The Secret Ella sits in the middle of a 10-acre tea estate on the Ella - Namunukula Road, surrounded by mountains and looking out over the famous Nine Arch Bridge and the Central highlands. Ella town centre is about 0.8 km away and Ella Railway Station about 1 km, while Bandarawela, the nearest major town, is about 13 km away and Nuwara Eliya approximately 63 km.
The hotel is 133 km as the crow flies from Bandaranaike International Airport, and the drive usually takes around 4.5 to 5 hours depending on traffic and the weather. You can also take the scenic train from Colombo Fort, a journey of about 8 hours along the winding tracks of the hill country. Book the Colombo (CMB) Airport transfer to The Secret Ella.
Guests choose from the Family Suite, the Planter's Suite, the Southerland Suite and Deluxe Rooms. Every room has a king-size bed, free Wi-Fi, an electronic safe, a hair dryer, multiple adapters, an in-room living area, a luggage rack, a large LED/LCD television with cable connection, a minibar with freezer, a writing desk and tea and coffee making facilities, with complimentary bottled water. En-suite bathrooms have a bath and shower, hot and cold water and bathroom amenities, and personalised butler service and room service from 7am to 9pm are available.
The kitchen cooks with fresh produce from the area, serving traditional dishes with a signature twist alongside international favourites, and in-room dining is available for a more private meal. Other facilities include a movie library, a games room with carom, chess, checkers, cards and board games, high chairs for children, a 24-hour front desk, a doctor on call for emergencies, a helipad, daily housekeeping and a free tuk-tuk shuttle to a nearby spa resort, which can be requested in advance.
The estate is home to a large number of resident birds, and guests can trek through the tea, try archery, take a helicopter ride over the hills or go on bike rides through the countryside. The nearby Ella Gap gives easy access to Ella Rock, the Namunukula range, Ilukpalassa and even Horton Plains, and Little Adam's Peak, Ravana Ella Falls and Bambaragama Falls are also within reach.
Bookable activities, tours, and tickets within a 25 km radius.
Pre-book a private vehicle for arrival, departure, or onward travel.
