In the Badulla District, that’s part of the Uva Province in Sri Lanka, lies a small and charming town known as Ella. This region is attractive to tourists and nature lovers due to its luscious valleys and mountainsides featuring rich biodiversity. Several of Ella’s key attractions and things to do consist of Ella Rock to watch beautiful sunsets from its mountain peak, Little Adam’s Peak, which is worth the hike for the amazing views, and Ravana Falls to admire one of the widest waterfalls in the country. Planning a vacation soon and looking for comfy accommodation? While the place is bustling with some of the best hotels to stay, if you would prefer a homier experience, an Airbnb is your best bet. Continue reading to find out more about the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Ella, Sri Lanka.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 18, 2025.
1. Ella Retreat (from USD 90)
Have you ever fancied living in the midst of nature next to a waterfall? Well, then Ella Retreat beside the famous Kithal Ella Waterfalls is your best bet. This one-bedroom accommodation in Ella, Sri Lanka, is not a typical run-of-the-mill rental. The unique cottage is designed with natural elements such as stone, bamboo, wood, and leaves for it to blend seamlessly with its earthy surroundings.
Suited for two people, the Airbnb has a king-sized bed where you can rest after an eventful day of exploration. Fans and heaters are furnished inside to ensure a comfy stay all year round. Other modern amenities include an internet connection in this pet-friendly rental.
Housekeeping services along with free car parking facilities are available in this bed-and-breakfast. Guests can also lounge in the backyard and relax with a leisurely puff while roasting steak on the outdoor grill.
Top guest reviews
Host:
thank you danushka for being a nice hostthe staff were lovely and super helpfulour host was super helpful and took care of everythinggentle and attentive peopledanushka and the team are lovely and very helpful in every requestLocation:
location is very beautiful and close to naturethe location was very cool too you can see monkeys in the morningamazing place if you are looking for a more remote location with a semi luxury feelnice hiking tours possible around the location as wellwill definitely recommend this place and come back the next time i’m back at ellaCleanliness:
cosy and clean and hot water was greatthe place is spacious clean and well arranged for comfort and peaceful stay amidst natureRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
they had an electric heater and extra blankets ready for when it got cold at nightamazing stay the cottage is incredible the bathroom is definitely a highlightwe had breakfast brought to us in the morning which was very nicethe complimentary breakfast was delicious
2. Nimal Nest Inn (from USD 55)
Nimal Nest Inn is an elegant and spacious accommodation featuring a terrace where guests can relax and socialize. A few other neat features are its tastefully decorated rooms that come with mosquito nets for a good night’s rest. Some of its amenities include free parking on the premises for guests’ vehicles or rentals, laptop desk for working remotely, and a bedroom lock for privacy and security. The town is nearby, Ella Rock is 3.9 kilometers (2.4 miles) away, and Ravana Falls is 6.9 kilometers (4.3 miles) away.
Top guest reviews
Host:
nimal was a great hostnimal is a great hostthe friendliness and hospitality of the host was warm and welcomingnimal was a wonderful hospitable hostnimal is a super hostLocation:
the location is beautiful and the walk into ella is only 5/7 minutes along the train linenimal's place is in a really nice location for ellaa wonderful place with a fantastic breakfast each morning4km walk from town but it’s nice to be away from the traffic and noiseclose enough to ella main street but still nice & peacefulCleanliness:
clean and comfy room and nice bathroom with hot waterroom was clean & well made upthe place is clean and food is goodthe rooms were nice and cleanhis place is sparkling clean and he takes great pride in itRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
excellent amount of international power outlets and good wifi speedgreat views breakfast and dinnerthe views from the room and the terrace are absolutely beautifulwe had a very nice room with a beautiful view over the mountainsamazing views from the terrace and a great breakfast
3. Ella Mount guest room with views (from USD 55)
Ella’s beautiful and luscious mountains are best viewed from the balcony of this homey bed and breakfast accommodation. Its amenities are sparse, but guests will have access to basic essentials to stay clean and refreshed, WiFi access to surf the web, a delicious Sri Lankan breakfast, and home-cooked meals. Public transportation facilities are within earshot, Ella Rock is 3.9 kilometers (2.4 miles) away, and Ravana Falls is 6.9 kilometers (4.3 miles) away.
Top guest reviews
Host:
buddhi his mother and the staff were all really friendly and attentivebuddhi and the staff were super helpful and accommodatingbhuddi and his family are lovely and very kind people who do their best to helphe and his family are very friendly and kindexcellent host lovely filling breakfastLocation:
nicely located close to town and train stationplace is great location is a 5 minute walk to train station and towntheir location is perfectbuddhi's house is in perfect location in elllathe house has a lovely locationCleanliness:
the rooms are clean and simplethe place is clean and the bed comfortableroom was clean and big enoughthe room was very clean and tidyeverything is very clean and the communication with buddi or his family is very simpleRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
as highlight there you have the views from the balcony and the breakfast just amazingthe communal balcony and room for meals also had a wide view of the gap which was nicegreat place wonderful view delicious breakfastthere was a powerful fanthe view from the room was stunning - straight into ella gap
4. Ella Homestay with dawn views (from USD 42)
This charming private room is one of the cheap places to stay in Ella, Sri Lanka, and allows guests to get close and personal with the stunning natural surroundings. Furthermore, it’s affordable, featuring comfortable sun-drenched rooms with several handy conveniences. These include free parking on the premises for guests’ vehicles or rentals, WiFi access to go online, and a bedroom lock for added privacy and security. Public transportation facilities and the town are within close walking distance, Ella Rock is 3.7 kilometers (2.3 miles) away, and Ravana Falls is 6.8 kilometers (4.2 miles) away.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host was very helpfulhost is nice personexceptional nice and helpful hostthank you for your nice host dawn :ddawn was a great host always available for advice and cups of delicious teaLocation:
the location is perfecta cute 10m walk to townmost importantly the location is perfect distance from local attractionsthe location is great nice and peaceful just a short walk along the track into townthe room and bed are huge and you feel close to nature staying thereCleanliness:
the room was small but cleanthe rooms were very clean and comfortablethe place is cleandawn's place is amazing quite and cleanthe room and bathroom are spacious and clean and the bed is very comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
wonderful view and super breakfast is includedgood view from roombest part was the stunning view at the breakfast terracebeautiful view and very nice roomgreat view breakfast and host
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5. Bronze Room at Alpine Resort (from USD 61)
Couples, executives, and solo travelers looking for a feature-rich, tidy, and spacious accommodation can’t go wrong with the Alpine Resort. Its interiors are airy and tastefully decorated and should please most savvy travelers. Some of its amenities include free parking on the premises for guests’ vehicles or rentals, a bedroom lock for added privacy and security, and a washer to do the laundry. Public transportation facilities and the town center are in the immediate vicinity, Ella Rock is 3.9 kilometers (2.4 miles) away, and Ravana Falls is 6.9 kilometers (4.3 miles) away.
Top guest reviews
Host:
roshane was a lovely hostour host was helpful and professionalthe host was wonderful and made sure we had everything we neededthe hosts were very friendly and helpfulthe host is very friendly and quick to communicate withLocation:
the location is greatthe location is perfectwe were very comfortable at this locationthe property itself was only 15min walk into town or 5min drive so perfectly situatedwe stayed here for three nights because we loved the locationCleanliness:
it was clean and very comfortablethw bathroom is very clean and spacioisroom was hotel quality clean with fresh linen and towelsrooms were super clean and included a modern bathroom (inclthe rooms are nice new and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the wifi was the best wifi we have had in the entirety of sri lankaalpine resort has breathtaking views and you can have a wonderful breakfast enjoying those viewsgreat view over the hills especially when having breakfastgreat mountain view from the apartmentyou have a stunning view over the hills directly from your bed and terrace
6. Ella Bamboo cabana
Ella Bamboo cabana is near the town center and the mountains, giving you the best of both worlds. The upper floor is available that’s constructed from bamboo and wood, featuring a spacious balcony to enjoy dinner with amazing views. It comes with a private entrance for easy access, WiFi access to surf the web, and a bedroom lock for added privacy and security. Public transportation facilities are a stone’s throw away, Ella Rock is 5.3 kilometers (3.3 miles) away, and Ravana Falls is 8.4 kilometers (5.2 miles) away.
Ella, Uva Province, Sri Lanka
993 meters (0.7 ft) from Ravana's CaveAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
the staff that pop through are lovely and helpfulshehan the caretaker is very friendly & eager to helpthe host was really attentive to our needs and made us feel very welcomestaff are super helpful with anything you needthe host is happy to order it for youLocation:
the location is so beautifulthe location is greatthis location is incredible and truly uniquelocation is incredible an adventure of a life timelocation was great and only a 10 minute walk along the railway to the townCleanliness:
it was also very clean and well maintainedthe room was clean and comfortableit was scrupulously clean with modern fittings and well equippedit’s clean and tidy and the bed very comfortablethe room and bath is very clean with hot wather in the showerRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the waterfall view from the balcony having breakfast was amazingvery cosy with a fan confortable bed and an amazing balconyexcellent wifi solid amenities though the hot water wasn’t always working for methe breakfast and the view from the balcony is definitely the best part about this accommodationnice place with a fantastic breakfast and incredible view
7. The Onestar Homestay
The Onestar Homestay is a bed and breakfast that caters to solo travelers, couples, executives, and families. An elegant and sun-drenched double room featuring colorful bed covers and a balcony to enjoy amazing views of the natural surroundings is up for grabs. Some of its amenities include a private entrance for easy access, extra pillows and blankets for added comfort, and bedroom lock for added privacy and security. Public transportation facilities are nearby, Ella Rock is 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) away, and Ravana Falls is 8 kilometers (5 miles) away.
1.03 km (0.7 mi) from Ravana's Cave
8. Jayasekara's private room
Jayasekara’s charming and cozy private room will allure you with its lovely bamboo balcony and close proximity to nature. Its interiors are clean with plenty of space for smaller families and groups of travelers. Furthermore, it comes with a wealth of amenities such as a private entrance for easy access, extra pillows and blankets for added comfort, and free parking on the premises for your vehicle or rental. Public transportation facilities and the town are nearby, Ella Rock is 4.2 kilometers (2.6 miles) away, and Ravana Falls is 7.4 kilometers (4.6 miles) away.
Ella, Uva Province, Sri Lanka
656 meters (0.5 ft) from Ravana's Cave
9. Guesthouse with amazing sunrise view
Lucky guests who book into this affordable and secluded hilltop guesthouse will enjoy all the privacy and stunning views they could possibly imagine. The rooms feature large windows allowing sunlight to shower the space and a terrace to view the beautiful natural surroundings. There’s free parking on the premises for guests’ vehicles or rentals, a laptop desk for getting work done, and a delicious breakfast to start the day on a good note. Little Adam’s Peak is 1 kilometer (0.6 miles) away, Ella Rock is 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) away, and Ravana Falls is 7.1 kilometers (4.4 miles) away.
Sri Lanka
1.14 km (0.8 mi) from Ravana's CaveAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
great friendly host and beautiful placethe owner is very friendly and responsivesusantha was a fantastic host and made us feel very welcomesusantha is a welcoming host his kind dogs are lovely toosusa and his family are very friendly and helpful an the mom makes a great srilankan breakfastLocation:
great location just a short walk from central ellaten minutes walk from town so location is also greatloads of great places to eat within walking distancegreat location- close to mountains and town centreit's a nice walk from town and perfect location to get to the nine arch bridgeCleanliness:
simple and clean roomthe shower was warm and room cleanroom is fairly basic but comfortable and cleanthe place was spacious well equipped clean and comfortableit was clean and had everything we needed for our stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
additionally the wifi connection was greatview is great from the roombasic but comfy room with outstanding view of ella rockvery lovely room with a fantastic viewi especially liked having a tree in the room
10. Village View Homestay
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Ravana Falls and Ella Rock from the balcony of this cozy and comfortable Airbnb homestay in Ella, Sri Lanka. Furthermore, you’ll have a choice of Sri Lankan or Western breakfast options and have access to several amenities. These include a washer to do the laundry, WiFi access to surf the web, and the kitchen to prepare your favorite meals. The town is a short walk away, Ella Rock is 3.7 kilometers (2.3 miles) away, and Ravana Falls is 6.8 kilometers (4.2 miles) away.
Ella, Uva Province, Sri Lanka
1.05 km (0.7 mi) from Ravana's CaveAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
host is very helpfulthe host was very kind and helpfulruwan was a lovely hostruwan is a fantastic host and the accommodationis splendidruwan is a really kind hostLocation:
nice location near the railway stationgreat location just short walk to townlocation is very good few minutes walking to the centerreally great location and not in town so away from the hustle and bustlethe location is just a 5 minute walk from town and is very relaxed and quietCleanliness:
the accomodation is basic but clean and has everything you needthe bed was comfy and the bathroom cleanclean place with a fantastic viewRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there is no air conditioning but it's quite cooling at night with a fanlovely place fantastic views from the balcony and even better having ruwan's breakfastthe balcony outside the rooms and the view is so so peaceful and beautifulthe view from the room is awesomea lovely room and great view of the mountains
11. Ella upstairs master luxury suite
While most of the accommodations listed here are modest, there are also more upscale options such as this one. This is a recently built accommodation featuring a spacious balcony that offers guests wondrous views of the surroundings. Guest will have access to many handy conveniences such as a coffee maker to prepare delicious hot beverages, cable TV to watch entertaining shows, and air conditioning to stay cool during sweltering days. Little Adam’s Peak is 1.3 kilometers (0.8 miles) away, Ella Rock is 4.5 kilometers (2.8 miles) away, and Ravana Falls is 7.6 kilometers (4.7 miles) away.
Ella, Uva Province, Sri Lanka
899 meters (0.6 ft) from Ravana's CaveAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
good service the hoststaff are very helpfulthe attendant is very attentive and nicethe manager on site is attentive friendly and very helpfulvaruna the onsite support staff was simply amazingLocation:
the location is simply breathtakingbeautiful location and the young guy on site was a fantastic help during our staythis place is comfortably close to little adams peaka really comfortable and large place which is fairly newgreat help in local tips and 5 minute walk from the townCleanliness:
high standard clean rooms with semi outdoor bathroomthe room is clean and tidy and very comfortablethe apartment is stunning inside and spotlessly clean and tidythe room is spacious clean and comfortablethe place is very clean and nice with just 5 minsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
brilliant views and great breakfastsbeautiful breakfast and stunning scenic views from the balconythe rooms is great and the view from the balcony is incrediblesplendid view and nice breakfastexcellent view of ella gap and awesome bathroom
Cozy accommodations near nature
Enjoy a memorable getaway in Ella, Sri Lanka, by staying in one of the vacation rentals listed above that are cozy and usually feature a balcony or terrace to view the beautiful natural surroundings. Moreover, the majority of accommodations listed here are modest and offer a limited amount of amenities, but a few are luxurious and come with some nice extras.
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