We had a fantastic stay at Ella Secret Paradise. Only 10 mins walk to the centre but nestled away in a cozy quiet location. Nalin, the owner is really amazing. He went over and beyond to make our stay perfect. He made the most delicious breakfast and it was nice to have different options for every day. Breakfast was plentiful and filled us up way beyond lunch! The room itself was spacious, clean and comfy! It was so nice being surrounded by nature. Couldn't recommend this place enough. We hope to be back again soon!

Stayed in July 2025

Naln and his hospitality are simply the best I've encountered. If you haven't booked to stay here yet, please don't hesitate. Yes, it's up and down very steep slopes but I have every faith that Naln will find a way for you to make it safely to and from Ella Secret Paradise.

Without a doubt Ella Secret Paradise will be in our hearts forever. We're already planning what a return will look like in the future. For a start it will be more than one night's stay in this perfectly named beautiful hidden gem. The room and amenities were all lovely, as described and as expected but the pictures do not convey just how stunning the surroundings are. Naln's choice in decor made the room feel high end while his welcome makes you feel like a part of the family (but he does his job and leaves you be) He was ready to help us from the station if we needed the help (we had a driver) The breakfast has already been reviewed by others and I promise it is as every bit as they say. Without a doubt, the best breakfast I have EVER had in my 53 years on planet earth. Fresh fruit platter or smoothie (my chap is not a fruit fan at all, but he was chugging on the smoothie much to my surprise). The surroundings made the experience all the better, with birds and other animal calls, accompanying our meal.

Stayed in May 2025

Wonderful host who bent over backwards to help us and ensure we had a great time. Lovely facilities in a quiet yet central location.

Stayed in June 2025

The place is serene, calm, tranquil, a perfect place for a perfect holiday. The nature is beautiful. The place is located on the top of muntain, surrounded on one side by tea plantations and other side by lush green forest. We couldn’t stop admiring the beautify of the place. The breakfast is the best ever we have eaten with multiple courses, including great tea, fresh mixed fruit juice, great authentic srilankan breakfast and finishing with yoghurt with honey. The host is great, helping, caring and always asking if we need something. He went out of way to help us in booking our travels, providing next locations and suggesting us about ever other things we asked. Summing up, cool place, cool guy and highly recommended to chose this one over all the other options. Cheers buddy :)

Stayed in May 2025

We loved our stay here! Breakfast was delicious and very generous portions! Host was so lovely and helpful, suggesting plans to do and places to eat etc. Room was very comfortable and there is a very cute cat that visited us on the terrace often :) location is slightly further away from the main town but makes the stay very peaceful. And easy to walk in 15 mins or tuk tuk in a few mins. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed in April 2025

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Naln looked after us throughout. Charming guy. Very thoughtful and helpful. The place is well named, a perfect hidden oasis. Simple, comfortable rooms surrounded by beautiful gardens set within the hills a short tuk-tuk ride, or a 10-15 min walk from bustling Ella.

Stayed in April 2025

Ella's Secret Paradise has everything you need. You wake up each morning surrounded by nature, birds chirping and are provided the best breakfast of Sri Lanka. The place is quiet, but only a brief walk away from the city centre of Ella. Would highly recommend staying here!

Stayed in April 2025

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Our stay at Ella secret paradise was one of the highlights of our trip to Sri Lanka. Nalin is really friendly and welcoming. The house is in a unique location, right in the heart of the jungle. The homemade food was absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend staying there to anyone visiting the area.

Stayed in April 2025

The owner of the property is a real sweetheart, open to adjust anything according to your needs and ready to give you great tips about what to do. The breakdast was exquisite, always fresh. The apartment was very clean. The location is serene and it is certainly a unique listing. Highly recommended!

Stayed in April 2025

The owner really took great care of us and was really helpful! The room was clean , tidy and even better than the pictures! Nestled in the nature is the perfect spot for relaxation!

Stayed in April 2025

Bit of construction going on during working hours next door but not really enough of an issue to dampen the stay.

Cool spot. Our room has the nice balcony which we were really happy about. Nalin is a good dude and makes a great breakfast. Really recommend the Sri Lankan breakfast with roti, dahl curry and coconut sambal. Short tuk tuk ride to/from the main town so convenient location away from the noise. There is an awesome friendly cat as well that we called Mr. Biscuits. He will appreciate your lap if you offer it for cuddles.

Stayed in April 2025

Must stay place in Ella, the food is amazing, tasty with many fruits, dessert in the morning breakfast. Owner is very helpful, highly recommend, i hope i come back here

Stayed in April 2025

It is really a great stay. The host is very hospitable and very helpful. The hospitality, the breakfast, and the communications, the whole experience is comparable of a five star hotel. Very quite with natural sound. You can hear the crickets sound in the evening and birds sound in the morning. And I saw a squirrel after breakfast(Really a Secret Paradise).

Stayed in April 2025

Very clean and lovely private accommodation. Located between tea plantations and the centre is a short walk away (you can also take a tuk tuk for 2-3 minutes). The owner of the house is very kind and helpful. The breakfast was very tasty. Our favourite place and we will definitely come back :) We recommend it!

Stayed in March 2025

We had an amazing stay here for 3 nights. The location is perfect. It´s near the city and the train station. The host gave us a lot of recommendations on what to do around Ella and even provided us with a good scooter. We had delicious, large portion of local breakfast. It´s an easy 10/10 recommendation.

Stayed in March 2025

Everything was perfect!

Beautiful and calm place to stay, 10 minutes walk into City Center Ella. It was our best stay in Sri Lanka so far. The owner is very nice and helpful and made the best Sri Lankien Breakfast! It was very clean and the bed really cozy. Jungle Feeling at its best! Thank you for everything! Next time we surely come back.

Stayed in March 2025

Superb very full

Stayed in March 2025

This little guesthouse is nestled in a quiet area of Ella - it’s 15mins walk away from the town itself but we loved this about it. The room was big and clean, there was a kettle with coffee and tea and a mini fridge which came in very handy. The owner is very friendly and knowledgeable and is happy to give advice or help whichever way he can. We’d stay here again.

Stayed in March 2025

Fantastic hideaway right in the countryside but within easy reach of the station and the town. Room was comfortable, well equipped and spotlessly clean and host was lovely and incredibly helpful. Welcome drinks and breakfast were exceptionally good

Stayed in March 2025

Great room great owner guiet erea great scenery short walk to hectic Ella

Stayed in February 2025

It’s a very stylish room with nice touches and a balcony with a nice aspect. You can hear chants in the evening. A really good breakfast. Nalin was very hospitable and tried to help me out in any way he could. I had an early train ride from Ella, at 6.40 am on my last day. Nalin organised a tuk tuk to pick me up and also packed me an excellent breakfast to have on the train. A really great stay.

Stayed in February 2025

Beautiful location, kind staff, delicious breakfast. Amazing place

Stayed in February 2025

Wifi was sometimes weak

Nalin was just the perfect host (and cook). He went beyond what we expected and we felt special.

Stayed in January 2025

We liked everything

So much to like about this place. Beautiful location, lovely clean room, hot showers, amazing terrace overlooking a tropical valley, fabulous breakfasts, really friendly and helpful host. A real oasis of calm and serenity, but only a short walk from the centre of Ella village. Highly recommended

Stayed in February 2025