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Maleesha Homestay offers accommodations in Ella, 3.1 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. At the homestay, all units include a desk. There's a private bathroom with bidet and a hair dryer in each unit, along with free toiletries. At the homestay, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Continental and American breakfast options with pancakes, fruit, and juice are available daily at the homestay. Guests can go to the family-friendly restaurant, while packed lunches are also available. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at Maleesha Homestay. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class, Ella Train Station, and Little Adam's Peak.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Ella, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Asian, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
8.3
High score for Ella
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sarah
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Maleesha’s homestay offers a warm, traditional Sri Lankan experience. Her mother prepares delicious homemade breakfasts, and Maleesha is always helpful and responsive. The location is great—just a 5-8 minute walk from the center, offering a...
  • Valeria
    Italy Italy
    It feels like being home, very welcoming family. They were supportive with advices on the area and friendly. Plus, the breakfast was delicious!
  • Ivana
    Serbia Serbia
    Amazing big room with bathroom. Super clean & host was very welcoming and helpful. Breakfast is delicious and they will serve you at your desired time. Location is great too.
  • Tobias
    Austria Austria
    Stuff people were really friendly. Location was perfect, near to Ella where you can go drink something. Shopping etc. Breakfast was very good. The balcony was cool.
  • Ahmed
    Egypt Egypt
    Perfect location, friendly staff, excellent breakfast. Overall great experience
  • Elabbasy
    Egypt Egypt
    They have the best breakfast ever. Staff are really friendly
  • Shachar
    Israel Israel
    The hosts are very nice and kind, we came late at night because of the traffic and they were waiting for us with a lot of patience and smiling . the breakfast was delicious.
  • Kethaki
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Value for money. Friendly customer service and good testy breakfast. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  • Tamara
    Croatia Croatia
    The best breakfast! Maleesha and her family are really amazing. Everything was excellent
  • Kristin
    Germany Germany
    Maleesha and her mom are just the nicest hosts and people! We loved the little cozy wooden home during our stay in Ella. Breakfast was a 10/10 and you can do lots of activities in walking distance. We would definitely recommend this place!

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of Maleesha Homestay
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

FAQs about Maleesha Homestay

  • Guests staying at Maleesha Homestay can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Asian
    • American
  • Check-in at Maleesha Homestay is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Maleesha Homestay offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Bicycle rental
  • Maleesha Homestay is 1,300 feet from the center of Ella. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Maleesha Homestay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Maleesha Homestay has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1