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A thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A neatly made bed with a beige blanket, a pillow with an elephant design, and a canopy overhead.

A room with a wooden desk, two chairs, a window with blue curtains, a wooden door, and a mirror on the wall.

An open-plan dining area with wooden furniture, a thatched roof, and a kitchen area visible through a lattice partition.

1. River Cottage Wellawaya

Wellawaya

£16

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A swimming pool with two gazebos, lounge chairs, and a view of mountains.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, ceiling fans, and a view of the outdoors.

A wooden deck with two wicker chairs facing a lush green landscape with terraced fields and distant hills.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a book and fruit, a ceiling fan, and a view of a garden.

2. Jetwing Kaduruketha

Wellawaya

Punsara

£141

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A serene hot tub surrounded by lush greenery, with candles and a tray of tea and snacks on the edge.

A rustic wooden cabin surrounded by dense forest, accessible via a stone pathway.

A wooden cabin with a large canopy roof, elevated on stilts, surrounded by dense forest.

A room with a bed, a person sitting by a window, and a view of greenery outside.

3. Living Heritage Koslanda

Koslanda

Chris

£118

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A swimming pool with a rainbow in the background.

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A dining table with various dishes, a pool, and a mountainous backdrop.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a countertop.

4. Moi Ella by DBI

Ella

SHIRLEY

£34

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An infinity pool with a view of a sunset and mountains. There are lounge chairs and a building with large windows.

A restaurant with large windows offering a view of the hills. Tables are set with chairs and table settings.

A spacious room with large windows, wooden ceiling, and leather furniture.

A spacious balcony with wooden flooring, large windows, and a view of the mountains.

5. Wishing Tree Boutique Resort Haputale

Haputale

Matthew John

£160

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by trees and a white wall.

A building with a thatched roof, large windows, and exterior lighting.

A house with a garden, a palm tree, and a small pond.

A natural landscape with a prominent rock formation, dense vegetation, and a fence in the foreground.

6. Wild Escape

Buttala

Sharon

£50

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A four-poster bed with white linens and a canopy, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a small table with a lamp.

A wooden treehouse with multiple levels, surrounded by dense foliage and sunlight filtering through the leaves.

A woman walking on a suspension bridge in a forested area.

7. Clio Ella Resort

Ella

Belinda

£22

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A clear pool with a mountain backdrop, surrounded by lush greenery and a gazebo with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a beige sofa, a coffee table, and a blue armchair. There is a painting on the wall and a potted plant.

A house surrounded by lush greenery and terraced fields.

A dining table with plates of food, glasses, and a napkin.

8. Villa Lé Maas Tota

Koslanda

James

£150

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A rustic hut with a thatched roof, a wooden door, and a small bed with a colorful blanket.

A single bed with a mosquito net, wooden walls, and a thatched roof.

A simple wooden bed with a mosquito net in a room with a thatched roof and wooden walls.

A room with a cat tree, a window with a view of greenery, and a small table.

9. Nature Kingdom Sri Lanka

uva province

£38

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

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

10. Dowa Elegance Resort

Ella

Kamafmp

£44

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A room with a bunk bed, a stone wall, a window with curtains, and a small table with a flower vase.

A white building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A modern living area with a sofa set, a small table with a laptop, and a decorative vase.

A staircase with a black railing leading to a white building with a stone base.

11. O2 Haputale

Haputale

£40

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A treehouse with a wooden exterior, a staircase, and a thatched-roof structure nearby.

A thatched-roof structure with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and outdoor seating.

A cozy wooden cabin bedroom with a canopy bed, wooden walls, and a rustic ambiance.

A wooden cabin with a large bathtub, a ladder, and a dog standing in the tub.

12. La Pentera

Thanamalvila

"La Pentera is a new property which has a unique concept of a tree house. The property is quite far from the Udawalawe National Park - about 30 km or so. The directions are also unclear, even if you use googlemaps. The property is new and in great condition. However, there are things that could be better, especially the food. The bathroom has hot water though there is some water leakage. A great experience stay but could be better."

Susmita

£84

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A lodge with a green roof, wooden exterior, and a gravel driveway.

A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, a bar counter, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a central table, and framed artwork on the walls.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a mirror.

13. Bandarawela Hotel

Bandarawela

Rukshan

£58

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A house with a green roof, surrounded by trees and a paved pathway.

An outdoor dining setup with tables, candles, and string lights.

A pool with a view of a hilly landscape and distant mountains.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Thotalagala

Haputale

petranella

£396

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A white freestanding bathtub on a balcony with a metal railing, overlooking a lush green landscape and a mountain in the distance.

15. Te Dalu Resort & Spa

Ella

Stacey

£142

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A house with a green roof, a porch with chairs, and a pond with rocks.

A thatched-roof structure with wooden furniture and a green floor, surrounded by a wooden fence.

A room with a sofa, two beds, a wooden table, and a chair.

A gravel driveway leading to a house with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pond.

16. HILL SIDE RESORT - Ella

Ella

£31

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.

A bed with a canopy, wooden steps, and a bench with towels.

A tented room with a bed, a wooden chair, and a view of trees.

A group of people in a lush garden with a stone wall and a metal roof structure.

17. Train View Chalet

Bandarawela

Joydip

£58

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with multiple pillows, a small table with a vase, and a built-in air conditioning unit.

A covered outdoor area with a wooden bench, a staircase, and a sign reading 'Vibe Ella'.

A room with a large window overlooking a forested area, a table with a glass top, and a vase with yellow flowers.

A modern building with a staircase leading to a covered entrance, surrounded by vegetation.

18. Vibe Ella

Ella

£31

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A natural landscape with a waterfall, a gate, and a large rock with the letters "AKWAY" on it.

A hotel room with a bed, a table with chairs, a view of the mountains, and a balcony.

A multi-story hotel with a stone retaining wall, a staircase, and a flag.

19. Akway Resort

Beragala

Matthew

£95

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern building with a large open dining area, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A spacious living area with large windows, a sofa, striped chairs, and a coffee table.

A stone staircase leading to a building with a blue exterior and a balcony.

20. Melheim Resort and Spa

Beragala

Alistair

£90

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Top Watta Hotel Reviews

Elevate Ella Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Great views, very helpful staff. Wished we could have stayed longer"

Hide Ella Hotel & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was spacious, clean, well-organized, and featured a sleek, modern design. The absolute highlight was the views—simply amazing from everywhere we went, including the room, restaurant, bar, and pool. The buffet breakfast was delicious with plenty of variety. A special shoutout to the staff who provided truly outstanding service. The location is ideal: perched on the hill so it’s easy for cars to access, yet still well within short walking distance of the town center, shops, and restaurants. Highly recommended!"

The Cubes Ella

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel with great staff and a beautiful location. The breakfast was excellent - possibly the best chicken curry I’ve had in Sri Lanka. The only downside is that is quite far from the centre of Ella - and getting a Tuk-Tuk through PickMe was almost impossible - meaning I had to pay at least twice as much to flag one down."

Ella Flower Garden Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed my stay and will definitely come back."

Ella Dream Catcher Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Good Hospitality"

Ella Retreat Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely stay at Ella Retreat. The staff were friendly and welcoming, the room was clean and included a fridge, kettle, little cooktop and kitchen sink which was handy. We had one of the best breakfasts of our trip here - it was delicious and very generous with portions, with lots of options to choose from. Just look out for the monkeys who might pay you a visit with an eye for your food! Complimentary archery was fun, and we loved the rustic charm of the place. Please note that you can not park at the accommodation - they have a parking spot at the bottom of the hill and will cart you and your luggage up in a tuktuk (about a 5 min drive up a narrow, winding road)."

98 Acres Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place. Can’t fault a single thing. We stayed in a two bedroom suite and it was amazing. Staffs are very polite and helpful. Always ready to help with a buggy. Spa was amazing in a very scenic set up. Secluded yet just a few mins drive to main city centre. Pool area is nice but the pool is rather small. Breakfast is very good, made to order. Complimentary guided trek to little Adams peak just behind the resort. They gave discount vouchers for Ravana pool club and zip lining but we didn’t have time to try. Overall fully recommend."

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 !!"

Nine Arch Holiday Resort

10/10 Excellent

"A solid budget-friendly stay with a homely feel. Owners were extremely helpful. We'd happily stay here again!"

More cheap stays in Watta

ELLA NATURE NEST

Athulgashinna Ella Uva

£13

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)

Ella Village View Homestay

Lane Number 1 Ella Uva

£17

9 Oct - 10 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)

Fogy Ella Hotel

Ella Rd Ella UP

£18

3 Nov - 4 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Ella Alpine Resort

Waterfall Road Ella Uva

£30

9 Oct - 10 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (84 reviews)

Majentra Ella

7th Mile Post Ella UP

£147

14 Oct - 15 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Mars Wonderland View

Waterfall Road, Watagoda Waththa Ella UP

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Watta?

The best area to stay in Watta is around the central tea plantations, particularly those surrounding the town of Bandarawela or closer to Ella.For travellers seeking a tranquil escape with stunning natural beauty, staying directly within a tea estate offers an unparalleled experience. These estates generally provide boutique accommodation with views of rolling hills covered in tea bushes. You'll find yourself surrounded by lush greenery and the peaceful rhythm of plantation life. This setting is great for couples looking for a romantic getaway or solo travellers seeking quiet reflection.Couples often appreciate the secluded nature of these tea estate bungalows, many of which offer private balconies and personalised service. You can enjoy guided walks through the plantations, learn about tea production, and savour fresh, locally grown tea. The cooler climate at this elevation also offers a pleasant respite from the heat of the lowlands.Solo travellers will find the peaceful environment conducive to relaxation and introspection. Many estates offer activities like nature trails and cooking classes, providing gentle opportunities for engagement without being overwhelming.

When is the best time to go to Watta?

The best time to visit Watta is during the dry season, which runs from April to September.During these months, you'll experience warm weather with plenty of sunshine and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for exploring the region's tea plantations and enjoying outdoor activities. The average temperature hovers around 25-30°C, great for hiking or simply relaxing with a cup of the local tea.Couples looking for a tranquil escape often find this period great for romantic strolls through the verdant hills and enjoying sundowners with panoramic views. The clear skies offer stunning photographic opportunities, especially at sunrise and sunset.For solo travellers, the dry season provides comfortable conditions for exploring the many walking trails and visiting local villages without the disruption of heavy rains.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Watta.

How much is the nightly rate at a Watta hotel?

Prices for hotels in Watta often vary, but you can find a great deal from £13 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Watta hotels

1. River Cottage Wellawaya

2. Jetwing Kaduruketha

3. Living Heritage Koslanda

4. Moi Ella by DBI

5. Wishing Tree Boutique Resort Haputale

6. Wild Escape

7. Clio Ella Resort

8. Villa Lé Maas Tota

9. Nature Kingdom Sri Lanka

10. Dowa Elegance Resort

11. O2 Haputale

12. La Pentera

13. Bandarawela Hotel

14. Thotalagala

15. Te Dalu Resort & Spa

16. HILL SIDE RESORT - Ella

17. Train View Chalet

18. Vibe Ella

19. Akway Resort

20. Melheim Resort and Spa

Top Watta Hotel Reviews

Elevate Ella Resort and Spa

Hide Ella Hotel & Resort

The Cubes Ella

Ella Flower Garden Resort

Ella Dream Catcher Resort

Ella Retreat Hotel

98 Acres Resort & Spa

Misty Hills Ella Resort

Nine Arch Holiday Resort

More cheap stays in Watta

ELLA NATURE NEST

Ella Village View Homestay

Fogy Ella Hotel

Ella Alpine Resort

Majentra Ella

Mars Wonderland View

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