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Downtown Hostels Ella

Ella

Located in Ella, 2.8 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Downtown Hostels Ella has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

R
Rachel
From
Canada
Cleanest and newest place I stayed in all of Sri Lanka. It actually had a RAIN SHOWER and is in a great location - not on the Main Street but close enough that it’s super convenient yet not too loud.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews
Price from
$38.80
1 night, 2 adults

Dream Ville

Ella

Located in Ella, 8.8 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Dream Ville provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

S
Stefhny
From
Canada
The hotel was amazing! The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated. Overall, a great stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Price from
$110
1 night, 2 adults

Ella Escapade Hostel

Ella

Located in Ella, 6 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Escapade Hostel has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

S
Seif
From
Egypt
A brilliant place with stunning views. The staff is very helpful and they offer free breakfast and dinner. Would definitely visit again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
$37
1 night, 2 adults

The 1964 Holiday bungalow

Ella

Located in Ella, 6.1 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The 1964 Holiday bungalow has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

A
Abhisree
From
India
Everything about this place was amazing!! Excellent host, superb location, great homemade food and the cherry on top was the accommodative host we had!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
Price from
$16.20
1 night, 2 adults

Nature mount hostel ella

Ella

Located in Ella, within 2.9 miles of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 29 miles of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Nature mount hostel ella has accommodations with a garden as well as free private parking for...

I
I Made
From
Indonesia
Cute little hostel, they’re new so there wasn’t much happening. The rooftop is a great spot to enjoy your morning coffee or brekkie. Staff and owner are amazing, genuinely kind. Will comeback for sure!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
$23
1 night, 2 adults

Ella CityZing Hostel

Ella

Featuring a garden, Ella CityZing Hostel is located in Ella in the Badulla District region, 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

A
Abi
From
United Arab Emirates
Best location, that is close to all main sightseeings. Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
$20
1 night, 2 adults

Nifty Hostel Ella

Ella

Nifty Hostel Ella has accommodations in Ella near Ella Train Station and Ella Spice Garden Cooking Class.

G
Gizem
From
Turkey
Clean, comfortable, delicious breakfast and very helpful staff. I guess they are new, best hostel i stayed in sri lanka. Definitely recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Price from
$27.86
1 night, 2 adults

4 Axes Ella

Ella

Located in Ella, 2.6 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 4 Axes Ella provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking and a garden.

K
Kalhara
From
Sri Lanka
Breakfast was good.place is very nice and confy,staff are kind helped us,arranged a trishaw to go to the Ella.it was good.we enjoyed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$48
1 night, 2 adults

Ella Kumi Hostel

Ella

Featuring a garden, Ella Kumi Hostel is located in Ella in the Badulla District region, 1.2 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 1.2 miles from Little Adam's Peak.

Z
Zuzana
From
Slovakia
The owner is very kind and will go above and beyond to make you comfortable! Feels more like a guesthouse and less like a hostel :) It's walking distance from Little Adams peak and the bridge.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Price from
$20.40
1 night, 2 adults

Eyeful Ella Hostel

Ella

Located in Ella, 1.2 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Eyeful Ella Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

M
Michael Rey
From
Philippines
The people working at the hostel were very attentive and welcoming, and they were accommodating throughout my stay. Breakfast was also excellent. Forever grateful! The dorm beds have privacy curtains, which is always a must for me. This was my first hostel experience in Sri Lanka, and I really loved it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults
All hostels in Ella

Looking for a hostel?

Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

Most booked hostels in Ella and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 384 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,056 reviews

Save money on hostels in Ella and nearby – budget options available

  • Ella Ostella

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

    Located in Ella, 3.6 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Ostella has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

    From $22 per night
  • New Mount Villa

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Ella, 3.2 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, New Mount Villa has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From $40 per night
  • Tomorrowland

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Located in Ella, 6.3 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Tomorrowland provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From $42.90 per night
  • Ravana Falls Resort

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Ravana Falls Resort features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Ella. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a grill.

    From $10 per night
  • FORET Ella

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

    Located within 3.1 miles of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 30 miles of Hakgala Botanical Garden, FORET Ella has rooms in Ella.

    From $9.99 per night
  • Mad monkey hostel and lounge

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 366 reviews

    Located in Ella, 3.1 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Mad monkey hostel and lounge provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Backpackers Hostel

    Ella
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 384 reviews

    Located in Ella, 2.6 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Backpackers Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Ella and nearby

  • ASK River Side

    Ella
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Featuring a garden, ASK River Side is located in Ella in the Badulla District region, 2.4 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 29 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

  • Free tours Hostel

    Nikawatawana
    No credit card needed

    Located within 6.5 miles of Sigiriya Rock and 8.5 miles of Pidurangala Rock, Free tours Hostel has rooms in Nikawatawana.

    From $10.29 per night
  • Pepper Hills Ella

    Ella
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Located in Ella, 11 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Pepper Hills Ella has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From $44 per night

FAQ about hostels in Ella

Hostels that guests love in Ella

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
    Hive Ella Hostel has an amazing vibe and is great for meeting people. The communal areas are welcoming and lively.
    Guest review by
    Alessandro
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
    Lovely host. Sham is a very nice person. All the other staff also, very friendly and helpful 🫶 The place is wonderful, feels like safe and chillful, and so far the best hostel we ever been in Sri Lanka. The food is soooo delicious 😋 You could go for a walk with Marley, one of the cutest dogs I ever met!!
    Guest review by
    Ali
    Group
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
    Amazing and stylish hostel for backpackers! Great location, good staff and tasty breakfast!
    Guest review by
    Hanna
    Solo traveler