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Reviews of The Rock Face

No 107/1 , Ella Town , Ella, 90090 Ella, Sri Lanka

#278 of 394 B&Bs and Inns in Ella

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Review score

Based on 513 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was a good experience, very good value, clean and had everything we needed.

    For breakfast the fruit selection was delicious, good coffee served in a pot, individual small plain omelettes, ideal for a quick breakfast. Mountain of toast also provided, which we didn’t use.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2025

    7.0
    Great location and it would suit the young adventurers people.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Ella gap View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location

    It’s in close proximity to the city centre. It is very high up as most of the properties in Ella are. It’s not for either unfit or elderly people. Young people will love everything about it.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    9.0
    Great views, very friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Furnishing a bit old fashioned but in good condition and like we mentioned the appartement was very clean which we think is the most important. Warning; when in the shower you might get wet (if you are lucky). No all jokes aside..the water pressure in the shower was very poor. This is something they should (try to) get fixed. The road to/from the accommodation was very steep, but it was only about 100metres and it did bring you straight to the Ella Main Street and it does give you great views so for us it was no problem and the location was perfect.

    Very friendly and helpful staff. Great views. We had the privilege to stay in a corner appartement which meant we had windows and views on two sides. Very clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2025

    9.0
    Excellent location, very clean, very lovely staff, great overall
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • luxury room with balcony and mountain view
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No air con but that gets reflected on the price.

    Very friendly, managed by a woman so you could see the little details on everything. Had a big bag of laundry and it was done overnight. Excellent location

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    9.0
    It was a great stay and we would recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is quite a steep hill to climb to get to the hotel, but once you’re up there the views are amazing.

    The owners were really lovely and helpful. The beds were large and comfortable and came with bug nets.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2025

    9.0
    A gorgeous mountain stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Ella gap View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There’s currently some renovations going on at this property as it is not peak season - these were a little noisy, but don’t cause too much drama when out exploring Ella’s beautiful sights!

    Friendly, welcoming, comfortable and well positioned stay with a great view of the mountains!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean, comfortable with a nice view from the balcony. You can admire the sunrise straight from your bed! Very good location, close to everything if you don't mind a few flights of stairs.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Wifi didn’t connect in the whole stay though i Didn't need it that much but it is important for many.!

    The position of the hotel is value for money as It's in the centre of Ella town. One can easily enjoy the Ella night life. Great location with all the facilities.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2025

    8.0
    Nice view and super location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • luxury room with balcony and mountain view
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wi-Fi and washroom

    Views and location

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's challenging to get to the location by foot.

    Very clean hotel in a beautiful location.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Ella gap View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The room always smelt damp without air conditioning and it was hard to dry the one towel provided.

    Location was brilliant being so close to the city centre.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2025

    8.0
    Excellent view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room with Ella Rock View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing for me but there are steep hills to get to the property.

    Smooth check in and check out. Everything worked as it should. Beautiful view. Thank you.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Steep climb to get to the hotel. No plug point near the bed to charge phones at night. We felt that there is a power surge effecting the charging of devices.

    Great view.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s a walkable distance from the railway station but uphill. A shortcut from the people’s bank atm. They could provide atleast water for each day which wasn’t the case. Just one time 😤. The local attractions are walkable distance from here. Enjoy

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    8.0
    Great and friendly staff and incredible views, really close to Ella central
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • luxury room with balcony and mountain view
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slightly challenging to get to, not great if you have mobility issues

    The views are great, the staff are really friendly and helpful, location is really close to Ella central

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2025

    8.0
    Good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot water pressure wasn't good.

    Great and eye-catching view, supportive and kind staff, delicious breakfast and good location, if you don't mind sharp sloped street.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location at the top of a steep hill made access a bit challenging, but in return, it’s nicely removed from the noise of the main street and offers a great view. (Though you can still hear a bit of music at night…) The water facilities, including hot water, are basic but sufficient.

    The hospitality of the owner and his wife was truly wonderful. They helped me plan my day, checked in on me often, and made sure I had a comfortable stay. Most of all, when I was having trouble figuring out transportation, the owner kindly drove me to another town himself, which was a huge help.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2025

    7.0
    Great location and amazing staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were some bugs in the room - can’t leave food on the table. A bit noisy in the evenings - ear plugs come in handy.

    Great location - just a few minutes away from the main street. The staff was so friendly and welcoming. Great views from the room. Checking in went very smoothly.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could be noisy because of the mainstreet bar. The climbing to the hotel was little rought. Not for weak ones.

    Good location for the main streets. Clean rooms and nice staff! 😊

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2025

    7.0
    Great views, quiet from the noisy main strip below.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were fantastic views and it nice to sit on the verandas with a cool breeze after an active day. It was lovely to be up high but there was a very steep walk to get up to the hotel.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2025

    8.0
    Stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unable to pay with CC, Sri Lanka currency only. Was in a very nice 3rd corner uni, unfortunately the north side is towards the very loud Boom Boom bar. Suggests south suite might be better. Healthy climb up to property.

    Nice older style room, wood french doors. Excellent view. Good bed, AC functioned, but not needed at night. VG Wifi.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is a bit noisy as located above the main road where a lot of parties are going on.

    Good location (you do need to climb a bit but that’s not uncommon in Ella) and very helpful staff. Good value for money.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2025

    8.0
    Lovely staff but wouldn’t book here again due to difficult location.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Access to it when we arrived. We didn’t have any warnings about the very, very, very steep path/road (our taxi would not go all the way). We had to heave our luggage in the heat over bumpy track and then up an almost impossibly steep ‘drive’. Luckily two passing strangers helped us otherwise we would have been completely wrecked. It would NOT be at all suitable for anyone with mobility issues. Not really a view from our room, apart from huge phone tower. Poor Wi-Fi.

    Size of rooms, kettle in room, extra seating area with comfy sofas, lovely staff, lift to station.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2025

    7.0
    Good place to stay but remember about the steep ascent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • luxury room with balcony and mountain view
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    very steep entrance to the hotel, no A/C

    The view from the room

    Stayed in January 2025

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