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Popular hotels in Ella

Discover well-known properties in Ella that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,165 hotels in Ella and price data was last updated on 30 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in Ella is $47/night.
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Ella-Wellawaya Road, Ella, Sri Lanka
Beach hotel near Nature Trail Ella This hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a meeting room, and dry cleaning. Change of towels is available on request. EKHO Ella offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
401 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
3rd Mile Post, Ella, Sri Lanka
Hotel in Ella with a restaurant and a bar This hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Ella Flower Garden Resort offers 27 accommodations. This Ella hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.6
Good
1301 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
4, Waterfall Road, Wemullahena, Ella, Sri Lanka
Hotel with free valet parking, near Kinellan Tea Factory This hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include 24-hour room service, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Hotel Onrock offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature MP3 docking stations and minibars. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 64-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
845 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
21/66, Passara Road, Ella, Ella, Sri Lanka
Bed & breakfast in Ella with free breakfast and a restaurant Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free bed & breakfast has concierge services and laundry facilities. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. 88th ELLA offers 18 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.2
Good
231 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
Kithalella Railway Station Road, Ella, Sri Lanka
Hotel with free breakfast, near Little Adam's Peak This hotel features a restaurant, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite. Change of towels is available on request. Ella Dream Catcher Resort offers 2 accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include desks. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Ella hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels, first-run movies, and pay movies. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and rice cookers. Microwaves, refrigerators, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
423 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Highway, Ella, Sri Lanka
Bed & breakfast in Ella with free breakfast and free valet parking This bed & breakfast features a restaurant, a rooftop terrace, and concierge services. Free breakfast (local cuisine), free WiFi in public areas, and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Country homes offers 6 accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Ella bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.8
Excellent
2316 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
Zion View Water Fall Road. Ella.Sri Lanka, Ella, Sri Lanka
Located in Ella, 4.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Zion View Ella Green Retreat provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a terrace and mountain views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. The rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. The private bathroom is equipped with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units include a safety deposit box. The breakfast offers buffet, continental or Asian options. Hakgala Botanical Garden is 49 km from Zion View Ella Green Retreat, while Horton Plains National Park is 50 km from the property. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 84 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
1721 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
No 75 Welimada Road, Haputale (Temple Road), Ella, Sri Lanka
Hotel in Haputhale with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant This hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk and a banquet hall are onsite. Olympus Plaza Hotel offers 42 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Haputhale hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
170 reviews
Location
15.3 km from city centre
Kitalella, Ella, Sri Lanka
Overlooking scenic nature, The Pinnacle Ella offers modern and tranquil accommodation with free WiFi access in its public areas. Set atop lush green mountains, it has a restaurant and provides free parking space nearby. Fitted with a large balcony, fan-cooled rooms come with tiled flooring, a clothes rack, sofa seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Rooms enjoy garden and mountain views, and include a private bathroom shower facility. At The Pinnacle Ella, guests may rent a car to explore the area and visit nearby attractions. Laundry and room service can also be arranged upon request. The in-house restaurant serves a tasty selection of local and western dishes, accompanied with spectacular views of lush green mountain tops. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is approximately 65 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
535 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
10 Mile Post,Uva Karandagolla,Srilanka, Ella, Sri Lanka
Hotel in Ella with an outdoor pool and a restaurant This hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business center, a children's pool, and concierge services are onsite. Planters Bungalow offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 21-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
823 reviews
Location
4.9 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Ella

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Ella including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Ella?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Ella is June ($19). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Ella is March ($90).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Ella?

The cheapest day to stay in Ella is Wednesday ($20). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $277.

How much is a hotel in Ella tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Ella tonight starting as low as $16, rising to an average cost of $131, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $40 for a 4-star hotel in Ella for tonight.

How much is a Ella hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Ella this weekend for as little as $30/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $30/night. For a 4-star hotel in Ella, the cheapest rate recently found was $55/night for this weekend.

Top-rated Ella hotels

Browse through properties in Ella that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 1,165 properties in Ella and data was last updated on 30 June 2025.
Some of the best Ella hotel options as decided by our users. Skim through hotel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
Peramas Ella, Wellawaya Road, Ella, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$49
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Ella, Sri Lanka

Discover affordable stays in Ella that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Ella can be found for as low as $13 per night. There is currently one property in Ella that can be booked for this price. Ella Sashen Hotel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Ella. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hotels available in Ella for the selected dates. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
Bandarawela Rd Kumdalwela, Ella, Sri Lanka
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$13
Avg. per night
Police Station Road, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$14
Avg. per night
Mahameuna Road, Kumbalwela, Bandarawela, Ella, Sri Lanka
2.9 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$14
Avg. per night
Ambagolla, Ella, Sri Lanka
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$15
Avg. per night
10th Mile Post, Ella /Karandagolla, Ella, Sri Lanka
5.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$16
Avg. per night
Polic Station Rd, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$25
Avg. per night
Abesiriya, Medapathana, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$26
Avg. per night
Kitalella, 200A, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$28
Avg. per night
Medapathana, Kithalella, Ella., Ella, Sri Lanka
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$28
Avg. per night
3rd Mile Post, Passara Road, Ella, Sri Lanka
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$30
Avg. per night
Temple Road, Kithalella, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$30
Avg. per night
Ella, Sri Lanka
2.1 km from city centre
$33
Avg. per night
Temple Road, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$35
Avg. per night
Rathnagiri Estate Road, Ella, Sri Lanka
1.6 km from city centre
Parking
$37
Avg. per night
Waterfall Road, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$37
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Ella

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Ella to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Ella at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2025.
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4 stars +
Ella-Wellawaya Road, Ella, Sri Lanka
3 stars
Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Highway, Ella, Sri Lanka

Other accommodations in Ella

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Zion View Water Fall Road. Ella.Sri Lanka, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$170
Avg. per night
Waterfall Rd, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$21
Avg. per night
Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Highway, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$54
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Ella

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About Ella

Surrounded by mist-covered tea plantations and cloud forests, Ella is a small town in the central highlands of Sri Lanka. It’s accessed along a magnificent train journey from Kandy and is a popular base for trekking, while it’s also home to one of the country’s most impressive architectural landmarks, the Nine Arch Bridge.

Things to do in Ella

For panoramic views across the southern plains of Sri Lanka, follow the hiking trail that leads to the lookout of Ella Rock. It’s particularly atmospheric in the early morning when a heavy mist blankets the area. Another popular trek nearby leads up Little Adam's Peak, which winds through tea plantations en route to its 1,141-metre-high summit.

An architectural highlight of Ella is the Nine Arch Bridge, a colonial-era viaduct bridge completed in 1921. It is located between the Ella and Demodara railway stations and was originally intended to be built with steel before the outbreak of World War I. With the relocation of steel for Britain’s war efforts, the local Ceylonese builders completed it with stone bricks and cement.

Nestled in the mountains west of Ella is Dowa Rajamaha Viharaya, a 2,000-year-old rock temple famed for its unfinished Buddha statue. This 12-metre-high rock carving is a striking example of Mahayana-style sculpture and legend tells that it was created by King Walagamba himself. Don’t miss the shrine room, which is decorated with Kandyan-era paintings depicting the Jataka tales.

Getting around Ella

Ella is just under two hours’ drive from Nuwara Eliya and 3.5 hours from Kandy. Colombo and Bandaranaike International Airport are a little under five hours away. Regular trains connect to the Ella railway station and the town is compact enough to explore on foot.

Facts about staying in Ella

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Ella to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 30 June 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Ella?

    1,321 reviews rated Morning Dew Boutique Hotel Ella with an average score of 8.3/10. It may also be worth looking into the Ella Mount Heaven, which received a rating of 7.6/10 from 12 reviews. Ella Planters Bungalow could also be a good option, with a score of 8.8/10 from 823 reviews.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Uva?

    In addition to Ella, travellers opt to visit Bandarawela when visiting Uva. Haputale is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Ella?

    In total, there are 1,165 hotels to choose from in Ella, compared to 2,349 properties in Uva.

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