Reviews of Ella Walkers Nest
13 D Police Station Road, Ammbagolla, 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka
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Reviewed: 2 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewVery friendly staff, very accomodating. Walking distance to centre of town and train.
Too many stairs
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewVery friendly host- nice room, close to city center, walking in 5 Min - quiet with view into the garden.
dear mr.johannas, Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌸 I’m glad you enjoyed the room, the peaceful surroundings, and the convenient location. It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re always very welcome back . warm regards ❤️ Ella walkers nest
dear mr.johannas, Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌸 I’m glad you enjoyed the room, the peaceful surroundings, and the convenient location. It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re always very welcome back . warm regards ❤️ Ella wa… Show more
Reviewed: 16 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewDelani, the owner was so lovely. Really helpful & friendly and she made us the most delicious takeaway breakfast for our early departure.
dear Mrs.Helen, Thank you very much for your lovely feedback & your kindness! I’m so happy I could make your stay more comfortable and that you enjoyed the breakfast prepared for your early departure. It was a pleasure to host you, and I would be delighted to welcome you back to Ella anytime. Warm regards ❤️ Ella walkers nest
dear Mrs.Helen, Thank you very much for your lovely feedback & your kindness! I’m so happy I could make your stay more comfortable and that you enjoyed the breakfast prepared for your early departure. It was a pleasure to host you, and I w… Show more
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewStayed with my 2 (adult) daughters and the room was really spacious and comfortable - perfect for the 3 of us. What really makes this stay is Dilani, who runs it. She is really lovely, very attentive, and is extremely helpful in a very inobtrusive way. We would recommend this place purely on her. But in addition it is very easy walking distance to everything, including the train station; the room is spacious and good; and Dilani provides an excellent breakfast (we especially loved the Sri Lankan turmeric crepes with filling!). We had also seen through other reviews that she is an artist, so we asked if we could see some of her works and ended up buying a painting and my daughter bought a bag with a print on it. All in all, would very highly recommend this place.
There was construction works going on, so we had to walk through this to get to our room so at times you just had to be careful, but the workers were very polite and accommodating. It really did not in any way affect our stay as we barely heard them and we didn't in any way notice it when we were in our room or sitting on the verandah in front of our room.
dear Mrs.Victoria, Thank you so much for this wonderful and detailed review! 💛 It was such a pleasure to host you and your daughters. I’m so happy you enjoyed the spacious room, the breakfast , and the little artistic touches. Meeting kind guests like you makes hosting truly special, and I’m grateful for your support with my art as well. 💫 Thank you for your kind understanding about the construction — I really appreciate your patience. You’ll always be warmly welcome back here anytime! Warm regards ❤️ Dilani - Ella walkers nest
dear Mrs.Victoria, Thank you so much for this wonderful and detailed review! 💛 It was such a pleasure to host you and your daughters. I’m so happy you enjoyed the spacious room, the breakfast , and the little artistic touches. Meeting kin… Show more
Reviewed: 3 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLittle paradise, calm and peaceful, surrounded by palm trees, flowers and singing birds, away from the busy centre of Ella, (but only a 5 minute walk to get here). Extra lovely host, who is always there for you, delicious breakfast. We (family of four) definitively will come back! Thank you very much for all Dilani!
dear Mrs.Sussane & family, Thank you so much for your lovely words! 🌸 It was a real pleasure to host you and your family in our little paradise. I’m so happy you enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, breakfast, and your stay here in Ella. Knowing you felt at home truly means a lot to me. 💛 I’ll be very happy to welcome you all back anytime!✨ warm regards ❤️ Ella walkers nest
dear Mrs.Sussane & family, Thank you so much for your lovely words! 🌸 It was a real pleasure to host you and your family in our little paradise. I’m so happy you enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, breakfast, and your stay here in Ella. Kno… Show more
Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAmazing staff in a great location. Ella’s was charming and this was tucked around the corner but close enough to get to everything.
It’s not quite finished….not necessarily a problem but just a heads up. The lovely staff more than make up for it!
dear mr.simon, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled you enjoyed our charming spot in Ella and appreciated our staff. We're still putting on the finishing touches, and your kind words truly motivate us to keep improving. Hope to welcome you back again soon! 💚 warm regards! Ella Walkers nest
dear mr.simon, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled you enjoyed our charming spot in Ella and appreciated our staff. We're still putting on the finishing touches, and your kind words truly motivate us to keep improving. … Show more
Reviewed: 25 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe family were so lovely and accommodating, it was a great location - just a 10 minute walk into Ella main street.
It was quite outdated, the bathroom had mould on the walls and the mosquito nets had holes in. The breakfast was just fried eggs and bread, probably best not to have.
dear Mrs Sophie, Thank you for your feedback! ☺️ We're happy you enjoyed the location and our warm hospitality. We’re working on improvements and truly appreciate your honesty. warm regards ❤️ Ella Walkers nest
Reviewed: 12 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe owner was fantastic! She was kind and helpful.
We wish the workers were not working around the room. However, we understand that the property is currently under development and it was unavoidable.
dear dr.Nahid, Thank you for your kind words! 😊 We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the warm hospitality. Thank you also for your understanding as we continue to improve the property. Hope to welcome you again! warm regards ❤️ Ella Walkers nest
dear dr.Nahid, Thank you for your kind words! 😊 We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the warm hospitality. Thank you also for your understanding as we continue to improve the property. Hope to welcome you again! warm regards… Show more
Reviewed: 10 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery welcoming and home like, nice and close to the city but still nice and quiet will definitely come back 😊
dear ms.Alexandra, Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 We're happy you felt at home and enjoyed the peaceful yet central location. We'd be delighted to welcome you back anytime! warm regards ❤️ ella walkers nest
Reviewed: 8 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewSuper close to the train station and downtown Ella, which is all very walkable, but away from the riff raff so it's a bit quieter than staying in the main area. Host is super sweet and kind, we had a wonderful time! Will absolutely stay there again!
dear ms.Sophi, Thank you for your wonderful review! 😊 We're so happy you enjoyed the peaceful location and felt warmly welcomed. It means a lot to hear you'd love to stay with us again — we’d be thrilled to have you back! 💛🌿 warm regards ❤️ Ella Walkers nest
dear ms.Sophi, Thank you for your wonderful review! 😊 We're so happy you enjoyed the peaceful location and felt warmly welcomed. It means a lot to hear you'd love to stay with us again — we’d be thrilled to have you back! 💛🌿 warm regards ❤… Show more
Reviewed: 7 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewClean and comfortable the owner was such a lovely lady and breakfast was really good
Some building work going on but works got to be done so we understand
dear mr.Tammy, Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 We're happy you enjoyed the comfort, cleanliness, and breakfast—and it was a pleasure having you. Thanks for your kind understanding about the ongoing work. Hope to see you again soon! warm regards ❤️ Ella walkers nest
dear mr.Tammy, Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 We're happy you enjoyed the comfort, cleanliness, and breakfast—and it was a pleasure having you. Thanks for your kind understanding about the ongoing work. Hope to see you again so… Show more
Reviewed: 30 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe accommodation is basic and perfect stopover for exploring Ella. Location is very good. The room was spacious with two double beds. Plenty of space to open out luggage. The host was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good. We had laundry service which was very good and the host repaired my dress which had gotten torn whole I was wearing it . We would recommend this accommodation for anyone wanting clean basic accommodation in a good location only few minutes walk to the centre of Ella.
All good.
dear mrs.sussane, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted you enjoyed the spacious room, friendly service, and breakfast. It was our pleasure to help with the laundry and repair—glad we could assist! We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Ella. warm regards ❤️ Ella Walkers nest
dear mrs.sussane, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted you enjoyed the spacious room, friendly service, and breakfast. It was our pleasure to help with the laundry and repair—glad we could assist! We truly apprecia… Show more
Reviewed: 21 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe location is great, the room big and clean with everything you may need for a short stay. The hostess was really kind, she gave us recommendations, prepared a nice breakfast and made our stay super comfortable. Great value for money!
dear mr.Alejandro, Thank you for your wonderful review! 😊 We're so happy you enjoyed the spacious, clean room and our warm hospitality. It was a pleasure to make your stay comfortable. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon! warm regards
dear mr.Alejandro, Thank you for your wonderful review! 😊 We're so happy you enjoyed the spacious, clean room and our warm hospitality. It was a pleasure to make your stay comfortable. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome… Show more
Reviewed: 29 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe owner is very sweet and accommodating.
This property is family owned so the owner was running around doing everything herself, which took too long. I would highly recommend that she hires at least 1 staff for help. The property also needs renovations.
dear mr.sellathurei, Thank you for your feedback. I appreciate your kind words about my hospitality.Regarding the delay, breakfast is always served on time when it’s ordered in advance. but you asked me just on time.then it takes 15/20min.deffinetly. Some renovation was ongoing during your stay too, and I apologize for any inconvenience. Your suggestion about hiring staff is noted and appreciated. warm regards! Ella Walkers nest ❤️
dear mr.sellathurei, Thank you for your feedback. I appreciate your kind words about my hospitality.Regarding the delay, breakfast is always served on time when it’s ordered in advance. but you asked me just on time.then it takes 15/20min.d… Show more
Reviewed: 23 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewHost was amazing - she was so attentive and helpful ! Walking distance from everything - so close to the train station - was so lovely - we even got a takeaway breakfast fr our early morning train ride :)
A few steps - great for young legs !
dear mr.piege, Thank you so much for your lovely review! I'm really happy to hear that you loved Ella and enjoyed your stay here. It was a pleasure having you, ! Thank you also for your kind words about my hospitality. Wishing you all the best for your next adventures, and I’d love to welcome you back anytime! warm regards! Ella Walkers nest ❤️
dear mr.piege, Thank you so much for your lovely review! I'm really happy to hear that you loved Ella and enjoyed your stay here. It was a pleasure having you, ! Thank you also for your kind words about my hospitality. Wishing you all the b… Show more
Reviewed: 14 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewHost, breakfast, place
dear mr.Alexandre, Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the stay, the breakfast, and the place. Hope to welcome you again! Best regards!❤️ Ella Walkers nest
Reviewed: 1 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe property was cozy, clean, and with a good location. You are in the middle of the jungle where you can enjoy calmness and observe wild animals but at the same time it’s only 5 minutes away from the central street with all the restaurants and the railway station. Special thanks to host Dilani! She welcomed us with homemade cold lemonade. She was very kind and helpful. She helped us with renting scooters and finding good locations to go to. She made good breakfast that we enjoyed in a cute private place. I would definitely recommend this accommodation ❤️
There is no AC but it was indicated in the property details so we knew what to expect. Anyway it’s not hot in Ella so you don’t really need it
dear mr.Aleksandr, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’m so happy you enjoyed your stay, the jungle atmosphere, and the little touches. I truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again someday! Safe travels! best regards ❤️!
dear mr.Aleksandr, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’m so happy you enjoyed your stay, the jungle atmosphere, and the little touches. I truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you a… Show more
Reviewed: 26 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewIt was awesome. Location is a five minutes walk from main road. The owners are very nice people that will take care of you. Room was big and clean.
dear mr.Martin, Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the location and your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and you're always welcome back! Best regards ❤️
Reviewed: 22 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful property, still partially under construction but it didn’t affect our stay at all. Stunning views of nature from the balcony where you could spend hours sitting. Dilani was so helpful kind and attentive! The property is walking distance to town but far away enough that it feels private and doesn’t have much of the towns noise pollution. The rooms were comfortable clean and well equipped. We would love to stay here again!
No complaints.
dear ms.mithulaa, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, the views, and your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and your kind words truly mean a lot. You’re always welcome back anytime! warm regards ❤️
dear ms.mithulaa, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, the views, and your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and your kind words truly mean a lot. You’re always wel… Show more