Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful surroundings
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Basic amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.03
The bathroom was not very clean and had mold issues.
Service
9.5
The staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming.
Location
8.54
Beautiful views but location is far from the city.
Room Quality
8.99
Rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable.
Amenities
8.52
Some amenities like a restaurant were missing.
Value for Money
8.48
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.03
Food was great but some breakfast options were basic.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall a pleasant stay with beautiful surroundings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 14:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Scenic Views

Eco-Friendly Boutique Style Property: Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Ella at Planters Bunglow, offering a unique eco-friendly experience. Each room features a cozy seating area, work desk, and a private bathroom with free toiletries, promising a comfortable stay.

Exciting Amenities and Activities: Indulge in a range of activities from cycling to hiking, or simply relax by the outdoor swimming pool and enjoy the garden views. With barbecue facilities, cooking classes, and water sports options, there's something for everyone.

Delightful Dining Options: Savor delicious meals at the in-house restaurant, unwind with a drink at the bar, or opt for room service for a private dining experience. Don't miss the chance to explore the nearby Rawana waterfalls and make memories to last a lifetime at Planters Bunglow.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 373 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.03
Service: 9.5
Location: 8.54
Room Quality: 8.99
Amenities: 8.52
Value for Money: 8.48
Food and Beverage: 9.03
Overall Experience: 9.3
J
Julien • family_with_children • fr
9
Great quiet place
Pros:

L’hôtel est situé dans une ancienne maison de planteur britannique. Bungalow signifie en fait maison ici. Quelques chambres dans l’ancienne maison , très agréables; et quelques chambres dans des parties récentes avec une superbe vue sur la vallée. Le personnel nombreux par rapport au nombre de chambres est très serviable et attentionné. La piscine est agréable en fin de journée. La salle de restaurant est également bien décorée avec un billard. Le jardin en terrasse est assez agréable également.

Cons:

L’hôtel est situé à 30 min de Ella (route de montagne) : l’avantage est qu’il est au calme loin de l’agitation du centre de Ella. Il y a une mosquée juste à côté que l’on entend vers 5 heures du matin. On s’y habitue … ou pas, Il vous en coûtera 7500 roupies , en passant par l’hôtel, pour un aller-retour en voiture pour y passer la soirée, ce qui est assez cher. Le petit déjeuner est bon mais compte tenu du nombre limité de chambre, il est imposé sans choix possible.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
J
Jennifer • extended_group • us
9
Lovely stay a short drive from the main part of Ella. Beautiful views and property. Spacious room
Pros:

Beautiful property and views. Very nice pool. The staff were friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Monkeys running on the metal roof at 6am.

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
A
Annett • family_with_children • de
9
Baumwipfel-Nest mit toller Aussicht
Pros:

Dieser Ausblick!! Wir haben es genossen. Und der Dschungel-Pool war auch sehr angenehm. Frühstück und Abendessen waren seeehr lecker. Das Personal war freundlich und hilfsbereit. Wir kommen gerne wieder - vielen Dank an alle!

Cons:

Nichts

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
D
Daphne • family_with_children • ch
10
Je recommande +++
Pros:

Hôtel charmant entouré d’une magnifique végétation.
Chambre spacieuse et très confortable.
Le personnel est adorable et au petit soin, vraiment TOP !
Merci et bravo, je recommande vivement.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • solo_traveller • au
7
Charming location. The staff are amazing and will do anything to make your stay comfortable. Very beutiful spot.
Pros:

Unique

Cons:

Rooms were dated

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
H
Henderson • family_with_children • ae
10
Paradise in the hills, the best breakfast, service and comfort. A must stay!
Pros:

Absolutely stunning location, a good 20 minutes from the centre of Ella but worth it for the peace and tranquility. Beautiful breakfast surrounded by wildlife and lush forest. Great accommodation, clean and comfortable and full of character.

Cons:

Nothing! It was fab.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
S
Sudipta • family_with_children • bd
6
Pros:

Room was big and clean

Cons:

No view from room, early morning chanting of monks and breakfast was subpar

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
S
Stephan • couple • de
10
Pros:

Traumhafte Lage, phantastischer Ausblick vom Zimmer, perfekter Service. Absolut empfehlenswert!

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
G
Gustav • family_with_children • se
9
Beautiful place and wonderful staff
Pros:

Fantastic staff

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
F
féthi • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

Très bel hôtel au calme
Très bon petit déjeuner
Personnel Très professionnel

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
C
Charlotte • family_with_children • fr
9
Un petit coin de paradis dans la verdure
Pros:

Hotel magnifique niché au sein d’un écrin de verdure. Personnel au petit soin et nourriture de très bonne qualité.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
P
Punit • extended_group • gb
10
Truly a memorable experience. The staff were incredibly hospitable
Pros:

Everything was perfect.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
Y
Ying Juan • couple • us
9
Pleasant stay
Pros:

Very friendly staff, especially the Manager Jagath. He pays attention to details and responds to your requests and needs. Location is generally quiet, except for one room facing the freeway, where you can hear some traffic. There is a religious ceremony every morning between 5-6 am, but my daughter said she slept through with no problems. The villa is well-maintained, and breakfast was lovely, with a great variety. We also had dinner once there, in a very pleasant environment.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
A
Andrew • couple • au
9
Wish we could have stayed longer.
Pros:

Absolutely stunning views to wake up to. Lovely staff and breakfasts.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
T
Tom Howe • family_with_children • gb
10
Wonderful haven
Pros:

Peaceful and beautiful surroundings. Greatly preferable to staying in Ella

Cons:

The rain but can hardly blame our hosts for that!

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
C
Catherine • couple • gb
8
Amazing setting but could improve the food
Pros:

The views were amazing

Cons:

The pool was freezing and the food variable

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
P
Paul • extended_group • au
10
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
A
Anna • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, out of the very busy Ella town. A calm peaceful oasis with stunning views over Ella Gap. We ate here both nights and the food was delicious.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
M
Martyna • family_with_children • pl
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
גולן • family_with_children • lk
9
נוף משגע במחיר טוב
Pros:

המלון נמצא במיקום מדהים מבחינת נוף
הצוות במלון ממש נחמד ועוזר בכל מה שצריך
האוכל ברמה גבוהה מאוד (אכלנו ארוחת בוקר וערב)
הבריכה מאוד נקייה

Cons:

המלון נמצא מתחת לכביש ככה ששומעים את כל המכוניות וגם שמענו את המקדש שליד בבוקר ככה שפחות אהבנו לקום מוקדם
הייתי מציע לבעל המלון לאטום את החדרים לרעש

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee