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Tunnel Top Inn Ella

3.0 star property

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Free daily full breakfast
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Deluxe Double Room, Air conditioning, Mountain View | View from room
Deluxe Double Room, Air conditioning, Mountain View

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May

Explore the area

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Nine Arch Rd, Ella, UP, 90090
  • Place, Nine Arches Bridge
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nature Trail Ella
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Adam's Peak
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Deluxe Double Room, Air conditioning, Mountain View

Deluxe Double Room, Air conditioning, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Ella

Tunnel Top Inn Ella places you in the centre of Ella, within just a 5-minute stroll of Nine Arches Bridge and within 20 minutes of Nature Trail Ella. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, furnished balconies and LED TVs. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area, a garden and a picnic area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Ella hotel include Flying Ravana Mega Zipline and Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care.

What's nearby

  • Nine Arches Bridge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Flying Ravana Mega Zipline - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nature Trail Ella - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Little Adam's Peak - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care - 7 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Ella Railway Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chill Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Barista - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪UFO - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪360 Ella - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dream Café - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Tunnel Top Inn Ella

Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Tunnel Top Inn Ella. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ella hotel.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
Tunnel Top Inn Ella offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 24-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Tunnel Top Inn Ella

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number PV00331939

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Tunnel Top Inn Ella?

Yep, Tunnel Top Inn Ella has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Tunnel Top Inn Ella?

As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tunnel Top Inn Ella on 24 May 2026 start from NZ$153, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes Tunnel Top Inn Ella a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as memory foam beds and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Tunnel Top Inn Ella.

Does Tunnel Top Inn Ella serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tunnel Top Inn Ella?

No, Tunnel Top Inn Ella does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tunnel Top Inn Ella?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tunnel Top Inn Ella?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Tunnel Top Inn Ella Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BARRY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible views from our room at Tunnel Top, overlooking the beautiful valley and the iconic train tracks! The room was spacious, very clean, and comfortable. We also loved that drinks were available for free throughout our stay. The staff were outstanding — super friendly and genuinely accommodating. They made us drinks, helped carry our luggage up the stairs, and even arranged tuk tuk transportation into Ella for us. Their warm hospitality made our stay even better. What really sealed the deal for us was the location — just a two-minute walk from the famous Nine Arches Bridge, which was the main reason we chose Tunnel Top. Perfect for anyone wanting easy access to this iconic spot while enjoying a peaceful, scenic stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

rezaul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and amazing view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Views from this property are stunning. The staff could not be more friendly and helpful. They were a real pleasure. My room was clean and roomy. The property was conveniently located a two minute walk from nine arches Bridge and an excellent restaurant. The breakfast provided at the hotel was tasty and provided an abundant amount of food.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely accommodation with fantastic views, breakfast was wonderful and plenty of it. Very friendly staff. Accommodation provides tuk tuk service to meet a private driver (as too steep for a large car) or take you into Ella town for a meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location is wonderful and the room is exactly as described with everything you will need including a fully stocked free fridge . Lovely breakfast and exceptional staff who take to and from town for free in a tuk tuk.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was perfect, overlooking the railway line and fantastic views. The staff are very warm and helpful, breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views from the balcony are unbelievable and can watch the train go past. Rooms were clean, spacious, modern and all the essentials were provided. The fridge was stocked with coke, water, beers all for free. Dina was the best host, could not do enough for us and made our time very special there, constantly giving us lifts into the town when needed as was 20 minute drive into town. He even waited until 1am one night to take us back home after a night out. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Solveig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personalet var virkelig imødekommende og serviceminded. Hotellet ligger i bjergene og har udsigt til naturen. Morgenmaden er fantastisk. Der er 2 minutters gang til Nine Arch Bridge, 1 times gang til Little Adams Peak og 40 minutters gang til Ella centrum langs jernbanen. Men hotellet har også en tuktuk, de gerne kører dig rundt i uden ekstra omkostninger. Vi havde et virkeligt fantastisk ophold.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026