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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.

Stylish, modern, very new hotel with great breakfast and comfortable beds. Staff is very helpful and accommodating!

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9
Superb
175 reviews
Price from
US$69.62
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.

The super friendly owner Nadika welcomed us at his beautiful brandnew bed and breakfast. everything was perfect: the view, the bathroom, the breakfast… Nadika made sure our trip would be as comfortable as we could wish for. Thank you! When we visit Ella again we would love to stay again at eagle view!

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9.7
Exceptional
159 reviews
Price from
US$30.57
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.

This was a nice, affordable accommodation in Ella. It's a walk up a hill from the main road so it was quiet. The room is large and clean. The host was responsive and offered cleaning service while we stayed. Would recommend.

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9.1
Superb
147 reviews
Price from
US$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.

The view is just stunning in morning !.. The food is just amazing…Sri Lankam food !!! The host and the staff are doing there job outstanding!

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9.6
Exceptional
276 reviews
Price from
US$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.

Unfortunately my friend and I were not able to really enjoy the comforts of this place because we were so busy running around Ella. However, the homestay owners were the friendliest, the view was breathtaking, and I loved how quiet it was. The shower had hot water, the place was so clean (and so is the town!), and the beds with the mosquito net made me feel like a princess. Be mindful of animals.

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9.2
Superb
252 reviews
Price from
US$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.

View is amazing. I had a small balcony facing the mountain and a waterfall. Very peaceful place. Bed is very comfortable, room is clean and the area could get a bit chilly during the night which i love. It’s a nice short walk to the main town through the rail. The family’s running it is super nice. They always have good energy and very attentive. Would highly

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9.2
Superb
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 best breakfast we had during our trip in Sri Lanka. Breakfast was very complete, with eggs, pancakes, egg hopper, curd with honey and banana, fresh juice,....perfect!! The guys were very helpful, smiling and nice. We forgot a souvenir in the room and they managed to send it to us to Weligama (thanks a lot!!). Also, we highlight the surrounding nature, even we could see monkeys in the trees in the morning.

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9.7
Exceptional
514 reviews
Price from
US$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.

Large room, nice outside area, close to bridge and little Adams peak

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9
Superb
127 reviews
Price from
US$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 owners were fantastic hosts. Ari was so kind to guide us up the Mountain to Ella rock and took us on paths not mean get see. The Sri Lanka currys and breakfast were fantastic

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9.1
Superb
127 reviews
Price from
US$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.

This property was phenomenal. When staying in Ella I would not look for anything else. The view was extraordinary, the people fantastic hosts, and the interior was beautiful and exactly what we needed. Can’t wait to be back!

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9.4
Superb
428 reviews
Price from
US$42
per night

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

    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.

    everything was perfect, very nice villa and place.

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

    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.

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

  • Rainbow Sky Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 251 reviews

    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.

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

  • Avenra Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 126 reviews

    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.

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

  • Shining Green View
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 428 reviews

    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.

    Amazing views & home cooked breakfast. Comfortable room.

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

    Set within 5.5 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, V@Ella guesthouse offers accommodation with seating area.

    The guesthouse was great and Andy a wonderful host!

  • Third Eye Ella
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 283 reviews

    Located in Ella and only 4.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Third Eye Ella provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    The room was spectacular and the service was excellent.

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

    Situated in Ella, 2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 200 metres from Chill Restaurant, POOMAZ PEACE PALACE offers accommodation with access to a garden with a rooftop terrace.

    Clean Good showers Comfortable beds Really nice staff

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  • Namara Green Ella
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 175 reviews

    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.

    Clean, modern, brand new bathrooms, excellent staff

  • Ella green stay
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 287 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Ella green stay provides accommodation with terrace, around 4.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation offers a patio.

    Accommodation, breakfast, and staff were excellent.

  • Ella Mount View Guest Inn
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 478 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Ella Mount View Guest Inn is situated in Ella, 1.7 km 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
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 158 reviews

    Situated within 5.4 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Super View provides accommodation with seating area.

    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

    Featuring mountain views, Cozy Homestay offers accommodation with balcony, around 5.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. 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
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 313 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Mc Queen Homestay provides accommodation with balcony, around 2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Great location, lovely hosts and delicious breakfast

  • Maleesha Homestay
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 167 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Maleesha Homestay offers accommodation with terrace, around 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

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

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Ella

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

    Boasting mountain views, Sunburst Inn Ella features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 5.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

  • The black stone
    Central location
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    The black stone features a balcony and is set in Ella, within just 700 metres of Ella Railway Station and less than 1 km of Ella Spice Garden.

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

    Boasting mountain views, Happy Horizon Home Stay offers accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    A very nice location and an absolutely lovely owner.

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

    Best people. Caring a lot and extraordinary friendly

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

    Set within 5.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Dawn View Home Stay features accommodation with seating area.

    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
     · 229 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

    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.

    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

    Nethanya Homestay is set in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, and offers a terrace, garden, and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    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

    Situated within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Dhanudi Homestay provides accommodation with seating area.

    Best breakfast ☺️ amazing hoost, clean and good location ☀️

  • Blooming Rose Ella
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 487 reviews

    Set within 5.4 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Blooming Rose Ella offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

    The view is from the rooms are unbeatable. Some of the best views in whole of Ella.

  • Rest Full Homestay
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 360 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Rest Full Homestay features accommodation with balcony, around 5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Friendly and helpful staff More than worth for price

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

    Featuring mountain views, New white rose offers accommodation with terrace, around 5.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

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

    Boasting garden views, Little paradise Homestay offers accommodation with terrace, around 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Incredible sweet family. Very great breakfast. Good location.

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

    WATHSALA HOME VILLA(homestay), a property with a garden, is located in Ella, 3.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 48 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 49 km from Horton Plains National...

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

  • adam's apple homestay
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 380 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, adam's apple homestay is an accommodation situated in Ella, 6.3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 2 km from Ella Rock.

    Love view from apartament and su shine there <3

  • Breeze Blows Inn
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 36 reviews

    Set in Ella, near Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak and Ella Spice Garden, Breeze Blows Inn features a terrace.

    Ausstattung und die Lage direkt am Weg zu der Brücke

  • Blossom Inn
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 50 reviews

    Located within 4.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Blossom Inn offers accommodation with seating area.

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

  • Ella Chalana Dew In
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, Ella Chalana Dew In is located in Ella, 6.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 46 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

  • City Escape
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4 reviews

    City Escape features a terrace and is located in Ella, within just 600 metres of Ella Spice Garden and 700 metres of Ella Railway Station.

  • Welcome Homestay
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Welcome Homestay features accommodation with terrace, around 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

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

  • Ella Cloud Castle Homestay
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 83 reviews

    Located in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Cloud Castle Homestay provides accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a shared kitchen.

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

  • Emerald Mirror Guest Ella
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 266 reviews

    Set just 4.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Emerald Mirror Guest Ella features accommodation in Ella with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

    Beautiful guest house. Excellent breakfast. Lovely owners.

  • New green leaf resort
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, New green leaf resort is located in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

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

  • Araliya Villa by Ella Nine Peaks
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Araliya Villa by Ella Nine Peaks provides accommodation with an open-air bath and a patio, around 19 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Food was delicious, staff excelent, location was perfect!

  • Rock Grand View
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 102 reviews

    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.

    Awesome host Beautiful location Completely loved it

  • Paraiso Guest House
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 291 reviews

    Featuring a patio with city views, a garden and a shared lounge, Paraiso Guest House can be found in Ella, close to Ella Railway Station and 5.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Good location, nice and quiet with a stunning view

  • Ella Peace Heaven
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 140 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Ella Peace Heaven provides accommodation with balcony, around 3.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

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

  • Sudumal Cottage
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 235 reviews

    Situated within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Sudumal Cottage offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

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

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Homestays that guests love in Ella

  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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: US$19
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 759 reviews
    Good communication to find this place, easy to reach from train station. lovely host family with welcome tea
    Tim
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$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: US$32
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 169 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: US$22.40
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 229 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: US$36
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 123 reviews
    Lovely host family and great breakfast
    Rachel
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$65
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 91 reviews
    Super cosy in the middle of the djungle. Lovely host family.
    Karin
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$20
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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
    People with friends