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Waterfalls Homestay

Watagodawaththa, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka
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Waterfalls Homestay
Ranked #7 of 31 Ella B&B and Inns
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Ulverstone Tasmania
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32 reviews 32 reviews
26 hotel reviews
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Up a hill and along a track you are rewarded with this lovely little homestay property with the backdrop and welcoming sound of the waterfall on the opposite hill. The rooms are simple but comfortable and the food, especially the curry and rice dinner, shared communally with other guests, was amongst the best of our 2 week trip. A great... More

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Adelaide
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

My husband and I stayed here for 2 nights and have no hesitation in recommending it. We had previously stayed in a 3 star hotel with 5 star price in kandy so welcomed the reverse situation! We stayed in the large verandah room which had all the basics we needed. Karen and her staff were great and the food was... More

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Cardiff
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Admittedly I was not in the best of moods upon arrival, decided to walk from the train station to the home-stay. It was a good old distance with my bags so with hindsight not the best idea. However the accommodation was top notch. Owner is relaxed and attentive. Stayed in the Jungle room which is small but ticks all the... More

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Chester, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

The homestay is tucked away at the end of a narrow winding lane - if you are arriving by minibus it will be necessary to take a tuk tuk from the main road (there seemed to be several around there). It is in a lovely tranquil setting with the waterfall in the distance across the valley. The soothing sound forms... More

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Ella, Sri Lanka
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

we came to homestay as guest to drink a cup of tea with cake from Karen and enjoying the view. it is a beautiful place with friendly people, tasty tea and cakes. The place is clean and made with love and nice style. A view on a waterfall is relaxing and refreshing.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

I cannot recommend this place enough! Me and a friend stayed in the Jungle room and the view through the trees was phenomenal. I spent the whole time thinking I was in some kind of dream and would wake up soon because no where could be as perfect as here but it is! The staff and owners are incredible helpful... More

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Macclesfield, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

We stayed here on the 4th and 5th March 2013. We really enjoyed our stay in the Jungle room here at Waterfalls (all of the rooms are individual and equally beautiful). Our room in particular was small but cozy with a superb view of the vegetation and waterfalls and monkeys. We were made to feel really welcome and Karen the... More

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Moscow, Russia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

Very happy stay at ella and waterfall home stay.Nice conformable room and beautiful surroundings.Good relaxing place .who love greenery and natural environment unforgettable superb service giving friendly homely feel in srilanka.Brekfast and dinner fantastic.View of one of the beautiful waterfall in srilanka.It was amazing.Seven star homely place in ella. Highly Recommended

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

We really enjoyed our 3 night stay at Waterfalls in March 2013. Which ever method we use to measure the quality of a place to stay this place comes out with 5 stars. Waterfalls has its main building including open plan lounge and dining area plus elevated terrace with 2 rooms on one level and more rooms below. We stayed... More

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Beijing
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013 via mobile

We stayed at Waterfalls for 3 nights in the Verandah room. The room is appointed with nice furniture, appropriate decoration and everything you need. From the moment of arrival we were made to feel extremely welcome and this was echoed throughout our stay. Sitting out on the verandah overlooking the waterfall was bliss. The meals prepared by Karen and her... More

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  • Very clean(4)
  • Great view(3)
  • Guest House(3)
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Additional Information about Waterfalls Homestay

Address: Watagodawaththa, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka
Region: Sri Lanka > Uva Province > Ella
Hotel Style:
Ranked #7 of 31 B&Bs / Inns in Ella
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Waterfall Homestay perched on top of a hill, directly in front of a waterfall, surrounded by jungle makes this one of the most stunning places in Ella to stay. Choose from three beautiful rooms, two with 180 degree views and one with french doors opening on to a large veranda. Relax on the sundeck and watch the monkeys playing in their jungle garden while Kamal, one of the best cooks in Sri lanka, prepares your meals for you. Waterfalls is a piece of paradise and only 1.5km from the town of Ella makes it definitely worth venturing of the beaten track for. ... more   less 
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Waterfalls Homestay Hotel Ella
Waterfalls Homestay Hotel

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