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Hostels in Ella

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The best hostels in Ella

Some of the best backpacker spots in Ella

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 619 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
    From
    US$110
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
    From
    US$23
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
    From
    US$16
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
    From
    US$23
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$28
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
    From
    US$20
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
    From
    US$28
    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 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
    From
    US$20
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$44
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
    From
    US$36
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
    From
    US$24
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
    From
    US$32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
    From
    US$50
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
    From
    US$7
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
    From
    US$32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
    From
    US$9
    1 night, 2 adults

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.

Most booked hostels in Ella and surroundings in the past month

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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 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

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

Popular with guests booking hostels in Ella

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,076 reviews

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

Night manner hostel

Ella
Budget options available
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$25.53 per night

Ella Ostella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
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$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

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

From US$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 barbecue.

From US$10 per night

FORET Ella

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Located within 49 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden and 50 km of Horton Plains National Park, FORET Ella features rooms in Ella.

From US$13.32 per night

Backpackers Hostel

Ella
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 389 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.

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

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$24 per night

ASK River Side

Ella
Central location
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, 3.9 km from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 47 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

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

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$10.29 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Ella

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 203 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$35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 140 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, 122 reviews
Amazing and stylish hostel for backpackers! Great location, good staff and tasty breakfast!
Guest review by
Hanna
Solo traveller