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Ellen's Place

3.5 star property
Hotel in Colombo with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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31, Shady grove avenue, Colombo 08, Colombo
  • Place, House of Fashions
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Colombo Golf Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Colombo

Located in Borella, Ellen's Place is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as House of Fashions and Royal Colombo Golf Club. This 3.5-star hotel has 6 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • House of Fashions - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Colombo Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Golden Key Eye & ENT Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Viharamahadevi Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fab - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sri Anandabhavan Hotel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Love Berry Juice Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Juicy Hut - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Ellen's Place

Hotel in Colombo with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk
At Ellen's Place, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a rooftop terrace. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet, plus flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and ceiling fans are also standard.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 5 kids 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 12.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-4:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Ellen's Place?

Ellen's Place provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Ellen's Place?

This hotel is situated in Borella within a 10-minute walk of Royal Colombo Golf Club and House of Fashions. You'll also find Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall and Colombo City Centre within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Ellen's Place?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Ellen's Place feature a casino?

No, Ellen's Place doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ellen's Place?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Ellen's Place?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a soaking tub and free Internet access as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Ellen's Place have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Ellen's Place feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Ellen's Place serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Ellen's Place allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ellen's Place.

Are there connecting rooms at Ellen's Place?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Ellen's Place?

The closest major airport to Ellen's Place is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB), which is 20.2 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Ellen's Place?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Ellen's Place.

Ellen's Place Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

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 Poor

Subhash

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. But not close to any shops/ restaurants unlike other areas in colombo

10/10 Excellent

Komitige

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic accomodation for anyone staying in Colombo. Very clean, comfortable and great staff .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super-helpful staff, always willing to help. Allowed us to check in 3-4 hours early. Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

saifuddin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a comfortable stay
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Davii

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and boutique hotel on a quiet side street
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alisha J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shrikant, Canada

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellant facility. Friendly staff. I would love to stzu here again. More thsn grest value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent caring service; convenient location. Pretty layout
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would love to return

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!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel, with great facilities and location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice wifi, kind staff, nice meal. You might want mosquito repellent spray when you stay Sri Lanka.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

jane, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Anna-Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

Erin, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

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