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A bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a grey headboard, and a canopy.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower. There are two mats labeled "Shower Room" on the floor.

A lush green landscape with rolling hills and a clear sky.

A bedroom with a bed, blue pillow, and curtains.

1. Ella Nimal Nest Inn

1.7 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Maxwell

£35

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a pool, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A modern building with a sloped roof, surrounded by trees and fog.

A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A corridor with wooden beams and a balcony with a metal railing.

2. Te Dalu Resort & Spa

1.9 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Stacey

£142

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

3. Ella Village View Homestay

1.9 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

"This is the place to stay if you come to Ella. It could not have been more perfect. You wake up to stunning views of the mountains and the most delicious homemade traditional breakfast. You can walk straight from the home to town or to hikes and popular sights. It keeps you out of the hustle and bustle of the street so you can really enjoy your stay. 11/10, loved my stay here. If I come back to Ella, I would love to stay again!"

Faith

£16

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A balcony with a view of a lush green valley and a clear sky.

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

A dining area with a wooden table set for tea, a staircase, and a view of the outdoors.

Two people sitting on a rock with a view of a valley and mountains in the background.

4. Ella Dream Catcher Resort

1.4 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Harnath

£32

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A person sitting on a hammock in a forested area with a thatched roof structure nearby.

A stone pathway leading to a rustic wooden structure with a metal roof, surrounded by dense foliage.

A rustic bathroom with wooden shelves and a wooden door.

A cozy attic bedroom with a bunk bed, wooden beams, and a skylight.

5. Ella Retreat Hotel

1.6 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Abhishek

£69

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.

A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a tufted headboard, a wooden bench, and a small bedside table.

A white building with a wooden door and a small window.

6. Ella Ostella

1.6 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

fortwill

£14

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A balcony with a view of mountains, a wooden table with chairs, and a stone countertop with a sink.

7. Rainbow Sky Cottage Ella

1.2 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

"This property is the most beautiful place I’ve stayed at in Sri Lanka. At first, it was difficult to find as it was tucked away behind a school, but once we found it the view was amazing! The sunrises in the morning from their patio is a must-see. What stood out to me the most was the generosity of the family that owns this place. They went above and beyond to ensure our stay was wonderful. A little bit difficult to get from the property into Ella city as the climb to the main road to access a...

Shifana

£34

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view of trees and the sky.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape and a palm tree.

A rustic room with a wooden bench, a desk, and a window overlooking greenery.

8. Ella Alpine Resort

1.9 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Renee

£29

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A room with a balcony, wooden flooring, and a view of a forested hillside.

A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with blue and white bedding, a desk, and a chair.

An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a red table in the foreground, and a view of the ocean through a glass ceiling.

A lush green landscape with a waterfall and terraced fields.

9. Hillcrest

1.6 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Emma

£67

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A balcony with a table set for tea, overlooking a lush valley and distant mountains.

A window with a view of the sunset and mountains.

A dining table set with various dishes, including bread, fruit, and a hot beverage.

A room with a bed, a standing fan, a door, and a curtain.

10. Ella Nature Life Guest and Restaurant

1.1 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Cristian

£14

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a balcony with a railing, and a view of greenery.

A room with a wooden bench, a small table, and a view of a balcony with chairs and a railing.

A traditional building with a wooden balcony, surrounded by lush green foliage.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a potted plant. There is a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

11. Ella Green Cottages

2 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Stuart

£33

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A terrace with outdoor seating and a view of a mountain range during sunset.

A hotel room with two beds, a television on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A reception area with a statue, a clock, and a TV mounted on a brick wall.

A plate of food with eggs, sausages, bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, beans, and potatoes.

12. Ella Red Rock

1.6 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Benjamin N.

£39

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A covered outdoor area with a stone wall, wooden railing, and a table with chairs.

A room with a view of a forested area and a bird perched on a branch outside the window.

A traditional wooden house surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

A wooden cabin room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

13. ELLA NATURE NEST

1.8 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Susana

£12

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A treehouse with a red roof and glass walls, elevated on stilts, surrounded by trees.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a stone wall, and a view of a building with multiple windows.

A multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by dense foliage.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Anasa Wellness Resort

1.6 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Stuart

£341

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A balcony with two tables and chairs overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden bench, a mirror, and a brick wall.

A modern house with a sloped roof, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a balcony.

A stone bridge with arches over a lush, green landscape.

15. Dowa Elegance Resort

0.4 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Kamafmp

£55

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A pool area with a view of a valley, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

A multi-story building with balconies, a water wheel, and a garden.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, two blue pillows, and rolled towels on the bed.

A terrace with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

16. RAVANA RANGE ELLA

1.9 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Jane

£51

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape and dense foliage during sunrise or sunset.

A lush garden with a white picket fence, banana trees, and pink bougainvillea flowers.

A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a gated entrance.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a skylight.

17. Glen Rock Ella

1.6 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Nicola

£28

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A clear blue pool with two wooden lounge chairs and a small pavilion in a lush, green landscape.

A dining table set for a meal with red drinks, white plates, and silverware.

A neatly made bed with a striped bedspread and a headboard with a circular pattern.

A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

18. Ella Crest by Aloft

1.6 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Francisco

£56

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a green exterior wall.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a glass shelf. The walls are tiled with a geometric pattern.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a green throw blanket, two wall-mounted reading lamps, and a circular rug on the floor.

A single bed with white linens, a green throw blanket, and two white towels on the headboard.

19. The Misty Mountain - Ella

1.1 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Naginder

£30

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A modern building with a wooden facade, a balcony, and a hanging chair in the garden.

A wooden room with a bed, pillows, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a television.

A modern building with multiple levels and balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

20. Aloft Grand Hotel

1.6 mi from Dhowa Rock Temple

Sameer

£39

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Dhowa Rock Temple

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ella Nimal Nest Inn	9.4 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Te Dalu Resort & Spa	9.2 Wonderful 17 reviews	View
Ella Village View Homestay	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Ella Dream Catcher Resort	9.0 Wonderful 46 reviews	View
Ella Retreat Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 33 reviews	View

Top Dhowa Rock Temple Hotel Reviews

The Cubes Ella

10/10 Excellent

"The cubes is an ideal mountain retreat , very peaceful. The accommodation was spotless , regularly cleaned and well maintained. The food especially the breakfast was some of the best we experienced in Sri Lanka ,the chef and all the staff including the manager were extremely helpful ,friendly. and polite we cannot recommend highly enough . We will return when we come back to Sri Lanka. 10/10 Thanks for everything."

Ivory Canopy resort

8/10 Good

"Clean room and modern bathroom. The room lacked electrical plugs to charge items. However their pool was as great for down time. The staff incredible and the food was some of the best we have had since being in Srilanka"

Ella Nature Life Guest and Restaurant

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this hotel it's so good, cheap, comfortable rooms I got the one with balcony and it was amazing i even could see the sunrise in the morning. The staff is amazing and supportive I got everyday bottles of water and good breakfast and even tuk tuk to go everywhere. It's very quiet around and a great walk from the hotel to the main road."

Misty Hills Ella Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were incredibly helpful warm and welcoming. The views were amazing from our room; from welcome area and pool area. Definitely recommend this place. The room was spacious and clean. Location was 1 km from ella so approx 500 SR to get to town (uphill!) but an easy walk ( downhill ) to get back !!"

Ella Flower Garden Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Superb view. All staff are friendly and accommodating. Excellent location, near both the Nice Arches trail and Adam's Peak."

Dowa Elegance Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, helpful and accommodating. Had the best stay there for my birthday "

RAVANA RANGE ELLA

10/10 Excellent

"Staff are super, rooms spotless, and food is perfectly spiced. And the views are outstanding."

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Ravana Falls

8.6/10 (43 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ravana Falls during your travels in Makulella. Wander the forests or discover the area's mountain views.

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Kital Ella Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kital Ella Waterfall during your travels in Ella.

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Kinellan Tea Factory

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

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Ravana's Cave

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Nature Trail Ella

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

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Ravana Falls

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Flying Ravana Mega Zipline

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dhowa Rock Temple?

Dhowa Rock Temple is located in an area of Ella that travellers like for its mountain views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Dhowa Rock Temple?

Adjacent to Dhowa Rock Temple, Ella Heaven Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this guest house offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices close by include Dowa Elegance Resort and Wonder Mount Resort.

How many hotels are there close to Dhowa Rock Temple?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Dhowa Rock Temple.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dhowa Rock Temple, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Dhowa Rock Temple.

What can I see and do near Dhowa Rock Temple?

Surround yourself with nature at Nature Trail Ella, Little Adam's Peak and Ella Rock. You might plan a visit to Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care or Flying Ravana Mega Zipline while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Nine Arches Bridge and Kinellan Tea Factory.

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Our top choices for Dhowa Rock Temple hotels

1. Ella Nimal Nest Inn

2. Te Dalu Resort & Spa

3. Ella Village View Homestay

4. Ella Dream Catcher Resort

5. Ella Retreat Hotel

6. Ella Ostella

7. Rainbow Sky Cottage Ella

8. Ella Alpine Resort

9. Hillcrest

10. Ella Nature Life Guest and Restaurant

11. Ella Green Cottages

12. Ella Red Rock

13. ELLA NATURE NEST

14. Anasa Wellness Resort

15. Dowa Elegance Resort

16. RAVANA RANGE ELLA

17. Glen Rock Ella

18. Ella Crest by Aloft

19. The Misty Mountain - Ella

20. Aloft Grand Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Dhowa Rock Temple

Top Dhowa Rock Temple Hotel Reviews

The Cubes Ella

Ivory Canopy resort

Ella Nature Life Guest and Restaurant

Misty Hills Ella Resort

Ella Flower Garden Resort

Dowa Elegance Resort

RAVANA RANGE ELLA

Other attractions near Dhowa Rock Temple

Ravana Falls

Kital Ella Waterfall

Kinellan Tea Factory

Ravana's Cave

Nature Trail Ella

Ravana Falls

Flying Ravana Mega Zipline

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