Reviews of The Symbol of Ella

Good location tucked away from the main town but still within walking distance. Lovely room and well looked after with beautiful breakfast and arranging tours.

This was the perfect home stay, close to the centre of Ella. We were feeling a little under the weather and the owners really looked after us, the peace and calm of the home stay was just what we needed. The warm jacuzzi was an added bonus! Breakfast was delicious with lots of variety. The family were super helpful and friendly. They helped arrange our travel to and from the accommodation and suggested lots of things we could do in Ella.

It is a very nice room and it is extra special because of the jacuzzi. The space is amazing and the host is very friendly. Extra plus they speak English well.

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Everything was perfect!

Where do I start. This place is absolutely AMAZING.The attention to detail in everything from room presentation to meals to staff and owners is impeccable. I cannot speak highly enough of everything and everyone. Please don’t be put off by the 17m2 room advertising as the size is double that with butiful outdoor setting and an added private jacuzzi. We fell in love with this place and didn’t want to leave.!!!

There is nothing that could have been better.

Homestay in a great neighbourhood, and via a shortcut only a 5 minute walk from the city center. We loved the room: spacious; clean; beautiful materials; great (and beautiful) bathroom with a hot shower and a big private terrace to chill. Breakfast was delicious, and being brought to the terrace. At first we were a bit cautious - because accomodation reviews in Sri Lanka tend to be extremely positive - but this accomodation was even better than expected so we extended our stay!

The room was spotlessly clean, and the private jacuzzi was absolutely fantastic. The hotel is located in the heart of town, with plenty of lovely cafés within walking distance. We really enjoyed having breakfast on the terrace — it was delicious. The owner and their family were so kind and welcoming. Thank you for such a wonderful experience. If we ever come back to Ella, we’ll definitely stay here again without hesitation.

This was the nicest place we stayed in SL. The room and facilities were amazing and there were lots of personal touches and nice details. I'd definitely recommend this place. It's also a short walk into town.

Every corner of the room was adorned with charming details, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The staff was always friendly and exceptionally helpful.

The room was absolutely gorgeous! It was very clean, and everything was well furnished. We became a little (too) obsessed with the couch in the room. Breakfast was fantastic. The owners thought of everything - right down to having nail clippers in the room. For the price we paid, it was such a steal. We cannot recommend this place enough. Thank you!

None. Everything was fantastic.

The attention to detail was excellent. Super friendly hostess Lovely breakfast Great location

The accomodation is tucked away and the taxi driver couldn’t find the address. Would have appreciated more support in finding the accomodation as it is not well signposted.

Quality of the room was excellent. Lots of nice touches such as feature lights. The Indika and his wife were very attentive and provided a delicious breakfast each morning with excellent variety and choice. The outside area where we had our breakfast had lots of space with a table and chairs a d a chair swing to the side which was nice to relax on and for pics. Indika offered helpful additional services like a driver for transfers which we took him up on for a reasonable price. During one transfer we saw the Dyaluma water falls with a guide and other sites which he arranged for us. The location is really good, being a 5 min walk from the main Ella centre, though you have to be reasonably fit and mobile as the path is very rough in parts...but was fine for us. Besides the short cut into town there is the little road up to the main road, where you can also find nice quieter restaurants and walking routes up to little Adam's peak and another to 9 Arches bridge. We had a great time here, thanks to our very attentive hosts!

Not a problem, but the jacuzzi in the bathroom was cold so not very useful, but if heated would be a nice feature.

This room and accompanying outside space is altogether very special. It is quiet, has views across to Ella Rock, and has an altogether lavish feel about it, as demonstrated by the presence of a private jacuzzi in the bathroom. Tharaka and her lovely little girl, Tavi, are delightful and provide a stunning breakfast on the patio outside the bedroom. It is a short and easy walk into the centre of town where there are many restaurants and cafes to suit all tastes. We cannot recommend this place highly enough.

Our only concern, which we couldn't possibly convey to Indika, the owner, was that on our second and last morning, he and his cleaner were rather intrusive in being around well before our breakfast time, much more than seemed necessary. Bearing in mind, both the bedroom and bathroom have glass walls, we felt a lack of privacy. This, plus him asking when we were checking out (we had no intention of overstaying his 10.00am time) and re-counting the notes, I had pointedly counted in front of him, came across as being unsubtly pushy. It's a minor criticism, but tainted our otherwise perfect stay. Indika needs to learn to remain charming and unintruisive to the very end, otherwise it comes across as him only being interested in a 10 out of 10 rating and wanting to move on to the next customers. I hope he can learn from this.

The Symbol of Ella is a perfect place to stay in Ella. Tucked away from the noise of the main high street, it is super comfortable and spacious. The room has a huge king bed and a lovely terrace with numerous seating and lighting options. Breakfast is incredible and large. Smoothies are some of the best I’ve ever tasted. And the host is so knowledgeable and helpful. Definitely recommend!

The hosts were incredibly nice, we got all we needed, they even had a little flashlight so you can find the way in the city. The apartment was very very clean and very well prepared although we booked spontaneously. The shower has good pressure and is hot, the breakfast was the best food I had during my whole Sri Lanka stay (10 days) even better than in restaurants and we had a lot of space there. The balcony has a roof so even if it‘s raining, you can sit outside.

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Indika and his family were the perfect hosts , it was our first time in Ella and they couldn’t have been more helpful. The place is beautiful photos don’t do it justice and the breakfast was fantastic. Being able to do a short cut down to the town was a bonus and then back to the tranquil house for relaxation. They really had thought of everything down to the finest detail, my husband caught a cold and cough while we were there and wanted a face mask for the taxi and sure enough there was a box of masks on the shelf!

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Very nice and clean room. They were on top of every little detail (e.g., they had an emergency kit, a flashlight, etc.). Breakfast was great and staff was very nice.

The room is charming, with lots of space, unique and beautifully decorated and wonderful hosts. There is a lovely outside sitting area and a nice jacuzzi bath. The place is perfectly clean and well stocked for any needs you may have. The breakfast was amazing, fantastic hoppers, the best we have had in Sri Lanka. Conveniently located close to town, but just far away that it is quiet and peaceful.

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Very lovely home which offers more than you ever dream of in Ella. Indika and his wife provide not only very delicious food, they also help to arrange transports or whatever you need. The very generous room is made with so much love in every beautiful detail. More than recommended, a wonderful experience

Everything. The room was beautifully decorated, with everything you may need. The bed was super comfortable and the breakfast was another level. Best breakfast and best room we have had in our trip in Sri Lanka. Indika, the owner, and his wife and super lovely. I was feeling a bit sick and they made me a tea for my stomach. Lovely lovely people and great place!

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