Hostels in Ella, Sri Lanka

32 hostels available. Prices start from $2 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Ella

Adventure Hostels Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Breakfast included. No curfew. Age restriction: children 12 years and below are not allowed to stay. We have smoking area." …"You can find us easy on Google map. follow our since easy to get … More

Downtown Hostel


Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Check out from 10:00 to 12:00 . Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes included. Breakfast is included. No curfew." …"Ella Railway Station is 300 m from the accommodation, while Ella Spice … More

Wild Bee Hostel


Free Breakfast
Youth Hostel
"…It is very easy to get a Tuk Tuk from town if you have a lot of luggage and is no longer than a 5 minute drive. Wild Bee Hostel is 200m from the Ella Spice Garden, 700m from the Ella Railway … More
Adventure Hostels Youth Hostel
"…There's also free tea and coffee and a free breakfast consisting of eggs, toast, and fruit. Wi-Fi isn't very good, but this is definitely the kind of place where you'll want to put your phone away … More
"…All of them are on the top floor. All rooms have attached bathrooms with hot showers and the guests will share a living room and a balcony. We Have a restaurant on the down floor so that offering … More

Bunk Station Hostel


Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Female Solo Traveller Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…4 dorms, which has eight or ten beds, with access to large modern bathrooms with 24 hours hot showers. The dorms are mixed or female only, are equipped with comfortable mattresses and private … More

Noname Hostel & Cafe


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…***Property Policies*** Cancellation policy: 1 day before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 12:00 noon to 23:00 … More

Dream Ville


Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…7 km away. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is the nearest airport, 93.3 km from the hostel. Terms and conditions: Cancellation policy: 3 days before arrival. In case of a late … More

Hangover Hostels


Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly Hostel Female Solo Traveller Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…And we promise you, we will not burn a hole in your pocket. Similar to our , Mirissa, Arugambay, Sigiriya and Airport Hostels, at our Ella hostel we’ve remained true to the Hangover promise of … More
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Walk down the hill after leaving the station and turn right at the end of the road. Follow the road round and walk under the railway bridge. You'll then see a restaurant on your right. Take the … More
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller
"…2 km from the accommodation, while Ella Rock is 5.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 86.9 km from Ella Brown House. At the hostel rooms come … More
Adventure Hostels Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…2. Check in from 14:00 to 00:00. 3. Check out before 12:00 noon. 4. Payment upon arrival by cash only. 5. Reception working hours 24hrs. 6. No age restriction. 7. Taxes included. 8. … More

Ella Hostel Rawan


Free Breakfast
"…Taxes not included - 11% Breakfast included. No curfew. We do not accept customers younger than 18 years of age. Pets are not allowed." …"This is near the Ella Country House ,about 300 M From … More

Chill Tribe Hostel


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel
"…Check in from 13:00 to 23:00. Check out before 11:00 AM. Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes included. Breakfast included. No curfew. No smoking in the room." …"The closest railway station … More
Ella - Passara Road Ambagollapathan More
Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Reception working hours 24*7. 6. No age restriction. 7. Taxes included. 8. Breakfast not included but available with extra fee." …"…You can queue for public taxi at Bandaranaike International … More
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller
Bandarawela Road ASK Homestay More

Wild Resort


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel
"…Check in from 14:00 to 23:00. Check out from 09:00 to 11:00 noon. Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes included. Breakfast included. No curfew. Pets are not allowed." …"The nearest Railway … More
Party Hostel Youth Hostel
"…Ella Railway Station is 200 metres from the accommodation, while Ella Spice Garden is 500 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 84 km from A … More
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller
"…3:00. 3. Check out before 12:00 noon. 4. Payment upon arrival by cash. Credit card is accepted. 5. Reception working hours 07:00-21:00. 6. No age restriction. 7. Taxes included. 8. Breakfast … More

Hostels in Ella, Sri Lanka

32 hostels available. Prices start from $4 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Ella (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Ella.

Ella, Sri Lanka, is a cute, beautiful hilltop village situated in Sri Lanka's hill lands. The green, lush forests and rolling hills create the perfect hiking and photo opportunities. The most popular trails include Ella Rock, a strenuous hike up a steep mountain to a stunning lookout over the village and valley, and Little Adam's Peak. Little Adam's Peak is still a steep climb, however much shorter in distance. The hike also provides a breathtaking view of the village and valley. There are also less-strenuous hikes along the railway line. These hikes pass several tea factories, restaurants, cafes, and waterfalls.

Ella town has many good restaurants, gift stores, tea factories, and shops. The town can be reached by bus or train. The train ride to Ella is renowned as one of the world's most scenic rail rides, and it highly recommended.

Ella offers a range of different accommodation types -- from luxury resorts and hotels to quaint local guesthouses and bed and breakfasts. Ella, Sri Lanka hostels tend to be a guesthouse-style setup, with a dorm room available. All accommodation options provide meals. The best local and home-cooked meals can be experienced at the guesthouses. Breakfast generally includes local fruits and vegetables, roti, and homemade jams. Dinner is usually a traditional meal of different curries, rice, and rotis, with fresh fruit for desert. Food is always delicious and plentiful. Most guesthouses and hostels in Ella, Sri Lanka, are more than happy to cater for dietary requirements, as long as they are told in advance.

Ella, Sri Lanka hostels and guesthouses range from basic to luxurious, but as a minimum will include beds, private bathroom with shower, side table, and seating area where lunch and dinner is served. Wi-Fi is available in most Ella, Sri Lanka hostels and guesthouses. Accommodation is either available in the town or in the hillside. For the best views, choose a Ella, Sri Lanka hostel or guesthouse in the hillside. Tuk-tuks are plentiful and cheap, and can drive you to and from the town within a couple of minutes. Otherwise, it's possible to walk, though the climb is very steep.

Written by local enthusiast for Ella hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Ella hostels Kelly Sheldrick

Ella Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Ella, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 32
Average dorm price $10
Average private room price $21
Cheapest hostel in Ella Ask Hostel with $3
Party hostels in Ella Noname Hostel & Cafe (14 in total)
Average rating of all hostels 6.3

FAQ about Ella Hostels

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