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Ella dream catcher resort provides accomodation in Ella and has amazing views of mountains and fields around the property. The guest can see train climbing the mountain from the windows. The resort offers comfortable accommodation with free Wi-Fi access in the guestrooms.Each room has private large balconies to relax and enjoy the view and attached (private) bathroom with hot water. It operates a 24 hour front desk and provides complimentary parking on site. The resort also offers bike hire and car hire. This guest house is popular for hiking Ella rock and this is the nearest place to Ella rock. This property is about 200 m from kithal ella railway station and 2.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, while Little Adam's Peak is 2.4 km from the property.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast in the room
Bicycle rental
Hiking
Children's television networks
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Internet
Special diet menus
Airport transportation
Car hire
Mosquito net
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
24-hour front desk
Private check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Room features
Desk
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Dishwasher
Bath / shower
Iron
Room types
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Languages Spoken
English
Location
Kithala Ella Station Road, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 61 out of 100
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I loved everything about this wonderful hotel. It is really peaceful and the rooms are very comfortable with all you need. I loved relaxing on the balcony with the fabulous view, watching the wildlife (various birds, including parrots, monkeys and chipmunks) or watching the famous train in the distance. The location is perfect as you are close to the start of the trail to Ella rock and you can also walk into Ella along the train tracks. Venura, the lovely manager, is super helpful and friendly and always picked us up or dropped us off if needed to visit attractions. He really is the perfect host. The food in the restaurant is very good and the breakfast was the best we’ve had in 7 weeks travelling Sri Lanka. I didn’t want to leave. I fully recommend this gem of a place.
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We spent two nights at this gorgeous place.
It has all basic amenities you would want and more. The rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable. The views are amazing!
What makes this place stand out even more is this incredible service from the hosts. It is run by a lovely family who are eager to help always! They are very flexible with arrival times, and can make meals if requested. It is accessible by tuk-tuk, and is a short ride from Ella city centre.
We were lucky enough to have four meals here, and they were fantastic. As Sri Lankans, we can attest to not only the authenticity of the food, but also the high quality. The food was absolutely delicious (all cooked in-house) with tasty fruits to accompany.
Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, leaving with restful nights and full, satisfied tummies! Would highly recommend staying here!
It has all basic amenities you would want and more. The rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable. The views are amazing!
What makes this place stand out even more is this incredible service from the hosts. It is run by a lovely family who are eager to help always! They are very flexible with arrival times, and can make meals if requested. It is accessible by tuk-tuk, and is a short ride from Ella city centre.
We were lucky enough to have four meals here, and they were fantastic. As Sri Lankans, we can attest to not only the authenticity of the food, but also the high quality. The food was absolutely delicious (all cooked in-house) with tasty fruits to accompany.
Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, leaving with restful nights and full, satisfied tummies! Would highly recommend staying here!
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Superb Location on a small hill top with a train track in the surrounding give a great experience. Excellent Service by the host. And the rooms were very clean and quiet.
Breakfast was delicious and had few options to choose.
Highly recommend for any who wish to visit Ella.
Breakfast was delicious and had few options to choose.
Highly recommend for any who wish to visit Ella.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I spent three unforgettable days and nights here, and I was truly sad to leave. The property is located on a hill and you will need to walk or take a ride to the (small) town centre but if you want to enjoy what Ella has to offer in terms of nature and views, this is the place to be! Green hills, starlit skies at night, morning mist, a train passing through the valley several times a day - this makes for a truly iconic view and a great memory to bring home from Sri Lanka. Ella Rock is within a short walking distance. If you enjoy longer hikes, you can also walk to the famous Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak and nearby waterfalls.
Rooms are clean and comfortable, with a spacious bathroom and a big terrace. What makes this place even more special is the host who will go out of his way to make you feel welcome and comfortable. Mr Venura not only picked me up from the train station with my luggage but also offered unlimited lifts by his car to the city centre and back to the property! (And he did so for all the other guests as well - hospitality and dedication you rarely come across). Breakfast was delicious and very generous (I would pack some of it for lunch) and when I checked out early in the morning, a take-away meal was already waiting for me.
Great value for money and amazing memories!
Rooms are clean and comfortable, with a spacious bathroom and a big terrace. What makes this place even more special is the host who will go out of his way to make you feel welcome and comfortable. Mr Venura not only picked me up from the train station with my luggage but also offered unlimited lifts by his car to the city centre and back to the property! (And he did so for all the other guests as well - hospitality and dedication you rarely come across). Breakfast was delicious and very generous (I would pack some of it for lunch) and when I checked out early in the morning, a take-away meal was already waiting for me.
Great value for money and amazing memories!
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Date of stay: January 2022
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We had a unique and memorable 2 nights stay at the lovely Dream Catcher Resort near Ella in a place called Kitha ella.
The resort is set amongst the scenic serene hills, on one side you can admire the beautiful valley and on the other side you can see the train track and the hills.
The location is amazing, far from the maddening crowd of Ella town, yet just 5 minutes drive and half an hour walk to Ella town. Very close to the Kuda Ravana falls and on the way to Ella Rock.
The owner and the staff are so welcoming and will do everything to make your stay comfortable.
The food cooked was fresh and delicious.
The rooms are very clean and spacious.
The road towards the place is steep, but nothing a Sri Lankan driver cannot tackle. We had lovely early morning walks/jogs in the vicinity. Night time star gazing was amazing.
The resort is set amongst the scenic serene hills, on one side you can admire the beautiful valley and on the other side you can see the train track and the hills.
The location is amazing, far from the maddening crowd of Ella town, yet just 5 minutes drive and half an hour walk to Ella town. Very close to the Kuda Ravana falls and on the way to Ella Rock.
The owner and the staff are so welcoming and will do everything to make your stay comfortable.
The food cooked was fresh and delicious.
The rooms are very clean and spacious.
The road towards the place is steep, but nothing a Sri Lankan driver cannot tackle. We had lovely early morning walks/jogs in the vicinity. Night time star gazing was amazing.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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This boutique hotel overlooks the railway line and is high up with the most amazing scenery. The owner is most accommodating and couldn’t do enough to make our stay a pleasant one. Even the kitchen staff prepared lovely vegetarian dishes for us. The rooms are neat. The bathrooms however could do with an upgrade.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from venura Malinda, Owner at Ella Dream Catcher Resort
Responded 20 Aug 2024
Hi sir Thank you very much for being at our hotel and the best review you wrote . your valued feedback will help us to improve our standard .i wish happy and bright future for both of you....stay safe thanks ....see you again ...
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We stayed at the dream catcher resort for one night and really enjoyed it. The view is amazing and you can do the Ella Rock hike from there very easily, they also have a map to make it easier. The breakfast was also really great.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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An excellent stay in a wonderful location. Our room had unforgettable views of the surrounding hills and railway line. We were very well cared for by everyone and enjoyed a wonderful breakfast and evening meal. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Exceptional service from the owner who couldn’t do enough for us. We enjoyed delicious dinner and food at breakfast too. He arranged a tuc tuc for us to go sightseeing and a trip to the local tea farm. Our room was comfortable and overlooked the beautiful countryside. I would recommend.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We came here from recommendations of other tourists we met on the journey- and we are so glad we came. This place has it all! The breakfast is so yummie and you get more then you can eat. The dinners we had in the evening was better then in restaurants. The owner is the best host you can imagine. He made us feel warmly welcome and took so good care of us. The view from the room and lovely balcony is magical. A great place to start treeking from. We did ella rock, Adams peak and the bridge. Will come back if I go back to Sri Lanka again! 🥰
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
AU$73 - AU$130 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
Sri LankaUva ProvinceElla
NUMBER OF ROOMS
5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ella Dream Catcher Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Ella Dream Catcher Resort?
Nearby attractions include Ella Rock (0.2 km), Ravana Ella Falls (0.3 km), and Ella Organic Tea Garden (1.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Ella Dream Catcher Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and airport transportation.
Which room amenities are available at Ella Dream Catcher Resort?
Top room amenities include a desk, a dishwasher, and a mosquito net.
Is parking available at Ella Dream Catcher Resort?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Ella Dream Catcher Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include River Face Restaurant, Lanka Restaurant, and Café Ice Cube.
Does Ella Dream Catcher Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Ella Dream Catcher Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Ella Dream Catcher Resort located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.7 km away from the centre of Ella.
Are pets allowed at Ella Dream Catcher Resort?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Ella Dream Catcher Resort?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Ella tuk tuk (3.2 km) and Imperial Voyagers (7.0 km).