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Hive Ella - Hostel

Ella

Situated in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Hive Ella - Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

B
Bert
From
Belgium
You want to stay in THIS place when you're visiting Ella! Gihan, the owner, does everything to make your stay as pleasant as possible! The best experience I had in Sri Lanka!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
Price from
US$32
1 night, 2 adults

Downtown Hostels Ella

Ella

Situated in Ella, 4.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Downtown Hostels Ella features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

M
Mylène
From
Canada
Good location. Confortable dorms. Good breakfast. Lovely staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Dream Ville

Ella

Set in Ella, 14 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Dream Ville offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

O
Oliwia
From
Poland
Everything was great, very helpful ppl. Place I will come back to some day. Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
Price from
US$110
1 night, 2 adults

Ella Escapade Hostel

Ella

Situated in Ella, 10 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Escapade Hostel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

T
Thibault
From
France
Great property away from the hustle. Great people too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
US$23.40
1 night, 2 adults

The 1964 Holiday bungalow

Ella

Set in Ella, 10 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The 1964 Holiday bungalow offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
SR
From
India
Lovely guesthouse run by Amil. He was kind enough to pick me from railway station as the property was slightly away from Ella town. He also took me around to a few places nearby since the Tuk Tuks werent that reliable. The guesthouse was one of my favorites in Sri Lanka. It had a very homey feel to it. I loved spending time on the Hammock while the sunsets. They went out of their way to prepare Parota and Potato Veggies since I mentioned that I didnt want to eat Kottu or Hoppers. Shoutout to Mangala for giving me company and sharing more about Sri Lanka.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Price from
US$16.20
1 night, 2 adults

Nature mount hostel ella

Ella

Situated in Ella, within 4.7 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 47 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Nature mount hostel ella features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

G
Giulia
From
Italy
The location is perfect: in the city center but far from the noise. The owner is amazing, such a lovely person. I wish I had more time to stay there more..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

Ella Mount Hostel

Ella

Situated in Ella, within 1.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 47 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Ella Mount Hostel features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for...

E
Ella Jungle Villa
From
Sri Lanka
Wow.its nice place and comfortable. Room was very clean and perfect. Owner was very friendly and kindly. It s near by hive hostel.Room was very clean. Highly recommended that place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$22
1 night, 2 adults

Ella CityZing Hostel

Ella

Boasting a garden, Ella CityZing Hostel is situated in Ella in the Badulla District region, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

J
James
From
New Zealand
Every thing perfect ..... Nice vibe .. Walking distance to everywhre .. I love this place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Nifty Hostel Ella

Ella

Nifty Hostel Ella is set in Ella, 48 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden and 49 km from Horton Plains National Park.

N
Nikhil
From
India
Amazing hosts and great location. Everything is in walkable distance. Highly recommended Hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
US$27.86
1 night, 2 adults

4 Axes Ella

Ella

Located in Ella, 4.1 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 4 Axes Ella provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a garden.

S
Sara
From
Australia
"Location is verry good and I recommended to my friends my cousins the place, Foods delicious, and staff very good friendly and always think about us, and find what we need, we dont want to find them, staff always find about us do us everything. I will Recomend 4 Axes
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$48
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,112 reviews
    From
    US$46
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
    From
    US$23
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
    From
    US$15
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
    From
    US$32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
    From
    US$55
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
    From
    US$16
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
    From
    US$110
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
    From
    US$38
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
    From
    US$36
    1 night, 2 adults
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    US$75
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$48
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
    From
    US$20
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
    From
    US$24
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
    From
    US$22
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
    From
    US$28
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
    From
    US$32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews
    From
    US$20
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
    From
    US$19
    1 night, 2 adults
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    US$26
    1 night, 2 adults

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Hive Ella - Hostel

Ella

Situated in Ella, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Hive Ella - Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

B
Bert
From
Belgium
You want to stay in THIS place when you're visiting Ella! Gihan, the owner, does everything to make your stay as pleasant as possible! The best experience I had in Sri Lanka!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
Price from
US$32
1 night, 2 adults

Downtown Hostels Ella

Ella

Situated in Ella, 4.5 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Downtown Hostels Ella features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

M
Mylène
From
Canada
Good location. Confortable dorms. Good breakfast. Lovely staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Dream Ville

Ella

Set in Ella, 14 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Dream Ville offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

O
Oliwia
From
Poland
Everything was great, very helpful ppl. Place I will come back to some day. Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
Price from
US$110
1 night, 2 adults

Ella Escapade Hostel

Ella

Situated in Ella, 10 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Escapade Hostel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

T
Thibault
From
France
Great property away from the hustle. Great people too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
US$23.40
1 night, 2 adults

The 1964 Holiday bungalow

Ella

Set in Ella, 10 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The 1964 Holiday bungalow offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
SR
From
India
Lovely guesthouse run by Amil. He was kind enough to pick me from railway station as the property was slightly away from Ella town. He also took me around to a few places nearby since the Tuk Tuks werent that reliable. The guesthouse was one of my favorites in Sri Lanka. It had a very homey feel to it. I loved spending time on the Hammock while the sunsets. They went out of their way to prepare Parota and Potato Veggies since I mentioned that I didnt want to eat Kottu or Hoppers. Shoutout to Mangala for giving me company and sharing more about Sri Lanka.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Price from
US$16.20
1 night, 2 adults

Nature mount hostel ella

Ella

Situated in Ella, within 4.7 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 47 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Nature mount hostel ella features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

G
Giulia
From
Italy
The location is perfect: in the city center but far from the noise. The owner is amazing, such a lovely person. I wish I had more time to stay there more..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

Ella Mount Hostel

Ella

Situated in Ella, within 1.9 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 47 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Ella Mount Hostel features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for...

E
Ella Jungle Villa
From
Sri Lanka
Wow.its nice place and comfortable. Room was very clean and perfect. Owner was very friendly and kindly. It s near by hive hostel.Room was very clean. Highly recommended that place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$22
1 night, 2 adults

Ella CityZing Hostel

Ella

Boasting a garden, Ella CityZing Hostel is situated in Ella in the Badulla District region, 4.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 49 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

J
James
From
New Zealand
Every thing perfect ..... Nice vibe .. Walking distance to everywhre .. I love this place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Nifty Hostel Ella

Ella

Nifty Hostel Ella is set in Ella, 48 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden and 49 km from Horton Plains National Park.

N
Nikhil
From
India
Amazing hosts and great location. Everything is in walkable distance. Highly recommended Hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
US$27.86
1 night, 2 adults

4 Axes Ella

Ella

Located in Ella, 4.1 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, 4 Axes Ella provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a garden.

S
Sara
From
Australia
"Location is verry good and I recommended to my friends my cousins the place, Foods delicious, and staff very good friendly and always think about us, and find what we need, we dont want to find them, staff always find about us do us everything. I will Recomend 4 Axes
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$48
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 619 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,112 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Ella and nearby

Night manner hostel

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated within 48 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden and 49 km of Horton Plains National Park, Night manner hostel offers rooms in Ella.

From US$28.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Ella, 4.3 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, The bunker Hostal - Ella Srilanka offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$24.53 per night

Hill Forest Cottage

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Set in Ella, 5.8 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Hill Forest Cottage offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$21.60 per night

Ella Ostella

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Situated in Ella, 5.7 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Ostella features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$20 per night

New Mount Villa

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Set in Ella, 5.1 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, New Mount Villa offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$15 per night

ASK River Side

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Featuring a garden, ASK River Side is located in Ella in the Badulla District region, 3.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 47 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

From US$11.10 per night

Tiki bar hostel ella

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Set in Ella, 4.4 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Tiki bar hostel ella offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Cozy House Hostel

Ella
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews

Located in Ella, 4.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Cozy House Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

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Free tours Hostel

Nikawatawana
No credit card needed

Free tours Hostel is set in Nikawatawana, within 13 km of Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya and 13 km of Popham's Arboretum.

From US$12.34 per night

Backpackers Hostel

Ella
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews

Situated in Ella, 4.2 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Backpackers Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Tomorrowland

Ella
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Located in Ella, 10 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Tomorrowland provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 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
Avg. price/night: US$110
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 143 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
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Amazing and stylish hostel for backpackers! Great location, good staff and tasty breakfast!
Guest review by
Hanna
Solo traveller