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Ella Retreat Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Ella waterfront accommodations with kitchens

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Ella Retreat Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Ella. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and English breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and accommodations offer up nice touches like rainfall showerheads and Select Comfort beds with Egyptian cotton sheets.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Lounge area
The current price is $63
$74 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28

Room options

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A rustic wooden interior with a round table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

Ella Retreat Villa for Nature Lovers

  • Mountain view
  • 300 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, bedside lamps, and a fan.

Ella Retreat Glamping Tent - Nature Lovers

  • River view
  • 150 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A cozy attic bedroom with a bunk bed, wooden beams, and a skylight.

Ella Retreat Hotel Hillside Villa For Nature Lovers

  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Beennawatta, Galarawa, Rawana Ella, Ella, Badulla, 90020

What's nearby

  • Kital Ella Waterfall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ravana's Cave - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dhowa Rock Temple - 22 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Little Adam's Peak - 22 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Nine Arches Bridge - 25 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Ella Railway Station - 20 min drive
  • Haputale Railway Station - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chill Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪360 Ella - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barista - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Matey Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dream Café - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Ella Retreat Hotel

  • Ella Retreat Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Ella. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and English breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and accommodations offer up nice touches like rainfall showerheads and Select Comfort beds with Egyptian cotton sheets.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
1:00pm
CHECK-OUT
12:00pm

Property size

    • 2 units

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

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Ella Retreat Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Meals were delicious and freshly made, with breakfast brought to the room and lunch/dinner available on the terrace with scenic views. (6 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delicious, freshly made, and brought to the guests' villas or tents according to their wishes. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Charming, beautiful view, helpful staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

We really loved the stay and all the detailing of the room.. host had been amazing and shared all the information well in advance… It was so relaxing and thrilling experience to spare time with nature - experiencing water fall, birds chirping, rains, swinging breeze and many more things…!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room, clean and spacious, had a great sleep ! Staff was friendly and service impeccable.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location. Really fun room. The people who work there are wonderful, particularly Sri who is most solicitious
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely stay at Ella Retreat. The staff were friendly and welcoming, the room was clean and included a fridge, kettle, little cooktop and kitchen sink which was handy. We had one of the best breakfasts of our trip here - it was delicious and very generous with portions, with lots of options to choose from. Just look out for the monkeys who might pay you a visit with an eye for your food! Complimentary archery was fun, and we loved the rustic charm of the place. Please note that you can not park at the accommodation - they have a parking spot at the bottom of the hill and will cart you and your luggage up in a tuktuk (about a 5 min drive up a narrow, winding road).
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10/10 Exceptional

We really appreciate our star at this place. It is a unique place with a service with care and attention. We were able to relax in the nature. We took the cooking classes and it was a wonderful experience. Great food. Near the Waterfall. Peaceful and quiet environnement. Perfect for nature lover indeed !
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay with fantastic staff. A real back to nature experience in the hills. We stayed in a lovely lodge with fantastic scenery next to a waterfall and great food.
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10/10 Exceptional

Glamping tent is wonderful. Food prepared by Taniya was excellent. You have a waterfall very close
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10/10 Exceptional

100% recommend Ella Retreat!

Really enjoyed our stay at Ella Retreat. The glamping tent was ideal for us, spacious and comfortable, and the balcony overlooking the waterfall was amazing! The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, organising our (very tasty) meals, tuktuks and laundry.
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8/10 Very good

Amazing time at Ella Retreat, the staff were very friendly and attentive. The hotel is located a short drive away from Ella city, which is a bit sketchy at times heading up the mountain (but exhilarating). Being away with nature was great, be sure to visit the nearby waterfall!
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended

We had a winderful stay here. The staff aren incredible. The location is great to visit Ella (however if you have limited mobility i wouldnt recommend). The breakfast is wonderful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing setting. Extremely clean and very comfortable. Staff were absolutely amazing, couldn’t be more accommodating. Best experience so far in Sri Lanka.
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10/10 Exceptional

Gimhani, Niluka, Priyangika, and Kushan are exceptional staff members who made our experience truly memorable. Their warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail stood out. The overall experience with the place was absolutely amazing, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for outstanding service.
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10/10 Exceptional

This was my favorite place to stay in Sri Lanka! I wish I had booked more nights there. I stayed in the glamping tent, with fabulous views of a waterfall. The tent room was large and comfortable with a large outdoor deck. It had everything I needed - mini fridge, teapot, fan, rain gear. The WiFi was excellent. But the best part was the staff- all so kind and helpful. All meals were absolutely delicious!
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s a thrilling expression in the middle of the forest. A true reflection of the pictures, the villa was spacious, comfortable, and beautiful. Even though it’s in the middle of the forest, there were no mosquitos inside. The place was spotless. Sri, who looked after us, was very courteous and polite. Breakfast and dinner was also very delicious. A tuk tuk is needed to go to the main road, and it was arranged for us almost immediately whenever we needed it. Go for it!
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10/10 Exceptional

We had the BEST time at Ella Retreat! Sadly on 34 hours long but this hotel is seriously beautiful, better than the pictures. You need a head for heights on the (slightly hairy) tuk tuk ride up the mountain, but once you're there this is a haven that you simply cannot afford to miss on your trip to Sri Lanka. The location is mind-blowing, the rooms extremely nicely done and the food delicious. Amazing quality service, we were in WhatsApp communication for ages before arriving and they were super helpful. The team couldn't do enough for us, and slwere so friendly during our stay too Taking some fabulous memories of Ella Retreat home with us ♥️
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2/10 Poor

The staff were really annoying. On the first day, they kept coming to my room for every little detail, and I didn’t have any privacy. The next day, my breakfast was 40 minutes late. The bed was also not clean and had a strong, unpleasant smell from the anti-mosquito spray. The food was very basic as well. It was advertised as a “yoga and meditation retreat,” but when I asked about joining a yoga class, they said they would get back to me. I never received any confirmation. Considering the price and the quality of the experience, I would definitely not recommend this place.
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10/10 Exceptional

Small, friendly resort.

Ella Retreat is a small, hillside resort of about 4 or 5 units ranging from small villas to glamping tents. The villa had a lovely outdoor decking area with hammock. The tent, an outdoor bathroom and fabulous views of the waterfall. The rooms are clean and tidy but do expect insects ( and monkeys) as the resort is in the jungle. The staff are v friendly and you can pre order food to eat at your villa. Not suitable if you have mobility issues as the resort is built into the steep hillside. You can walk down the slope to the nearest waterfall but Ella itself is not really walking distance. You must arrive by tuk tuk as cars cannot get up the narrow, steep track . Transfer to the train station was complimentary and much appreciated. Would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Unique and wonderful experience

Highlight of our trip in Sri Lanka. We stayed in the romantic tent which has the view to waterfalls and it was amazing. The facilities were just like in pictures and everything was clean and well maintained. You also have all the necessities you need in the tent (minibar, slippers, hairdryer). However the best part was still the staff. They are there for you from the moment you arrive and you can reach them anytime via whatsapp whenever you need more drinks, tuktuk, food or anything. The breakfast is brought to your tent every morning according to your wishes and lunch/dinner is also available. Everything was delicious and freshly made for you and you get to eat your meals in terrace with the views. All in all it was such an amazing place and would highly recommend to anyone who wants to be in the nature but still 5-star-worthy served. Nothing to complain.
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10/10 Exceptional

What a place! Absolutely loved our time here.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay for nature lovers

Excellent stay at Ella Retreat! loved being so deep in nature and having the sound of the nearby waterfall. The staff were lovely and very helpful. Great spot for nature lovers.
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8/10 Very good

We had a great experience Ms Gimhani made our stay exceptional
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing time, even learnt how to cook too! Taniya was excellent in teaching us. Thank you for looking after us x
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10/10 Exceptional

unique experience