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Situated within 4.1 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Namara Green Ella features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ella. The property has garden views and is 1.3 km from Ella Railway Station and 2 km from Ella Spice Garden. The property offers soundproof units and is set 49 km from Horton Plains National Park.

Amazing location surrounded by nature and the interior style is decent and simple(relaxing) Mohamed was very friendly and super helpful Clean and has all necessary needs covered! Great breakfast too! This is definitely one of my favorite stays because of the vibe and nature (atmosphere is great)

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Wonderful
175 reviews
Price from
$59
per night

Featuring lake views, Eagle View villa offers accommodation with balcony, around 18 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The guest house provides mountain views, a picnic area and a 24-hour front desk.

Great place, amazing Host, wonderful view. Very tranquil, we got to see the best sunrise and sunset in ella

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9.7
Exceptional
159 reviews
Price from
$27.54
per night

Holly House Homestay, a property with a garden, is located in Ella, 48 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 49 km from Horton Plains National Park, as well as 500 metres from Ella Spice Garden. The property features garden and city views, and is 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Free private parking is available and the homestay also provides car hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.

Brilliant stay here. Only a short walk from the main town but away from the noise at night. The family were so lovely and helpful. Rooms are huge and spotless, with a very comfy bed.

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9.1
Wonderful
147 reviews
Price from
$13
per night

Located in Ella, Secret View Homestay Ella offers 4-star accommodation with private balconies. This homestay provides free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi. The homestay features mountain views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Recommended, good service by staff.

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9.6
Exceptional
275 reviews
Price from
$19.72
per night

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Rainbow Sky Cottage is a recently renovated homestay located in Ella, 6.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. The property was built in 2021 and features accommodation with a terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

The location is one of the best in Ella, with wonderful views. You breathe peace. You can watch the train go by from your balcony. They helped us plan our climb to Ella's Rock and lent us flashlights.

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9.2
Wonderful
250 reviews
Price from
$27
per night

With lake views, Rock Grand View is situated in Ella and has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Amaizing view.Excellent place.great breakfast.Great service.

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9.2
Wonderful
102 reviews

Located in Ella, 4.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 48 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, Eminence ella provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. With mountain views, this accommodation features a balcony. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

The person who is running the place is very kind,generous and hospitable. - They charged less then what the booking.com showed - There was no charges for tea (very generous ❤) - They took care of our transportation We loved are stay . My husband and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place ❤🙌🏽

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9.7
Exceptional
514 reviews
Price from
$37
per night

Avenra Cottage, a property with a garden and a terrace, is set in Ella, 1.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 1.5 km from Little Adam's Peak. This guest house offers free private parking, room service and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The host is very kind and helpful, the space outside and inside the room is excellent, the view is very good, the location is great, it is very clean, and the breakfast is wonderfull and delicious.

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9
Wonderful
126 reviews
Price from
$23
per night

Situated just 5.3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, New Farmers Paradise provides accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as room service. This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. The homestay features mountain views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available.

The location of the place is just outside of the touristy center of Ella, providing wonderful escape and shelter in the paradisiac green fields own and actively cultivated by the owner. I felt I was at the visit in aunt, that’s the way I was looked after, welcomed, offered teas and snacks. The lady cooks incredible rice and curry everyone who stays there must try! I absolutely recommend this place to everyone who want to wake up to the sunset amongst mountains and green fields, sing of birds and peacocks. The atmosphere in the house is so nice that it make me instantly became friends with other visitors who I consider incredible people. Owner has wonderful personality that gathers people around, apart from running his farm, he enjoys the company of tourist and his approach is authentic and adds character to his place. In addition, his extremely knowledgeable about agriculture and willing to share his stories when asked.

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9.1
Wonderful
127 reviews
Price from
$19
per night

Situated just 6.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Shining Green View offers accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. It is set 45 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden and provides full-day security. The guest house features mountain views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available.

Friendly and so welcoming, started with reaching out to us via WhatsApp arranging pick up from the train station! Family operated small homestay hotel. Great comfortable rooms with amazing view. We had two rooms since family of five. The homemade breakfast was the best so far during our stay in Sri Lanka! We had assistance with arranging tour around Ella plus transport to southern coast, very pleased with that as well! Safe and comfortable. Can highly recommend this place.

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9.4
Wonderful
427 reviews
Price from
$42
per night

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  • Eagle View villa
    Breakfast options
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 159 reviews

    Providing mountain views, Eagle View villa in Ella offers accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

    everything was perfect, very nice villa and place.

  • Secret View Homestay Ella
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 275 reviews

    Secret View Homestay Ella enjoys a location in Ella, 3.3 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    This view is incredible! Hosts very nice and helpful. Amazing stay

  • Rainbow Sky Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 250 reviews

    A recently renovated homestay, Rainbow Sky Cottage offers accommodation in Ella. With garden views, this accommodation features a terrace.

    Stunning view, beautiful owners, and family. Amazing food.

  • Avenra Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 126 reviews

    Just a 18-minute walk from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 0.9 miles from Little Adam's Peak, Avenra Cottage features accommodations in Ella, with a garden and a terrace.

    Its calm place service is good. Owner is very friendly.

  • Shining Green View
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 427 reviews

    Featuring city views, Shining Green View in Ella offers accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge.

    Amazing views & home cooked breakfast. Comfortable room.

  • Happy Horizon Home Stay
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 156 reviews

    Offering a garden and a terrace, Happy Horizon Home Stay in Ella is close to Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and Ella Train Station.

    A very nice location and an absolutely lovely owner.

  • V@Ella guesthouse
    Breakfast options
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 411 reviews

    Offering garden views, V@Ella guesthouse in Ella offers accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    The guesthouse was great and Andy a wonderful host!

  • Ella Peace Heaven
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 140 reviews

    Providing garden views, Ella Peace Heaven in Ella offers accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. With mountain views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    Super friendly host, cooked for us, nice hammocks, cozy room

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  • Namara Green Ella
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 175 reviews

    Namara Green Ella features air-conditioned accommodations in Ella. Featuring a garden, the property is located within 2.5 miles of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Clean, modern, brand new bathrooms, excellent staff

  • Poomaz Peace Palace
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 470 reviews

    Located in Ella, 1.2 mi from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 656 feet from Chill Restaurant, POOMAZ PEACE PALACE offers accommodations with access to a garden with a rooftop terrace.

    Clean Good showers Comfortable beds Really nice staff

  • Ella green stay
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 287 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Ella green stay in Ella provides accommodations and a garden.

    Accommodation, breakfast, and staff were excellent.

  • Ella Mount View Guest Inn
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 478 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Ella Mount View Guest Inn is located in Ella, 1.1 mi from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

    We had the Sri Lankan breakfast and it was so delicious

  • Ella Dream Catcher Resort
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 169 reviews

    Ella dream catcher resort provides accomodation in Ella and has amazing views of mountains and fields around the property. The guest can see train climbing the mountain from the windows.

    Great staff, very pleasant time we spend in the hotel

  • Super View
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 158 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Super View in Ella provides accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

    really beautiful place and view ! owners are very kind, thank you !

  • Cozy Homestay
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 364 reviews

    Cozy Homestay offers rooms in Ella near Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and Ella Train Station. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    The view, location, breakfast and general helpfulness of the owners

  • Mc Queen Homestay
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 313 reviews

    Mc Queen Homestay offers accommodations in Ella, 31 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden and 31 miles from Horton Plains National Park. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    Great location, lovely hosts and delicious breakfast

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  • Sunburst Inn Ella
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Just a 15-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and 0.6 miles from Ella Train Station, Sunburst Inn Ella features accommodations in Ella with a garden.

  • Eminence ella
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 514 reviews

    Just a 6-minute walk from Ella Train Station and half a mile from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Eminence ella features accommodations in Ella with a garden.

    Best people. Caring a lot and extraordinary friendly

  • Dawn View Home Stay
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Just a 15-minute walk from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and 0.6 miles from Ella Train Station, Dawn View Home Stay features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

    בעל המקום מקסים נעים דאג להכל כולל עזרה במוניות והמלצות ארוחת בוקר כייפית נוף מדהים אוירה מיוחדת! ממש ממש ממליצים!

  • 59B Rest Inn Ella
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 228 reviews

    59B Rest Inn Ella is located in Ella, just a 15-minute walk from Ella Railway Station. Free WiFi access is available in the rooms of the property.

    Very nice place with lovely host 😄, very clean and comfy.

  • Home Away Ella
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 88 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.

    Great stay! Room was very clean, spacious and comfortable. Owners were lovely.

  • Nethanya Homestay
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 57 reviews

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

    Amazing friendly host,quiet neighbourhood and silence:) good to relax,great tea

  • Dhanudi Homestay
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 254 reviews

    Dhanudi Homestay enjoys a location in Ella, 3 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    Best breakfast ☺️ amazing hoost, clean and good location ☀️

  • Rest Full Homestay
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 359 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.

    Friendly and helpful staff More than worth for price

  • New white rose
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

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

  • Little paradise Homestay
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 223 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.

    Incredible sweet family. Very great breakfast. Good location.

  • Third Eye Ella
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 283 reviews

    Just a 4-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 0.4 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Third Eye Ella features accommodations in Ella with a garden.

    The room was spectacular and the service was excellent.

  • WATHSALA HOME VILLA(homestay)
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 0.6 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, WATHSALA HOME VILLA(homestay) features accommodations in Ella, with a garden.

    Super amables! Me ayudaron en todo!! Muy recomendable!

  • Blossom Inn
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 50 reviews

    Blossom Inn is a recently renovated homestay in Ella near Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class.

    Quiet, with mosquito net, very hospital and kind, clean. They love this house!

  • Ella Chalana Dew In
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 13 reviews

    Ella Chalana Dew In in Ella provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • City Escape
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4 reviews

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

  • Welcome Homestay
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 119 reviews

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

    Breakfast was delicious and huge! We couldn't finish it all.

  • Ella Cloud Castle Homestay
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 83 reviews

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

    The balcony is good, the location is very near to the center.

  • Emerald Mirror Guest Ella
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 266 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.

    Beautiful guest house. Excellent breakfast. Lovely owners.

  • New green leaf resort
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    Just a 14-minute walk from Ella Train Station and 1.2 miles from Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, New green leaf resort features accommodations in Ella with a garden.

    Location was great, The place is clean and comfortable. And the breakfast was amazing 👍🏼

  • Rock Grand View
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 102 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Rock Grand View in Ella offers accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. With river views, this accommodation provides a patio.

    Awesome host Beautiful location Completely loved it

  • Sudumal Cottage
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 235 reviews

    Sudumal Cottage offers a garden and accommodations with a kitchen in Ella, 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. There's a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay.

    Good place and nice viwe.owner is very friendly and good service

  • Holly House Homestay
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 147 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.

    Very clean. Calm and comfortable. Very helpful owner.

  • Supipi Homestay
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 32 reviews

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

    Top Preis-Leistungsverhältnis. Super nette Gastgeber.

  • Eden View Ella - Tour options in the area
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 211 reviews

    Offering a restaurant and free bikes, Eden View Ella - Tour options in the area is located in Ella. Free WiFi access is available in the public areas of the property.

    Lovely family, great location and very comfy! I really recommend this cute place.

  • Maleesha Homestay
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 167 reviews

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

    very clean, the manager was the kindest ! Highly recommend !

  • Ella Happy View
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 223 reviews

    Ella Happy View Guest house is located just above Ella Town, an easy 7 min walk along the railway tracks.

    The place was amazing and the room very comfortable

  • White House Ella
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 260 reviews

    Providing quiet street views, White House Ella in Ella features accommodations and a garden. With city views, this accommodation provides a patio.

    Very clean place, nice rooms, really noce location

  • Ella Jungle Inn
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 97 reviews

    Offering a garden and a terrace, Ella Jungle Inn in Ella is close to Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class and Ella Train Station.

    Nice big room, clean und comfortable, but no AC, if you need it.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Ella

  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 41 reviews
    Great hosts lovely room with a fantastic view across Ella Lovely breakfast served out side on the terrace Highly recommend Homestay Upstairs room is the best view
    Rex
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $19
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 759 reviews
    Good communication to find this place, easy to reach from train station. lovely host family with welcome tea
    Tim
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $35.10
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 241 reviews
    + Great host family + breakfast (food and view) + view from terrace
    Konstantin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $32
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 168 reviews
    Super nice homestay with lovely hosts. The rooms were basic but clean, the breakfast was plentiful and delicious and the location is awesome.
    Ann-Kathrin
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $22.40
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 228 reviews
    It was a nicely maintained Homestay with a great host Mr. Aruna.. it’s very close to the Ella town Center. while the access to this property is abit steep and may be difficult for old people, once you are in the property you forget everything…we really enjoyed our stay and look forward to stay again in the future
    Manoj
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $36
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 123 reviews
    Lovely host family and great breakfast
    Rachel
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $65
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 141 reviews
    Best Homestay we had in Sri Lanka! Tuktuk and Shuttle service through the owner, fair price! Better then the other suppliers, never forget to negation. Location is 3 walkingminutes away of the main village, we loved it! Perfect location to start directly without transport to nine arches bridge, little adams peak, ella rock! Laundry Service is nice (maybe not the cheapest one) We loved the breakfast and the Host Family! Was no problem to arrive late because of train delay. Minibar prices are super fair (cheap) also with Lion beer
    Lukas
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews
    A beautiful view, lovely host family. Such nice people. Our room was super clean, the food from their restaurant delicious and good value. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Very kind. We had a scooter so location was not a lm issue for us. Lovely place
    julie
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 91 reviews
    Super cosy in the middle of the djungle. Lovely host family.
    Karin
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $20
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 80 reviews
    Very cute and private homestay on a quite side street while still close and in walking distance to the train station, main street and all sight in Ella including hikes to little Adam's peak, Ella rock and the 9 arch bridge. Very hospitable family who took care of us and even shared some home made food with us on New years day, all while caring for their newborn baby girl.
    Sarah
    Travelers with friends