tea Hills Ella

Hotel in Ella

Located in Ella and with Demodara Nine Arch Bridge reachable within 5.5 miles, Tea Hills Ella provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace....

P
Pieter
From
Netherlands
Superb! The view from the balcony is outstanding. It’s quite a new property as it opened doors in January 2025. The host will do everything do make your stay a 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
$60.75
1 night, 2 adults

Creek Downhills

Ella

Providing a garden, Creek Downhills offers accommodations in Ella. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

R
Ryan Adler-Levine
From
United States
Hosts were incredibly kind and accommodating, the rooms were perfect - I slept really well. Breakfast was delicious Wifi was decent - could sometimes support a video call. Wouldn't recommend It for working. Location is 10 minutes from town but the owners own a tuk tuk and will bring you there and back for cheap
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults

Mountain Shack Homestay

Ella

Just a 14-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 1.2 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Mountain Shack Homestay features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

L
Lahiru
From
Sri Lanka
We had an amazing experience staying at Mountain Shack home stay. The food was absolutely delicious, with every meal prepared fresh and full of local flavors. It felt like a home-cooked meal, which made my stay even more enjoyable. The owner was incredibly hospitable, making sure I felt welcomed and comfortable throughout my stay. I would highly recommend this homestay to anyone looking for a warm, friendly, authentic experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
$12
1 night, 2 adults

Ella Blue Heaven

Ella

Providing river views, Ella Blue Heaven in Ella provides accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

J
Jodi
From
Australia
We had a lovely stay at Blue Heaven. The view from the room was stunning, you can see the waterfall and the train from there. Breakfast was incredible, and even better its bought up to the room for you to enjoy on the balcony.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Price from
$60.03
1 night, 2 adults

Wood Palace Ella

Hotel in Ella

Located in Ella, 4.3 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Wood Palace Ella has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

a
ashleigh
From
Australia
Stunning views & the hosts were lovely - especially the hosts mother. She was so cute and friendly. The sounds of the jungle was amazing to fall asleep to. It was like white noise.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
Price from
$67.50
1 night, 2 adults

Lush In Ella

Ella

Just a 17-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 1.1 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Lush In Ella features accommodations in Ella, with a garden and a terrace.

S
Sam
From
Canada
We absolutely LOVED “Lush in Ella”. If you are wanting to experience peaceful oasis in Ella, this is the place. The design of this unique space hits all the marks in an off the beaten path stay. A junglalow with a view of waterfall, the jungle sounds immersed in nature. The room is private, super clean and the design of the space is just perfect 🤩 it is a 10 out of 10!!! Saman and her husband were so helpful and kind. The breakfast was awesome… we are vegan and they were very accommodating. Thank you for being such wonderful hosts! 🙏❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults

La Casa Bella

Ella

Offering garden views, La Casa Bella in Ella offers accommodations, a garden, and a bar. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

P
Prakhar
From
India
The interior, cozy bed and pillows, Clean and well maintained with attention to details.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
$49
1 night, 2 adults

Hive Ella - Hostel

Ella

Located in Ella, 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Hive Ella - Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

S
Sourav
From
Bangladesh
I recently stayed at Hive, and I can honestly say it’s one of the best hostels I’ve experienced in my travels. The atmosphere was incredibly social and welcoming everyone was so friendly, and there were activities every night that brought people together. A special thanks to Gehan, who was super helpful with all the information I needed. Funny enough, visiting Ella wasn’t even in my original plan I came here on a friend’s recommendation but it turned out to be one of the best decisions of my Sri Lanka trip. Another highlight was meeting Alex, who made the evenings extra special with fun games and a family dinner outing. Most of the games were completely new to me, which made it even more exciting to learn and join in. Everything about Hive Hostel was warm, fun, and memorable. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Ella, and I’m already looking forward to going back soon!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults

LAMIACEAE WOOD CABIN

Ella

LAMIACEAE WOOD CABIN enjoys a location in Ella, a 18-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 1.4 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class.

E
Ekaterina
From
Serbia
It’s very authentic, with an amazing view. Everything is wooden ! The host was super helpful, helped us to buy some food in the shop and was always responsive about our inquiries. Nice breakfast (we could choose between traditional Sri Lankan breakfast and western)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
$34.20
1 night, 2 adults
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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from Wifi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.

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Ella Banana Rest Inn

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

Just a 2-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and 600 yards from Ella Train Station, Ella Banana Rest Inn features accommodations in Ella with a garden.

From $15 per night

Ella Soul Resort

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 642 reviews

Located in Ella, 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Soul Resort provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $75 per night

Travel rest inn

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

Just a few steps from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and a 8-minute walk from Ella Train Station, Travel rest inn features accommodations in Ella, with a garden and a terrace.

From $24 per night

Sudumal Cottage

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

Just a 6-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and 0.4 miles from Ella Train Station, Sudumal Cottage features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

From $34 per night

Rock View Hostel Ella

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,066 reviews

Located in Ella, 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Rock View Hostel Ella provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $40.50 per night

The Rock Face

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews

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

From $28 per night

Poomaz Peace Palace

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

Featuring garden views, Poomaz Peace Palace in Ella provides accommodations and a garden. There's a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay.

From $103.53 per night

Ella Odyssey Inn

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews

Ella Odyssey Inn enjoys a location in Ella, 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From $37.17 per night

Great access to the city center. Check these cheap hotels in Ella and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - 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 $46.80 per night

Top Heaven

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

Providing garden views, Top Heaven in Ella offers accommodations and a garden. This homestay provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

From $27.90 per night

City Heaven Ella

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

Located in Ella, 2.8 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, City Heaven Ella provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

From $38 per night

Ella Touch

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

Providing inner courtyard views, Ella Touch in Ella provides accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $27 per night

Elegant Home Stay

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews

Elegant Home Stay offers rooms in Ella near Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and Ella Train Station. This homestay provides free private parking, a shared kitchen, and free Wifi.

From $35 per night

Sunbeam Homestay

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

Sunbeam Homestay enjoys a location in Ella, 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden. This homestay offers free private parking and a 24-hour front desk.

From $21 per night

Night manner hostel

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Night manner hostel is located in Ella, 2.7 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From $25.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews

Located in Ella, 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Rawana Den Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $81 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

Just a 6-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and one mile from Ella Train Station, Holly House Homestay features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

From $21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

Located in Ella, 3 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Green Peak - Mountain View Hotel & Restaurant provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $47.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Located in Ella, 3 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Green View Ella provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews

Nimsara Homestay offers accommodations in Ella, 3.1 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From $20.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Just a 8-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and half a mile from Ella Train Station, Soorya Inn Ella features accommodations in Ella, with a shared lounge.

From $25.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

Just a 2-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and 0.4 miles from Ella Train Station, Home Away Ella features accommodations in Ella with a garden.

From $45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - 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 $40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 686 reviews

An affordable accommodations nestled within lush greenery, Ella Guest Inn features free Wi-Fi access at all areas. There is also an in-house restaurant which serves fresh homemade Sri Lankan meals.

From $105 per night

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Avg. price/night: $28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews
Great central location in Ella only a few mins walk from the centre and all the bars and cafes in beautiful Ella. The accommodations are a great budget option ~ spotlessly clean, very comfortable and the family are so genuinely friendly and welcoming ~ it was like staying with favourite family members. Highly Recommended. ❤️
Guest review by
Natalia
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews
Great central location in Ella only a few mins walk from the centre and all the bars and cafes in beautiful Ella. The accommodations are a great budget option ~ spotlessly clean, very comfortable and the family are so genuinely friendly and welcoming ~ it was like staying with favourite family members. Highly Recommended.
Guest review by
Shane
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $33.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
Cheap and affordable. The host is so friendly and shall attend your request immediately. Food is delicious. In one of the best locations. Very near to the railway station. Also provided free drop to railway station.
Guest review by
Ravi Teja
Travelers with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
It was very clean affordable and had a very good breakfast. The staff was really friendly. The location is very good and it’s walking distance to both nine arch and mini adams peak
Guest review by
Dileesha
Travelers with friends
Avg. price/night: $52.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 822 reviews
For what you pay, it’s a brilliant deal. Good location - few mins walk from Ella town, laundry for cheap on site, very helpful staff and clean sheets and fairly comfy beds.
Guest review by
Rachel
Travelers with friends
Avg. price/night: $25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Very friendly service, clean rooms, and very clean bathrooms. Highly Recommended. Even though we arrived late at night, they were up and waiting for us. Provided us with dinnerware on request. Gave us advice and directions to the best location to visit at ella and directed us towards the best deals at restaurants at ella Town.
Guest review by
Aravinda
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 412 reviews
Sri Lankan Breakfast. Brilliant location. 5 minute walk into main town and train station along the train tracks. Very clean, spacious room. Beautiful view of Ella rock and the valley below. Friendly owners, one is a guide for Ella rock and considerably cheaper than online prices.
Guest review by
Jobe
Young couple