MOI Ella by DBI

Superb location with excellent staff and good amenities. Restaurant reception and all other staff very helpful and ready to help we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend them and visit again Enjoyed the rooftop sunrise

A great hotel in the hills close to Ella. The hotel is exactly as it shows on the Internet, the hot water worked, the AC worked, there was workable internet, the bed was comfortable, they served cold Beer and the restaurant food was good unfortunately I’ve found out that this is not automatic in Srilanka these days. There even was good driver accommodation The room was amazing overlooking the infinity pool. If you want spectacular views there is no area of the hotel that doesn’t have a view. They even have a viewing deck on the roof for sunrises and sunsets. We used the restaurant for all our meals and it really didn’t disappoint. Their Chicken Kottu was better than any that we’ve tried throughout Srilanka. Service was impeccable and the free driver quarters for my driver was apparently very decent and they offered a very good breakfast lunch and dinner for him. The internet was the best we had in all the 2 weeks touring.

A Wonderful Stay at MOI Hotel Ella – Truly Memorable! 🤗 We have just returned from a 2-night stay at MOI Hotel Ella, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. Everything was beyond our expectations, and we’d love to share a few highlights: 📍 Location Perfectly located with easy access to Ella town and nearby attractions, yet tucked away enough to offer peace and quiet with stunning views of the surrounding hills. Ideal for a relaxing getaway. 🙏 Warm Welcome & Service From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with herbal tea and delicious local bites, which were fresh and full of flavor. The staff were incredibly friendly and made us feel at home throughout our stay. A special mention goes to the General Manager, who was attentive, welcoming, and took the time to recommend activities in the area. 🍽 Food The food was absolutely delicious! While the menu isn’t overly large, the hotel focuses on seasonal ingredients and supports local farmers, which we really appreciated. You can taste the care and quality in every dish. 🛏 Room & Facilities Our room was clean, cozy, and offered breathtaking views of the Ella hills. One of the biggest highlights was the large swimming pool – not something you often find in this area – making it great for both couples and families with kids. 💬 Final Thoughts MOI Hotel Ella is a hidden gem and a place we would highly recommend to anyone visiting Ella. Whether you’re looking for a romantic escape or a relaxing family stay, this place has something special to offer. We can’t wait to come back again! 💚 Alena 🇨🇿& Damith 🇱🇰

The location of hotel is good, the staff is friendly. The view from rooms and hotels is superb. A great infinity pool. The place is at a distance from ella. The hotel.issurrounded by forest from all sides and this makes the place interesting.

Worth a rating 4 plus... very friendly staff Excellent swimming pool Enjoyable bar area Good breakfast The mangroves Gerry (spelling?) was very happy to engage in conversation and is very keen to ensure everyone enjoys the experience. All of the team are attentive and helpful

The hotel middle of the forest above the mountain with peace and amazing view and a 15minute to walk to the temple ....with great foods and staff , Since we arrived until we left Sahiru answered alll our questions helped us with a smile he is amazing ... The hotel should be among the city's attractions in the middle of

If you’re looking for a peaceful and tranquil stay then Moi Ella is the place! We had such a lovely & relaxing stay here. The staff were extremely welcoming and attentive, we were greeted with some tea and delicious coconut pancake on arrival which was just what we needed after a long drive. The breakfast and dinner was also amazing. The hotel offers 360 views of the beautiful hills and mountains of Ella, and you can even head up to the top floor to catch sunrise - we did this one morning and it was absolutely breathtaking!! If you’re looking to stay in/near Ella then you might want to find somewhere closer to the town as this hotel is about a 30 minute drive out of town so you’ll need transport. We didn’t mind though as we loved how peaceful and secluded the hotel was :)

This is not even close to a 4 star hotel. Dirty, desolate, outdated & in disrepair, I strongly recommend to avoid at all costs. The scenery is beautiful albeit a very remote location, so if you are looking for convenience to central attractions, this is not ideal. The accommodation looks nothing like what is advertised, there is no ambience whatsoever & is absolutely not worth the money charged. There was no choice but to eat in on our first & only night there but this lacked in quality & flavour. Overall, an incredibly disappointing experience.

Stunning hotel set high in the mountains offering amazing views. Staff were exceptionally polite and attentive. Room was reasonable size and offered balcony with incredible view over pool and mountains. Breakfast was very good and evening meal was good. The hotel is a little dated and disconnected but the vast pool, stunning views and great staff more than make up for its decor. They also helped book rail tickets which were proving a challenge so thank you.

This hotel is basic. No duvet in the room, apparently you have to request one. Nice welcome tea and some local snacks while waiting to check in but beware there are still mosquitoes around despite the cooler temperature. I got bitten twice whilst waiting to check in. I was put on the ground floor with a view of the car park which was disappointing given the incredible views on offer of Ella from the rooms higher up. They have a swimming pool from what I can tell is a bit cold! The omelette at breakfast was good and they found me some green tea when I asked for it. The buffet at dinner was ok and included slices of pizza. Staff were friendly and helpful. All in all I imagine this hotel offers great views but it is way too far out from the centre of Ella so if you plan to go into town in the evening you’re looking at paying around 5,000 rupees for a taxi to take you, wait there for you and bring you back. So unless you’re there for a specific reason I’d stay closer to all the shops and bars in town.