Chanidu Homestay
Chanidu Homestay,Ella Halpe Road,Ella
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The owners were very friendly and have a tuktuk so took us to see various waterf…”
“Amazing family, very nice and helpful”
“Delicious breakfast”
“Amazing breakfast with a really nice view”
“Property was a 10 minute walk into Ella town so very convient (just beware of bi…”
“The location is also perfect, close to everything”
“The room was clean, with a fridge and coffee machine”
“The bed was very comfortable, breakfast was lovely, and the hosts were super fri…”
“Clean and spacious room with comfortable beds”
“The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained”
“Very good price with his Tuktuk”
“Great value for money - would stay again”
Overview
Set in Ella, within 3.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Chanidu Homestay offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property features mountain views and is 49 km from Horton Plains National Park and 500 metres from Ella Railway Station. Ella Rock is 4.4 km from the homestay. Featuring a private bathroom, units at the homestay also provide guests with free WiFi, while certain rooms will provide you with a terrace. The daily breakfast offers continental, Asian or vegetarian options. Ella Spice Garden is 1.3 km from the homestay, while Little Adam's Peak is 3.3 km away. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 85 km from Chanidu Homestay.
Traveller reviews
Molly
extended_group
May 1, 2026
Clean and spacious room with comfortable beds. Property was a 10 minute walk into Ella town so very convient (just beware of big hill to walk into town). The owners were very friendly and have a tuktuk so took us to see various waterfalls for a very reasonable price and even woke up early one morning to take us to little Adam’s peak at sunrise. They even helped us to organise our onward travel to Kandy
Alyssa
extended_group
March 30, 2026
“Beautiful view, delicious breakfast and helpful family ❤️”
Amazing family, very nice and helpful. Delicious breakfast. The men was very helpful, drove us to little Adam’s peak for sunset, pick us back up from 9 arch bridge. Another day he brought us to see waterfalls. Very good price with his Tuktuk. Thank you for your hospitality ❤️
Amed
couple
March 27, 2026
We had a wonderful stay. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff were very friendly and always ready to help. The location is also perfect, close to everything. Highly recommended!
Emma
extended_group
March 14, 2026
“Amazing view”
Amazing breakfast with a really nice view. Welcoming owners, that offered tuktuk drive and laundry.
Monika
family_with_children
February 21, 2026
Great location with a beautiful view over the valley and train passing by. The room was clean, with a fridge and coffee machine. Bathroom a bit old, but clean and with a bathtub. Breakfast was fantastic, the best we had in Sri Lanka ! The host couple went beyond needed ! Coffee, tea, lots of fruits, beautifully made eggs, tasty pancakes and a new curry with some soury pancakes every day! They were very friendly, arranged tuk tuks for us and transportation to new destination as well. Great value for money - would stay again.
Roisin
couple
February 16, 2026
The views here are absolutely incredible - in the jungle, you can even see the famous Kandy-Ella train pass by from the balcony. The bed was very comfortable, breakfast was lovely, and the hosts were super friendly and welcoming. The only small things to note are that the walls are quite thin and you can hear some cars from the road at night, which may be worth considering if you’re a light sleeper, although it didn’t bother us! Would stay again :)
Angel
couple
January 23, 2026
“Beautiful stay”
Nice family owned business. What I liked the most was the kindness and hospitality of the hosts with any doubt and request we had. A place to come back. 🙂
Angie
couple
January 19, 2026
“Amazing stay”
The room was clean, tidy and has all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The bed has a mosquito net, and there was a fridge and kettle for food and drinks. The most spectacular part of the property was the view - you can see the expanse of the valley and the trains that run by. It’s a short walk to town in a quiet area. The owners are incredibly kind, helpful and hospitable. Sugath arranged to take us to Diyaluma falls for a great price and even stopped along the way to buy us fruit. When the shop did not have the drink we wanted, he went out of his way to get it for us. Amazing hosts & highly recommend to stay with them!
donna
couple
January 4, 2026
We booked 2 rooms for 4 nights. The rooms are as the pictures show. New towels, clean good linen, mosquito net and a fan (we didn't use). We were also given a brand new matress that was delivered on our second day (It was very firm however I like it). The breakfasts were brought to us to have on our balcony (wow what a view, even saw the train pass by). The breakfasts were different each day and plentiful (we couldn't eat all that they provided). The family are really lovely, helpful, nothing is to much trouble. We WhatsApp messaged for communication and it was always answered quickly. Having the tuk tuk available to be dropped off/picked up was really useful. The property is close enough to walk into Ella which had plenty of restaurants and shops and the train station.
Mihaip86
extended_group
December 29, 2025
Overall great location, 10 min to train station and city center. Very peaceful, welcoming hosts. In our +3 weeks stay in Sri Lanka, we had many times issues with not having hot water. This wasn't the case with this accommodation. I recommend the accommodation.
Maria
couple
December 28, 2025
Nice location nice breakfast perfect view and the people very frindly
Viktor
couple
December 27, 2025
“Not the most relaxing experience”
The view is nice from the balcony and you have the breakfast there, which is pretty delicious.
Martina
extended_group
December 15, 2025
The owner is kind and very helpful, and the breakfast is rich and delicious. The view from the balcony is truly impressive.
Kavishka
couple
December 7, 2025
“The rooms are very clean and there is a stunning view in front of the room. The staff is very friendly...❤️”
Jacob
extended_group
November 27, 2025
“Definitely recommend”
Very kind hosts - helped us with a taxi, also collected us from town and the train station in the rain in his tuk tuk (for a small fee). Delicious breakfasts with an incredible view on the balcony. Also had laundry service.
Jesper
couple
November 23, 2025
Great and quiet location. Walkable to Ella centre 8 mins. Take a flashlight ;) Friendly owners helping with tuktuks and information. Nice view, could even see the train. Good breakfast with different food every day.
Marta Wilczek
family_with_children
November 17, 2025
The owner was very responsive and helpful, the room was good, the breakfast was very tasty, the view from the balcony was amazing. 10-15 min walk from the ella station.
Anna
extended_group
November 6, 2025
The view, close to centre, friendly host, good breakfast
PMc
family_with_children
August 12, 2025
“Peaceful Stay with Stunning Views Near Ella”
Simple yet well equipped rooms with stunning views and the soothing sounds of wildlife. A peaceful escape within walking distance of Ella’s lively streets and close to many local attractions.
Lea
couple
August 6, 2025
“We had a nice time! The breakfast was amazing & so was the view”
Facilities
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Deluxe Family Room
The family room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with mountain views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 3 beds.
Deluxe Family Suite
The family room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with mountain views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
This double room has a desk, a balcony, mountain views and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
This double room has a desk, a balcony, mountain views and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.
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