Pearl View Guesthouse

Name: Pearl View Guesthouse
Address: Medapathana Kitalella, Ella, lk

Location: Medapathana Kitalella, Ella, lk

Star Rating: 8.6 Stars

Property Type: Guest houses

About this Property

Convenient Location
Pearl View Guesthouse is conveniently located just 1.5 km from the bustling Ella city, offering a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle.

Scenic Views
Many rooms at Pearl View Guesthouse boast stunning views of the surrounding mountains or the lush garden, providing a picturesque backdrop for your stay.

Personalized Service
Enjoy the convenience of room service during your stay at Pearl View Guesthouse, ensuring that your needs are met promptly and efficiently.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Pearl View Guesthouse? Book now to secure your peaceful getaway near Ella city.

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.

Policies

Check-in: 12:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Tour desk
Ironing service
Car hire
Packed lunches
Currency exchange
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Concierge service
Kid meals
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Baby safety gates
Outdoor furniture
Fruits
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Physical distancing in dining areas
Key access
Food delivered to guest room
CCTV outside property
Process in place to check health of guests
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Face masks for guests available
24-hour security
Delivered food - securely covered
Cooking class
Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Private picnics
Japanese garden
Secured parking
Garage
Bicycle-friendly property
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle
Accessible train station shuttle
No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

Double Room with Mountain View

The spacious double room offers a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Bidet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Baby safety gates
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Hand sanitiser
Deluxe Family Room

The family room provides a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Bidet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Baby safety gates
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Window
- Hand sanitiser
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony & Ella Rock View

Guests will have a special experience as the double room offers a fireplace. The spacious double room provides a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Bidet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Baby safety gates
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Window
- Hand sanitiser
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony with Ella gap View with Free 24 hours Check-in & Check-out

This double room's special feature is the fireplace. The spacious double room provides a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Bidet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Baby safety gates
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Window
- Hand sanitiser
Deluxe Villa

Boasting a private entrance, this villa comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. The villa features soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Bidet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Baby safety gates
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Hand sanitiser
Standard Triple Room with Private Terrace

This room has a seating area, patio and dining area.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Bidet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Baby safety gates
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Window
- Hand sanitiser
Family Room with Balcony with Mountain View

The family room features a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Bidet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Baby safety gates
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Window
- Hand sanitiser
Family Room with Balcony & Mountain View

The family room offers a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Bidet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Baby safety gates
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Window
- Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

Ole (9/5): - Wir wurden mit Tee begrüßt und es gab sehr leckeres lokales Frühstück. Die Aussicht von der Veranda ist wunderschön, man kann den Sonnenaufgang genießen. Die Anreise war mit dem Taxi schwierig, da die Zufahrt sehr eng und teilweise steil ist. Es hat aber geklappt. Die Betten waren sehr kurz, ca. 1,70 m.
Junaid (8/5): Excellent view from the room. - Everything was great. The view from the room is breathtaking, you can have a clear view of the Ella rock from the balcony. The staffs were very cordial. The location is a little bit remote. Very difficult to reach by car, tuktuks are suitable for the road. Everytime you have to get on car to go to any nearby places (like restaurants, shops etc)
Kayleigh (8/5): Amazing view!! - Rooms were a nice size and all very clean. The stand out winner was the awesome view from the balcony as we stayed on the top floor. Breakfast was nice, all freshly made and plenty of it. Kids loved the swing in the balcony. Lovely for chilling in the morning watching the sun come up. It’s not a dislike but need to mention the hard wall up the steps to get to the property. You can get a tuktuk but they charge more because of the location. The walk wasn’t an issue for us but if you have mobility issues or struggle with steps you may want to look at another place.
Carl (9/5): - Place is incredibly quiet, the sunrise is amazing A bit far from the main road, but overall ok
Rebecca (6/5): - Great views, good breakfast Bathroom flooded and so the whole room feels quite damp - not an uncommon problem for the area it seems!
Spangenberg (10/5): - In den Zimmern mit Balkon ist die Aussicht grandios. Der Ausblick ist die Stufen wert. Gegen Aufpreis fährt der TukTuk Fahrer aber auch bis vor die Unterkunft. Ruhig und naturnah.
alicja2305 (8/5): - Very hospotable owners. Spacious rooms No A/C, some mould in rooms but generally ok. Fair price
Rajath (10/5): - The view from the hotel was absolutely beautiful. Peaceful atmosphere with neat and cozy rooms. Great place to relax and enjoy nature.
Rajath (10/5): - The view from the hotel was absolutely beautiful. Peaceful atmosphere with neat and cozy rooms. Great place to relax and enjoy nature.
Přemysl (10/5): - Everything was nice. Access only by Tuk Tuk but it's OK. Owners send Tuk Tuk for free to pick up our baggage
Kai (7/5): Beautiful location but needs some improvements for the price - The view from the balcony was amazing. The balcony was lovely and the beds looked lovely and were comfortable. The staff were very lovely. The room was basic with gaps in the wall and a window that didn’t shut in the bathroom. The toilet smelt and we had to ask for toilet roll. The shower wasn’t hot and the water pressure was very poor. The towels provided were small, thin and scratchy and you couldn’t dry them so they remained wet. Had to pay for water. The house is up on the hill and is inaccessible by car. A lot of the tuk tuks refuse to go up there (very steep and uneven track) and those that do charge 1500 sr rupees.
Kovari (9/5): -
Johanna (10/5): Great views, definitely recommend - When we arrived we had to move rooms two times, but the third room was great. Clean, very good view, very comfortable. The staff was very kind and helpful the whole time. It’s a little bit hard to reach on the very top of the mountain. It’s doable with a scooter or tuktuk, but not by car.
Boakes (10/5): Lovely family run property with beautiful views - They were very helpful with checking in and as we got lost they came and found us! Rooms were very clean and the patio area was lovely to sit and watch the wildlife and views. Breakfast was tasty and fresh. Laundry was done but given back to us damp so we had to dry in the tuktuk on route to next property. But they did give us a discount because of this.
Kelsey (8/5): Loved! - The view and the family hosting were amazing. Beautiful guests come along with the stay - like minded people 🙏 the rooms were huge, blankets and large balcony. Such a beautiful walk into town or there is a couple of nearby cafe/ restaurants with a good view too! No hot water as was quite cool in the room. Wouldn’t recommend if you are not mobile / good on your feet, a lot of steep hills. So beautiful overall though if capable !
Anne lise (10/5): - Tout était parfait
Alix (8/5): - Chambre sublime avec baies vitrées, balcon et vue incroyable Tout était propre, chambre spacieuse et bien équipée Un peu loin et compliqué d’accès par rapport au centre mais c’est le prix à payer pour avoir une vue aussi unique !
YULIYA (9/5): Gonna miss this place! - The most loveliest friendliest stuff I've ever met! The help us rent a bike, find us a taxi to another city. Great breakfast with a lot of fruits. Magnificent view to Ella's rock as well The room has a fridge, warm blankets, a kettle. Highly recommend! Water in shower was mostly warm, than hot
Michal (10/5): -
Michal (10/5): Very good value for money! - Probably one of the best views in all of Ella – just amazing! Super friendly host, very helpful with everything. Highly recommend! Hot water not always works
Montini (10/5): -
Martin (9/5): - Very nice hosts, tasty breakfast, pretty view. The location is on a very steep hill. The tuktuks want triple the price if they take you all the way up or you can climb the last 150m by yourself on steep stairs. Not terrible but be prepared.
Jacqueline (7/5): Value for money in a hideaway. - Nice rooms, beautiful scenery, very quiet and peaceful. The location of this property was like going off roading. The tuk tuks navigated the thin dirt roads amazingly and all part of the adventure. Staff were friendly and helpful. I found the beds incredibly hard. No top sheet but I’m sure if I asked they would have given me one. Shower was a little hit and miss with hot water.
Tatiana (10/5): Шикарные виды - Шикарнейшие виды с террасы отеля. На территории видели птиц, белок, ящериц. Персонал приветливый. Завтрак нормальный Надо учесть, что отель на холме , и до него ещё ряд ступенек. Нас в целом это не волновало, поэтому все было ок
Holly (9/5): Clean, good breakfast and beautiful view - Very clean, loved the view and swing, helpful staff Nothing
paolo (10/5): - Vista spettacolare, colazione abbondante, accogliente
youssef (10/5): Excellent - Gentillesse des propriétaires
Mariona (8/5): - Vistas espectaculares del Valle. Personal atento y desayuno muy completo. Para acceder al alojamiento con Tuk Tuk hay 2 caminos posibles, cada cual más difícil. La primera opción que te pone Google Maps es la más complicada y te lleva por una pendiente asfalto-tierra que ni los locales querían hacer. El segundo camino (que rodea la colina) no tiene tanta pendiente pero igualmente algunos locales se negaban a hacerlo o te pedían un suplemento para llevarte a la puerta. Si no querías pagar el extra te dejaban en la escalinata para que tú terminaras de subir más de 200 peldaños. Esto va como punto negativo porque desconocíamos la información descrita y nos hubiera gustado saberlo antes. No obstante, las vistas son espectaculares y seguramente repetiríamos el mismo alojamiento.
Marek (10/5): - Widok na wschody/zachody słońca, miła pomocna obsługa Utrudniony dojazd do apartamentu, duże przewyższenie, nie każdy Tuk Tuk chciał podjechać
nater (10/5): - The people who work very friendly 🌺❤️
Edoardo (7/5): -
Birgit (9/5): -
johannes (10/5): - Amazing view Nice spacious and clean room Extremely nice and helpful members of staff . Can be somewhat difficult to get to.
Indre (8/5): - Labai rami smagi vieta. Poilsis kūnui ir sielai. Pusryčiai super Wifi nereikia visiškai ir labai toli nuo civilizacijos. Iki centro paeiti yra ką veikti + gyvenamojo vieta yra labai aukštai kalnuose.
Guest (10/5): Sitio con vistas espectaculares para disfrutar de ella - Las vistas del sitio de las mejores de mi vida. Personal muy amable y todo muy limpio. Internet no iba bien.
BK (7/5): - Vista muito bonita. Sítio de difícil acesso. Acabamos por gastar bastante em transporte se quisermos ir à cidade. Internet muito fraca ou na maior parte das duas noites inexistente.
Lukas (10/5): Toller Aufenthalt bei einer sehr lieben Familie, die sich viel Mühe gibt. - Toller Ausblick und gute Lage. Sehr netter Service und ausgesprochen gutes Frühstück. Man kann den Berg zu Fuß runter in den Stadtkern gehen oder für 600LKR ein TukTuk nehmen.
Federico (5/5): - Camera ampia con bella veranda nel verde. La famiglia che gestisce molto gentile e a disposizione. Buona la colazione La struttura é lontana dal centro ma scomoda come posizione. Si deve prendere un tuk tuk per arrivare ma talvolta si prendono strade al limite della sicurezza. Il bagno completamente da rivedere.
MARTA (7/5): - El alojamiento está bien pero para llegar es complicado. Tuvimos que ayudar a empujar los tuk tuk por la cuesta. La furgo con la que íbamos no subía..
Elisa (10/5): Séjour magnifique - L’emplacement exceptionnel dans les hauteurs de Ella (difficile d’accès mais vaut le coup ++). Certaines chambres ont une vue à couper le souffle. Gentillesse des hôtes. Bon petit dej avec la vue. Rien
Jack (7/5): Lovely view and great room. Shame about the check in, but not the end of the world. - The room its self was very nice and the view surrounding the property was brilliant. The staff were helpful when it came to sorting taxis to Ella City Centre. It was good that breakfast was included. We arrived around 1310 (10mins after check in time) and was informed that our room was not ready and it will be another 30 minutes until it was. We realised this was not going to get done in half an hour as nobody entered the room whilst we were waiting. As a result we ventured into the city. I asked for the price of what a late check out would be to be taken off our final payment as I believed this was more than fair but any sort of compensation was nigh on impossible to gain. Whilst the breakfast was included I wouldn’t say it was anything special. It took a fair while to get served and on our second day we didn’t receive any tea or coffee with the breakfast and it also never filled us up. The location is further out that we thought and meant if we wanted to stay out in Ella later it was harder to get tuktuk back.
Annesofie (10/5): Helt fantastisk udsigt og super værelse - Helt fantastisk udsigt fra vores værelse. Stort værelse med egen balkon. Man kan ikke blive kørt helt op til hotellet, men man kan gå en genvej op af nogle trapper. Derfor lidt svært at få sin baggage derop.
Ali (8/5): I’m happy to be the first visitor from Bahrain to discover this hidden gem and enjoy its stunning and unique natural bea - From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warm hospitality and a lovely cup of tea. The adventure of reaching the guesthouse by tuk-tuk felt like a fun ride in an amusement park due to the bumpy roads — while some may see that as a downside, I found it incredibly enjoyable and it added a unique touch to the experience. The view is absolutely breathtaking! You’re surrounded by nature — lush trees, mountains, fruit plants, and the calming sounds of birds. At night, the sky turns pitch black, making the stars shine incredibly bright — a magical and unforgettable sight. Breakfast was delicious and offered a delightful mix of different dishes, definitely worth trying! There are insects around the area, so I recommend bringing insect repellent. It’s totally understandable though, considering the guesthouse is set in the heart of nature.
Sheryl (8/5): Lovely accomodation on a budget - Pearl View is in a pretty location...although most of Ella is beautiful!. The price is very attractive for budget conscious travellers. It was nice knowing we were supporting a local family by staying here. Tuk tuk driver's don't like coming to this property. It is located on a steep hill with some dirt tracks. We had to pay more to the driver's to consider coming here - not a massive deal considering tuk tuks are generally extremely cheap.
Suzanne0411 (9/5): Amazing stay - The view from the hotel is stunning, staff is very friendly and they do everything for their guests. Breakfast was wonderful and delicious and we even had dinner which was a lot of food and also very delicious. Our kids had a great time too. We liked everything, but location is a bit hard to reach and a bit further away from the center, but we knew this before we booked. You have two options in Ella: stay in the village without views or stay at a hotel like this with amazing mountain views. We took a tuktuk to go the village which is easy.
Paula (10/5): Exceptional -
Robert (10/5): Amazing view - Beautiful place, located on a hill.,The advantage of having a room there is absolutely amazing view on all sides. And the view is worth it👍 Owners incredibly nice and helpful. The breakfasts here were excellent. I definitely recommend this place.
Max (10/5): Exceptional - We booked a room with balcony, on the arrival they told us that the room with balcony is in renovation. We got a another room which was good as well.
Tim (9/5): Superb - Lovely owners, really helpful and nice quiet location with fabulous views!
Niamh (8/5): Very good -
Sarah (6/5): Incredible views facilities average. - Views were amazing. Rooms were average with threadbare towels and breakfast was ok.
Kate (6/5): Pleasant - Lovely staff and great views high above Ella. Simple rooms good size for family of 4.The staff were really helpful showing us the footpath back down to the main road (another 15mins walk down road to Ella). Be aware cars will not make it up the track to the guesthouse but if you contact them they will meet you with tuk tuk at the main road to bring you and your bags and drop you back down. Good breakfast.. It felt bit shabby with some repairs needed.
Roz (10/5): Beautiful guest house with spectacular views - Beautiful guest house in mountains.. breakfast was amazing! Rooms well appointed, clean & comfortable
Alexandru (5/5): Passable -
David (7/5): Beautiful place but out of the way and an adventure to find - Lovely location and the lads running the place were enthusiastic and determined to make the visit easy and enjoyable. Pearl View was out of town, therefore quiet and the views were spectacular. Pearl View was hard to find, poorly signed and the road leading up (from both directions) was something of an adventure both in regards of steepness and condition of the road especially with the poor signage making it something of a magical mystery tour. Ordered dinner at the property, for which they called for a take-away which took 2hrs to arrive by which time I'd given up!
Sophie (9/5): Amazing views, peaceful stay. Wonderful family. - Brilliant stay with a stunning view. Very good value and delicious breakfast. The family could not have been kinder. I accidentally left my bag on the train and they did everything they could to help. I will 100% be back to stay!
Christopher (9/5): Superb -
Natasha (10/5): Exceptional -
Barbara (9/5): Superb - We booked the Deluxe Double room with balcony. The room was very big with a great view. Bathroom was large, modern and clean. Location was good, always short tuk tuk ride anywhere. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. They picked us up from the train station. Classic breakfast, nothing special but good. Expect some stairs to the upper rooms. Also a staircase gives access to the main road. (Expect stairs anywhere in Ella)
Flash (7/5): Good - Amazing views, quiet location. Great family , very helpful. Comfy beds. It was really far from anything. Not great option for us,as mum can't walk far or on uneven terrain. So we struggled. Nearest restaurants are a fair challenge away, many many steep steps down , again this is for us. If you are sprightly and fine and like isolation you will love it. No free or "reasonable " shuttle into town. There and back costs 2-3000lkr... which adds up. Breakfast was meh... shower was not powerful at all so showering was almost as pleasant as a sponge wash at a festival. Blankets were not washed but aired ... not great!
Colman (9/5): A Pearl in the hills - Really nice family run Guesthouse. Stunning location on the Mountain side. Terrific welcome, with a lovely cup of Cinnamon tea. The breakfast was fantastic and enough for 2. Beautifully cut fresh fruit and freshly squeezed juice. With pancakes, Omelette and toast. Proper set up for the day. The walk to the town, literally only took me 18 minutes and I finer walk you would be hard pressed to find. Although I wouldn't fancy it going home in the dark. Tuk tuks are abundant and drivers are all reasonable.
David (7/5): Good - View is incredible. Rooms are simple, clean and similar to the pictures. Breakfast was very good and personnel is nice. Good to know: the accommodation is located on top of a hill in Ella and even with tuktuk you have to walk at least the last part of the way. Best option is to walk (~15-20min) till the city Centre when using the stairs. Reasonable fitness level advisable since the ~200 stairs are uneven and differ in height.
Khalil (10/5): Exceptional - We didn't realise at the beginning that there is a shortcut to this place so we did some morning cardio before arriving there, but once we realised there is a shortcut, we skipped the sporty part ..;) The place is fantastic! We stayed there as a family of 7 (different rooms) and all the rooms were clean and comfortable to stay. You can wash & hang your clothes as well. The view is breathtaking and the breakfast was just an extra bonus we appreciated a lot:) thank you everyone, we are hoping to be able to return one day:)
Sam (10/5): Home away from home with a stunning view. - Super helpful and caring family. An extremely comfortable stay with the most stunning view. Daddy’s breakfast omelette’s were so tasty. We felt very welcome. Thank you. It’s a little steep to get up the road however they are super helpful at arranging tuk tuks.
Ceinwen (10/5): Wonderful quiet locatiom just outside Ella. - Comfortable and a great view Nothing
Robert (8/5): Very good - Very friendly owners clean rooms comfortable beds good shower. Road access a little bumpy only tuc tuc could get there. Breakfast was a little cold however plenty to eat
Caroline (10/5): Exceptional -
Julie (10/5): Amazing!! Well worth the exercise to get up there!! - What a stunning place, the views were out of this world, and the room looked brand new with large panoramic windows showing the whole vista, the bathroom facilities were excellent. The breakfast was delicious, and staff were so helpful. Could do with a floor squeegee for bathroom floor for after showering.
Manuel (9/5): Wonderful adventurous view - If you're looking for accommodation that's a little out of the noisy centre of Ella, this is the place for you. The view of the mountains and deep into the valley is unique. It offers a quiet retreat and the hosts are very friendly and accommodating. We had consistently warm to hot water and wonderful sunrises. There was a brief power cut during our stay, but this was quickly rectified by power generators. The accommodation is very easy to reach by tuk-tuk and it is not suitable for walking from the centre. From the main road, a 150 metre long staircase, which is quite steep, leads up to the accommodation. A tuk-tuk to the stairs costs around 500 rupees. If you want to go directly to the accommodation by TukTuk, you will pay around 1000 rupees for the quite “adventurous” journey. Prices are slightly higher at night. The PickMe app only works to a limited extent in Ella, but you will find plenty of transport options on every corner. We had a very nice stay and are happy to recommend the accommodation to others. The rooms are a bit noisy and the wifi is not very good.
Petra (9/5): Superb - We had a wonderful two-night stay (two rooms). The owner was incredibly helpful, arranging for our rooms to be next to each other. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, with clean, comfy beds. The highlight was undoubtedly the stunning sunrise views of the mountains and Adam's Peak, often with a beautiful morning mist. The location was perfect—close enough to the center for convenience, yet far enough to enjoy peace and quiet after a busy day. The welcoming drinks, delicious breakfasts, and laundry service were all much appreciated. Highly recommend! The bathroom lacked hot water, and accessing the property proved challenging, requiring a tuk-tuk (though the owner helpfully arranged transport, especially considering our luggage).
Charlotte (7/5): The hosts are delightful and helpful. We were absolutely happy but we’re not happy with the linen on the bed and the la - The view was incredible. We had the top floor. A 5 minute walk from the road is steep but we enjoyed it but if it was raining would have been different. To get in by road is a lot longer and tricky for cars The location elevated up so high from the road could be difficult in wet weather. Fortunately when we hired a scooter we only need to go along the dirt road once and left it at the bottom of the steps up which is quicker.
Gabor (10/5): Exceptional -
Gabor (10/5): Exceptional -
Jessica (9/5): Superb -
Maria (8/5): Very good - That’s very nice hotel in on mountain surrounded by jungle. Staff was very helpful and nice. We had room on second floor so we got good view. Room was clean and had enough space. We were travelling by car and that’s almost impossible to drive direct to the hotel, it’s very steep and narrow way with turns. Tuk tuk usually bring you to the steps in jungle. It’s nice but also very steep way up, about 5-7 min climb. Water is warming by sun, so we had cold water because of raining few days. There wasn’t a mosquito net in our room (in other rooms I’ve seen them).
Yannik (10/5): Perfect place to Stay out of the city. - Highly recommend to stay in Ella.
Cathrine (9/5): Fabulous home stay. Family exceptional, very helpful with transport to bedrooms and to the town. - Views over the tree tops and the wildlife. Access to the bedrooms for those who had walking difficulty.
Karina (10/5): Exceptional -
Ben (7/5): Good - Lovely family, great stay up in the hills above Ella. A very Sri Lankan home stay that gives you everything you'd expect and lovely views.
Karina (10/5): Perfect place to stay outside from center - Quite location, comfortable bed room, amazing view. Great breakfast different everyday. Best to stay family and couple.
Nicolas (8/5): Very good - Guesthouse in nature : calm, wild surroundings. Clean. Good wifi. Quite difficult to access, even for local TukTuk which don't want to drive uphill.
Andrea (6/5): Pleasant - Nice location, a bit far away from the city. Staff is kind. I have got a completely different room than the one on the pictures and it was not really nice. Probably because I only stayed for a night.
Meabh (10/5): Pearl View Guest House - An Unforgettable Stay in Ella, Sri Lanka - If you’re looking for a truly exceptional experience in Ella, look no further than Pearl View Guest House. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that this place offers more than just a stay—it offers a genuine taste of Sri Lankan hospitality. The staff here are absolutely incredible. They were incredibly kind, attentive, and always went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Their warmth and generosity reflect the true spirit of Sri Lanka, and it really made our time here feel special. Our room was spacious, spotless, and thoughtfully designed, with every detail considered for a comfortable stay. It was so refreshing to return to such a clean and peaceful space after exploring the area. Now, the breakfast—what a treat! Fresh, delicious, and perfectly prepared, it was the ideal way to start each day. Whether it was a hearty Sri Lankan breakfast or lighter options, it was always satisfying and flavorful. But the highlight of this guest house is, without a doubt, the view. The vistas here are simply breathtaking—truly some of the best in all of Ella. From the terrace, you can enjoy panoramic views of lush greenery and rolling hills. The sunrise is particularly magical, bathing the landscape in golden light—it’s an experience you won’t forget. Although Pearl View is a little outside of the town center, this is actually a huge plus. It’s the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle, offering peace, tranquility, and an incredible connection with nature. The extra distance is well worth it for the stunning surroundings and the serene atmosphere. Overall, Pearl View Guest House exceeded all expectations. If you’re visiting Ella and want a peaceful, memorable retreat with amazing hospitality, this is the place to be. 100% recommended!
Christos (10/5): Exceptional - Everything was perfect Thank you ✌️
Divyani (8/5): Very good -
Jan (10/5): Quiet, nice view, super helpfull owner(s). Do recommend. - Good quiet location but kinda complicated to reach. Our car wouldnt be able to come close to the hotel as road is too steep. Very helpful owner, good breakfast. We were not lucky with sunrise view due to clouds.
Ashraful (8/5): Nice stay! - Beautiful view from the room. Nice comfortable beds and good food.
Sanneke (9/5): Superb - We loved our stay at Pearl View. Wish we could have stayed longer. The rooms spacious and spotless. Breakfast ample and delicious. Family wonderful and helpful. The view outstanding!!! Nothing.
Ludovic (8/5): Very good - View and size of bedroom. Nice breakfast Access to the location was difficult and borderline dangerous at night due to unsealed road and steep streets. Challenging to get a tuk tuk to bring us back from town center
Karina (5/5): Under expectations - Te view was nice. Location feels like in the middle of the jungle Bathroom and bed did not look/feel clean. Strange smell. Way too expensive for what you get for more amenities in a more centric location in Ella. No bedsheets to cover (only blackets which did not seem clean at all). We left after 1 night.
Cecil (8/5): Very good - The family was sweet, helpful, warm and friendly. The view was superb. Nice breakfast. The rooms were basic and clean. Access to the place was not easy.. Our driver couldn't get up the mountain so we relied on the place's tuk tuk. From the photos we expected something different. Not adequate blankets.
Maduka (9/5): Superb -
Carol (10/5): Exceptional -
Rahul (6/5): Pleasant - View from the room, host was very friendly and nice.. Leeches, No hot water in shower, quite a bit of walk from main road to the property.
Yasmin (8/5): Very good - The views are lovely It’s a bit far out the way - but that’s the price to have amazing views over Ella
Venkateswara (8/5): Very good -
Martin (8/5): Good value but a challenge to get to - Excellent size rooms and a good standard of cleanliness As the guesthouse is a high up on the hill above the town, many of the tuc-tuc drivers did not know where it was or were unable to drive all the way to the door. A couple of times we were dropped at the bottom of a set of steps which may present a problem for some people.
Bruno (9/5): Superb - Breakfast was fab . Nice veiw.
Maria (9/5): Superb -
Aishath (7/5): Good - The rooms were spacious. Excellent breakfast provided. It is a bit difficult to reach, but the hotel made arrangements to pick-up/drop-off.