The Sunshine Ella

Hotels
8.6 (17 reviews)
Gatahawela Pathana, 3rd Mile Post, Passara Road , Ella , lk

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Tour desk
Car hire
Private check-in/check-out
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Fruits
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Guest room sealed after cleaning
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Kind and attentive service
Cons:
Noise from nearby road
Cleanliness issues noted

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
There were some comments about ants in the bathroom and general cleanliness concerns.
Service
9.15
Guests mentioned the kindness of the hosts and helpfulness with breakfast timing.
Location
9.15
Reviewers highlighted the great location with impressive mountain views and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.15
The bed was noted as comfortable, but overall room quality was not specifically mentioned.
Amenities
8.15
Basic amenities mentioned, but no specific positive or negative sentiment noted.
Value for Money
8.65
Value perception was generally positive due to included breakfast and scenic views.
Food and Beverage
9.15
Breakfast received high praise from multiple guests.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall experience reflected high satisfaction with location and service despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 13:28

Property Description

Breathtaking Views and Exceptional Hospitality
Discover Mountain Miracle, a hidden gem in Ella offering stunning views of the Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and lush gardens. Luxurious Accommodations await you with comfortable seating areas, private bathrooms, and complimentary toiletries. Unmatched Convenience with a 24-hour front desk, cash machine, dry cleaning services, and even a hairdresser on-site. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Ella with Exciting Activities like cycling and hiking just steps away. Book your stay now and experience the magic of Mountain Miracle.

Important information:

Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 17 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 9.15
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Emma couple gb
8
Pros:

The host was a lovely lady (sorry can't remember her name)
The balcony has an amazing view of the Ella Gap and partial view of the 9 arch bridge.
Comfortable bed, clean smelling bedding.
Great breakfast.

Cons:

Very low water pressure in bathroom-needs addressing.
No Wifi

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Kateryna couple tr
8
2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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Isabell couple de
10
Pros:

Typische Backpacker Unterkunft aber wunderschön!!

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Orestis couple cy
10
Pros:

The hosts have been lovely and extremely helpful throughout our stay. The breakfast was really nice.
Great location with a view of the nine arch bridge.

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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David couple es
9
Lugar ideal para desconectar
Pros:

La ubicación con impresionantes vistas a las montañas y la amabilidad de la propietaria

Cons:

La presión de agua un poco escasa

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
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Dagmara couple pl
8
Oceniam wysoko to zakwaterowanie.
Pros:

Właściciele byli bardzo pomocni. Gospodyni przygotowywała pyszne śniadania, dopasowując się z godziną podania. Wszystkie prośby były realizowane.

Cons:

Czasem było głośno przez osoby idące pod Nine Arche.

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
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Charline extended_group fr
9
Superbe
Pros:

Très bonne emplacement, la vue était magnifique, et l’hôte très gentille

Cons:

Beaucoup de fourmis dans la salle de bain et pas très bien isolé

2025-08-14 via Nuitee
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Sankeetha couple fr
7
2025-08-11 via Nuitee
Àngela couple es
9
Repetiría esta estancia en Ella
Pros:

Ubicación inmejorable, con mucha tranquilidad pese a ser lugar de paso para ir a ver los 9 Arch, se puede ir andando a visitarlos en una ruta de unos 5-10 minutos a pie.
Nos sorprendió favorablemente la terraza, la cual es un mirador excelente hacia el valle donde se encuentran los 9 Arch.
Anfitriona muy amable con excelente desayuno incluido en el precio.

2025-07-19 via Nuitee
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SzalmaKata solo_traveller hu
9
Pros:

The hosts were very kind, the breakfast was amazing, the bed is very comfortable, the terrace is with beautiful view 😍
The nine arch bridge is very close, the Little Adam's Peak also.

Cons:

The house is next to the road, sometimes tuktuks are noisy, but it is ok.

2025-07-06 via Nuitee
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Ealmeida86 with friends de
10
Amazing stay!
Pros:

Great location few minutes walking away from the bridge. The room is very clean and comfortable. The host an elderly lady was very nice to us! We really liked the breakfast she prepared. If you are looking for a place in Ella this one is great as you are next to the main attraction. We loved our stay!

2025-03-11 via Nuitee
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Rob_nijhof young couple nl
9
Superb
Pros:

We liked this homestay a lot. The location is perfect for trips to Ella Rock, the 9 Arch Bridge and the center of Ella is half an hour walk or tuktuk.
From the terrace you have great views of the valley and you can see the trains pass by. The breakfast was exceptional with fresh fruits, toast, omelets and coffee and tea. The bed is super comfy and has a musquito net. There is a kettle and tea. There are two lounge chairs on the terrace that are super comfy. Sometimes cute squirrels run by, great to observe.
The owners are amazing and very welcoming and friendly. We highly recommend this homestay in Ella.

Cons:

It gets noisy, a lot. Especially during daytime. The property is right next to the path leading to the 9 arch bridge, so lots of people and tuktuks pass by. The trains can also be heard. At night it's okay, but earplugs are recommended. The shower pressure should be looked at. These points however don't take away the great experience we had.

2025-02-08 via Nuitee
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Marie young couple it
4
Disappointing
Pros:

Nice view from the terrace

Cons:

I know it’s a low cost hotel, but we had other ones for a similar piece which were not as low quality as this one

When you take a shower, the WHOLE bathroom is flooded,
non of the plugs were working, so charging the phones was impossible
The WiFi didn’t work
The breakfast was not good at all
All the furniture was very cheap and didn’t seem clean

Since we booked a 3-nights stay, we decided to change the hotel after the first night.
We told the manager we’ll stay somewhere else, but will be anyway there to do the check out and of course the payment of the whole 3-day stay. After this the management started harassing and kept saying calling us over 10 times, trying to force us to cancel the reservation on booking (which is impossible when the stay has already started)

This was by far the poorest experience we had here in Sri Lanka. Even if you are on a budget, there are nicer places than this one

2024-08-08 via Nuitee
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Hughes young couple gb
8
Very good
Pros:

Location is peaceful but also not too far from town

Cons:

Very basic, but great value

2024-02-24 via Nuitee
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Matiss young couple lv
10
We really liked the property because it is outside the noise and rush of the city of Ella.
Pros:

Location is perfect because you can reach MiniAdams peak and NineArch bridge by foot.

2024-01-08 via Nuitee
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Andrzej young couple pl
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Perfect location. Incredibly hospitable owners. Great breakfast.
Highly recommended.

2023-03-21 via Nuitee
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Samaranayake young couple lk
10
Exceptional
2023-01-17 via Nuitee