Hill Forest Cottage
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationAbesiriya, Medapathana, EllaShow on map
7.6 · Good27 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.1 out of 10, at Abesiriya, Medapathana.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Tranquil Retreat in Ella's Hill Forest
Scenic Views and Cozy Accommodations Experience a serene stay at Hill Forest Cottage, offering comfortable rooms with mountain views and private terraces. Enjoy the convenience of in-room amenities like a desk, bed linen, and a safety deposit box. Some rooms even come with a kitchen for added comfort.
Delightful Dining and Recreational Activities Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, or opt for room service for a cozy night in. Explore the surrounding area with complimentary bike rentals or unwind with karaoke nights. The property also offers free shuttle services for your convenience.
Convenient Location and Multilingual Staff Located near popular attractions like Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and Hakgala Botanical Garden, Hill Forest Cottage is the perfect base for your adventures. Our multilingual staff, fluent in Arabic, English, and Chinese, is ready to assist you during your stay.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Rooms
7.6
Good
Rated 7.6 out of 10 by 27 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.5
- Service8.3
- Location8.1
- Rooms7.8
- Amenities7.2
- Value6.9
- Food & drink7.3
Guests mention
Lovely staffConvenient locationComfortable roomsBeautiful views
AlyssaLovely staff we arrived late at 9pm due to travel from kandy and the manager woke up and helped us check in offered us dinner and made a pot of tea wish we stayed 2 nights as we missed the beautiful views from our…
KeerthiLKGood
VladSpainNice place if you don't mind the location
Big room, nice terrace, nice view, the person who tales care of the place is a good person, all in all, a great place of you don't mind the location.
The problem is the location. It's very hard to reach it. The tuktuk…
GwendolineFranceDon't go there.
Nothing
Don’t go there. First of all, the room smelled horrible, as if it hadn’t been opened in a very long time. When I opened the minibar fridge, which was turned off but closed, I found dirt, mold, and bugs.
The…
ClaudiaEgyptBreakfast was really good, very very friendly staff!
The best thing about this place is Praveen who has been absolutely kind, friendly, and helpful to us. We spent sometime talking and he is an amazing young man who will do everything to make sure you are comfortable and…
JeanneViet NamAmazing
Super friendly and helpful staff. Delicious breakfast. The room has an amazing view of the mountains and is very comfortable. Highly recommend this place.
No really negative comment. The place is a bit outside the city…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated August 2025.
Where you’ll be
Abesiriya, Medapathana, Ella
Guests rate the location 8.1 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hill Forest Cottage
What time is check-in and check-out at Hill Forest Cottage?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hill Forest Cottage allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Hill Forest Cottage?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Hill Forest Cottage?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Hill Forest Cottage have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Hill Forest Cottage have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Hill Forest Cottage?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Hill Forest Cottage?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hill Forest Cottage?
Abesiriya, Medapathana, Ella.
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