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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.

L
Lode
From
Netherlands
Great location and staff is very nice. Hostel owner tried everything when I asked to extend my stay with one night. He was thinking along, and involved with all the plans around the hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews
Price from
US$40
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
van Druten
From
South Africa
This was the best hostel we’ve stayed at in Sri Lanka! We met so many friends here and continued travelling with them. The staff were wonderful and made it very easy for us to plan activities and socialise with other people. The dorms are clean, beds have curtains, the shower has warm water, the breakfasts were delicious and the hostel’s location is superb! The staff are very friendly and really look out for you! Someone in our group left a camera behind (which we only noticed once they told us) and they organised to transport it to Negombo for us at almost no cost!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 619 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.

C
Caroline
From
Austria
Very friendly and helpful hosts, extremely helpful service personell that was also preparing great breakfast and dinner :) The host was replying via whatsapp super quick and ensuring we always had a tuktuk driver to get to the location and giving great recommendations for day trips. Be aware the hostel is approx. 20/25 mins from Ella center and the last part of the road is not paved, but a fun adventure :) We felt very welcome! Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 140 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.

K
Korak
From
India
Just how great it was for workationing with ample spots in the premises to sit, chill, hangout, work, play games. Mr Dayan, the host, is a very kind and generous person who takes great care of the guests. They offer free breakfast as well as dinner!!! The meals are taken as a community in big tables. I met awesome people and formed friendships I’ll cherish. I just wanted to keep extending the stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 149 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.

M
Maeva
From
France
We like the hospitality, the kindness of the hosts, they are very helpfull and very attentive to their customers. The place is awesome with a wonderful view. It is in the mountain, in the nature, you have a lot of walks possible, and you have tea trees everywhere. You can walk to reach some beautiful places around. It is a wonderful place you can see animals and hear the birds. The food is the best meal we had in Sri Lanka. Honestly it would be a mistake to not taste it. Thank you for everything it was much more than expected.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 185 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...

F
FrankQuintino
From
Portugal
Location, service, share space, room and nice olay t9 stay in ella
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$23
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, 5 reviews
Price from
US$28
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, 39 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.

M
Mr
From
Sri Lanka
The place is both clean and comfortable, and it's amazing in a word. Matthew and Palit, who are the staff members of one person, are amazingly friendly and helpful. The staff is the best I've ever seen.Overall, I loved this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 31 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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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.

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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.

From US$11.10 per night

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Free tours Hostel

Nikawatawana
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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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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
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