Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 82 reviews.
Jai
India · Couple · August 2025
+Best view Very helpful owner Best staff Spacious rooms and comfortable checkin with clean rooms
−Their is nothing u cannot like about this place
Tatiana
Netherlands · Family · July 2025
“Good value and amazing views”
+The room was very big with awesome views of the mountains right in front of our balcony. Very relaxing place. You can order food from a very good restaurant with a huge menu.
−It’s a bit far from Ella but also a more relaxing place to stay away from the chaos of the town.
Jaroslav
Czechia · Family · July 2025
“Very good”
+Nice and spatious rooms and place, moscits on all beds, excellent wiev to the green hills, even from the bed, nice and helpfull owner and people around. Good breakfast. Hotel is 20 min driving to Ella.
−Bathrooms need a bit care namely tiling. One room (out of our 3 rented) didn't have warm water for 3 days.
Ben
Qatar · Family · July 2025
“Basic, clean, outstanding staff… excellent value for money. Would stay again in a heartbeat.”
+A truly wonderful place. A rustic sanctuary in the Ella hills. Highly recommended.
−Wish the rooms had AC, although the gentle breeze in Ella (and the fans in all rooms) means that it really isn’t a big problem.
Mtjamil
Bangladesh · Solo · July 2025
“A Hidden Gem Where Time Stands Still”
+Nestled in a sleepy hill village between Ella and Bandarawela, Maridian Hotel is a quiet retreat far away from the usual tourist trail- quite literally in the middle of nowhere. The two towns lie at a fair distance, requiring a tuk-tuk ride, which only adds to the sense of seclusion and charm. The property itself is basic, yet what it lacks in luxury it more than makes up for in natural beauty and serenity. Our room was surprisingly spacious and opened to an L-shaped balcony that offered an uninterrupted view of the mountains. The moment we slid open the balcony doors, we were met with a view that was nothing short of breathtaking- vast, wild mountains stretching endlessly into the horizon, with strong winds and the soothing sounds of nature all around. We spent hours on the beanbags in silence, simply listening to the wind, the occasional bird call, and from a distance- the quiet, almost ghostlike movement of a train on an old bridge. At night, the silence deepened. With no other guests in sight, it felt like we had stepped into a forgotten chapter of a novel. There is a small, open restaurant on-site, dimly lit and surrounded by darkness, except for the soft glow of distant hillt
−The canopy bed curtains could definitely use some cleaning, as there were cobwebs on top, and we didn't get hot water in the morning , perhaps the geyser takes longer to heat up. The door bolts also need some repair. While these were minor inconveniences for me personally, they may bother others, and a bit more attention to maintenance would greatly improve the overall experience at this otherwise magical place.
Samuel
Seychelles · Couple · June 2025
“Great view and an amazing host”
+I stayed three nights at the Maridian Hotel. The thing I liked the most about the place was the view. Our host, Mr Chaminda,is a great guy, very friendly and helpful and made our stay really great.
−I am not a big fan of open showers.
Anonymous
Sri Lanka · Couple · June 2025
“Decent stay with Mountain View”
+Location was perfect for the nature lovers. View from the room itself amazing 🤩 from the bed you can see the whole mountain range. Also witness the train going through mountains from room balcony. Also can have good breakfast with the Mountain View. I heard peacock sound from far but couldn’t spot any. Owner of the property is very friendly and also supportive.
Avarjana
Sri Lanka · Couple · May 2025
“Exceptional”
+The place is superb with a nice location
Happyhippy
New Zealand · Group of friends · April 2025
“Amazing views.”
+The room was large with amazing views. There is a restaurant that orders in for you, either traditional Sri Lankan food or pizza hut. The breakfast was large and filling. The host was fantastic and always around if you needed him.
−I found the mattress hard, but guess that is personal preference.
Thanushka
Sri Lanka · Couple · April 2025
“Solid Stay I will Come back!”
+I had an amazing stay in Bandarawela! The place was clean, cozy, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. What truly stood out was the warm hospitality - the manager was incredibly friendly, always making sure everything was just right. One of the highlights of my stay was the local breakfast - absolutely delicious and full of authentic Sri Lankan flavors. A truly memorable experience, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the area!