Taste the best of Ella

Savor the mountain flavors at Ella's vibrant cafes, from traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry with a view to cozy artisan bakeries and trendy restaurants along the scenic main street.

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Sri Lankan

Oak Ray La Ella Breeze

Passara Road, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Surrounded by the breathtaking central highlands, this serene mountain retreat features comfortable rooms, panoramic views, and warm hospitality, providing the perfect base for your scenic Ella adventures.

Panoramic views of the Ella mountain ranges offering a deeply aesthetic and moody backdrop for capturing high-resolution cinematic photography to feature in your Sri Lanka Hotel Magazine project.

Authentic Sri Lankan dining experiences that create a rich and vibrant culinary narrative to document across your extensive network of twenty-two travel blog sites.

Serene highland lounge areas that serve as an inspiring and quiet workspace to seamlessly review graphic design artboards and coordinate digital marketing campaigns for Xtream Digital.

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Sri Lankan

Ella Gap Hotel

Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Highway, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Nestled in the heart of Ella, this charming hotel offers spectacular views of the famous Ella Gap, a relaxing outdoor pool, and comfortable rooms for your mountain adventures.

Breathtaking sunrise views of the Ella Gap providing a cinematic and moody backdrop for capturing high-resolution photography to feature in your Sri Lanka Hotel Magazine project.

A central location offering a peaceful environment to review your graphic design portfolios and digital marketing campaigns while enjoying the cool mountain air and lush scenery.

Authentic Sri Lankan and international dining options served in an aesthetic setting, perfect for documenting vibrant culinary content for your professional travel blog and social media platforms.

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Farm-to-Table

Nine Skies Ella

Demodara Estate, Demodara, Ella 90000, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

This elegant colonial bungalow in Ella features five luxury bedrooms, a stunning infinity pool, and panoramic valley views, offering a refined hill country retreat for guests.

High-end all-inclusive dining with bespoke menus tailored to your preferences, featuring fresh organic produce from the estate and gourmet interpretations of traditional Sri Lankan classics.

Signature butler-service picnics arranged at the Demodara railway loop, providing an incredibly aesthetic and moody setting for capturing high-resolution photography of the passing hill country trains.

Exquisite garden high teas served on the sweeping lawn, offering a refined atmosphere for digital nomads to update travel blogs while overlooking the dramatic mountain landscapes.

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International

Ella Flower Garden Resort

3rd Mile Post, Passara Road, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka

7:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Offering breathtaking views of the Ella Gap, this charming resort features comforting Ceylon tea, scenic mountain chalets, and lush gardens perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Renowned for its comforting cups of warm Ceylon tea served with breathtaking views of the Ella Gap, making it a favorite morning or afternoon stop.

Authentic Sri Lankan rice and curry spreads, allowing guests to savor traditional flavors while surrounded by the stunning mountainous landscape.

A diverse selection of international meals and delectable breakfasts, perfect for fueling up before a long day of hiking the nearby trails.

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Sri Lankan

The View Ella

Kithalella, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Nestled in the Ella mountains, this warm resort offers unassuming balcony rooms, a relaxing outdoor pool, and spectacular panoramic views of the famous Ella Gap.

Authentic, homemade Sri Lankan breakfast spreads featuring fresh tropical fruits and traditional sweets, highly praised by guests enjoying the crisp mountain air.

Hearty, comforting dinners served at the in-house restaurant, providing the perfect warm meal after a long day of hiking up to Ella Rock.

Relaxing afternoon tea sessions on the expansive terrace, allowing guests to watch the iconic blue trains pass through the lush surrounding forests.

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Comfort Food

The Grand Peak Hotel Ella

Kitalella Road, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 11:30 PM

Perched high in the mist-shrouded Ella mountains, this boutique hideaway offers sweeping panoramic views, cozy accommodations, and effortless access to the region's iconic hiking trails.

Authentic Sri Lankan "Hill Country" breakfast spreads, featuring warm string hoppers, fresh coconut sambol, and sweet jaggery, perfect for fueling up before a hike.

Rich, freshly brewed single-origin Ceylon tea sourced directly from nearby Uva province tea estates, served alongside traditional local sweets in the afternoon.

Hearty, comforting international dinner options like pastas and grilled meats, ideal for unwinding after a long day of exploring Little Adam's Peak.

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Fusion

Chill Ville, View Point Hotel

6 Mile Post - Passara Road, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka

7:30 AM – 10:30 PM

Perched on a scenic ridge along the Passara Road, this boutique escape offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Ella Gap, luxury chalets, and a tranquil infinity pool.

Authentic Sri Lankan rice and curry made with highland vegetables and served in a traditional style with mountain views.

Gourmet fusion dishes that blend local ingredients with international techniques, perfect for a refined dinner after a day of hiking.

Refreshing tropical fruit juices and signature highland tea served at the open-air pavilion overlooking the valley.

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International

Morning Dew Boutique Hotel Ella

Wemulhena, Waterfall Rd, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka

6:30 AM – 11:00 PM

Nestled in the lush hills, this contemporary boutique hotel offers a stunning rooftop infinity pool, exceptional Sri Lankan dining, and panoramic views of Ella Rock.

Authentic Sri Lankan culinary experiences featuring local hill country spices and a signature four-course dinner option

Hearty, customized breakfasts served with panoramic mountain views or in-room for maximum comfort

Gourmet international dishes prepared with freshly sourced organic ingredients from the surrounding Uva province

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Sri Lankan Traditional

Zion View Ella Green Retreat

Waterfall Rd, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Nestled on a cliffside with panoramic mountain vistas, this serene retreat provides a tranquil setting for enjoying authentic Sri Lankan flavors and refreshing international favorites.

Traditional "Hoppers" and Egg Hoppers served for breakfast

Freshly baked homemade bread and tropical fruit jams

Authentic Sri Lankan Rice and Curry with a variety of local vegetable dishes

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Sri Lankan Fusion

EKHO Ella

Sandungama Road, Ella, Sri Lanka

6:30 AM – 10:30 PM

This upmarket mountainside sanctuary offers a refined dining experience featuring floor-to-ceiling glass walls that frame breathtaking, unobstructed views of the iconic Ella Gap.

Traditional Sri Lankan "Rice and Curry" platter with artisanal accompaniments

Freshly caught lagoon prawns with local herbs

Signature tea-infused desserts

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International Fusion

98 Acres Resort & Spa

Greenland Estate, Ella - Passara Rd, Ella, Sri Lanka

7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Perched on a scenic tea estate in Ella, this unique restaurant offers a sophisticated dining experience with breathtaking panoramic views of the famous Ella Gap.

Signature tea-infused dishes and cocktails

Authentic Sri Lankan rice and curry served with estate-grown spices

Grilled lake fish and premium local meats