Water fall Road,watagodawatte,Kithalella., 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka
#165 of 394 B&Bs and Inns in Ella
Guests' ChoiceBased on 165 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.5
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
7.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 17 August 2025
Tiphaine
FranceDespite this amazing homestay, it's good to know that there is some animal's : mouse on the roof on the highest floor and also a noisy wind that can be disturbing during the first night.
Stunning view on the waterfall from the room and the breakfast terrace:) nice peacock and amazing family, so nice and helpfull . Far away enough for staying quiet and at walking distance from the center, very nice shortcut along the Railway track. One of the best place for sure.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Kamil
JerseyStunning view Super friendly staff Clean and nice rooms Great shower Nice breakfast
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
Hannah
United KingdomThe waterfall view was lovely, could hear it on an evening. The hotel was also away from the main road, however it was a half hour walk into thr main area of Ella. The staff were very welcoming and friendly, and we got a lift from the hotel owner in the morning to catch out train. There was also a very comfy bean bag :)
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 June 2025
Van
NetherlandsThe people were very very kind and helpful
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 24 May 2025
Cc
United KingdomWe arrived around 6:00 PM, and the host prepared a meal for us.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 15 May 2025
Lorenza
Italythe owner is the sweetest person i have ever met
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 3 May 2025
Laura
ArgentinaLocated in the upper part of Ella, the trail features several climbs and requires a moderate level of fitness to complete but you’ll appreciate it once you see the incredible view. If you'd rather skip the hike, you can always take a tuk-tuk to the top.
The best part is the view. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 25 April 2025
Dominika
PolandProblem is to get to the hotel, couse the Road is not for a car, it s better to text the host for a tuk tuk, then it is no problem.
The Host is kind and helpfull, and the View is amazing. It is clean, no bad smells, tastey breakfast, hot water with good preasure and hostel can secure you everything you need, just ask the host! Good price. Best guest place yet in srilanka!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 19 April 2025
Sofia
PortugalRoom with a bit of humidity but that's normal for a place like Ella. They don't have an ATM, which isn't a problem, but I'll leave this information here so that other guests have this information.
A local family accommodation, with the most friendly and attentive owner ever. Every morning he offered me flowers, a true gentleman! We had a small problem with the room but they automatically moved us to another room. The room was great and clean. The breakfast was good too. They also have a laundry service and the clothes smelled great! They are carrying out works to expand the accommodation with new rooms and better conditions, so I believe that from now on this space will only improve.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 13 April 2025
Ana
Sri LankaThe view is absolutely insane. The family is very nice. One morning we came late for breakfast after the hike to Ella rock and they still arranged breakfast for us. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 4 April 2025
Sarah
United KingdomI had a perfect stay at this homestay. The place was beautiful, modern, and felt brand new. The location was absolutely stunning—peaceful and surrounded by nature—which is exactly what I was looking for. It is a bit out of the way, so getting back in the evenings took some planning, especially after dark. But that’s the trade-off for being somewhere so scenic. The host was kind, though not very present during my stay. Overall, I loved it and would definitely recommend it for anyone wanting a peaceful, beautiful retreat.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 18 March 2025
Naomi
Switzerlandwe stayed march 2025 and some constructions were ongoing.
the breakfast is simple and good. the family is very cute and helpful. the location is a bit outside but has a beautiful view to the near by waterfall.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 16 March 2025
Roxana
GermanyHowever, the rooms are very loud in the morning at breakfast time, from about 7. We could hear the conversations from the terrace and especially the scraping of the chairs was disturbing. So not exactly a quiet location.
Very nice view and away from the bustling center of Ella. The staff were nice and the rooms were clean, beds were comfy as well.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 13 March 2025
Ieva
LatviaPerfect spot for a couple of days. The waterfall view is outstanding. Home stay is located close to the train tracks so you can watch the train passing by and of course it’s a good way how to walk around. The family who owns the place is lovely and helped us a lot. With the tuk-tuk service and etc. Highly recommend this home stay, we loved the time there.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 5 March 2025
Anthony
United KingdomThe WiFi was a little patchy, but that seems to be typical in Sri Lanka. It is a little far so be prepared to walk 25 mins to town (good views on the walk though) or pay for a tuk tuk. The owner did provide discounted tuk tuk rides into town though!
Friendly owners who were great at helping to organise tuk tuks/transport etc. Peaceful location with nice surroundings, a little bit out of town so much quieter. Lovely balcony to sit on and enjoy the jungle and waterfall views. Good place if you’re wanting a more relaxed stay!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 3 March 2025
Sergei
RussiaFurnishing is poor like broken mirror and shelves for toothbrushes in bathroom.
Good view and location for walk and enjoy sights. Jack is very helpful and thanksgiving man. This homestay is really calm and silent place only birds singing. Breakfast was good and forethoughtful. Big buthroom with shower and hot water. Absence of insects.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 24 February 2025
Sheldon
CanadaWifi cut in and out which seems standard in Sri Lanka and there was good service to use data instead. At the top of a very long and steep hill so would recommend getting a motorbike for your stay.
We got a room in the new build section of the homestay so it was brand new, very modern and comfortable. Beautiful glass doors leading onto the balcony with a view of the waterfall. Lovely big breakfast. Very friendly and helpful owners, arranged a scooter rental and drove me back into town when I checked out.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 16 February 2025
Bruce
CanadaNothing
I had a truly wonderful stay at this lovely guesthouse in Ella. Jack, the host, has a big heart and goes out of his way to make sure you have everything you need...his wife prepares a delicious breakfast each morning, and Jack serves it with such care and warmth.....the room was clean and comfortable, with fresh bedding, and the bathroom was spotless as well.... the location is perfect if you're looking for peace and quiet in nature...it i's about a 20-minute walk from Ella town, and the views are absolutely stunning... you can see across the valley to a beautiful waterfall on the opposite side, making it a serene escape from the busier parts of town. If you're after a quiet, nature-filled retreat with wonderful hospitality, this is the perfect place to stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 16 February 2025
Andrea
NorwayVery nice staff, from beginning to end. The room was also super nice - we got to stay in the new room with a high standard. The breakfast had a nice view. About a 20 minutes walk to the centre of Ella, very convenient.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 15 February 2025
Yann
FranceGood location, friendly welcoming, clean, horst so cute 🤩🤩🤩🤩
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 13 February 2025
Konstantin
RussiaRoom was old abit
Amazing nature, waterfall view was soooo amazing, birds sings 7am it's like sound healing.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 11 February 2025
Giulia
ItalyThe room was big and clean, the beds had mosquito’s nets. The staff was super helpful when we needed an adapter for our phones and the breakfast was amazing with stunning view. Wish we could have stayed more!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 8 February 2025
Elisa
GermanyVery very nice family hosting the Cascade Valley! Can highly recommend this place. Also breakfast was very nice.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 2 February 2025
Alexandra
GermanyAmazing view! Really nice host :)
Stayed in February 2025
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