Tunnel Gap Homestay

Hotels
8.9 (356 reviews)
02 Rathnagiriya Rd, Ella , Ella , lk

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Lovely staff
Great breakfast
Perfect location
Cons:
Room downgrade
Noise from external surroundings

Categories

Cleanliness
8.81
The rooms are very clean and comfortable.
Service
9.28
The staff is very lovely and the host was kind and helpful.
Location
9.32
Perfect location for everything; close to the high street and scenic views.
Room Quality
7.77
Some rooms felt like a downgrade; however, the first room was nice.
Amenities
8.8
Good breakfast and nice outdoor areas, though some amenities like WiFi were inconsistent.
Value for Money
8.76
Great value considering the location and service.
Food and Beverage
9.31
Breakfast was excellent and included a wide variety of items.
Overall Experience
9.18
Overall a lovely stay with some minor issues with room changes.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 14:00

Property Description

Convenient Location
Tunnel Gap Resort Ella is ideally situated only 500 meters from the Ella Railway Station, making it easily accessible for travelers. Nearby attractions like Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and Ella Rock are just a short distance away, offering guests the perfect opportunity to explore the beauty of Ella.

Modern Amenities
Each room at Tunnel Gap Resort Ella is equipped with a private bathroom, ensuring the comfort and privacy of every guest. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property, and rest assured with free private parking available on-site for added convenience.

Exceptional Service
With a 24-hour front desk, guests can enjoy peace of mind knowing that assistance is always just a call away. Whether it's a late check-in or travel inquiries, the dedicated staff at Tunnel Gap Resort Ella is committed to providing top-notch service for a memorable stay.

Book your stay at Tunnel Gap Resort Ella now for a delightful experience in Ella!

Important information:

Please note that the guests are requested to inform the arrival time beforehand.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 356 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.81
Service: 9.28
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 7.77
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 9.31
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Nathalie solo_traveller nl
10
Een mega aanrader!
Pros:

Wat een heerlijk verblijf hebben we hier gehad! Fijne aankomst, hele lieve gastvrouw en dochters. Waanzinnige plek, je bent zo lopend in het centrum. Top locatie. Ook in de buurt van theefabriek, little Adams peak en het treinstation van Ella en de nine arch bridge. Wij hebben alles lopend gedaan. Heerlijk ontbijt gehad. Fijne gesprekken, we kijken terug op een mooi verblijf in Ella! Beste van de hele vakantie!

Cons:

Niets, alles boven verwachting! Het was jammer om na vier nachten afscheid te moeten nemen. ♥️

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Laura solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

​We had such a wonderful stay here! The location in Ella is absolute perfection, but what truly makes this place special is the host. She is amazing and very friendly, and always ready to help with anything you need.

​A big bonus is that the property is entirely women-led, which creates such a welcoming and warm atmosphere.

If you choose to stay at the Tunnel Gap, male sure you don't miss the breakfasts (delicious!!) and the Cooking Class!H Hghly, highly recommended if you want to try authentic flavors!

f you love animals, you'll adore the garden. There are five adorable kittens roaming around, each one cuter than the last!

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Samuel couple gb
10
The perfect home stay.
Pros:

Amazing location, so close to railway station and city centre. Amazing host, so friendly and accommodating, helped us with visa extension. Breakfast was delicious and so fresh. Room was so comfortable and had an amazing nights sleep. Wish we could have stayed longer.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Dominik solo_traveller si
8
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Rebecca extended_group gb
9
A lovely family homestay with cooking lessons walking distance to Ella.
Pros:

So close to the centre of town but away from all the bustle. Surrounded by tea plantations. A lovely veranda to sit out on. Very friendly family with so many gorgeous cats, dogs and a kitten. Great cookery lesson.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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cyrielle family_with_children fr
10
Pros:

Super hôte !
Un accueil chaleureux dans un anglais parfait. Très agréable et aux petits soins.
Nous recommandons les yeux fermés (2adultes et un enfant de 10 ans)

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Jorijn family_with_children be
8
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Noemi solo_traveller es
9
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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maxime solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Quelle expérience extraordinaire que d'avoir séjourné chez Sudha ! Son accueil est exceptionnel et l'on se sent immédiatement comme à la maison.

Je recommande cet établissement à tous ceux qui passent par Kandy. Nous y retournerons sans la moindre hésitation.

Les lits sont très confortables et les petits-déjeuners sont délicieux, copieux et préparés avec beaucoup de soin, un régal!

Nous avons également beaucoup apprécié ses deux filles, qui sont vraiment adorables et ont contribué à rendre notre séjour encore plus agréable.

Nous avons été vraiment tristes de partir et regrettons de n'y être restés que trois nuits.

Un immense merci à Sudha pour sa gentillesse, sa disponibilité et sa générosité. Ce séjour restera l'un des plus beaux souvenirs de notre voyage au Sri Lanka.

Cons:

RIEN

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Jeroen extended_group be
10
A great place to stay !
Pros:

We truly enjoyed every minute in this homestay. Great base location for our 3 days in Ella ; quite, nice outdoor facilities, wonderful breakfast.....and Sudha (the owner) was the cherry on the pie ! What a warm welcome and hospitality troughout our stay. Definitely to recommend if you're looking for a true Sir Lankian experience

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Sacha family_with_children nl
10
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Maxwell solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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BRADY extended_group id
10
Awesome Stay
Pros:

Awesome authentic Ella stay at this place. Everything was awesome

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Martha extended_group gb
10
Beautifully Sri Lankan
Pros:

Our host Sudha was so lovely and welcoming. The location is perfect with beautiful views close enough to town. We did the cooking class too which I would highly recommend great food and lovely atmosphere cooking with a Sri Lankan family.

Cons:

All was good!

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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KAMI solo_traveller jp
9
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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sacha couple nl
10
Geweldig
Pros:

Super fijn verblijf gehad, Sudha is zo’n enorm lieve vrouw. Ze heeft heel erg goed voor ons gezorgd, we hebben lekker met haar gekletst en ze heeft ons kookles gegeven wat super leuk en erg lekker was! Ook heeft ze nog onze kleding gewassen, al met al een top verblijf, hele dikke aanraader!!!!

Cons:

Niks

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Alice couple fr
9
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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AUDE solo_traveller fr
10
Une belle rencontre
Pros:

L endroit est exceptionnel à deux pas des commerces, de la gare mais où le calme règne
L hôte est d une gentillesse exceptionnelle
Elle est toujours prête à vous aider
Les petits déjeuners sont gourmands, variés et authentiques
Le logement est sympa et on peut profiter pleinement d une terrasse couverte ombragée donnant sur un jardin et sur une plantation de thé
On peut même y apercevoir le fameux train Bleu
Si vous voulez découvrir Ella s est l'endroit idéal
C est une belle rencontre...❤️

Cons:

Rien

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Dylan couple au
10
Pros:

We staying in the tent and we had panoramic views of Ella, the beds were comfy and we had a dog friend we liked to call Susie. We celebrated new years with the family it was amazing

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Sara couple de
8
2026-04-15 via Nuitee