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Ella Eco Lodge

2.5 star property

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A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.
A wooden interior with two wicker chairs, a small table, and a red rug.
A wooden cabin with a rope bridge leading to a porch.
A wooden cabin with a single bed, a wooden floor, and a metal roof.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Waterfall Road, Ella, 999999
  • Place, Kinellan Tea Factory
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Nature Trail Ella
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Kital Ella Waterfall
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

A wooden room with a checkered bedspread, two pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and wooden walls.

Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Mountain View

A wooden cabin with a single bed, a wooden floor, and a metal roof.

Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Mountain View

A wooden cabin with a single bed, a wooden floor, and a metal roof.

Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ella

At Ella Eco Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care and Kinellan Tea Factory. .A day of pampering can include massages and Ayurvedic treatments. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Ella hotel include Nature Trail Ella and Nine Arches Bridge.

What's nearby

  • Kinellan Tea Factory - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nature Trail Ella - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kital Ella Waterfall - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Little Adam's Peak - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Nine Arches Bridge - 8 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Ella Railway Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Chill Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Barista - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪UFO - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪360 Ella - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Matey Hut - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ella Eco Lodge

As a guest of Ella Eco Lodge, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. The business-friendly Ella Eco Lodge also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a complimentary food/drink shopping service. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This Ella hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2014
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
Guest accommodation at Ella Eco Lodge offers free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: LKR 560 for adults and LKR 560 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2014
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ella Eco Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately LKR 560.00 for adults and from LKR 560.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: LKR 17000.00 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Ella Eco Lodge
Ella Eco
Ella Eco Lodge Ella
Ella Eco Lodge Hotel
Ella Eco Lodge Hotel Ella

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ella Eco Lodge?

Ella Eco Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Ella Eco Lodge?

Yep, Ella Eco Lodge has a free self car park, free valet parking and free extended parking.

Is there a spa on site at Ella Eco Lodge?

No, there is no spa at this property. Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care is a short 7-minute walk away.

What makes Ella Eco Lodge a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, premium bedding, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Ella Eco Lodge.

Is Ella Eco Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free food shopping service, laundry facilities and free infant beds, it's no surprise that Ella Eco Lodge is a winner with our family travellers.

Does Ella Eco Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is available daily from 6 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ella Eco Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ella Eco Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM. Check-out time is 1 PM.

Are pets allowed at Ella Eco Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Ella Eco Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 37 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ashen our fabulous host

A delightful stay and made memorable by the efforts of Ashen our host. He went above and beyond the call of duty in order to assist us in achieving the maximum in the minimum amount of time. From organising a cooking class to massages to organising a wonderful comfortable car and driver to get us from Ella to Kandy with a visit to nine bridges on our way.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die einfach eingerichtete, jedoch moderne Holzhütte war mitten am Hang in der Natur. Wir konnten jeden Tag den Balkon genießen und Affen, Pfauen, Eichhörnchen und Vögel in freier Wildbahn beobachten. Zudem war der Service von Ashien herausragend. Ein sehr netter und aufmerksamer Allrounder als Servicekraft. Die Lage ist abseits der lauten trubeligen inneren Ortslage, trotzdem ist diese wie auch der Bahnhof schnell zu Fuß erreichbar.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small and cozy

It's a really nice place and service is really courteous. Anytime again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Feels like an amazing tree house

The eco lodge is so cool, it is a simple wooden building with an amazing balcony. You feel like you are in a tree house! We had some of our best sleeps there, super comfy bed, very dark and you can hear all the birds and crickets etc. Very cool! The lodge feels secluded (which we liked) but it is only a couple of minites walk uphill from Ella main street so you kind of get the best of both. If you're more of a luxury hotel person you may not like it, but if you want something different this is a great place to stay. I really recommend eating at the lodge, we had breakfast and dinner served on the balcony and all the food was delicious and it was so lovely having the view of the trees. The service was great too. The host can help you arrange activities and day trips. I recommend you make sure uou get all info you need up front. We found it a bit tricky to get the info once we had arrived because the host was not there and it turned out we had misunderstood some of the excursions we had booked. They were still good but not what we thought they were going to be.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Abode in a tranquil, green rainforest surroundings

I absolutely loved staying @ Arana. Not far at all from the main street/intersection of Ella town,shops,restaurants,bus stop,train station etc. 5min walk down the hill then 4mins to the end of a driveway and down stairs into a beautiful, tranquil, green rainforest setting. Wonderfully hand built bungalow, tree house style rooms situated in the trees with awesome views of the valleys, mountain and green surroundings.Quiet and peaceful with options to practice yoga, meditate in a lovely hand built hut nestled in the trees, participate in cooking classes and enjoy a delicious breakfast included each morning. Very friendly and helpful staff, happy to chat about yoga, Sri Lankan life, offering assistance with arranging tuk tuks, car transports, train, bus information, sight seeing information and activities. Anna and Sanka, the owners, were extremely accommodating, friendly, knowledgable, kind people who have created a fantastic natural environment to stay, lovely gardens, staff and a blissful energy. Highly recommend. I'll be back guys;)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfekt!

Helt perfekt lille hytte i skoven ved Ella. Perfekt placering, perfekt service, perfekt hytte. Det var meget autentisk og hyggeligt og Sambath var den bedste vært med personlig servering af morgenmad hver dag, tips til området og i det hele taget god stemning. Hytten ligger helt perfekt lige ned til den mest hippe gade i Ella. Klart anbefalelsesværdigt.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Speciel oplevelse i træhytte

Spændende hotel med 3 træhytter med altan ud mod skovområde med aber og hjorte. Der kan blive lidt køligt om natten/morgenen, men dynen var tilpas tyk. Der er en del larm om natten, især hvis dyr bevæger sig på blik-taget, men det er en del af oplevelsen. Ejeren (som ikke altid er der), taler flydende engelsk. Personen der passer hotellet taler lidt dårligt engelsk, og der var også lidt misforståelse med hvornår vi skulle have morgenmad første dag. Men han er super flink og gør alt hvad han kan på trods af manglende engelsk kundskaber. Og han laver en glimrende morgenmad.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Staff & service

Redelijk hotel.

Wij verder bij het treinstation opgehaald door de mensen van het hotel, helemaal top. De weg naar het hotel is echt super stijl. Ook de douche is de badkamer werkte heel slecht, lauw en een geel klein straaltje. Mensen zijn lief, maar wij zullen het verblijf niet aanraden...
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Leider nicht zu empfehlen

Die Anlage an sich ist wunderschön gelegen mitten im Grünen und doch nur 5 Minuten vom Ella Zentrum entfernt. Leider sind die Bungalow etwas in die Jahre gekommen und werden definitiv nicht gereinigt. Wir hatten Spinnweben mit toten Fliegen bei der Ankunft direkt am Lichtschalter im Bad die da schon länger hingen. Das Licht in Zimmer und Bad war viel zu dunkel. Abaolutes Nogo war aber dass die Bettwäsche total muffelig war und definitiv nicht gereinigt sondern lediglich ausgelüftet wird wenn neue Gäste kommen. In den drei Tagen wurde das Zimmer nicht geteinigt - nach frischem Toilettenpapier mussten wir fragen. Schade aber so kann ich die Anlage definitiv nicht weiterempfehlen. Wir sind einiges gewohnt und nicht anspruchsvoll aber das war selbst uns zu viel. Frühstück war aber sehr gut.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Melanie B

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

wenn man in der Natur schlafen möchte tiptop

Der Weg zur Eco Lodge ist eher schlecht beschildert, jedoch zu finden! Die Besitzerin spricht gut englisch, empfieng uns jedoch freundlich. Das Zimmer ist sehr einfach jedoch hat man dort was man braucht. Bei uns regnete es in allen drei Nächten in Strömen, an schlafen war deshalb aufgrund des Blechdaches kaum zu denken. Auch wegen der Tiere, welche eher laut sind in der Nacht, sollte man keine Schlafprobleme haben. Gegen die Mosqitos hat es ein Netz, was auch nötig ist! Das Frühstück wird auf den Balkon serviert und ist sehr herzlich (1'200Rupien pro Frühstück). Im grossen und ganzen waren wir jedoch zufrieden, trotz wenig schlaf.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful setting. Avoid it in the rainy season.

The setting in beautiful, and the location is excellent. However, the room was humid, damped and cold. The second night we found out that the rain enters the cabin and wets the bed. We couldn't reach the reception at night (it is a bit hard to reach in the dark). We did sleep as we could in a less humid part of the bed. The bed missed one of the sheets as well, so we had to sleep on top of the one provided (partially wet after the rain) and used the blanket as cover. It was a very unpleasant experience.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Fabien

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overbooked Facility

When arriving at the location the facility was overbooked. The room we booked was not available as other people occupied it. The owner has not informed us about this but promised to do a full refund of the booking when we called him at the location to explain our misencontment. The booking was not refunded and the full cost was debited. Fortunately for us there was another room (totally different from posting) that was available and where we could stay. For a hotel provider, this is totally unacceptable, you don't overbook a place as it could put you, as a traveller, in a lot of unnecessary trouble specially in a country where English is not the main language. The follow up service in regards to this issue did not meet the expectation set by owner. Would not recommend booking.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Bart

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This is not an eco lodge!

Don't be fooled by the name, this place has nothing to do with 'eco'. Sure, you sleep in nice huts on stilts, overlooking the jungle, but the amount of garbage surrounding the hut (much of which is dumped by the hotel staff) show the owners have little regard for nature. Prices are above-average of this type of accommodation in Sri Lanka, making it a poor value option.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Filip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of a kind experience

This was probably one of our most memorable sleepover in Sri Lanka, having the jungle right outside your bedroom window. This also means it can get noisy during the night from animals, so if you're a light sleeper make sure to bring some earplugs. Apart from that we really loved everything about this place; the proximity to bars/restaurants/cafés, waking distance to little Adams peak, hospitality of the owners and a great breakfast!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Kamer

Disliked: Staff & service

Hotel in shambles! Want refund

I was really looking forward to staying here however from the second we got here I knew there'd be issues. When we first arrived there was no sign of a reception, we were greeted by two kids (I say kids because they couldn't have been older than 12) who proceeded to show us to our rooms. When we got in we noticed there were no curtains over the windows so we had to hand towels to have any privacy. The internet never worked the whole time we were there and the mosquito net smelled of animal urine! The next day we tried to talk to someone for help-no one spoke English when I asked where he owner was, they replied "in Colombo" basically there was no one actually running this place except for some kids who definitely tried their best but this place needed an adult in charge! I'm so unhappy with my stay and want compensation for this dreadful experience. Do not stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice setting, have stayed in better

Setting was lovely , in the trees but it was raining and the tin roof was very loud. The owner lives away in Colombo so it took a while to check in and was a little disorganised - would have been better for local owner. There is also no reception so have to wander about before you find anyone for help. Bed was king size and comfy and bathroom good with nice balcony. Have stayed in better for value for money.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katharina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Cool sleep in a wooden hut

Nice wooden hut not too far from the main road but away from the noice. Breakfast was great but the family who run the place speak very little English. Unfortunately there was no hot water in the shower. But overall it was great. Big room, nice balcony to relax on with view into the jungle. Clean.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth the steep (seriously steep) walk up

Loved the Eco Lodge. Had a troupe of Monkeys playing in trees so could sit and enjoy watching. Better than seeing it on t.v.. Room was lovely and clean. Comfortable bed. Breakfast a little pricey and average but on the upside it reduces number of times you walk the seriously steep hill. I believe they offered cookery class with owners mum. Didn't do it but regret it now as I long for a good veg curry and a roti or two.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Treehouse

The Eco Lodge is terrific if you've come to Ella for the scenery and hiking (and why else would you come to Ella?) the rooms are log cabin style, with a large balcony looking into the treetops with mountains beyond. Wildlife spotting is easy - birds, bats, fireflies and monkeys all live in the trees - and you will get monkeys visiting for breakfast scraps. Beds were rustic but comfortable, bathroom clean and spacious. Energy saving lights in the bedroom, not placed near the bed meant the room was rather dim. However, having that treetop view from the balcony made up for any issues. Location: Waterfall Road is steep and narrow, and the Lodge is accessed via rocky steps and a wooden bridge - ideal for hikers, but not for anyone unstable on their feet. If you do hike to Ella Rock, turn left on Waterfall Road to access the railway line path rather than going into town and starting from the station. Ella Town is a short walk away, and has a good selection of cafes / bars to spend an evening in. Overall, a memorable experience in a beautiful setting and I wish we'd stayed a little longer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice experience for tree house

There is no insect in the tree house. It is really clean and impressive.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Yksi yö Ellassa

Nukuimme viidakon ääniä kuunnellen yhden yön tässä rauhallisessa, mutta lähellä ravintoloita sijaitsevassa guest housessa.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Patrícia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I payed and they told me it was full

i didnt stay there cause they told me they were full. it has been 21 days since that and they didnt refund me yet. Take care if you chose this place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended!

Amazing stay in the middle of the trees. Great to see the monkeys coming as we were having breakfast on the very big balcony! Very conveniently located: close to the centre of Ella, Little Adam's Peak, Ella Rock and the tea plantations; however you're in the middle of the forest. When we go back to Ella, we'll definitely stay there again. The owner Sampath is extremely friendly and helpful and the room is very good value for money.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Liked: Staff & service

Mal was anderes

Wir haben uns bei der Buchung von den Fotos leiten lassen, die Nacht in Ella aber keinesfalls bereut. Es ist natürlich weniger komfortabel, aber für eine Nacht definitiv mal eine tolle Sache. Das Hotel ist einfach eingerichtet, bietet aber jeden Komfort und liegt auch nicht einsam im nirgendwo, sondern ist von weiteren Hotels umgeben. DAs Frühstück war sehr umfangreich und wurde auf unserem Balkon serviert.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very nice, and quite secluded. Rooms are done in the valley and in separate little bungalows. Te monkeys had just come through and broken the wifi box, but the neighboring hotel let us borrow. Staff had some difficulty understanding English, but were very kind.