Ella Planters Bungalow

Boutique eco-friendly hotel in Ella's hill country with self-catering apartments and expansive tropical gardens

Accommodations & Rooms

Ella Planters Bungalow offers a range of room types including self-catering apartments, Deluxe Family Rooms, and Standard Cottage Rooms. The apartments come with panoramic views of the Ella Ridge and surrounding countryside, plus a private terrace and en-suite bathroom. Guests staying in the Deluxe Family Room enjoy two separate bedrooms and a lounge area within the original colonial-era bungalow.

Dining & Culinary Experiences

The on-site restaurant serves Sri Lankan chicken curry cooked in front of guests, alongside European and other Asian specialties. Breakfast can be taken in the room or outdoors in the garden, with a choice of Western and Sri Lankan options such as hoppers, string hoppers, and milk rice. Packed lunches are available for early departures, and the bar offers a Piña Colada noted by guests as one of the best they have tasted.

Outdoor & Recreational Facilities

The property has an outdoor swimming pool and a separate kids' pool, plus a badminton court and bike tours for active guests. Hiking trails start from the hotel, and the staff can arrange cooking classes using ingredients from the on-site herb and spice gardens. Entertainment staff organise activities such as cycling trips and guided walks to the nearby 'Secret Waterfall'.

Gardens & Natural Surroundings

The hotel sits within extensive gardens that contain a rare collection of tropical fruit and timber trees, including jackfruit used in meals prepared by the chef. Guests can tour the fruit trees and herb garden with the garden team, and wildlife such as monkeys, peacocks, and fireflies are commonly seen. The grounds also feature a serene pool area with sunloungers and a swing, surrounded by flowering plants and tall trees.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Ella Planters Bungalow is located 9 km from Ella city centre and 5 km from Ravana Falls, with Little Adam's Peak a short walk or tuk-tuk ride away. The hotel's own tuk-tuk service offers transport to Ella town, the Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, and the nearby tea factory. Udawalawe National Park and Buduruwagala rock carvings (the second largest Buddha carving in Sri Lanka) are within driving distance for day trips.

• Location: 9 km from Ella city, 5 km from Ravana Falls
• Rooms: Self-catering apartments with mountain views, colonial-style suites
• Dining: Sri Lankan chicken curry cooked in front of guests, packed lunches for early departures
• Recreation: Outdoor pool, kids' pool, badminton court, bike tours, hiking trails
• Family: Kids' pool, entertainment staff, kids' meals
• Gardens: Rare collection of tropical fruit trees, herb garden, cooking classes from garden ingredients
• Service: Hotel tuk-tuk for getting around, early breakfast for safari departures