Reviews of Secret View Homestay Ella 4 stars
Temple Road Kitalella Ella, 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka
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Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewSuperb stay!! The family that has the room were super friendly and attentive from the first minute. Great view of the waterfall and the area around Ella. Nice , comfortable room , very clean and great breakfast! If we come back to Sri Lanka we'll come back!!
The location of the room is a little hard to find but you know from the booking. And they do their best to help you . They even returned us at night from Ella. Without charge!
We always try to do our best for you.but lf there is a mistake about our facilities or something else please be kind to write that on the complain book without writing review .if you write on the complin book we can make that mistake as soon as possible .may be cleaning problem or anything else.so hope you will pay attention this.thank you
We always try to do our best for you.but lf there is a mistake about our facilities or something else please be kind to write that on the complain book without writing review .if you write on the complin book we can make that mistake as soo… Show more
Reviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNamal and his family are super helpful! They brought the suitcases upstairs and the room was lovely! Super clean with air conditioning. Our room also had a swing and the scenery you have from the room is just amazing - you'll wake up with Ella Rock and the waterfalls in front of you! Superb breakfast with fruit, egg and different types of Sri Lankan food. Thank you Namal!!
We always try to do our best for you.but lf there is a mistake about our facilities or something else please be kind to write that on the complain book without writing review .if you write on the complin book we can make that mistake as soon as possible .may be cleaning problem or anything else.so hope you will pay attention this.thank you
We always try to do our best for you.but lf there is a mistake about our facilities or something else please be kind to write that on the complain book without writing review .if you write on the complin book we can make that mistake as soo… Show more
Reviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewWe had a lovely stay at Secret View Homestay, tucked away in the hills just outside Ella town. It was a little tricky to find at first—our driver had to stay in touch with the hosts to locate the property—but once we arrived, we were blown away. Be prepared for a bit of a climb up to the apartment, but it’s absolutely worth it. The views are breath-taking, and we had our own private terrace with swings overlooking the hills. We could have sat there all night—it was that beautiful. We booked two double rooms, one of which also had a single bed, which was perfect for our group. The rooms were well-equipped with fridges, air conditioning, and en-suite bathrooms, making our stay very comfortable. The hosts were incredibly friendly, greeting us with welcome drinks (juice and tea) on arrival. Breakfast was included and featured a delicious fresh fruit platter, which we really enjoyed. Although the homestay isn’t far from Ella town, it’s too far to walk, so we had our driver drop us off and then took Tuk Tuks back, which were very cheap and only took a couple of minutes.
Not us you are very kind and humble.we like your behavior as well.we felt as you are our family members .we always want to make you happy and comfortable .and need your safty .for that we work hard.you come our place so we shoud know to do everything for you.if there is a mistake please forgive is.we never forget who stayed at our place .we all are human so we shoud kind each other.anyway thanks your valuable comment .we are so important your comment .as a sri lankan.we want your safty .so if you ever come to srilanka do not forget to come our place .so thank you again .
Not us you are very kind and humble.we like your behavior as well.we felt as you are our family members .we always want to make you happy and comfortable .and need your safty .for that we work hard.you come our place so we shoud know to do… Show more
Reviewed: 12 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewIncredibly beautiful place! Very friendly hosts who are always ready to help with everything! I recommend!
Reviewed: 23 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewIt was a wonderful view - felt very peaceful. I could sit and stare at that view for hours. The host and his family were lovely, and took care of anything and everything - transport, activities, food if requested. Close to Ella central, walkable along the train line. Or host will drive you if you ask. I definitely recommend.
Shower was low pressure and didn’t get as hot as I’d like. Quite a few stairs, so be aware if less mobile.
Reviewed: 12 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewInsane view, hospitality, breakfast
your very kind. Thanks your comments
Reviewed: 28 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewAmazing view over Ella and over the waterfall and super friendly hosts
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Reviewed: 18 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewGreat location, amazing hosts
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Reviewed: 17 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewWe always try to do our best for you.but lf there is a mistake about our facilities or something else please be kind to write that on the complain book without writing review .if you write on the complin book we can make that mistake as soon as possible .may be cleaning problem or anything else.so hope you will pay attention this.thank you
We always try to do our best for you.but lf there is a mistake about our facilities or something else please be kind to write that on the complain book without writing review .if you write on the complin book we can make that mistake as soo… Show more
Reviewed: 8 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful view and kind people. Amazing breakfast (which is not included but is affordable) Recommended!
Thank you so much your comments. Your very kind
Reviewed: 3 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThank you so much your comments. Your very kind
Reviewed: 30 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe view from this homestay is incredible, you can see Ella Rock, Little Adam’s peak and a waterfall. It was lovely to sit on the swing chair and look at the mountains. We had breakfast twice during our stay and it was lovely both times. The family are very friendly and hospitable, with a very sweet dog Ruby. It is about a 10 min walk into town along the train tracks, I would recommend staying out of Ella town as it is quite busy, this area is very peaceful. Only negative is that whilst the view is incredible, the bathroom was quite smelly and felt a bit unclean.
Reviewed: 24 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe view was exceptional! Nice comfortable bed, sheets and lovely soft pillows.
Needs updating, but that didn’t spoil the experience.
Reviewed: 6 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewAmazing breakfast and stunning view from the terrace and private balcony.
Reviewed: 26 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe people were super lovely and heöped us woth everything.
Thank a lot for your comment .we want to make you happy and comfortable .if you come back do not forget to visit is again.you are so humble .as human we are all same so we should treat each other.thanks for appriciating us and our view.we always try to give you good and healthy meals.thanks again.stay safe .
Thank a lot for your comment .we want to make you happy and comfortable .if you come back do not forget to visit is again.you are so humble .as human we are all same so we should treat each other.thanks for appriciating us and our view.we … Show more
Reviewed: 23 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe view was amazing and the WiFi was the best we’ve found in Sri Lanka. The owners were kind and helpful.
Thank you for your comment .we are very important that.if you enjoied our place .that is happy to hear that.we always try to do our best for you.if you ever come back to sri lanka do not forget to visit us.we are very important your safty and happyness.so hope see again .thank a lot for admiring us like this.
Thank you for your comment .we are very important that.if you enjoied our place .that is happy to hear that.we always try to do our best for you.if you ever come back to sri lanka do not forget to visit us.we are very important your safty a… Show more
Reviewed: 20 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewAmazing views of the waterfall, great location, very kind hosts. The room was nice and clean and the breakfast very good!
Thank you for your comment .we are very important that.if you enjoied our place .that is happy to hear that.we always try to do our best for you.if you ever come back to sri lanka do not forget to visit us.we are very important your safty and happyness.so hope see again .thank a lot for admiring us like this.
Thank you for your comment .we are very important that.if you enjoied our place .that is happy to hear that.we always try to do our best for you.if you ever come back to sri lanka do not forget to visit us.we are very important your safty a… Show more
Reviewed: 14 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewAlles was perfect
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You very kind mam. See you next time.
Reviewed: 14 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe view was exceptional and the family were so lovely and made sure we had everything we needed. We had a room on the top level and spent nice time on our private balcony and swing chair. The breakfast was very good. Lovely family! Good room.
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Reviewed: 13 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewPerfect retreat in the mountains of Ella. Perfect stay if you want a peaceful relaxing stay, just outside of the centre. We got the deluxe room with balcony and the swing on the balcony was wonderful to highlight. Beds super comfy and staff were amazing, so helpful and kind.
What a great comment .l appreciate it.we are important your comment and we always want to make you happy and comfortable .so for that we work hard and we try to do best for you.you are also kind and humble .thank for coming .and do not forget to come here if you come back to sri lanka .stay safe and happy.thank a lot agin .
What a great comment .l appreciate it.we are important your comment and we always want to make you happy and comfortable .so for that we work hard and we try to do best for you.you are also kind and humble .thank for coming .and do not forg… Show more
Reviewed: 11 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewOur stay at Secret View was perfection. Such an amazing balcony and view, we felt really spoiled! The room was also comfortable and had everything we needed. The hosts were also incredibly accommodating and friendly, making sure we had the best stay, and even gave us a packed lunch and water when we left. Very kind homestay and beautiful place.
We always try to do our best for you.but lf there is a mistake about our facilities or something else please be kind to write that on the complain book without writing review .if you write on the complin book we can make that mistake as soon as possible .may be cleaning problem or anything else.so hope you will pay attention this.thank you
We always try to do our best for you.but lf there is a mistake about our facilities or something else please be kind to write that on the complain book without writing review .if you write on the complin book we can make that mistake as soo… Show more