Reviews of Freedom Guest Inn Ella

Comfortable

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Its ok.

Shower and they need to clarify that they only accept cash.

Great location, slightly tucked away from main strip of Ella which we found too busy. A 10 minute walk to nine arch bridge and start of Little Adam’s peak. Very comfortable beds, we were so happy it was a duvet rather than a sheet.

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We really enjoyed our stay at Freedom. The owners, the location, the room and the breakfast were all excellent. Highly recommend.

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The staff were friendly and generous. The breakfast was amazing. The garden was beautiful, and the location was perfect with many great restaurants nearby.

The internet connection was weak.

Great clean accomodation so close to everything but without the noise. Breakfast was plentiful and staff attentive. We were upgraded which was appreciated and the owner kindly drove us to the short distance to the railway for an early train.

We had such a great time in Ella thanks to Freedom Guest Inn and their hospitality and kindness. The location was perfect for us and the cost was exceptional given the popularity of Ella. The hosts were lovely and helpful at every opportunity. We were even given a ride to the train station for the early train to Kandy. So grateful to have stayed there. Thanks.

The overall appearance and how central it was to Ella town. The whole place and the room was immaculately clean, the bed was comfy and it had a hot shower. Due to the climate in Ella the fan was just enough however any hotter than it was in April it may not be cool enough. The location was excellent, you could walk easily (and it was beautiful walk) to the nine arch bridge, you can do this by turning right at the end of the road the inn sits on, going out to the main road. You will walk down the B113 till you get to a craggy/rocky footpath on your left (I will leave a screenshot in images) that has a white house on the left within 10/20 metres of that path, follow orange arrows painted on the trees (and orange circles on your way back). This adds to the experience of visiting the bridge. We went for 6am as it starts to get busy from 7am, first train comes at 6.30 (modern train) and sometimes depending on what day one of the old trains come at around 7.30. We also went to Little Adams peak (also walkable from the Inn approximately 40 mins) and Ravana Falls which is a little more of a trek, a good hour or a 10 min drive. Restaurants as a must go has to be the clay pot, best Sri Lankan curry of your life! again you can walk there in 20 mins, take the left before the famous arch in the town( the only arch) and walk up and right to go over the track, should be right in front of you up some wooden stairs( I have nicknamed the stairway to heaven). Good coffee shops are Rocky Ella and The Barn at Starbeans. All in all loved our stay in Ella, thanks to a comfy and clean bed to come back to that had lovely soft sheets.

The hot water in the shower last 10 mins a go, so if taking them after each other, spread them out a little longer, however this would not stop me staying here again.

Great location close to town, hosts provided free breakfast. We were upgraded to a nicer room at no extra charge as the hosts had other guests arriving wanting our room.

Damp smell in the room. Our first room downstairs was very dark and fan only no air-conditioning.

Nice garden, helpful hosts, nice breakfast, clean room, very good price.

Our stay at this homestay was exactly what we needed. The room was spacious and clean, with a private bathroom and fan. The breakfast was fantastic, each morning they brought out something different and always asked if we wanted more. The staff were friendly and super helpful. The location was perfect. Close to the main stretch, but far enough away to get some peace. Close to nearby attractions like Little Adam's peak and the 9 arch bridge.

Good location and quiet but not far off main road

Room by office was very noisy with owner talking and doing his business. Also shared wall with family residence so noisy in the morning.

Great location in Ella, walking distance to city centre but not too noisy at night. Also excellent location to walk to Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak! Plenty of parking space for our rental tuktuk. Nearby to a laundry where we had some clothes washed. Breakfast was delicious and staff were accommodating.

Our room on the ground floor was quite dark given we kept the blinds closed as the window was right where staff and other guests were walking / eating breakfast. There was only one outlet in the room (and one in the bathroom) which made charging our devices a challenge. But these are very minor things! I would still very much recommend this place to other travellers.