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Cafe Samsara
Restaurant
👍 Had a really good experience here. The staff were very friendly and helpful (giving us tips to explore the local area) especially Chamith - thank you! Lovely decor and a nice vibe. I had the rice with 5 curries which tasted quite good, I did struggle with the spice level but I’m not the best at deal...
4.90 (722 reviews)
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Diyaluma Falls
Tourist attraction
720-ft. high waterfall, the second highest in the country, with a fabled history of lovers & Gods.
4.80 (3.3K reviews)
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Muthiyangana Raja Maha Vihara
Buddhist temple
👍 The History of this temple goes back to the time of Buddha but this area around Badulla (especially Uva Province) goes way back in to the time of 19th -18th century BCE. Emperor Rawana was ruling this country with Badulla as the capital. It is also believed that the War of Rama and Rawana took place...
4.80 (2.8K reviews)
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Bees Honey Cookery & Restaurant
Restaurant
👍👍 AMAZING. The true definition of a hidden gem. We stumbled upon here whilst in Ella and enjoyed the beautiful views and incredible hospitality. We came back the following day to a truly authentic cooking class, cooking over open flames. We ate some of the best food we had in Sri Lanka. The couple are...
4.90 (503 reviews)
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Shashika viewpoint juice bar
Juice shop
👍👍 Lovely fresh juices on the way to Ella rock. The passion fruit lime juice is delicious! You can enjoy the breathtaking view while enjoying one of the juices.
5.00 (317 reviews)
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Little restaurant, Ella
Restaurant
👍👍 Great food, home made. Really kind owner! Make sure you order the lump rice 2 hours in advance, must try when you’re in Ella.
$ $$$
4.90 (411 reviews)
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La Mensa
Restaurant
👍👍 I had a delightful time at La Mensa restaurant in Ella!
The Cheese and Chicken Kottu was a standout dish – it was incredibly flavorful and perfectly spiced, leaving my taste buds satisfied.
The Devilled Chicken was equally delicious, with just the right amount of heat, but do be cautious of the bo...
4.80 (707 reviews)
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Nine Arches Bridge
Historical landmark
👍👍 It’s the most popular attraction in Ella. The stone bridge stands upto a height of 80 feet surrounded by forests and beautiful scenery. The best time to visit the bridge is in morning or evening. You will get some amazing opportunities to see train passes. If you are lucky you will get to see some t...
4.70 (2.8K reviews)
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Mint of The Mist
Restaurant
👍👍 A fantastic, affordable and authentic Sri Lankan dining experience set on the side of the top of the hill in Haputale with spectacular panoramic views of the valleys below. The owners were accomodating and very friendly and the food was divine! As an added bonus the restaurant is also plastic free....
4.90 (360 reviews)
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Upper Diyaluma Waterfall
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Great place to camping. There are camping providers, or can placed your own camp. How ever best option is contact a guide and camping maker, otherwise it will harder to find better place for camping. If u try poonagala road there is a shop ( New Raja Stores ) with a car park which having cctv survei...
4.80 (630 reviews)
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Bambarakanda Falls
Tourist attraction
Water flows over a 263 meter vertical drop into the jungle at this waterfall at the end of a hike.
4.70 (2.3K reviews)
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Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara
Buddhist temple
👍 According to the literature and history, this is the first place visited by Gouthama Buddha some 2500 years back. Temple is just minutes away from town. Ample parking, not very clean though. Mix of ancient structures and new buildings gives a nice blend.
4.70 (2.2K reviews)
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Ravana Waterfall
Tourist attraction
👍👍 No payment or tickets need to visit here. You can reach easily to waterfall when you travel to Ella from Ella Wallawaya Road .One of the best place to visit in Ella area. This is one of the highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and easily reach when you drive through the road . watching deck near the road...
4.70 (1.9K reviews)
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The Barn by Starbeans
Restaurant
👍👍 This is a beautiful cafe located in Main Street, Ella, very close to the Railway station and the latest place to get renovated with modern ambience. We had an awesome experience at this place. The menu had choices of soups/pastas/salads and cereals. The quality and the taste was excellent. Reasonabl...
$$ $$
4.70 (1.9K reviews)
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The White Rabbit - Ella
Restaurant
👍👍 Amazing Restaurant with high quality food and service!!! And the staff is sooo friendly :-)
It also has a super cozy tropical backyard area where you can eat, drink Tea, cocktails or coffee and just relax.
This place is also amazing because it is a bit outside the busy touristy center of Ella.
I wi...
4.80 (552 reviews)
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Matey Hut Ella Sri Lanka
Restaurant
👍👍 I loved this cooking class SO MUCH !
Dial the owner and chef was so nice and funny! The food was delicious. I usually at not into too touristy things so I did this very spontaneously and had the best night! Worth every Roupie!!
And we only did veggie because we requested. Don’t know if he does it w...
$ $$$
4.70 (1.3K reviews)
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Vantage hills Haputale
Hotel
Low-key rooms featuring balconies in a casual hillside hotel offering a restaurant with a terrace.
$38/night
4.80 (501 reviews)
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HIDE ELLA HOTEL & RESORT
Hotel
Polished rooms, some with balconies & valley views, in an upmarket hotel offering an outdoor pool.
4.80 (491 reviews)
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Cafe Eden
Restaurant
👍👍 Super delicious rice and curry! And the parata was one of the best we had on the island! Would recommend 100%! Also the Juice and Lassis are great. The view from the cafe is also really nice!
4.80 (453 reviews)