Here are some of the highest‑rated hotels and guesthouses in Ella (Sri Lanka), with a short note on why guests like each place. Ratings and review counts come from Booking.com / Tripadvisor pages linked below.

• CHILL VILLE (Chill Ville, View Point Hotel) — consistently excellent reviews (Booking score ~9.4). Standout: panoramic Ella‑Gap views, friendly staff, pool and quiet hilltop location. (booking.com)

• Secret View Homestay (Secret View) — top guest scores (Booking ~9.4–9.6). Standout: outstanding mountain views, very highly rated hosts/staff and great value for money. Good for couples and travelers who want a homestay vibe. (booking.com)

• 98 Acres Resort & Spa — one of Ella’s most famous luxury properties (high ratings on Booking & Tripadvisor). Standout: dramatic hilltop setting, large property with spa/pool and access to hikes; mixed comments sometimes about busy/visitor noise but overall very popular. (booking.com)

• Anasa Wellness Resort — top luxury/wellness option with strong guest scores (Booking ~8.7–9.1). Standout: wellness/spa facilities, private chalet villas, excellent service and scenic plantation views (note: it’s a bit farther from Ella town). (booking.com)

• Zion View Ella (Zion View Green Retreat) — highly rated for views and service (Booking ~8.9). Standout: great location just above town, strong staff reviews and family‑friendly rooms. (booking.com)

• EKHO Ella — well reviewed (Booking ~8.7). Standout: central but peaceful location, good mountain views, reliable service and breakfast; good mid‑to‑upscale hotel option. (booking.com)

• Morning Dew Boutique Hotel Ella — popular boutique choice with rooftop pool and good reviews (Booking ~8.3+). Standout: rooftop views/pool and good guest facilities; good mid‑range option. (booking.com)

Notes

• I based this short list on Booking.com and Tripadvisor review scores, review counts and common guest comments (views, staff, cleanliness, facilities). For an overview of top‑rated Ella properties on Booking, see the Ella reviews page. (booking.com)
• If you want, I can check current prices and availability for any of these properties on your travel dates (prices change frequently).