Guest houses Ella Willow Cottage  

13 Mar 2025

Our stay at this homestay in Ella was amazing! From the moment we arrived, Madu and his mother welcomed us with such warmth and kindness that we instantly felt at home. His mother, an absolute gem, was so loving with my little boy, Thiago. Watching her interact with him was heartwarming, and we felt truly cared for. One of the absolute highlights was the incredible dinner she prepared for us—easily one of the most delicious meals we had in Sri Lanka! Every bite was made with love, and we could taste the authenticity and tradition in her cooking. The location of the homestay is simply beautiful. While it’s not directly in the center of Ella, that only adds to its charm. We were surrounded by nature, with peacocks dancing gracefully, birds singing in the morning, and monks chanting in the evening, creating the most peaceful and enchanting atmosphere. On a practical note, the shower was the best I had in Sri Lanka—strong pressure and perfect temperature! And the internet was excellent! If you’re looking for a truly local, warm, and memorable stay, this homestay is the perfect choice. Thank you, Madu and your Mama Rani, for making our stay in Ella so special.

28 Feb 2025

They were so sweet and the breakfast (american) was the best we had in Sri Lanka, with smoothie, egg, champignons, spinach, sausages, toast, etc. They went to the garage with us with our broken TukTuk. One of the best guest houses. A quite area with bird sounds. With TukTuk it’s 5 minutes to town

14 Feb 2025

A very pleasant and comfortable cottage. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the terrace and yard. There were lots of birds to watch. Ella is a noisy and congested tourist town so we were glad we were staying a little out of town. Walking up to the main road at night is magical...lots of stars and an amazing view of the Buddhist Temple on the hill.

09 Feb 2025

I spent 3 nights at Willow Cottage and really liked it. Madu is always there to help (scooter rental, right to visit, bus...). As for his mother, she prepares very good lunches. The place is very nice and 3 minutes from the center of Ella.

21 Jan 2025

We had an amazing stay at Ella Willow Cottage. Located just a 30-minute walk from Ella town, the cottage is nestled in nature, offering a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The hosts, a lovely mother and son duo, made our stay even more special. While the mom doesn't speak English, her warm smile and willingness to help made us feel incredibly welcome. Her son, who speaks English, was always ready to assist, even offering tuk-tuk rides to take us wherever we wanted to go. The internet was fast and reliable, which was great for staying connected. Breakfast was a highlight—each day, they asked us what time we wanted it and what we'd like to have, and they prepared a delicious meal just for us. The cottage is the only one on the property at the moment, so you get a truly private and peaceful experience. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend Ella Willow Cottage to anyone looking for a tranquil getaway in Ella. The hospitality and natural surroundings make it a perfect place to unwind.

20 Jan 2025

The room was spacious and homely. The hosts were welcoming, helpful and catered to all our needs. The breakfast was generous and delicious, huge comfortable bed and hot shower. It is the perfect accommodation for those wanting a quiet stay away from the hustle and bustle of Ella- but still so doable to walk into town and even more so with a tuk tuk or scooter.

11 Dec 2024

Definitely one of the best homestay I ever stayed. No doubt in that. Everything about this place is awesome and great. It is a family run business, so they do it with so much love and effort. They even took me along with them for the local festival to get the local culture feel. And the host was kind enough to drop off at bus stop in early morning. Let me list out about what best things you will get here. 1️⃣ The host & his family is very friendly, caring and welcoming. They treated me like their family member and took really good care of. I am a solo female traveller, I can guarantee this place is so safe for anyone. 2️⃣ Next about the location, it is a cute cabin located in a natural surroundings. The Mountain View is awesome from the room as well as outside the cabin. If you a bird watcher, you will love this place. I saw so many beautiful birds, dancing peacock and peacock walking around the yard. It was wonderful for me as a nature lover. 3️⃣ You will get yummiest Srilankan breakfast, better than the restaurant taste. Home made and tasty. Aunty serve it with so much love and care. 4️⃣ So clean and neat always. They clean it everyday. 5️⃣ Facilities - You will get all the amenities & facilities that you will get in big urban city. Fastest WiFi I ever had in this Srilankan trip. Water purifier, Kettle, 24 hours hot water, Iron box, private Kitchen(to make tea, basic cooking etc) and there’s even a speaker if you want to chill with your friends. 6️⃣ Room is so spacious that easily 3 - 4 people can stay. 7️⃣ All these great options come with very reasonable price. Price is very cheaper, even lesser than some hostels. That’s all from me. I felt so happy that I chose this place to stay in Ella. This is the best in the town. Just go and experience it by yourself, you won’t regret it. 😄

11 Sep 2024

Great place to relax, I recommend it to everyone. I stayed for one night, the hosts are wonderful people, they met me, gave me tea. Very good breakfast, great room, hot water. Thank you for the welcome.

04 Sep 2024

It was great! Nice if you wish to spend a peaceful day, this is the place. For the most part, the owner is extremely friendly and helpful. Amazing breakfast!🍳

29 Aug 2024

Amazing view, best breakfast l had in sri Lanka comfy bed super nice hosts! Liked everything about the place