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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.

L
Luciana Snt
From
Brazil
Absolutely everything. From the room, spaceful, we'll located, 10 min walk to center. The best view over Ella rock, OH my god. The owners, super friendly. Extremely clean . Great breakfast. Comfy be. Perfect to do my Yoga overlooking the landscape.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,164 reviews
Price from
$48.47
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
Liew
From
Singapore
It was absolutely amazed me with the incredible value they provided at a unbelievablely low price and come with surprisingly high quality service and food, you got hot shower, speed wifi, comfortable and clean room,.freshly tasty and authentic local meal definitely without any doubt my best stay in Sri Lanka among my 3 weeks vacations.
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, 115 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, 124 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.

M
Marjorie
From
Qatar
The room was beautiful! It was clean, spacious and very close to the attractions that we wanted to visit so that’s a major plus. The way going to nine arches are just right outside the gate of the left side and if you walk about 5-10mins right side you will get to the Little Adams Peak trail. Very accessible and very safe. Tharindus was kind enough to drop us to the train station on our check out day. That was nice of him.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
$50
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.

D
Danil
From
Moldova
Nice place with very pleasant and kind host. Inside the room you can find hot water, a spacious bathroom and a comfortable bed. Outside you can see a beautiful city view and get a huge breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
$34
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
Gin
From
New Zealand
A beautiful place where you can stay freely, far from the busy city of Ellipiri. This beautiful place in a village is also very beautiful. The rooms are very nice and the decor is beautifully done. The breakfast is also very delicious and the top floor is very quiet, not noisy, , but still a peaceful place where you can hear the sounds of birds. I tell many people here to come and enjoy it. There is a wonderful freedom here. And the people who serve there are very kind. It took us about eight minutes to get here from Ella ,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
$45
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 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 105 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
Maxim Bogdanovich
From
Belarus
this is one of the coolest places to stay in Ella. Great view, modern furniture, designer details in the room. This is just a miracle. And the owners are the most beautiful people in Sri Lanka. I recommend it to everyone who appreciates comfort, convenience and good mood.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 227 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.

N
Ncatalin
From
Romania
Shiraz is the most genuinly nice guy you'll ever met. Except for the clean room with amazing view, he can also cook for you delicious breakfast or dinner. I had two incidents while in Ella, one with my laptop, one my scooter. He went out of his way to help me out. He drove with me to his friend's laptop repair shop and also to his mechanic, which gave me a good price. He was even willing to give me parts from his scooter (we have identical models) 😂😂 You'll be shocked by how nice this guy is. I loved his place here in the mountains of Sri Lanka. Next winter when I'll be visiting Sri Lanka again, will definitely be back here. Thank you for everything, brother.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews
Price from
$31.59
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, 452 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 561 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 655 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 942 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 822 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,094 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 846 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,164 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, 376 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 $45 per night
  • The Rock Face

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 942 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 $24 per night
  • Welcome Homestay

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 185 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, 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 $28.80 per night
  • Rest Full Homestay

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 484 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 $33 per night
  • Little paradise Homestay

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 381 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, 302 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
  • Lakshmis Hotel Ella

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a sun terrace, Lakshmis Hotel Ella offers accommodations in Ella, 1 mi from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Free private parking is available on site.

    From $45 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, 229 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, 51 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 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 276 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
  • 59B Rest Inn Ella

    Ella
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 383 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, 214 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 $31.86 per night
  • Top Heaven

    Ella
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 422 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
  • Elegant Home Stay

    Ella
    Central location
    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 $28 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Ella and nearby

  • Nimsara Homestay

    Ella
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 336 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
  • Home Away Ella

    Ella
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 129 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, 388 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 $33 per night
  • Cheeky Mango Ella

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

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

    From $18.38 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 $99.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 56 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 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 35 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
  • Gastfamilie Ella

    Ella
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Just a 8-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and half a mile from Ella Train Station, Gastfamilie Ella features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

    From $55.50 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, 1,164 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, 205 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
    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: $37.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 185 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: $50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 247 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: $37.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 185 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