Ella Dream Catcher Resort

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Dhowa Rock Temple and Little Adam's Peak, Ella Dream Catcher Resort provides free on-the-go breakfast, a garden and a playground. Active travellers can enjoy cycling, ecotours and rock climbing at this hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a restaurant.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

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A room with a bed, a small table with a vase, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

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  • Sleeps 3

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A room with a bed, a table with water bottles, and a vase with flowers.

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  • Sleeps 4

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A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a lush green valley with mountains in the background.

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  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the outdoors.

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a lush green valley with mountains in the background.

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A bedroom with a bed under a canopy, a nightstand, a red leather chair, and a view of greenery outside.

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  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Ella, Ella Dream Catcher Resort is in the mountains. Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam's Peak are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ravana Falls and Diyaluma Falls. Dhowa Rock Temple and Lipton’s Seat are two other places to visit that come recommended. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing. Visit our Ella travel guide
Map
Kithalella Railway Station Road, Ella, Uva Province, 90090

What's nearby

  • A blue train on a curved bridge through a dense forest.
    Nine Arches Bridge
    15 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Kital Ella Waterfall
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ravana's Cave
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dhowa Rock Temple
    13 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Little Adam's Peak
    13 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Ella Railway Station
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chill Cafe
    7 min drive
  • 360 Ella
    7 min drive
  • Barista
    7 min drive
  • Matey Hut
    6 min drive
  • Chingu Restaurant
    7 min drive

About this property

Ella Dream Catcher Resort

  • Hotel near Nine Arches Bridge
  • Located close to Dhowa Rock Temple and Little Adam's Peak, Ella Dream Catcher Resort provides free on-the-go breakfast, a garden and a playground. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling, ecotours and rock climbing at this hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a restaurant.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking and extended parking
    • Bike hire, express check-out and express check-in
    • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket information and local meal delivery service
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as first-run films and separate sitting areas, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 32-inch LED TVs with premium channels and first-run films
    • Balconies, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6 AM to 11 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground
  • Rock climbing
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Playground
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • First-run films
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washing machine/dryer
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Ella Dream Catcher Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ella Dream Catcher Resort?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ella Dream Catcher Resort on 19 Oct 2026 start from NZ$131, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ella Dream Catcher Resort?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ella Dream Catcher Resort?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ella Dream Catcher Resort?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Ella Dream Catcher Resort located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Nine Arches Bridge, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Little Adam's Peak and Dhowa Rock Temple. Ravana Falls and Lipton’s Seat are also within 16 mi (25 km). Ella Railway Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Ella Dream Catcher Resort Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This property has beautiful views all around, and you can even see the Ella train passing by from the room. Thanks to its location, the property is wonderfully quiet and peaceful, making it an ideal place for a relaxing stay. The staff were incredibly accommodating, welcoming, and excellent hosts. We had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Ella!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent value for money , very clean great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This property was great. The staff was amazing especially Dinesh. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Good breakfast Friendly staff and Tuk-Tuk driver
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice property with really nice view.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Our very comfortable room had the most amazing view. We were very well cared for and had a wonderful breakfast during our stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The access to the property is difficult to find. The stay was very nice. Good food and service by staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing for our family (kids 4 and 8)

Amazing stay here !! Perfect experience including the foods (dinner and breakfast) prepared for us, the view surrounding the mountains, the staff so king and gentle. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The manager was super helpfull! Great place located in a still and silent area with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an extremely enjoyable two-night stay at Ella Dream Catcher Resort. The hotel is easily accessible by car or tuk-tuk and is located about 10 minutes from the city center, offering a peaceful setting while still being close to town. The host was incredibly welcoming and always eager to help, which made our stay even more comfortable. He also prepared a delicious Sri Lankan breakfast that we really enjoyed. Our room was very nice, clean, and comfortable, featuring a balcony with a beautiful view over Ella. We also appreciated the mosquito net for the bed. Highly recommended without any hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This place home away from home. Really enjoyed the view and food Highly recommended. Two nights was great. My family and friends loved the food and hospitality. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

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Extremely friendly, courteous and professional staff. However, it is a one-person operation. Rooms are reasonably good with moderate amenities (no in room safe). Takes a good 10-12 min drive to go to restaurants/town. Breakfast is worth a 4*.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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My brother, a Monk, my wife and I stayed here. The staff were so friendly and kind. Luckily, it is away from the coaches of tourists and is quiet and calm. The views are amazing.When we return to Ella we will stay here. No hesitation in recommending it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

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Service and view
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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I felt pampered!

From the moment I arrived, the owner made me feel right at home. The room has an amazing view from the balcony and the four poster bed has a mosquito netting to keep unwanted bugs at bay. Breakfast is included and it is AMAZING!! Little things added to my happiness such as delivering food to my room and picking me up from town and driving me back. The owner also drove me 6 hours to the airport for a super cheap price. I definitely recommend this hotel completely - you get so much out of the price and they make you feel so special. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We spent 3 nights there with my family of 5 in two rooms. We found the location difficult to find on the evening we arrived as it was dark and raining. When we arrived we were met by the owner and his staff who helped us with the bags to the room. Given the location we were met by lots of bugs near the room entrance as the hallway lights were on. The owner was helpful and quickly sprayed bug repellant. The room itself was basic but super clean. We were surprised there wasn’t any air conditioning but that’s our fault for not reading the description before booking. The beds had mosquito nets just in case you had the occasional fly or insect and the fan in the room kept us reasonably cool. The views from the room were beautiful and the good thing is the trail to Ella rock runs past the property. We woke up to the sound of the train horns every morning and jumped out of bed to view it. The owner aimed to cater for our vegan breakfast needs but on occasion we found the toast was undercooked, or the Sri Lankan meals which are externally catered hadn’t cooked the meals to the standard of other Sri Lankan meals I’ve eaten. The breakfast is usually heated onsite and when it’s arrived the curry’s have been a little cold so we’ve had to send it back. After mentioning to the owner they’ve responded and aimed to please. Apart from that for the price, location cleanliness you can’t go wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Good Hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property as difficult to reach by vehicle, particularly at night. Situated a long way from Ella with very limited dining options. Rooms are very basic with no amenities. Breakfast was very good. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Hotel is excellant everything need and clean Only road are very rough need improvement
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Located away from the hustle and bustle town of Ella but tuk tuk is easily accessible. We loved our front and back balcony that overlooks the mountains. So peaceful and full of wildlife. If you get the timing's right, you will also see the blue train from Ambewella to Badulla. Our daily selection of fruits and sri lankan breakfast was amazing. We loved it. We loved our 2 double four poster beds. Special mention to Sashi who looked after us on our 2 nights stay. He made sure that our stay was enjoyable. You are a credit to your work. We wished we had stayed abit longer and enjoyed the beautiful views from our balcony. Thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing!!!

Amazing Atmosphere and absolut friendly and helpful staff. 100% recommendation!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Overall nice hotel

Nice hotel in a cute area with a nice view. Very practical if you want to climb to Ella Rock. Quiet at night but noisy in the morning, and curtains are not blackout ones. The bed are good, but the WiFi is capricious and very slow. Breakfast is good and the people are very nice and welcoming. Overall satisfaction 7/10, I recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place

The owner of the place was extremely helpful and polite. He even went out of his way to guide us how to get to the resort late at night. The room was sufficient and very clean. The elephant towel fold is an added extra. I’ll definitely would recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
N/a
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025