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Featuring a garden and views of garden, Rainbow Sky Cottage is a recently renovated homestay located in Ella, 6.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. The property was built in 2021 and features accommodation with a terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

Rainbow sky cottage is a lovely family business. Fabulous views over the railway line and valley. You can scramble down to the track and turn right for Kital Ella, the small Ravana falls and Ella Rock. Turn left for Ella station, nine arch bridge, little adams peak etc. Beds are comfortable, food is excellent and showers are hot. Chandu will help with your logistics needs too. Service is top notch

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9.2
Superb
252 reviews
Price from
THB 994
per night

Situated in Ella, 7.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Cozy Cottage Ella features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 46 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

Hotel is located on a very spectacular location. The view from the room is breathtaking. The room was spacious and well maintained. Will recommend to everyone

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9
Superb
152 reviews
Price from
THB 1,840
per night

Avenra Cottage, a property with a garden and a terrace, is set in Ella, 1.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 1.5 km from Little Adam's Peak. This guest house offers free private parking, room service and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

It was just outside the Main Street in Ella, about a 10 minute walk but still has lots of restaurants near by. It was set back off the main road so we had some privacy. And right next to the path to 9 arches bridge

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9
Superb
127 reviews
Price from
THB 846
per night

Situated in Ella, 2.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 3Arch Eco Cottage Ella features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. Built in 2019, this 3-star hotel is within 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden and 1.3 km of Ella Railway Station. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

It was very clean and had great service! I arrived late and they got me a fresh fruit plate which I very much appreciated.

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9.1
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
THB 2,208
per night

Fair View Cottage has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. There is a private entrance at the country house for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

- Such a confortable room. Almost luxurious - Breakfast was 10/10 - Very arranging host, very responsive by text

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9.2
Superb
128 reviews
Price from
THB 1,840
per night

Offering a garden and mountain view, Saffron Eco Cottage is situated in Ella, 6.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 46 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The accommodation features free WiFi throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a family-friendly restaurant.

A great accommodation with a lot of attention to details. Also, very clean, the cleanest we’ve stayed at in Sri Lanka. The view is very beautiful. The breakfast very tasty. Also, the owners are extremely nice, they helped us with a lot of advices.

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9.8
Exceptional
156 reviews
Price from
THB 1,840
per night

Ella 100 View Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Ella, 6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 50 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 1.7 km from Ella Spice Garden. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, full-day security and free WiFi.

Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach. Ella 100 View Cottage has a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace.

The view over a waterfall from the room is stunning. Located away from the center so there are no crowds and noise of downtown but the walk there takes only 20 minutes, owner also offers tuk tuk rides for a lower rate. Meals are delicious (I tried dinner one day as well apart from breakfasts). The owner and his family are extremely kind and helpful.

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9.4
Superb
622 reviews
Price from
THB 883
per night

Featuring a garden and a terrace, Tea Cabins is located in Ella, a 18-minute walk from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. The property is situated 1.9 km from Ella Spice Garden and 2.4 km from Little Adam's Peak. The property provides a 24-hour front desk. Restaurant, free private parking, outdoor swimming pool and Free WiFi

One of the most exclusive accommodations in Sri Lanka at a very affordable price. They welcomed us with great love. Our accommodation is perfection itself. Beautiful view, private pool, bathtub. Wide a la carte dinner selection. For breakfast, you could also choose between traditional and Sri Lankan breakfast. I loved being here, I recommend it to everyone.

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9.4
Superb
274 reviews
Price from
THB 6,072
per night

Located 2.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 900 metres from Ella Spice Garden, Saddle Cottage features accommodation in Ella. Free WiFi is available.

Ella Rock is 1.8 km from Saddle Cottage, while Little Adam's Peak is 2.3 km away.

Owner is very friendly and offers superb service. The place itself is very clean and calm and offers a beautiful view. The best place I stayed during my Sri Lanka trip

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9.6
Exceptional
169 reviews
Price from
THB 994
per night

Situated within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Sudumal Cottage offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchen. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

Awesome . The lady was so nice and helpful.

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9.1
Superb
238 reviews
Price from
THB 618
per night

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  • Rainbow Sky Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 252 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of garden, Rainbow Sky Cottage is a recently renovated homestay located in Ella, 6.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Stunning view, beautiful owners, and family. Amazing food.

  • Cozy Cottage Ella
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 152 reviews

    Situated in Ella, 7.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Cozy Cottage Ella features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Great view and best noodles we had in our trip so far.

  • Avenra Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 127 reviews

    Avenra Cottage, a property with a garden and a terrace, is set in Ella, 1.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 1.5 km from Little Adam's Peak.

    Its calm place service is good. Owner is very friendly.

  • 3Arch Eco Cottage Ella
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 159 reviews

    Situated in Ella, 2.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 3Arch Eco Cottage Ella features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

    The location, the staff and the view from the room!

  • Fair View Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 128 reviews

    Fair View Cottage has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    the place is very nice, friendly, in the nature ...

  • Ella 100 View Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 622 reviews

    Ella 100 View Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Ella, 6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 50 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 1.7 km from Ella Spice Garden.

    View on to Ella, friendliness of staff, breakfast.

  • Sudumal Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 238 reviews

    Situated within 4.6 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Sudumal Cottage offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

    Everything was great. Best value for money in Ella town

  • Chamodya Home Stay
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 239 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, Chamodya Home Stay is located in Ella. Free WiFi access is available in the public areas of this country house. The accommodation will provide you with a seating area.

    Very good location with a sunrise view and by the walking path

These cottages in Ella have options with FREE cancellation

  • Black Bridge View Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Located in Ella, Black Bridge View Cottage provides a restaurant and river views, 7.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 46 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    Really nice private getaway if you want to have alone time. Amazing view and very nice hosts. They were helping with everything and super kind. Food was prepared for us and tea served. So it was truly nice experience!

  • Blue Heaven Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 22 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Blue Heaven Cottage features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    had a great stay, couldn't have been better, thank you

  • Green Cloud Villa
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 22 reviews

    Set just 5.1 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Green Cloud Villa features accommodation in Ella with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as free shuttle service.

    Große Unterkunft mit Terrasse und sehr liebevollen Leuten.

  • 49 White Cottage Ella
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 15 reviews

    Offering garden views, 49 White Cottage Ella in Ella features accommodation, free bikes, a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge.

    Clean and nice room Friendly and helpful staff Good location

  • Ella Blue Heaven Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 42 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Ella Blue Heaven Cottage provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Krásný výhled na vodopád,místo bylo kouzelné ,snídaně super

  • Dilshan Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 41 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Dilshan Cottage offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 1.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    The location is superb and breakfast is also delicious.

  • Ella Rock Grun Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Providing mountain views, Ella Rock Grun Cottage in Ella provides accommodation, a garden, a terrace, a restaurant and water sports facilities.

    Location is really good if you'd like to go to the Ella Rock. The view is also beautiful.

  • The Hobbit Cottage-Ella
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    The Hobbit Cottage-Ella, a property with a garden and a terrace, is situated in Ella, 5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, as well as 50 km from Horton Plains...

    Good and calm location. Our hosts were very friendly. Nice balcony

Travelling by car? These cottages in Ella offer free parking!

  • Ella Retreat Cottage for Nature Lovers
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 31 reviews

    Situated in Ella and only 7.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Retreat Cottage for Nature Lovers features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    The cottage is one of the best that we have stayed in.

  • Rock View Cottage
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 22 reviews

    Set in Ella in the Badulla District region with Ella Railway Station nearby, Rock View Cottage offers accommodation with free private parking.

    Fantastischer Blick & sehr freundliche Gastgeber

  • ELLA FREEDOM STAR COTTAGE
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 28 reviews

    Set in Ella in the Badulla District region, ELLA FREEDOM STAR COTTAGE features a terrace and sea views. With mountain views, this accommodation features a balcony.

    Nice and clean room, staff are very friendly best place to stay in Ella

  • Serene Cottage Ella
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 17 reviews

    Located within 5 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Ella, Serene Cottage Ella provides accommodation with seating area.

    Lovely place in nature. Walking distance to town. Nice View.

  • Racy Nature Cottage
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 59 reviews

    Located in Ella in the Badulla District region, Racy Nature Cottage has a balcony. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Beautiful view, tasty food, very kind and helpful host.

  • Astral Zone Cottage ELLA
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 95 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Astral Zone Cottage ELLA offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 7.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

    Quiet with a good view, very good food and very helpful owners.

  • sunlit cottage ella
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Offering garden views, sunlit cottage ella is an accommodation located in Ella, 6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 50 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    La gentillesse et l’accueil des hôtes La vue de la terrasse

  • Ella Silloam
    Free parking
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 69 reviews

    A recently renovated property, Ella Silloam is located in Ella near Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak and Ella Spice Garden.

    The host was adorable, the location is great and the view outstanding.

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Cottages that guests love in Ella

  • Avg. price/night: THB 1,104
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 141 reviews
    Such a cosy cabin with a splendid view ! Kasun and his family ensured that we had a nice stay. Also, the location is perfect as it is walking distance from Little Adams Peak, Nine Arch Bridge and restaurants.
    Sahodree
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: THB 5,704
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 150 reviews
    Experience tranquility and culinary delights at the Arawe Retreat. Nestled in a serene setting yet close to the city center, this charming hotel offers cozy accommodations, delicious cuisine, and exceptional service. Perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat with easy access to local attractions.
    Polina
    Group
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 199 reviews
    This is the best view of the 9 Arches Bridge you will find in Ella! Very cute and cosy wooden cottage. We loved our stay here and wish we could have stayed longer, our host was wonderful and served us a full breakfast in the morning. He also picked us up from the train in his tuktuk as well as took us in and out of town for dinner.
    Stephan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: THB 1,258.56
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 275 reviews
    Nice and cozy cottage, good for short stays, near city centre.
    Marcel
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 191 reviews
    Such a cute cozy mini cabin at the rooftop, with comfy beds and soft blankets 🤍🤍🤍 The wc and shower are top quality, very clean, and there is super nice hot water
    Ayse Ceren
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: THB 1,987.20
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 315 reviews
    Great location, cozy cottage. Best part is the breakfast, very delicious!
    Lars
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: THB 736
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 300 reviews
    Very cozy bungalows, calm, nice terrasse with a great breakfast served every morning. The host is very friendly and helpful, he helped me with the laundry and with the buses for my next destination. Also he responded to my questions quickly before my arrival.
    Darya
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: THB 2,774.72
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 269 reviews
    Ella Green Cottage is a charming getaway nestled amidst lush greenery. The cozy and well-maintained accommodations offer a peaceful retreat, perfect for relaxation. The scenic surroundings and warm hospitality of the staff enhance the overall experience. The caretaker Hari was a really good host, received us at Ella station, greeted us coffee upon arrival and helped us find some good places to eat around the city.
    Kaushik
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: THB 1,803.20
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 73 reviews
    The time here at yolo lovely cottage was amazing! The accommodation is beautiful, the view from the terrace is unbeatable and the bed is super cozy. The dinner and breakfast was super delicious and even if there are thousands of restaurants in ella, we couldn’t find a better place to eat than here! The hosts are so helpful caring, friendly and amazing and we are so happy to meet them! Thank you for the amazing time here in ella and this amazing stay at your place!
    Samira
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: THB 1,876.80
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 45 reviews
    Moksha is a cosy lil cabin situated away from the city. Overlooking a paddy field it is an eco-lodge that shares serenity. The property is maintained clean and tidy with a fully equipped 'cute' attached bathroom. The host is amiable and serves delicious meals on request. Loved our stay and will definitely go back.
    Senuri Jayasinghe
    Young couple