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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Fern Hill Cabins in Ella offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden or mountain views. Each room includes air-conditioning, a work desk, and free WiFi. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy Asian cuisine at the on-site restaurant or relax on the terrace. Additional facilities include a garden, terrace, and streaming services. Convenient Location: Located 87 km from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the lodge is near attractions such as Demodara Nine Arch Bridge (7 km) and Ella Railway Station (3 km). Activities include hiking and film nights.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Tomasz
Poland
“Wonderful family run small hotel. Beautiful jungle views, close to trials. Staff was excellent all the time, all for our needs and requests - communication was more than excellent. Room was spacious, with nice couch surrounded by glass windows and...” - Katherine
United Kingdom
“We loved our stay here - it was maybe our favourite hotel on our travels round Sri Lanka. The kids did a happy dance when we arrived and the discovered the ‘sky nest’ and projector. This place is run by a lovely family who are so kind, friendly...” - Georgia
United Kingdom
“Wow!!! What a stay!! This was our best stay for the whole of traveling Sri Lanka. Staff. Location. Cleanliness. Food. Everything was absolutely amazing. The view on a morning for sunset is showstopping. The pano views made us teary! I am pregnant...” - Monica
Spain
“Cathura is the best host. He makes your stay comfortable and take care of all your needs. The place has stunning views of the surrounding forest. Great place to stay in Ella.” - Lisa
Switzerland
“We can highly recommend Fern Hill Cabins. Chathura and his family are warm and welcoming hosts who are always happy to help with any questions or requests – whether it’s organizing a TukTuk, arranging transportation to your next destination, or...” - Greg
Singapore
“Stunning cliffside property, very quiet and peaceful. Wonderful place to chill and watch the morning birds and monkeys. There is a film projector and beanbags upstairs with a hammock. The staff are very friendful and helpful. The food is local...” - Isabella
United Kingdom
“Everything was absolutely incredible, the room was so beautiful with the most stunning views over the jungle you felt like you were in it! Could not have had a cleaner, more beautiful room. The service was the best we have ever had our host made...” - Joanna
Hong Kong
“Beautiful view. Nice and light and the viewing hammock was so special.” - Nadine
United Kingdom
“Everything about our stay here was amazing! Lovely clean room and very cosy bed! The view from the room is insane and was the main reason why I booked, you are on the hill and can see the whole of Ella including the train tracks. Chathura the host...” - Samantha
South Africa
“The location is amazing. Peaceful with great views, and close access to the railway line beneath. So it is a good starting point for climbing Mount Ella and seeing the waterfall. A nice walk along the tracks or the road into town, or a TukTuk is...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAsian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Fern Hill Cabins in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.