Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Lanka Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Colombo City Centre - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Nawaloka Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Galle Face Green - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 38 min drive
Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 12 min drive
Colombo Fort Station - 15 min drive
Wellawatta Railway Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
The Fab - 9 min walk
Zen Japanese Resturant - 14 min walk
McDonald's - 10 min walk
t-Lounge By Dilmah - 12 min walk
The Juicy Hut - 8 min walk
About this property
Ellen's Place
Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Ellen's Place. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. A children's pool, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 5 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 12.00 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Ellen's Place Hotel Colombo
Ellen's Place Hotel
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Ellen's Place
Ellen's Place Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ellen's Place offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ellen's Place does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Ellen's Place?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Ellen's Place?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ellen's Place?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ellen's Place?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Ellen's Place?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bellagio Casino (5-min drive) and Bally's Casino (5-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Ellen's Place and nearby?
Ellen's Place has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ellen's Place?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Ellen's Place have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Ellen's Place like?
Ellen's Place is a short 7-minute walk from House of Fashions and 8 minutes' walk from Royal Colombo Golf Club.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Fair
Jul 1, 2023
Nothing much to like other than the location.
The place is badly maintained with hardly any staff.
The front door is shut by 8.30 PM which was inconvenient.
The reception is shockingly badly kept as are the exterior areas.Rooms maintenance is dismal.
I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Subhash
Subhash, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2023
This place is quiet and clean, perfect to rest and recover from travelling and for a very affordable price. Dennis the owner was very helpful in finding a driver for a day trip that I did on my last day there. Believe the other reviews - this place is a nice one. The location is not in the busy centre of Colombo but you can walk to museums from here, no problem (or a short taxi trip is walking is not your thing). I didn't take up the offer of breakfast but they provide it is you like.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2023
Great stay. But not close to any shops/ restaurants unlike other areas in colombo
Ivan
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2022
Excellent place to stay
Komitige
Komitige, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2020
Fantastic accomodation for anyone staying in Colombo. Very clean, comfortable and great staff .
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 15, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2019
Super-helpful staff, always willing to help. Allowed us to check in 3-4 hours early. Clean room.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2019
Had a comfortable stay
saifuddin
saifuddin, 11-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 10, 2019
It is a private property with 6 bedrooms
Rooms are spacious bathrooms are big
Tiles and fixtures are upgraded but curtains sheets were dirty infested with roaches and mosquitoes
Verified traveler
11-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2019
Wonderful staff and boutique hotel on a quiet side street
Davii
Davii, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2019
Comfortable start to out Sri Lankan adventure
It was only a short stay as we arrived late at night and left the next day at checkout. Sudharshan was very responsive in organising transport for us both before our stay and while we were there. The room was nice, clean and they provided slippers and robes. Location was good. Walking distance to Black Cat Cafe and Cinnamon Gardens. Good value. Would stay here again.
Alisha J
Alisha J, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2019
Excellant facility. Friendly staff. I would love to stzu here again. More thsn grest value for the money.
Amazing service from the moment we arrived, staff were really helpful and friendly. Room was really clean and comfortable with all mod-cons. Little paradise in the hustle of Colombo!
Laura
Laura, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2018
Beautiful hotel, with great facilities and location
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2018
Fantastic Ellen's place
Fantastic, the hotel manager was ready for us when we arrived at 2am. Room was fabulous. The manager was very helpful with information regardin places to see in Colombo. Only stayed 2 nights but would recommend. Pool is small but really cool after a hot day.
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2018
Nice wifi, kind staff, nice meal. You might want mosquito repellent spray when you stay Sri Lanka.
Verified traveler
14-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2018
Character & charm coupled with efficiency
A lovely hotel in a great and central location. Ellen's Place has stacks of character - boutique in style but with the smooth operation of a much larger organisation: the people working here and friendly and professional and could not have done more to make our stay a pleasant one. The room was fantastic (large, clean and well-decorated) and the breakfast was great (fresh, plentiful, and promptly served). A great hotel - we will certainly return!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 24, 2018
Comfortable, clean and friendly staff
The hotel was clean, staff were extremely friendly and our room was huge! The hotel doesn’t have much else going on apart from a comfortable spacious room to stay in. A good place to stay in after a long flight.
A little expensive and you pay extra for breakfast which the price was also high compared to other places and for what it was.
We also got a taxi recommended by the guy who ran the hotel which was 12000 rupees which we thought was 2000 to Mirissa a 1 and a half journey. Make sure you look for other taxi companies as they will be half the price! I stayed in a 5 star hotel afterwards which was offering that much for a private driver for the whole day!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2018
Fantastic hotel away from the crowds
A bit off the beaten track but only 300 rupies to get into town. A very welcome pool to relax in. Staff could not be more helpfull.
A brilliant restaurant 'August' just 5 minnutes walk.
jane
jane, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2017
Graham
Graham, 6-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2017
Michael
Michael, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 7, 2017
Helpful staff
I only stayed at Ellen's for a few hours. I did manage to get some sleep and enjoy a cup of tea. The hosts were great as they let me in at 4am and were up to order me a taxi at 6am.
Anna-Maree
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2016
Cozy corner in Colombo
I really enjoyed my brief stay. Might have been easier booking a hotel closer to the center of town but I couldn't have found a more welcoming place to start my journey. The staff was incredible, accommodating any request and offering assistance with everything from meals to transportation. It felt like staying in a friend's home and you can't get better than that.