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Located in Ella, Secret View Homestay Ella offers 4-star accommodation with private balconies. This homestay provides free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi. The homestay features mountain views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk. The units in the homestay are fitted with a kettle. Units are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and slippers, while certain units at the homestay also provide guests with a patio. At the homestay, all units include bed linen and towels. A selection of options including pancakes, fruits and juice is served for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the homestay. Demodara Nine Arch Bridge is 5.2 km from Secret View Homestay Ella, while Hakgala Botanical Garden is 49 km from the property. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 85 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Ella, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Asian, Breakfast to go

FREE private parking!


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Ella

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Martina
    Luxembourg Luxembourg
    Super nice place held by a nice Sri Lankan family. It has a really spectacular view on the surroundings, waking in the morning was magic. The hosts are super helpful and accommodating.
  • Kim
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Amazing view! Very helpfull and friendly host. Very good breakfast. Perfect place for exploring Ella. Very good price for what you get. Host was so friendly and helpfull with everything we asked. Couldnt have had a better stay here, truly perfect....
  • Alius
    Lithuania Lithuania
    The room is spacious enough, a large terrace with a great view of the mountains, hot water in the shower, free tea in the room.
  • Francesco
    Italy Italy
    The room is clean and has all the necessary Very nice view Good breakfast Hosts were very kind, helpful and available for anything we needed
  • Nicklas
    Germany Germany
    This was the best experience we had in Sri Lanka. The room is exactly as it looks in the picture with hot water for shower. But the view from the balcony/room is astonishing to the Ella rock, Adam’s pick as well as the Ravana waterfall (no need to...
  • Michelle
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Amazing hosts, very friendly and rooms are spacious and many extra’s are there for your convenience, even a small fridge which is filled! Homestay is a bit further from Ella center, but an adventurous walk alongside the train tracks will get you...
  • Natasha
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Amazing view from the hotel on the mountains and the waterfall. Breakfast is really good and you can enjoy the view meanwhile. Clean and large room with hot water, very friendly staff and family! The father drove me to Yala national park and also...
  • Ida
    Denmark Denmark
    The view was amazing. Be sure to book the upper floor rooms if available. A short walk from the city center, walking by the train tracks. Nice breakfast. They helped arranging transport and cooking class for us.
  • Joana
    Portugal Portugal
    Amazing views, especially for sunrise! Suranga is super nice and very helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable.
  • Larissa
    Germany Germany
    Beautiful homestay. Very nice family, they offered us pick up from and to the train station. Incredible view from the private terrace.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Secret View Homestay Ella
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

View

  • River view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Car hire
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Room service

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas

    General

    • Mosquito net
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Secret View Homestay Ella takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 23:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 05:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Secret View Homestay Ella in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Secret View Homestay Ella

    • Check-in at Secret View Homestay Ella is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Secret View Homestay Ella is 850 yards from the centre of Ella. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Secret View Homestay Ella may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Secret View Homestay Ella offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Bicycle rental
    • Yes, Secret View Homestay Ella is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Guests staying at Secret View Homestay Ella can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Vegetarian
      • Asian
      • Breakfast to go