Hostels in Ella, Sri Lanka

31 hostels available. Prices start from $2.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Ella

Adventure Hostels Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Taxes included. 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 … More
Adventure Hostels Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…The area is popular for hiking, and waterfall, . car , scooty , tuk tuk rental is available at the accommodation. Ella Train Station is 11.1 km from Dream Ville, while Ella Rock is 13.7 km … More
Adventure Hostels Youth Hostel
"…There's a guitar to play, a book exchange, and some board games. 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 … More

Downtown Hostel


Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…***property Policies*** Cancellation policy: 2 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 14:00 to 23:00 . … 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
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…If you're already traveling with people, you'll have the whole dorm to yourselves. The beds are really comfy and mosquito nets are installed. There aren't any fans or air conditioning, but it's a … More
Youth Hostel
"…You can relax on couches and cozy beanbags. We also organize family dinners, cooking classes and movie nights. You can also enjoy the beautiful sunset on our rooftop. The Hostel is well … More

Noname Hostel & Cafe


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…3 km from Ella Spice Garden and 4.3 km from Ella Rock. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. Guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite … More
Party Hostel Youth Hostel
"…Check in from 14:00 to 23:00 . Check out before 11:00 noon. Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes included. Breakfast not included. No curfew. Pets are not allowed." …"Our Hostel is located … More

Hangover Hostels


Free Breakfast
Female Solo Traveller Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…And we promise you, we will not burn a hole in your pocket. Similar to our, Mirissa and Arugambay Hostels, at our Ella hostel we've remained true to the Hangover promise of giving travelers an … More

Bunk Station Hostel


Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Female Solo Traveller Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Cancellation policy: At least 1 days advance notice for free cancellation. 2. Check in from 12:00 noon to 23:00. 3. Check out before 12:00 noon. 4. Payment upon arrival by cash. 5. No Smoking … More
Adventure Hostels Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International, 86 km from Ella Hostel & Restaurant and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. ***Property Policies*** Cancellation policy … More
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller
"…Little Adam's Peak is 4.2 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 … More
Adventure Hostels Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…They also come with attached bathrooms that contain free toiletries. Due to the lush green gardens of the hotel, the rooms are also equipped with mosquito nets. Free Wi-Fi and free parking sites … More

Ella Hostel Rawan


Free Breakfast
"…This room has 6 Single beds and two bathrooms and two toilets and two sinks. This room is located on the lower floor. This room has no view. The people who stay in this room are given … More
Ella - Passara Road Ambagollapathan More
Adventure Hostels Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Check in from 13:00 to 23:00. Check out before 11:00 noon. Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes not included - 11% Breakfast not included. No curfew. Pets are not allowed." …"The nearest … More
Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…5. Reception working hours 24*7. 6. No age restriction. 7. Taxes included. 8. Breakfast not included but available with extra fee." …"Pick-up service: Please contact us with your arrival … More
"…In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 13:00 to 23:00. Check out before 11:00 noon. Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes … More

Happy Laugh Hostel


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"Happy Laugh Hostel is an extremely uncommon place; located high upon an unspoilt hillside in Ella amongst tea plantations in an extremely scenic spot, you will think you are in paradise until you … More

Hostels in Ella, Sri Lanka

30 hostels available. Prices start from $4.00 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 31
Average dorm price $10
Average private room price $31
Cheapest hostel in Ella Ask Hostel with $3
Party hostels in Ella My Hostel (9 in total)
Average rating of all hostels 6

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