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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.

J
Juan Camilo
From
Colombia
Amazing place. The infrastructure is in really good state, you get what you see in the pictures. The view is great, the family managing the place is very friendly and super helpful. The bed was super comfortable too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,151 reviews
Price from
$38.64
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, 116 reviews
Price from
$12
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 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults

Neon Sky Nest

Ella

Just a 8-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 0.6 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Neon Sky Nest features accommodations in Ella with a garden.

S
Siena
From
United States
Beautiful waterfall and mountain views, great location a short walk from Ella, excellent breakfast includes
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
$21
1 night, 2 adults

Breeze Blows Inn

Ella

Breeze Blows Inn offers accommodations in Ella, 31 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden and a 19-minute walk from Ella Train Station.

N
Nadja
From
Switzerland
Everything! We totally recommend this place, the staff/manager was so friendly and we were even offered some snacks and coffee/tea upon arrival. The room was big and clean, there were a lot of facilities (e.g. minifridge etc.) and the balcony was as well very pretty. The street in frond has a lot of traffic but after 9pm it gets really quiet. There is no AC but a good fan and because of the cooler temperatures in Ella AC is not necessary. The location itself was just PERFECT, it‘s a 10min walk to the Nine Arches Bridge through stunning jungle and just 5-10min by foot to the centre of Ella!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
$29
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Rawana homestay Ella

Ella

Providing a garden, Forest Rawana homestay Ella features accommodations in Ella. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

F
Felix
From
xx
New place with amazing staff always attentive to what you might need. Farm of the owner ks great and we had a tour there. Amazing place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
Price from
$25
1 night, 2 adults

The kingdom of ella

Ella

Featuring garden views, The kingdom of ella in Ella features accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

G
Geert
From
Netherlands
This is the most beautiful and clean room I have ever stayed in Sri Lanka and their hospitality was at a very high level. Breakfast was also very tasty and there were many amazing dishes like roti hopper which I really like. The room was also very clean. The bed was always very comfortable and the bathroom was also very clean. Also, this place is decorated very beautifully with likes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Price from
$47.70
1 night, 2 adults

Ambiente Guest House

Ella

Just a 12-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 0.8 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Ambiente Guest House features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

I
Inbal
From
Israel
Everything was perfect Amazing view, comfortable room and great hosts
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
$56
1 night, 2 adults

Star Gaze Lodge

Ella

Featuring garden views, Star Gaze Lodge in Ella offers accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

M
Michael
From
Australia
Absolutely dreamy property and just such a respite from traveling. The photos are true of the property: it has a stunning view of the big valley underlying Ella Rock, making it a true refuge and place to spend time watching the depths of the valley and the clouds come in. Additionally, Teesha, Petr and Varuna are all fantastic hosts and the latter serves a mean, ample breakfast. They are also animal lovers, which to me is the highest compliment, and have two stunning dogs that enrich the stay even more. Favourite place of the trip so far! If I'm back Ella way I'll be back here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
Price from
$34
1 night, 2 adults

Mountain vibe ella

Ella

3.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge in Ella, Mountain vibe ella provides accommodations with access to spa facilities and beauty services.

J
Jan
From
Slovenia
The room is nice, clean and it has an amazing view. The owner is very kind and helpful and he makes the best breakfast - eggs, toast, lots of fresh fruits and he always added some Sri Lanka sweets or snacks. The portions are very generous! The owner also prepared a take away breakfast for us when we wanted to start the day very early. Overall - very good value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
Price from
$25.92
1 night, 2 adults
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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

Most booked homestays in Ella and surrounding area in the past month

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 451 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 557 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 818 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,090 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 837 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 752 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,155 reviews

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
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 375 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...

  • The Rock Face

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 936 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 $25 per night
  • Poomaz Peace Palace

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 653 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 $52.20 per night
  • Welcome Homestay

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

    Welcome Homestay offers accommodations in Ella near Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and Ella Train Station.

    From $45 per night
  • Hilltop Guest House

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 818 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 $28.80 per night
  • Rest Full Homestay

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 481 reviews

    Providing garden views, Rest Full Homestay in Ella features accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    From $26.25 per night
  • Little paradise Homestay

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and 0.6 miles from Ella Train Station, Little paradise Homestay features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

    From $45.45 per night
  • Emerald Mirror Guest Ella

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

    Offering garden views, Emerald Mirror Guest Ella in Ella features accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    From $94.50 per night

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

  • Great escape ella

    Ella
    Central location

    Great escape ella offers accommodations in Ella, 31 miles from Horton Plains National Park and 2 miles from Ella Rock.

    From $44.40 per night
  • Travel rest inn

    Ella
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 228 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 $22.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    Just a 4-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 400 yards from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Super Spot Guest House features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

    From $25 per night
  • Sudumal Cottage

    Ella
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 273 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 $29 per night
  • 59B Rest Inn Ella

    Ella
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews

    Offering city views, 59B Rest Inn Ella in Ella offers accommodations and a garden. Featuring free private parking, the 2-star guest house is 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    From $28 per night
  • Ella Odyssey Inn

    Ella
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 218 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
  • Top Heaven

    Ella
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 421 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 $22 per night
  • Holly House Homestay

    Ella
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews

    Just a 6-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and 700 yards from Ella Train Station, Holly House Homestay features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

    From $20 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Ella and nearby

  • Elegant Home Stay

    Ella
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 417 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 $30 per night
  • Nimsara Homestay

    Ella
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

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

    From $22.56 per night
  • Home Away Ella

    Ella
    Breakfast options
    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 $36 per night
  • Senasuma Homestay

    Ella
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 384 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
  • Cheeky Mango Ella

    Ella
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Providing mountain views, Cheeky Mango Ella in Ella features accommodations and a garden. This homestay provides free private parking and free Wifi.

    From $16.65 per night
  • Meyon Ella

    Ella
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Meyon Ella is located in Ella, just 2.7 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden. This guest house offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.

    From $155.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    Offering garden views, Little Hideaway Home Stay in Ella provides accommodations and a garden. There's a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay.

    From $35.52 per night
  • Shadow Inn ella

    Ella
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

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

    From $40.50 per night

FAQ about homestays in Ella

Homestays That Guests Love in Ella

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  • Avg. price/night: $28.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
    All-round really nice homestay and lovely hosts!
    Guest review by
    Hagen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $49.95
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,155 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
  • Avg. price/night: $40.08
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 202 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
  • Avg. price/night: $35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 202 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $32.34
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 181 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $75
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 245 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: $32.34
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 181 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 traveler