Ella Jungle Resort

3.0 star property
Riverfront Ella lodge with restaurant

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Ella Jungle Resort

Exterior
Individually furnished, desk, bed sheets
Sports facility
Individually furnished, desk, bed sheets
Exterior
Nestled by the river, Ella Jungle Resort offers an escape from the ordinary with its lush garden and savory local cuisine. Rejuvenate with a snack at the deli or unwind in your private yard, while exploring ziplining and hiking trails nearby.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurants
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Volleyball

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Limited housekeeping
  • BBQ(s)
  • Free parking nearby
  • Snack bar/deli

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Chalet with River View

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Bidet
Desk
  • 84 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Room with River View

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private bathroom
Bidet
Desk
Desk chair
  • 84 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Individually furnished
Private bathroom
Bidet
Desk
Desk chair
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Similar properties

Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

About the area

Map
Karadagolla, Ella, 90090

What's nearby

  • Secret Waterfall - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ravana Falls - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Nine Arches Bridge - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Little Adam's Peak - 15 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Ella Rock - 19 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 85.7 miles/138 km
  • Ella Railway Station - 30 min drive
  • Haputale Railway Station - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chill Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • Barista
  • ‪360 Ella - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbeans Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪One Love - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Ella Jungle Resort

When visiting Ella, Ella Jungle Resort is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Vegetarian Meals Only, which serves vegetarian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other features include a snack bar/deli, free bike rentals and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Please note : This property offers vegetarian breakfast only
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
    • Free off-site parking nearby
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Volleyball
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Ropes course
  • Ziplining
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bike hire

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Mosquito nets

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

More

  • Limited housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Vegetarian Meals Only – This theme restaurant specialises in vegetarian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 10

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Ella Jungle Resort
Ella Jungle
Ella Jungle Resort Ella
Ella Jungle Resort Lodge
Ella Jungle Resort Lodge Ella

Frequently asked questions

Does Ella Jungle Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ella Jungle Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ella Jungle Resort?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Ella Jungle Resort?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ella Jungle Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 10. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Ella Jungle Resort and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as zip-lining, cycling and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes volleyball and yoga. Ella Jungle Resort also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Ella Jungle Resort?

Yes, Vegetarian Meals Only offers vegetarian cuisine.

Does Ella Jungle Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony and a garden.

What's the area around Ella Jungle Resort like?

Ella Jungle Resort is located by the river, a short 11-minute walk from Secret Waterfall.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Ella Jungle Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Sejour fantastique gâché
Experience tres speciale (no spoil)! malheureueent gachee par le gerant qui a voulu nous faire payer deux fois en disant qu'il navait pas de compte expedia/hotel.com, nous réclamant 250USD... Niveau anglais tres difficile, on a le sentiment qu'ils ont peu l'habitude avec les occidentaux Apres nous avoir laissé filer, plusieurs témoignages nous attestent que les conditions de travail des salaries ne sont pas optimales.quel dommage, tout etait bien sinon, mais ca gache vraiment tout
Allais, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Ligger veldig øde til, følte oss litt "innestegnt".
Jørgen, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

De kamer is in orde en heel mooi uitzicht vanuit de kamer. De service was teleurstellend, net zoals de faciliteiten buiten de kamer. Zwak ontbijt. Tip voor mensen die komen: ‘s avonds moet je voor 21h binnen het hotel zijn, er is geen alcohol en enkel wifi aan de receptie.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Grete, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Avoid like plague. Worst hotel ever. Rats in the rooms, exceptionally rude manager and rickety cable car to get to the property.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing gem
Amazing hotel if you want to get away from it all, first car then jeep then cable car to the valley, amazing views, rice grown on site, amazingly friendly staff lovely accommodation just a bit to open for a wersterner I would have liked some glass and some walls but I throughly enjoyed my two days there and would recommend if you want to be disconnected from the world and back in touch with nature
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were on our honeymoon and had been staying in very luxury places but we fancied something different for a couple of days which would be an experience that we would remember. To get to the resort you have to get a 4x4 ride which is very bumpy (but you are going into the jungle so what do you expect!). After about 20 mins you make it to near the bottom of the valley. We were then put into a small cable car with our luggage for the final part of the trip which took 5 minutes. This was a really nice experience. At the bottom we were greeted by the manager Tharindu who was extremely friendly and accommodating. We were shown to our accommodation which was an Eco Jungle Chalet. We were very impressed with the room as to be honest we were expecting something a bit more basic. The chalet was lovely; it had a four poster bed in the middle, a tiled bathroom and a balcony looking out onto a river. The gable end of the roof is open air so you do hear all the sounds of the jungle and there are bugs (but you are in the jungle!). Bring plenty of Deet as we were still bitten by mosquitos. All the noises of the river and the crickets you could hear from outside were quite calming and I have to say we slept amazingly well. Dinner is buffet style, vegetarian and delicious! We did not miss meat whatsoever. The rice amongst other ingredients are grown in the resort. Breakfast is simple but perfectly nice. In the morning of our first day we met at 9:30am to trek to the near
2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Forferdelig sted
Hyttene er møkkete, uten vegger og med felles utedo for de som bor der. De serverer kun vegansk mat. De er uten roomservice, brus, alkohol samt. ting å finne på. Du blir transportert på lasteplan ned en ganske ubehagelig vei og må ta taubane for å nå hotellet. Mangel på sikkerhet. Det var rotter på stedet og personalet var ikke veldig hyggelig.
Wendy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Gemt perle ved Ella
Smuk perle godt gemt væk ved Ella. Medbring selv drikkevare da der ikke serveres øl/vin eller sodavand. Stedet serverer kun vegetar mad. Hyggelige værelser midt i den smukke natur
Henrik, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A stunning setting in the jungle,reached by dirt track and cable car.Rooms are clean,views and ambience are fabulous. The food is vegetarian only.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Djungle horror!
En besvikelse då stället var illa skött. Alldeles för högt pris på rum och mat. Möjligt badrum, enda toalettartikel de tillhandahöll var tvål. Utlovade Wifi vilket onte fanns. Mkt behränsat med mat/dryck. Tjat om att dricksa till höger och vönster trots att aktiviteter skulle ingå. Bott/ätit för liknande pengar på Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya.
Thomas, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our stay at Ella Jungle was really something else, it is an unforgettable experience in a setting that feels really wild! I was a bit disappointed that they were not running the yoga or meditation so be aware these activities are not a given, however the morning trek to the waterfall for a morning swim could be the most outstanding memory from the entire holiday. It was truly stunning.
Lucy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great resort! Loved the activities offered! The trek, the natural pool were all exciting! We also zip lined across a river. The staff at the resort are very friendly. We were quite surprised by the rooms. No fans or air conditioners because they're open rooms. We were out most of the day and it got cold at night so we did not need either of them. There are nice cafes close to Jungle Resort incase you plan to step out for a bit to enjoy other parts of Ella. I would definitely stay in Jungle Resort again.
Sahitya, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent experience. Great outdoor activities. Rooms need a fan!!!!
Kesavan, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Great concept
The idea for this hotel is great but unfortunately a lot of work still needs to be done. I am not sure how it got such a high rating but most things are not that great here. We stayed for 2 nights in supposedly the best and most expensive rooms on the ground floor but on our first night we hardly got any sleep as the floor boards above us were like a drum. We could hear everything they said upstairs and also see light through the floor boards. The next day we told them that we were leaving and they changed us to another section with no one above us. The power kept going out on us and I asked for a torch at least a dozen times but never got one. They kept saying ok ok I will get you a torch but we never got one. Some areas in this hotel including the steps to the rooms are very dangerous and definitely not a place for elderly or physically impaired guests. The staff are nice but struggled with English. The vegetarian food was easily the worst we have had in Sri Lanka. Overall not too many positives which is a shame because it could be so great and has great potential but really needs a good manager to understand what you need to make a good hotel, really lacking any class and reminds me more of a school camp.It is called a jungle resort but I think they should change it to a jungle camp.
Brian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Wild place for adventurous tourists
Had a great time though it was not very comfortable. Room right on the river was exciting but very hot. Fans would be useful. Food was great, including veg Sri Lankan food we didn’t find elsewhere and jungle trek was fantastic. Lack of alcohol should be more prominently advertised on the website
dave, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful nature experience - so relaxing
We had the most amazing time highlighted by the best service I have experienced in a long time, from the initial exciting experience arriving by 4WD and the trolley car down to the resort to the most enjoyable and tasty Vegetarian food. This was my first experience with a full vegetarian menu and I loved it. Make sure you have the Hoppers with egg Yum:) We were taken on a most spectacular walk to the waterfall nearby and swam there as a relief from the heat. Our Guide was great and the rope climb up the rock face was so much fun. From the Zip line to the general surrounds and trails by the river it makes for a great experience. Evenings sitting around the huge bon fire was a treat, again a most relaxed environment. You must have the Juggary ( lol not sure of the spelling and the buffalo curd with local honey. Loved it Loved it Loved it - if you want to drink take your own alcohol. A real experience but don't whinge if you are looking for a five start resort, this is a different experience back to nature.
Alexander, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What an Amazing place to stay
My friend and I stayed here for two nights and it was my favourite place in Sri Lanka. It was also possibly one of the coolest places we have ever stayed at. The hotel is down in the valley of the mountain and is a get away from the hustle and bustle. The scenary is amazing and the river running past the rooms made for a very peaceful sleep. The private waterfall on the property is a hidden gem that you can swim in. The staff were also very friendly and went out of their way to help us. Also the food is grown on the property and you can tell because it tasted delicious. I would recommend this to everyone as we loved it.
Carly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Getting to the hotel itself was an experience through the jungle. Our favourite was going with Abi on a walk to a waterfall hidden away. This resort is a magical place!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A night in Ella
Was one of the best stays ever, you get the jungle feel, you're isolated from the modern world, relaxing and was an amazing one!
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Pictures are deceiving, however beautiful setting!
We arrived at Ella Jungle Resort and were greeted by very friendly staff who were extremely accommodating and polite. We shortly after embarked on our exciting journey 2km down a dirt track to then get our cable car. We were amazed by the beautiful scenery and views, however this was as far as our enjoyment and excitement went. We arrived down into the “resort” to find the facilities to be very limiting. We asked for a couple of cold drinks, water or a bottle of coke to get some sugar into us and were told they have non. We were then able to get some fresh water melon juice which was a nice alternative. We asked where the restaurant was to buy lunch, we were informed that no lunch would be served we had to wait until dinner. We asked to have a look at the menu for dinner, we were then told no menu it’s vegetable curry and rice. That was it. No other alternatives, starter or desserts. it appeared to me that due to being low season it was running on low staff and they were doing the bare minimum they could get away with. Moving on to the rooms, at first glance it’s very beautiful by the river, however upon further inspection you can see there is large gaps between the walls and the roof big enough for birds/bats to fly into the room along with the hundreds of other insects living in the jungle. My girlfriend was immediately terrified watching dozens of insects and lizards crawling around the walls,roof and floor. Sheets dirty.We didn’t stay and checked out into another hotel.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Set in a magnificent natural environment. Experience a great adventure from begining to end
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Nature Retreat!
What a cool place!! Amazing location in the middle of the Ella Jungle. Disclaimer: NOT for the typical tourist. If you just want a normal, boring hotel - this is not it! This place was a great retreat into the beautiful nature of Sri Lanka's mountains. The property is breathtaking, the rooms are great, the food is delicious, and the staff is super friendly. Highly recommend the waterfall hike :)