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Holly House Homestay

Homestay

Waterfall Road

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$384

Includes taxes and charges

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$384

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Comfortable rooms
12 mentions

Initially we booked a non Ac room , but the owner offered us AC room for less am…

Very quiet area with easy access from the noisy center

Great location
10 mentions

Location near town Peaceful and room with good space Reasonable price

This is just a short walk from the Main Street and has great views from the room…

Clean rooms
10 mentions

The room was clean, spacious and comfortable, which we really appreciated

The room was very big and brand new, with small cosy corner with armchairs, huge…

Friendly staff
6 mentions

The owners are friendly, they live on the same floor, but there are 2 entrances …

Host was lovely, provided water (120 rupees) at the accommodation which was a gr…

Good value
6 mentions

superb place value for the money and very clean

The property was newly renovated and of very high standards, especially compared…

Free Wi‑Fi
1 mentions

WiFi was also good

Overview

Holly House Homestay, a property with a garden, is located in Ella, 48 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, 49 km from Horton Plains National Park, as well as 500 metres from Ella Spice Garden. The property features garden and city views, and is 4.6 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. Free private parking is available and the homestay also provides car hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. At the homestay, the units come with a desk. All units include a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms will provide you with a terrace and some have mountain views. At the homestay, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Ella Railway Station is 600 metres from the homestay, while Little Adam's Peak is 2.4 km away. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 84 km from Holly House Homestay.

Traveller reviews

K

Kajeepan

couple

May 30, 2026

10

Superb

Location near town Peaceful and room with good space Reasonable price

F

Francesco

solo_traveller

May 28, 2026

2

WiFi not working

D

Disha Satish

solo_traveller

May 28, 2026

10

We really loved the stay. Initially we booked a non Ac room , but the owner offered us AC room for less amount has it was available. The room was fantastic , it had a really big balcony with a great view. The owner was really nice , she helped us with everything.

K

Karina

couple

April 1, 2026

10

Everything

V

Vicki

couple

March 30, 2026

7

The room was clean, spacious and comfortable, which we really appreciated

K

katie

couple

March 15, 2026

10

We loved our stay in Ella. This is just a short walk from the Main Street and has great views from the rooms. Our room was extra spacious and very comfortable

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Lara

couple

March 9, 2026

10

Very quiet area with easy access from the noisy center. The owners are friendly, they live on the same floor, but there are 2 entrances possible (from inside or from the terrace - still in construction but access possible). The room was very big and brand new, with small cosy corner with armchairs, huge and super confy bed, clean and big bathroom and a small terrace.

A

Andew

extended_group

February 25, 2026

9

Great place, tucked just off but super close to the main road

Great location in Ella, yes up a steep little hill but absolutely fine - 5min walk. Host was lovely, provided water (120 rupees) at the accommodation which was a great touch. Lovely balcony for a chill in the morning. Room was clean and in good condition, toiletries provided (shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, soap). Air con all worked well. All in all a great stay.

M

Merve

couple

February 21, 2026

6

Weird owner/manager

Large, nicely decorated, clean, comfortable room. Location is central but you need to climb very steep road about 400m. Our driver didnt go up so we had to walk up with luggages.

H

Harm and Amber

couple

January 31, 2026

8

The weg erna toe is wat stijl, maar de kamer is erg schoon en modern met een mooi uitzicht!

The room is very tidy and modern!

N

Nina

couple

January 29, 2026

6

This is written with mixed feelings; overall, everything is good, location sublime, lovely balcony, great and spacious room, the cleanest room I have had after traveling for 4 weeks in Sri Lanka. But - I’m almost 100% that a prior guest had dragged in bed bugs 😳 not the owners fault. Only found bed bug nymphs on the couch not the bed. Owner was extremely fair and only charged the one night we slept there (we checked out because of it). So this place is a WIN if they eliminate the bed bugs. Check bed and couch for bed bugs at night before you go to sleep (when they are most active and out).

C

Cristian

couple

January 26, 2026

10

Perfectly

location about 5 minutes walk from the center. very hospitable owner, helped us every time we asked for help. The location also has a laundry and dryer, for a fee. Here we had the cleanest location in Sri Lanka. Quiet, separate exit to the balcony as well as exit to the enormous balcony on the 1st floor.

M

Milan

couple

January 25, 2026

10

superb place value for the money and very clean.

H

Hugo

couple

January 4, 2026

10

The property was newly renovated and of very high standards, especially compared to other options and given the price. The hosts showed us great hospitality during our stay. The location is very closely the Main Street, it is however a uphill walk, about 20-25m altitude gain from the Main Street.

C

Charlotte

couple

December 18, 2025

8

The accommodation is basic but great value for money. We appreciated the tea and coffee facilities in the ropm and the family arranged transport for us for the next destination. We also made use of the laundry service which was great. WiFi was also good!

M

Margaux

couple

December 9, 2025

9

The family is very nice, you have a fridge in the room, the room is big. Confortable bed. For the price it was perfect, there is no AC but honestly in Ella it’s ok because it’s cooler than other places in Sri Lanka !

E

Edgar

couple

November 27, 2025

10

The place was very clean, and the hosts were truly kind. Even when we had to end our stay earlier than planned, they handled it with a smile and even gave us a refund. The location is central and very convenient. Great value for the price — highly recommended

A

Alfiya

family_with_children

October 18, 2025

1

Biggest cockroach ever seen

We slip with a light because we see the biggest cockroach in our life, plus a lot ants and mosquitoes. Second day we wash with cold water. There is not even evening light in the room, not flexible shower. Constraction going on and baby screen since 6 am. I share window view picture with you… really go somewhere else

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Agata

solo_traveller

September 26, 2025

10

Great place in Ella

The room was very clean and nice. In good location although it might be difficult to get there in a car. There was a hairdryer and a kettle + tea and coffee. The owner was really nice. Very nice place. I highly recommend it.

C

Ching ting

solo_traveller

August 23, 2025

10

Comfortable convenience

😍Clean and tidy. 😍Responsive host. 😍good location: Ella is small town so 2mins walk you can arrive the main street, 7 mins walk to train station. close to spa and restaurant and bus station

Facilities

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

General

Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Garden, Terrace

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety features

Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests

Services

Car hire, Laundry

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 24 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe King Room

The spacious double room features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 28 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double Room with Balcony

The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 14 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Triple Room with Mountain View

The triple room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 3 guests 26 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 22:00
Check-outFrom 08:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printThis property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform 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. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 12:22 PM

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