Misty Hills Ella Resort

Hotels
8.6 (657 reviews)
Wellawaya Road, Ella , Ella , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Scenic views
Friendly staff
Great pool
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High pricing for food
Room maintenance needed

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Guests noted unclean rooms and issues like sticky floors and cockroaches, indicating a need for improvement.
Service
9.97
Numerous reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff, highlighting exceptional service.
Location
9.1
Many guests appreciated the scenic views and proximity to local attractions.
Room Quality
7.96
While some rooms were spacious with good views, there were complaints about cleanliness and maintenance.
Amenities
8.49
The pool and other amenities were positively received, but cleanliness affected overall perception.
Value for Money
8.45
Some reviews indicated that certain amenities were overpriced, while others felt it was a good value.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Complaints about food quality and pricing were noted, impacting overall satisfaction.
Overall Experience
9.06
Despite several issues, the overall sentiment leaned towards positive experiences, particularly regarding service and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 05:23

Property Description

Scenic Retreat in Ella

Luxurious Rooms with Stunning Views
Indulge in comfort with air-conditioned rooms, balconies, and minibars. Wake up to picturesque mountain views and enjoy modern amenities like an electric kettle and a sleek bathroom with free toiletries.

Exceptional Facilities and Services
Experience top-notch hospitality with a 24-hour front desk, a lush garden, and a charming terrace. Benefit from convenient services such as a tour desk, luggage storage, and complimentary parking during your stay.

Prime Location for Exploration
Conveniently situated near popular attractions, including the Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and Ella Railway Station, our resort offers easy access to must-see destinations. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience at Misty Hills Ella Resort.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 657 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 9.97
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 7.96
Amenities: 8.49
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 9.06
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Ceslovas solo_traveller lt
9
Pros:

Super vaizdas

Cons:

Reikalingas atnaujinimas

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Isis solo_traveller nl
9
Prachtig
Pros:

Prachtig uitzicht, we hadden een geweldige kamer upstage gekregen en heel erg genoten.
Top locatie ook, 2min tuktuk ride van de hoofdstraat af!

Cons:

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2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Gemma extended_group es
8
Very confortable and beatiful place, staff super nice, we really enjoy our stay!!
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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mohit solo_traveller in
1
Pros:

Poor eat poor staff

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Abid-housaine couple fr
3
Hôtel moyen, qui ne vaut pas son prix. Si j’avais pu choisir un autre hôtel, je l’aurais fait.
Pros:

Nous avons beaucoup aimé la piscine, la vue et la chambre. Le service de blanchisserie était également disponible, ce qui était vraiment pratique et appréciable !

Cons:

Nous n’avons pas du tout apprécié la cuisine, qui n’était vraiment pas bonne. Nous avons même retrouvé un cheveu dans notre plat, sans qu’un remplacement du plat ou une quelconque compensation ne nous soit proposé. Très décevant.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Carmen solo_traveller ch
9
Pros:

Frühstücksbuffet war sehr fein und grosse Auswahl. Pool sauber mit Liegen und Pooltüchern. Zimmer sehr gross und schön. Personal sehr freundlich.

Cons:

Etwas weit vom Zentrum und in der Nacht sehr dunkel zum gehen. Hotel bestellt jederzeit ein Tuktuk für 500 Rupis.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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580nadeeshar Friends getaway
2
Cheap behavior
Pros:

I am extremely disappointed by the receptionist 's rude and & unprofessional behavior.When a client asked to repeat something they didn 't catch, that reception lady " Medhani "dismissively stated she only says things one time.Customers deserve basic respect ,not this kind og cheap behavior.Management needs to address this properly.

2026-08-06 via Tripadvisor
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Sjoerd solo_traveller nl
9
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Charles couple au
10
Pros:

Amazing view!!

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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V7008SPstephanw Friends getaway Australia
10
Authentic accommodation with a view
Pros:

The view - just wow. After driving through Elle, we hit a couple of really tight hairpin corners, the last of which dropped us at the foot of Misty Hills, a hotel perched on a rocky corner. We were warmly met on arrival by the lovely staff and offered a cooling towel and a refreshing juice. Check in was easy and before we knew it we had been escorted to our room and then wow again as we looked over the whole valley from our window. 

The room was quaint with a comfortable queen bed and tidy bathroom - all very clean and tidy. We booked a double deluxe room with Balcony which included daily breakfast.  The pool was a refreshing way to cool down and relax and that view was there again.

The staff were exceptional, extremely helpful and attentive and always with a lovely smile - this place was genuine both in the old creaky and soulful building that has evolved on the rock face and its wonderful staff - I definitely recommend this hotel and we will certainly be returning to Misty Hills when we next visit Ella.

2026-07-31 via Tripadvisor
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Yamuna family_with_children lk
1
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Charles family_with_children no
7
Nice hotel with fantastic views. Short drive to the main sights and city center
Pros:

Fantastic view of the valley, Ella Rock and Little Adams Peak. Both from the rooms and the pool/restaurant area of the hotel. Super friendly and service minded staff. Our room on the 6th floor was huge and clean. 5 min ride to both Ella centre and Rawanna falls with Tuk Tuk

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Jeroen couple nl
4
Teleurstellend
Pros:

Het uitzicht, de enige reden van ons verblijf. De bedden waren wel comfortabel en de kamer was schoon. Het personeel is heel erg vriendelijk.

Cons:

Het hotel is erg verouderd en in slechte staat. De douche was koud en her en der zit wat schimmel. Ook de faciliteiten zijn in verouderde staat. Het gehele hotel heeft een opknapbeurt nodig.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Praphul couple in
7
Mixed bag - great views, great staff; noisy location, basic rooms
Pros:

The View on two sides of the room - Ravana Ella mountain and valleys in front and the green hills on the other. The gurgling of a waterfall added to the experience
The Size - was large enough
The access from the elevator was convenient
The staff were very friendly and helpful

Cons:

The hotel is located along the main hill highway on a bend. Heavy vehicles tend to honk when navigating that bend. It becomes a nuisance at night.
The original building, in colonial style, is located on the 7th floor from the street...the rest of the floors are quick n easy concrete 'boxes' constructed to create room and ancillary spaces - the charm is contrived thru artefacts.
The cost of shirodhara add-on was not detailed in the menu and turned out to be the same as the full-body massage!!!

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Heidi couple au
10
Pros:

Amazing views ! Set in a beautiful location close to everything. Big spacious rooms! The staff were so friendly as well very helpful with organising rides etc.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Bjm solo_traveller nl
9
Wij komen terug.
Pros:

Uitzicht op de vallei! Vriendelijke mensen.

Cons:

Zwembad was fris en veel kleiner dan op de foto. Restaurant was s'avonds leeg dus wij zijn ook uit eten gegaan.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Enikő couple hu
9
Nice place to stay
Pros:

We had a great stay! The mountain view was absolutely breathtaking, the breakfast was delicious, and the staff were incredibly kind and helpful. We had to leave very early in the morning, and they kindly prepared a fresh takeaway breakfast for us. Highly recommended!

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Chantal couple nl
10
Wat een geweldige plek!
Pros:

Wauw… Letterlijk alles was geweldig aan deze plek.
Het uitzicht, de kamer, het zwembad, het heerlijke bed, de onwijs lieve mensen die er werken en het plezier dat ze samen hadden tijdens hun werk. Het was zo’n warm verblijf dat ik bij aankomst op onze nieuwe plek echt even heb moeten acclimatiseren en een soort van heimwee voelde naar Misty Hills en Ella.

De communicatie van het hotel was top: wij hadden een taxi via hen vanaf het vliegveld en toen we daar stonden met de chauffeur kregen we eerst de manager van het hotel even aan de lijn, super persoonlijk. Het personeel heeft er duidelijk te zien zin in om samen te werken én zin om het je als gast naar je zin te maken. We hebben genoten van hun aanwezigheid, de praatjes en behulpzaamheid, het ontbijt (met omelet bar), de drankjes en menukaart aan het zwembad en het werkelijk waanzinnige uitzicht.

De kamer was perfect: groot, goede airco, een koelkast en het heerlijkste bed van de vakantie.

Wij hebben vanaf het hotel veel gelopen naar het centrum en vonden dit zelf goed te doen maar namen ook wel eens een Tuktuk of sprongen in de voorbij rijdende bus!

Istuthi!

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Natasha couple au
10
Serene accom tucked in a mountain
Pros:

Misty Hills Ella resort is an excellent resort that is close to Ella town for convenience, but also perfectly tucked in a mountain away from the hustle and bustle. The bedroom was very big and the bed was super comfortable and big! My partner who is very tall has never slept in a bed that fits his feet in, so he was very pleased to be staying at Misty Hills for 4 nights.

The pool and outdoor area was beautiful and was very enjoyable to hang out after doing a big hike in the morning.
One of the highlights was the breakfast buffet each morning. The food offering consisted of a variety of Sri Lankan food and Western foods and was different each morning! They have a chef who cooks you a fresh omelette even! The staff were exceptional, we felt so comfortable and cared for.

I defintely will be returning to Misty hills!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Grietje solo_traveller nl
10
Pros:

Heel leuk hotelletje met schitterend uitzicht!

Cons:

Niks

2026-07-15 via Nuitee