Rose Dale Guest Inn Ella

Hotels
9.5 (225 reviews)
Jayasiri Aluth Gedara, Kithalella , Ella , lk

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Family rooms
Laundry
Airport shuttle
Sauna
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful view
Friendly hosts
Good breakfast
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Location far from the center
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Some reviews mention cleanliness issues with the bathroom.
Service
10
Many guests praised the friendliness and helpfulness of the hosts.
Location
9.25
Some guests found the location far but enjoyed the serenity away from the busy center.
Room Quality
9.75
Rooms were described as nice with beautiful views.
Amenities
9.25
Standard amenities for this hotel tier, enhanced by good breakfast offering.
Value for Money
9.75
Given the service and views, many felt it was a good value.
Food and Beverage
9.75
Guests enjoyed the breakfast and found it very good.
Overall Experience
10
Overall positive feedback with a few caveats about cleanliness and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 13:59

Property Description

Stunning Mountain Views
Experience breathtaking mountain views from your balcony at Rose Dale Homestay Ella, located just 5.8 km from the iconic Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of a private entrance, 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, full-day security, and complimentary WiFi during your stay at our homestay.

Comfortable Living Spaces
Relax in well-equipped units featuring a desk, seating area, dining area, and cozy bed with quality linen and towels provided for a comfortable stay.

Book now to immerse yourself in the beauty of Hakgala Botanical Garden and explore the charm of Ella, with easy access to transportation hubs for a seamless travel experience.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 225 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 10
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 9.75
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 9.75
Food and Beverage: 9.75
Overall Experience: 10
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Kevin solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Very beautiful location. Sitting in the balcony watching the peacocks and other birds and animals was really relaxing. The rooms are lovely too, nice and clean and with everything you need. The hosts make the stay perfect. Very kind and friendly, helping with where to go and arranging things if needed. Finally breakfast was exceptional with delicious local food served on the balcony. Can't wait to visit again.

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Anne-Sophie family_with_children hr
10
Un lieu génial pour profiter d’Ella et ses environs !
Pros:

Magnifiques chambres d’hôte au cœur de la nature. Vue incroyable, super petit déjeuner et hôtes très prévenants et d’une grande gentillesse.

Cons:

Rien, tout était parfait !

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Marie-Sarah extended_group fr
9
Pros:

La vue et la gentillesse des hôtes

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Ruth solo_traveller be
10
Pros:

Het uitzicht van op het terras is prachtig, het ligt erg rustig, het ontbijt is voortreffelijk en wisselt dagelijks, de familie die het uitbaat is erg lief en hartelijk. We hebben volop genoten van ons verblijf en vonden het jammer om te vertrekken

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Marcos solo_traveller es
8
Pros:

Las vistas impresionantes!

Cons:

El camino era poco complicado

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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laatsch family_with_children nl
10
Pros:

We hebben het hier erg naar onze zin gehad. Prima kamers en een prachtig uitzicht. Familie heel vriendelijk en willen je overal bij helpen. Super lekker ontbijt! Wij vonden het heel leuk om over het spoor naar Ella te lopen. Bij Savory havens aan het spoor kun je verder prima eten.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Janine extended_group de
8
Pros:

Super Lage und wundervolle Aussicht, sehr nette und zuvorkommende Gastgeber, man hat sich wie zu Hause gefühlt

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Nebuloni family_with_children it
10
Un posto magnifico in cui alloggiare
Pros:

Vista incantevole, camere ampie e super pulite, dotate di tutto. L'accoglienza e l'attenzione per l'ospite sono uniche. Appena arrivate ci è stato offerto un thè con biscotti e frutta sulla nostra meravigliosa terrazza. Consiglio vivamente la cena cucinata sapientemente dalla mamma dell' host, il miglior Rice & curry. Host sempre disponibile a qualsiasi orario per organizzare gli spostamenti o dare consigli. È disponibile anche il servizio lavaggio vestiti, accurato anche questo. Posto indimenticabile

Cons:

Niente

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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s solo_traveller nl
10
Heerlijk verblijf!
Pros:

De eigenaren waren zo ontzettend lief, niets was teveel , kookte heerlijk voor ons en alles was zo schoon! Het appartement is prachtig en wat zo fijn was , is dat we heerlijk buiten konden zitten op het grote balkon met prachtig uitzicht. Het ontbijt was ook met veel liefde bereid! Het dorp was goed te bereiken via het treinspoor.

Cons:

Helemaal niets, echt een aanrader!

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Jan family_with_children cz
10
We enjoyed our stay with the kids a lot, thank you.
Pros:

First of all - the hosts were extremely sweet and helpful. The place is beautiful with a stunning mountain view. Perfectly clean room and delicious and varied breakfast prepared with care and love.

Cons:

The steep path to the main road might be inconvenient for some, but it's only a few minutes walk and a tuktuk is always available if needed :)

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Fabian family_with_children de
10
Little Paradise
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at Rose Dale Guest Inn in Ella and would highly recommend it!

The location is simply incredible. Surrounded by lush nature, it truly feels like staying in the middle of the jungle, with the most beautiful and relaxing sounds all around you. It is the perfect place to unwind while still being just a short ride from the lively center of Ella.

The breakfast was excellent, and we especially loved the fresh tropical fruits every morning. We also had dinner several times, which is lovingly prepared by the owner’s mother. Every meal was delicious and tasted homemade.

The host is exceptionally kind and responds to messages very quickly. She was always happy to help with our travel plans and gave us valuable advice throughout our stay.

If you enjoy hiking, this is an ideal place to stay. Many of Ella’s beautiful mountain trails are easily accessible, while the town center with its restaurants and cafés is still close by.

A truly unforgettable experience in Ella. We would definitely stay here again!

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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An-Katrien extended_group be
7
Pros:

Heel vriendelijk personeel, lekker ontbijt, mooie locatie

Cons:

De kamers zijn een wat verouderd

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple au
8
The access to the Ella railway tracks was a highlight and we were well taken care of by our hosts.
Pros:

The view from the verandah was exceptional as it looked out across the jungle around Ella. The short walk via the train tracks was fun and special too. The room was clean and the service from our hosts was warm and generous. We also loved the breakfasts each day which were included. The hosts are willing to help with transport and restaurant suggestions. We did laundry while there which was nice and easy. Breakfast was on the verandah was so awesome too!

Cons:

Nothing we didn't like.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Philippine couple fr
9
Pros:

La vue, le confort de la chambre / cuisine, le petit dej, les hôtes adorables et le calme du lieu

Cons:

Tous les commentaires en parlent mais c’est vraiment isolé. Nous sommes restés 3 nuits et avons dû faire les fameuses 20 minutes à pieds le long des rails au moins 4 fois par jour, souvent de nuit, c’est faisable mais pas idéal. Et les restaurants situés à quelques minutes de la guesthouse étaient tous fermés quand nous y étions donc pas d’option proche.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Natalie extended_group gb
10
Lovely accommodation and family, would stay again!
Pros:

The family who run this property are so lovely. They were so accommodating and also made a great breakfast (while dad keeps the monkeys away so you can enjoy the food outside). The accommodation was perfect for us 4 adults and we had zero complaints. Nice 10-15 min stroll along the railway to the main area. It was so nice to be close to the main area but also feel like we were in the jungle almost with the views and sounds in this area.

Cons:

Tuk tuks struggle to get back up to the main road. No access for normal vehicles (just be aware when planning)

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Chloé couple fr
10
Parfait
Pros:

Une famille charmante, accueillante et au petit soin qui s’occupe de ce logement parfait : confort, calme, propre.
Excentré de la ville vous pourrez profiter d’une vue à couper de souffle et d’un calme incroyable. Pour vous rendre au centre : 15 min à pieds ou environ 800 RP en tuktuk

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Susan solo_traveller nl
10
Fantastische kamer, een aanrader!
Pros:

Wat een prachtige kamer! We hebben ontzettend genoten van dit verblijf, het beste in Sri Lanka tot nu toe. De kamer is nieuw, heel ruim en heeft een fantastisch uitzicht.
Tijdens een regenbui konden we droog op het terras blijven zitten door de overkapping.
Het ontbijt was iedere dag anders en heel uitgebreid en lekker.
De gastvrouw en haar ouders zijn ontzettend vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Ze kon goedkoop een tuktuk regelen naar verschillende activiteiten (tuktuks zijn in Ella centrum behoorlijk overprijsd) en had goede tips over bezoek aan een organische theeplantage en kookles dichtbij.
De weg ernaartoe is wat smal en heuvelachtig, maar te doen met een auto. Het laatste stukje moet je het spoor oversteken, maar we werden geholpen met onze koffers. Je kan over het spoor naar het centrum van Ella lopen binnen een kwartier.
Vlakbij langs het spoor zitten leuke kleinschalige restaurantjes met mooi uitzicht.

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Margaut couple fr
10
Quelques jours hors du temps
Pros:

Petit coin de paradis où nous avions la sensation d’être seules dans la jungle. Le balcon avec la vue, superbe.
Les hôtes sont extrêmement gentils et serviables. Le petit déjeuner typique était bon et copieux.

Cons:

Franchement rien à part quelques détails : loin du centre si vous souhaitez sortir plus facilement & en cas de grosse pluie la route n’est pas des plus aisées (c’est la la loi de la jungle 😉)

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Caroline Julia extended_group de
10
Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit dort und wurden bestens versorgt :)
Pros:

Tolle Aussicht, Lage direkt an den Schienen, super als Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen, in 15 min ist man in die town gelaufen und findet dort alles was man braucht. Die Familie ist sehr bemüht und geht auf alle Wünsche ein und ist gut erreichbar. Wir würden diese Unterkunft wieder buchen 😍

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Marian extended_group ee
10
Perfectly adorable home stay
Pros:

Perfectly adorable home stay. The family was very friendly and helpful. The location and the views from the room were unbelievably beautiful. The home is located next to the train tracks, so the easiest way to reach it is by walking along the tracks.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee