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CHILL VILLE, VIEW POINT HOTEL

Hotel in Ella

Located 800 metres from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge in Ella, CHILL VILLE, VIEW POINT HOTEL features free WiFi access and free private parking.

D
Dr Devi
From
India
Location, ambience, cleanliness, and supportive staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,070 reviews
Price from
US$218.74
1 night, 2 adults

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.

E
Emanuel
From
Romania
We stayed at this accommodation in Ella for a few days, and its location is simply the best. We checked out other places in the area, but nothing compares to this one. The view is absolutely spectacular, and we feel so lucky to have had the chance to stay here. The people were wonderful, and the family who runs the place made us feel truly at home. The surroundings were filled with nature, animals, and beautiful sounds, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. This is, without a doubt, the most beautiful place to stay in Ella!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews
Price from
US$48.47
1 night, 2 adults

Crystal Springs Homestay

Ella

Offering mountain views, Crystal Springs Homestay is an accommodation situated in Ella, 5.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

Y
York
From
Thailand
Good facilities and beautiful place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Tea Hills Ella

Hotel in Ella

Located in Ella and with Demodara Nine Arch Bridge reachable within 8.8 km, Tea Hills Ella provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

M
Moiz
From
India
Good staff. Gr8 breakfast. Location is bit far from town but very beautiful. Best thing is they provide free shuttle to town as and when we required.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
Price from
US$60.75
1 night, 2 adults

Fern Hill Cabins

Ella

Providing city views, Fern Hill Cabins in Ella provides accommodation, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

L
Lina
From
Lithuania
Large and cozy room with balcony, great views. Comfortable to chill out. Friendly staff. Delived food to our room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
US$75
1 night, 2 adults

Creek Downhills

Ella

Featuring river views, Creek Downhills offers accommodation with balcony, around 6.3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking.

G
Guillaume
From
France
We had a wonderful time with such a lovely family! Warm welcoming and always with lovely attentions: fruit juices, tea, advices, tuktuk drives Also the food is amazing! 4 breakfasts and all were different and so good : hoppers, crepes, juices, fruits, burgers, Dahl, Rotti, noodles, toasts and more! The view is also amazing, we saw so many birds! After one week in Sri Lanka this is definetly the best guest house we have had so far. It is a bit far (walking) from the center but this is really not a problem. We highly recommend you to stay there We will miss it for sure
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$40
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.

r
ronja
From
Australia
The hosts are the most lovely people ever. They truly care about their guests and even prepared breakfast for us to go at 5.30am. The house is a bit out of town but the walk there in the evening is magical, surrounded by fireflies and nature you can walk down the street in easy 20min from town. Highly recommend :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Ella Blue Heaven

Ella

Featuring mountain views, Ella Blue Heaven provides accommodation with balcony, around 6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

a
andreparo
From
Italy
All great, incredible location and service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews
Price from
US$60.03
1 night, 2 adults

Wood Palace Ella

Hotel in Ella

Situated in Ella, 7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Wood Palace Ella features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
Sebastianus
From
Netherlands
The entirely wooden home was an amazing sight and the view was even better. We arrived in the evening and woke up to a spectacular sight hearing the river/waterfalls down below. Absolutely stunning. The family that runs Wood Palace is amazing and has been great in accommodating us with anything we needed during our stay, first making arrangements for me as I was planning to propose to my girlfriend and later whilst our son got sick. The amazing starry nights from the balcony and fireflies lighting up the view topped it off. It’s located a little outside of Ella (5min drive) which made it very peaceful and quiet. The owner has a TukTuk and can bring you anywhere you need very quickly. Would definitely recommend! Thank you for a very memorable stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
Price from
US$67.50
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
Luna
From
Belgium
By far the most beautiful views in Ella, such a picturesque place! Breakfast was very generous as well as can be seen in the pictures
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
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Great access to the city centre. Check these places to stay in Ella and nearby

Spice Ella

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Set in Ella, 4.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Spice Ella offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$110 per night

Ella Banana Rest Inn

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 209 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$20 per night

Abance Villa

Ella
Central location

Abance Villa is a property with a private pool, located in Ella, within just 1.8 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 500 metres of Ella Spice Garden.

From US$111 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

Pub Ceylon Hostel

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

Pub Ceylon Hostel is set in Ella, 1.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site.

From US$50 per night

Ella Soul Resort

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews

Located in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Soul Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$80 per night

Travel rest inn

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 223 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$30.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Ella Gap Hotel welcomes guests with luxury rooms, an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant / bar. The property also provides free WiFi.

From US$129.80 per night

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Ella Okreech Cottages

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 378 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

The Rock Face

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 946 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$30 per night

City Heaven Ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews

Located in Ella, 4.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, City Heaven Ella provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$60 per night

Alta Vista

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews

Alta Vista is a cosy property located in the town of Ella. Surrounded by lush tropical foliage, the accommodation houses a restaurant and offers free internet access in the public areas.

From US$96.96 per night

Night manner hostel

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated within 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden and 49 km of Horton Plains National Park, Night manner hostel offers rooms in Ella.

From US$25.53 per night

Ella Rawana Den Hotel

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 223 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.

From US$81 per night

Robarosiya Ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.7
Very poor - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Robarosiya Ella offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$22.20 per night

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$66.60 per night

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Sudumal Cottage

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 294 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.

Ella Odyssey Inn

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 227 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$40.36 per night

Top Heaven

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very 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, 422 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Located in Ella, 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Green Peak - Mountain View Hotel & Restaurant provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$55.50 per night

Nimsara Homestay

Ella
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 341 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.

From US$45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Moonlight Holiday Home Ella is set in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From US$32 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$145.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews
location is far from city center Ella and for the price its not worth it
Guest review by
Rupan
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Really nice homestay!! Great location! It’s downtown Ella but away from the main road in the nature so it’s quiet and peaceful! 3 min walking to the main road by the shortcut.The garden and patio are beautiful. Breakfast is really good and big! The owner and his wife are so welcoming and generous, always ready to help and making sure we have everything we need. I recommend this homestay!
Guest review by
Chantal
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews
Perfect place to stay! The owner are super friendly and gave us the best feeling! The room was clean and the location is super! Just a one minute walk from the main road !! We loved it and we definitely gonna come back!
Guest review by
tal
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$23
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews
Our stay was perfect. Clean and comfortable room, the breakfast was huge and delicious and the owner super friendly. The location is not far from the city center and at the same time peaceful and calm with amazing garden. I highly recommend this place to stay.
Guest review by
Malgorzata
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$27.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews
Perfect place to stay in Ella. Perfect and quiet location. Delicious Breakfast cooked by the lovely owners.
Guest review by
Laurence
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Fernando (the guy who takes care of the property and helps you out with everything you need) is a great guy with a good heart. The location is in the jungle with a great view and great sounds of nature. Not the best place for those who wanna go out for party (it takes about 12min by car from Ella to get there) but the best place to stay, relax, enjoy the nature and so on. Everything is clean and nice made. Great location and great property. Bis thanks to Fernando!!
Guest review by
xazakamid
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews
This place is in the perfect location and has a stunning view of the mountains, plus you can see sunrise/sunset straigh from your room! It is a 5 minute walk from the town where they have amazing restaurants and bars. If you go to Ella, this is the perfect place to stay. The staff were also very sweet and helpful!
Guest review by
Sachin
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews
Very friendly host, delicious breakfast (and tea!), perfect location: close to the Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak, near the road, but surrounded by nice flowers, giant trees, with lot of birds and squirells. The room is clean and comfortable. Perfect place to stay in Ella!
Guest review by
Laszlo
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews
We just loved our stay at Downtown’s! The place is simple but nice and clean. The location is perfect, just a 3 minute walk from the train station. Shehan is the most helpful host you can imagine - he did a very spontaneous cooking class with us (the food was SO good) and even organised a Safari in Udawalawe and transport to the south coast for such a good price! If you’re in Ella this is the place to stay (:
Guest review by
Johanna
Group
Avg. price/night: US$122.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
Had a lovely stay at Ella Alpine Resort. The hotel is situated above the Ella town and has probably one of the best locations for scenery in Ella, with a spectacular view of Ella Rock and directly opposite "Flying Ravana" The rooms were very spacious, clean and comfortable. The staff were also extremely polite and accommodating. I'll definitely stay here the next time I'm in Ella.
Guest review by
Pragash
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$240
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,027 reviews
great place to stay - amazing view for breakfast diner or having a drink. pool is so nice with a view too - finally the hotel propose yoga class (extra charge) or SPA (extra charge) - staff is so kind and helpfull. to conclude perfect location 5 minutes by walk to the city center bar shops & restaurants …
Guest review by
Sarah
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews
Royal Mount Ella is a perfect place to stay in Ella. It is away from the city center with a gorgeous view of Ella Rock. The train tracks are close enough by to enjoy, yet the trains were quiet enough that we weren't woken up by them. I cannot say enough about the family that run this place. They helped us with rides, tours, and provided us with fantastic breakfasts and dinners. Boy, can the mom cook! Our room was clean, comfortable, and decorative with a beautiful view and balcony.
Guest review by
Holi
Young couple