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Featured Hostels in Ella

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Blooms Lily Hostel
1.0 star property
2.0 out of 10, (3)
"When i went to the Hotel, i was informed that all rooms are full, even though i have booked the room thru Expedia. Soni had to find another place to stat with my family."
Blooms Lily Hostel
Bathroom
Nature Life Guest Inn Ella Sri Lanka - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nature Life Guest Inn Ella Sri Lanka - Hostel
Garden
Fairy Hostel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4)
"Not do good"
Fairy Hostel
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Foret De Vill - Hostel
2.0 star property
Foret De Vill - Hostel
Interior
July Qiyue - Hostel
1.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
July Qiyue - Hostel
Front of property
Ella City Reach Hostel
2.0 star property
Ella City Reach Hostel
Front of property
Hi lanka hostel
2.0 star property
Hi lanka hostel
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
The Rivendell - Hostel
2.0 star property
The Rivendell - Hostel
View from property
St. Andrew's Hostel
2.0 star property
St. Andrew's Hostel
Free WiFi
Beauty Mount Hostel
1.0 star property
Beauty Mount Hostel
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Nuwara Eliya Hostel by Backpack Lanka
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5)
"Hyggeligt lille sted ikke langt fra 'centrum'. Venligt og hjælpsomt personale."
Nuwara Eliya Hostel by Backpack Lanka
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Ostella - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ostella - Hostel
In-room safe, free WiFi
Goodwill Lanka Cottage - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"Bien"
Goodwill Lanka Cottage - Hostel
Aerial view
the 1964 boutique hostel
1.0 star property
the 1964 boutique hostel
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Aurora Villa - Hostel
2.0 star property
Aurora Villa - Hostel
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
B&B Memories Holiday Bungalow - Hostel
2.0 star property
B&B Memories Holiday Bungalow - Hostel
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Hi Lanka Backpackers - Adults Only
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"I enjoyed my night in Ella in this place. Great breakfast - fried egg, toast bread, fruits and a cake. They served all day tea and water. Stuff very friendly and I met really nice people there with whom I did hiking in the nearby places. The power was off in the night but the staff organized candles really quickly and it was very cosy:)"
Hi Lanka Backpackers - Adults Only
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What Is a Hostel?


If you're searching for somewhere affordable to stay in Ella, there are 138 accommodation options here to choose from, including hostels. These dorm-style accommodation options come in many forms, but all of them have three main qualities in common:

  • Budget prices
  • A social atmosphere
  • Shared rooms (though many have private options too)

By staying at a hostel in Ella, you can reduce your spending on accommodation and save more of your trip funds for exploring during your trip. If you're hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the forests while you're here.


When Is the Best Time to Visit Ella?


The weather can be important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful:


  • The hottest months are typically April and May, while December and February are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 32° C and night-time temperatures average 22° C
  • April-June: 32° C is the daytime average and 23° C is the night-time average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 31° C and night-time averages are around 24° C
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 31° C during the day and 22° C at night
  • Average rainfall is 63 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Ella?


Depending on what you're interested in, you might enjoy these places to visit:

Natural Features
  • Ella Rock
  • Little Adam's Peak
  • Ravana Falls
Landmarks
  • Muthiyangana Raja Maha Viharaya
  • Kataragama Devale
  • St Mark’s Church
Additional Attractions
  • Nine Arches Bridge
  • Kinellan Tea Factory
  • Uva Halpewaththa Tea Factory

Generally, Ella is known for its:

  • Waterfalls
  • Countryside
  • Forests
  • Camping

Ella Hostels information

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15
Accommodation
17 Hostels
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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Ella?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for exploring. If you’re hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the forests while you’re here.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but they all have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Ella?
Based on our customers’ reviews, these Ella hostels have the best ratings: Hi Lanka Backpackers - Adults Only - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Rooms come with showers. Foret De Vill - Property features include free WiFi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. Ella City Reach Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Ella Railway Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with towels, showers and lockers. Ostella - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. You’ll find showers, TVs and lockers in all rooms. The 1964 boutique hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a restaurant.
How many hostels will I find in Ella?
If you’re searching for an affordable place to stay in Ella, one of Expedia’s 9 hostels could be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ella?
The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and March, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Ella are July, August, December and November, with each month seeing an average of 196 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Ella?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore the area around Ella. Major attractions include Ella Rock. Get out into nature with places such as Little Adam’s Peak, Ravana Falls and Secret Waterfall. Visit landmarks such as Nine Arches Bridge.

Recent Reviews in Ella
Expedia verified reviews

Hotel Onrock

Hotel Onrock

5/5 Excellent
"We just spent a few nights here. The rooms were clean, modern, and comfortable. Where this hotel really shines is the service. The staff went well out of their way to accommodate us and ensure that we enjoyed our stay. The included breakfast was amazing and provided far more food than we imagined and packed leftovers for us which also became our lunch. On the day we left we were leaving early, when they found out we would be missing breakfast we were offered a packed lunch instead which was also delicious. This hotel exceeded expectations! Would certainly recommend."
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Onrock
Posted 7 days ago
Hotel Onrock