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Ella backpack hostel

Property class: 2

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A pathway leading to a building with a view of mountains in the background.
A small bathroom with a toilet, bidet, and a wall-mounted hand dryer.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and a view of a patio with a table and chairs.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a wooden door with a glass panel, a wooden ladder, and a red carpet.
A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$35
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct

Explore the area

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Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Hwy, Ella, Uva, 60003
  • Place, Secret Waterfall
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Adam's Peak
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Nine Arches Bridge
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Mountain View

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and a view of a patio with a table and chairs.

Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Mountain View

A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, a coat rack, and a door.

Family Quadruple Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Garden View

A room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and ceiling lights.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room Single Use, Balcony, Mountain View

A bedroom with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Double Room Single Use, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Ella

At Ella backpack hostel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Secret Waterfall and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Rakkiththa Kanda Rajamaha Viharaya. Highlights at this hostel include free breakfast (local cuisine), a restaurant and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Ella hostel include Ravana Falls and Ravana Falls.
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What's nearby

  • Secret Waterfall - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nature Trail Ella - 18 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Little Adam's Peak - 23 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Dhowa Rock Temple - 24 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Nine Arches Bridge - 25 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Ella Railway Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chill Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪360 Ella - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Barista - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dream Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Eden - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Ella backpack hostel

There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Ella backpack hostel also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This Ella hostel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Ella backpack hostel offers 5 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. In-room massages, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 10; reservation required

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 5 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 5
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 5 per pet, per stay plus a one-off USD 5 cleaning fee
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 10

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property only accepts cash.

Property is also known as

Ella backpack hostel Ella
Ella backpack hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ella backpack hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ella

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ella backpack hostel ?

Yep, Ella backpack hostel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Ella backpack hostel ?

As of 16 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ella backpack hostel on 17 Oct 2026 start from NZ$35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ella backpack hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary local cuisine brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ella backpack hostel ?

No, Ella backpack hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ella backpack hostel ?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Ella backpack hostel 's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ella backpack hostel ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Ella backpack hostel ?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Ella backpack hostel , with food and water bowls on offer.