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Reviews of Sri Bhavan Ella

Athulgashinna Ella 202c, 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka

#137 of 394 B&Bs and Inns in Ella

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 76 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The ladies really look after you, great sized room, fan is all you need. Right near railway line away from noisy town but 5 min walk. Really recommend staying here a few nights.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect distance to center,2min walk Great breakfast and view

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The images give a somewhat idealized impression of the apartment.

    The apartment is in a quiet spot, just a short walk from the center of Elle and about 5 minutes from the train station (right along the tracks). There are some nice bars and restaurants nearby. The staff was super friendly.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    The host lady is extremely nice. We had to leave early and she prepared breakfast for us. We had a very good stay

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2025

    10
    Lovely stay in a quiet spot close to the city
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s down a narrow steep hill if coming by car/tuktuk so consider this is you have a lot of luggage

    Great sized bedroom and bathroom. Location a short walk across the railway tracks and you’re in the city. The lady offered coffee everyday and kept everywhere very clean.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    9.0
    Great place located perfectly and with such nice hosts!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was a little dingey, but a minor thing.

    Really nice place. Owners were super fiednly and helpful. Very close to Ella, but thankfully not too close to the very busy main street. Also easy to get to the train station and fun to walk down the train tracks to get there. The owner helped us with our heavy bags which went above and beyond inmy opinion. Breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2025

    10
    Perfect place to explore Ella- close to town but feels very peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful property and delicious breakfast everyday. We had the best time thank you so much!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    9.0
    Very nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very quiet and comfortable accommodation, perfect wifi and nice breakfast, all you need to spend your time in Ella, close to the center

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is lovely, away from the city but close enough if you take the shortcut. Immerse in nature. The owner is really kind and helpful. Love the outside area where you can enjoy some relaxing downtime.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fan is a great add, but without a timer on.

    Quiet place with a delicious breakfast. The owner doesn’t speak well English, but she’s super helpful. We had a warm welcome. Super easy to walk over there through the train track. Love Ella city !

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2025

    9.0
    Favorite stay in Sri Lanka!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I was alone, and the walk over the train tracks at night is pitch black, but as it's only 2 minutes it wasn't so bad, just make sure you have a flashlight. There were quite a lot of dead ants, but the lady sweeped them away every day.

    The lady was so sweet and lovely, and made amazing breakfast and gave good travel recommendations. The place is nice and quiet, and very close to the street with all the restaurants and shops (2 minutes walk over the train tracks). Great spacious room with a warm shower.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2025

    10
    Clean, peaceful, & close to town center!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I loved EVERYTHING about this place. The location is perfect, it's only a 5 minute walk from the town center (you walk on the train tracks to get there which is super cool!) but it's far enough that it's very peaceful! The owner is a wonderful kind hearted lady who is helpful in every way and makes delicious Sri Lankan breakfast! The room was clean, well maintained, has a mosquito net, hot water, toilet paper, towels provided, a fan (AC is not needed in Ella), and GREAT WIFI. It's also walking distance from the train station itself. I will be staying here anytime I come to Ella in the future. 100/10 Recommend this place especially for solo female travelers!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no mosquito repellent. had to use the net

    great hostess made us great breakfasts. Accessible to Ella Rock

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    breakfast area is a little dusty if I had to find fault but I'd stay here again

    nice location walking distance to the town but in a tranquil environment simple rustic affordable room

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2025

    10
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, short walk along the railway tracks from the station (and town) Lovely host. Big clean room

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2025

    9.0
    good breakfast and very friendly people
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    good breakfast and very friendly people

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2025

    10
    I highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little bit dirty.

    Perfect location and owner. Beautiful view from the terrace, excellent breakfast. The room has everything you need. I was surprised by the hot water because in Sri Lanka it does not happen often.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The accommodation is very simply furnished and a little old-fashioned. It smells a bit strange in the area, as there is a rubbish dump nearby.

    We enjoyed our stay very much. You can reach the city centre in 5 minutes on foot. However, you have to walk along the railway tracks. But that's not a big deal. And the trains pass right in front of the accommodation. But even that was not that bad than we had imagined. The owner was very nice and helpful. She made us tea and coffee and did our laundry. She always baked something different for breakfast.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The most caring host I have come across on my trip to Sri Lanka. She packed morning breakfast for my early morning train to Kandy. I felt very touched by her warmness and hospitality.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2025

    10
    A delightful home stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such a lovely host. Made us dinner one evening which was very tasty! Perfect location. Only 5 minute walk into Ella over the train tracks. Clean and very comfortable.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2025

    10
    A homestay that really feels like home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Such a cozy and welcoming place! We spend so much time on the terrace and enjoyed the calmness surrounding us. At the same time, it is only a 5 minute walk to the main road. Authentic and delicious breakfast!! And such a caring host…

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly owner, good lokation, tea and Snack at arrival, very quiet

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2025

    10
    Extremally friendly hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Fantastic breakfast. Top! Outstanding location.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing identified as wrong for us.

    We were very warmly welcomed. Great location for starting hiking to Ella Rock. Very close to train station and city centre. Our host, Ameli, arranged transportation for us to Diyaluma waterfalls. Breakfast was delicios and plenty.

    Stayed in February 2025

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