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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,110 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 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
    From
    US$55
    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 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
    From
    US$16
    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 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, 14 reviews
    From
    US$38
    1 night, 2 adults
  • From
    US$19
    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
  • From
    US$75
    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 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$48
    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 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
    From
    US$32
    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 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
    From
    US$28
    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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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.

M
Martin
From
Switzerland
The hostel is simply fantastic. The owner is incredibly warm-hearted and organizes something every day. Sometimes it's a trip to a waterfall, a hike, or a night of billiards in town. You can also suggest activities, and he makes it happen. The family dinner and cooking class were amazing. All of this makes the hostel super social, creating awesome friendships and memories. It’s clean, and the beds are comfortable. Breakfast is great, too. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here, and it was hard to leave. We’d come back anytime. Thanks for an awesome experience!
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.

V
Villa
From
Italy
The breakfast was amazing and the staff was super nice and helpful
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.

L
Lucy
From
United States
It's a dream! The view here is incredible. Dreamville is nestled in the mountains, so you have a perfect view of the landscapes of Ella, including a gorgeous waterfall. You wake up to absolute serenity, and the property has lots of places to just chill out and enjoy the view. The beds are kind of open air, which I loved because you can draw the curtain in the morning and you're immediately greeted by this unbelievable view. The temperature is perfect too - Ella is never cold or hot, so the blanket that Dreamville provides is perfect for nighttime. Beds are super comfy! Breakfast was lovely as well, and you eat on the terrace that overlooks the whole property. Sham, the owner, is so lovely and did everything she could to make my stay wonderful, including calling tuktuks for me in the middle of the night! The only thing I'll note is that the place is about 30 minutes outside of Ella on a very bumpy tuktuk ride. I loved being away from the main part of Ella, but you might want to factor in some extra time and cost for travel (costs are minimal, about 2000 SLR one-way into town). The wifi works really well, but doesn't quite reach the bunks, so you'll probably want to use it in one of the common spaces. My only regret is not staying longer and spending more time hanging around Dreamville!
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.

J
Jeanne
From
Germany
Tea and water for free, just chill vibes, very peaceful and quiet
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.

C
Cynthia
From
Singapore
We had an amazing experience staying at Guesthouse 164 Boutique Hotel! We spent one nights there and also enjoyed both lunch and breakfast at the hotel — The place is , peaceful, and calm There’s a truly magical, chill vibe with a beautiful view of Ella. A special mention to Lahiro, the owner — such a kind and welcoming person who really made our stay feel extra special. Highly recommend this gem if you’re visiting Ella!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 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...

O
Ombeline
From
France
Everything ! Nature Mount Hostel is a new place and it's perfectly located in Ella town with a breathtaking view on both Ella Peak and Little Adam's on the rooftop so you really get the best of both worlds! Great breakfast, rooms are good, really nice owner, great prices, loved this place. I usually go for older places with more comments but I'm really happy I gave it a try. Would 100% recommend ! As per the owner's request, I would add curtains on the beds to really make it a 10/10 place.
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.

A
Aanya W
From
Sweden
What a cool place in Ella . Nice view from the dorm. The staff are helpful. Clean rooms and beds . Highly recommend
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.

A
Ana
From
Switzerland
Super welcoming host - I was offered a cup of tea at arrival :-) and several times during my stay. New hostels - all very functional, nice, clean and tidy. Very good location. The provided towels are really good!! (I experienced no towel or really old one in other hostels). Central without being in the middle of the noisy pubs/night clubs… Definitely recommend!
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.

M
Mido
From
Spain
"Amazing hostel with a friendly vibe, clean room, and great amenities. Perfect for budget travelers! Social atmosphere, helpful staff, and a fantastic location make it a top choice. Highly recommended!"
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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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.

M
Martin
From
Switzerland
The hostel is simply fantastic. The owner is incredibly warm-hearted and organizes something every day. Sometimes it's a trip to a waterfall, a hike, or a night of billiards in town. You can also suggest activities, and he makes it happen. The family dinner and cooking class were amazing. All of this makes the hostel super social, creating awesome friendships and memories. It’s clean, and the beds are comfortable. Breakfast is great, too. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here, and it was hard to leave. We’d come back anytime. Thanks for an awesome experience!
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.

V
Villa
From
Italy
The breakfast was amazing and the staff was super nice and helpful
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.

L
Lucy
From
United States
It's a dream! The view here is incredible. Dreamville is nestled in the mountains, so you have a perfect view of the landscapes of Ella, including a gorgeous waterfall. You wake up to absolute serenity, and the property has lots of places to just chill out and enjoy the view. The beds are kind of open air, which I loved because you can draw the curtain in the morning and you're immediately greeted by this unbelievable view. The temperature is perfect too - Ella is never cold or hot, so the blanket that Dreamville provides is perfect for nighttime. Beds are super comfy! Breakfast was lovely as well, and you eat on the terrace that overlooks the whole property. Sham, the owner, is so lovely and did everything she could to make my stay wonderful, including calling tuktuks for me in the middle of the night! The only thing I'll note is that the place is about 30 minutes outside of Ella on a very bumpy tuktuk ride. I loved being away from the main part of Ella, but you might want to factor in some extra time and cost for travel (costs are minimal, about 2000 SLR one-way into town). The wifi works really well, but doesn't quite reach the bunks, so you'll probably want to use it in one of the common spaces. My only regret is not staying longer and spending more time hanging around Dreamville!
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.

J
Jeanne
From
Germany
Tea and water for free, just chill vibes, very peaceful and quiet
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.

C
Cynthia
From
Singapore
We had an amazing experience staying at Guesthouse 164 Boutique Hotel! We spent one nights there and also enjoyed both lunch and breakfast at the hotel — The place is , peaceful, and calm There’s a truly magical, chill vibe with a beautiful view of Ella. A special mention to Lahiro, the owner — such a kind and welcoming person who really made our stay feel extra special. Highly recommend this gem if you’re visiting Ella!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 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...

O
Ombeline
From
France
Everything ! Nature Mount Hostel is a new place and it's perfectly located in Ella town with a breathtaking view on both Ella Peak and Little Adam's on the rooftop so you really get the best of both worlds! Great breakfast, rooms are good, really nice owner, great prices, loved this place. I usually go for older places with more comments but I'm really happy I gave it a try. Would 100% recommend ! As per the owner's request, I would add curtains on the beds to really make it a 10/10 place.
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.

A
Aanya W
From
Sweden
What a cool place in Ella . Nice view from the dorm. The staff are helpful. Clean rooms and beds . Highly recommend
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.

A
Ana
From
Switzerland
Super welcoming host - I was offered a cup of tea at arrival :-) and several times during my stay. New hostels - all very functional, nice, clean and tidy. Very good location. The provided towels are really good!! (I experienced no towel or really old one in other hostels). Central without being in the middle of the noisy pubs/night clubs… Definitely recommend!
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.

M
Mido
From
Spain
"Amazing hostel with a friendly vibe, clean room, and great amenities. Perfect for budget travelers! Social atmosphere, helpful staff, and a fantastic location make it a top choice. Highly recommended!"
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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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
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 348 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, 53 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

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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, 620 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, 1,110 reviews

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$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$22 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, 348 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.

Backpackers Hostel

Ella
Central location
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
Central location
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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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

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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
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