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Hive Ella - Hostel

Ella

Located in Ella, 2.9 miles from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Hive Ella - Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

S
Soha
From
Denmark
I loved staying at Hive Hostel. We had a community and everyone was so Nice, we did activities together. Gihan is an amazing host!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults

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.

D
Dmitrii
From
Russia
That's a great hostel! I really enjoyed my stay. Breakfast is great, every day is something new. Beds are really comfy with soft mattresses and curtains. There are also lockers in the rooms. Shehan and crew are doing their best to help you with everything you need and the atmosphere is really great. Highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 621 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.

A
Abdullah Al
From
Bangladesh
THE BEST HOSTEL BY FARRRR, the whole sorrunding is so great, the staffs are so friendly. Only cons is that its far from the ella city, still its a must stay hostel in my opinion if you are staying in ella, I will surely come back to this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Price from
$23.40
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.

D
Dzmitry
From
United States
I wish I could rate it higher than 10. The place is located in a nice nature corner, overlooking hills covered with tea plantations. The owner absolutely goes out of his way to help you in every way imaginable. Food is great. Book right now, don't think twice!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 185 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 and free WiFi throughout the property...

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, 21 reviews
Price from
$23
1 night, 2 adults

Ella Mount Hostel

Ella

Located in Ella, within 1.2 miles of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 29 miles of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Ella Mount Hostel has accommodations with a garden as well as free private parking for guests...

K
Kinnari
From
India
Hosts are really friendly, hostel is just behind main Ella bus stop which is most convenient, value for money, food service is also nice, neat n clean place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$28
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, 39 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.

L
Li Jing
From
Malaysia
Really good location — close to everything in Ella. The man at reception was very kind and helpful. The place feels new and well-kept, with a comfortable bed and a good shower. Breakfast was also great. Would 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
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$48
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

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New Mount Villa

Ella
No credit card needed
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

Ravana Falls Resort

Ella
No credit card needed
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

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

FORET Ella

Ella
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 31 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 $13.32 per night

Backpackers Hostel

Ella
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 389 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.

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Ella Ostella

Ella
Central location
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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - 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
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