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Ella backpack hostel

2.0 star property
Riverwalk hostel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Living area
Comfort Shared Dormitory, Garden View
Living area
Family Quadruple Room, Mountain View
Towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$33
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Hwy, Ella, Uva, 60003
  • Place, Secret Waterfall
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Ella Rock
  • Place, Nine Arches Bridge
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Mountain View

Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Mini-fridge
Blackout curtains
In-room massage
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Family Quadruple Room, Mountain View

Family Quadruple Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Mini-fridge
Blackout curtains
In-room massage
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room Single Use, Balcony, Mountain View

Standard Double Room Single Use, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Blackout curtains
In-room massage
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • 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 15-minute drive of this Ella hostel include Ravana Falls and Ravana's Cave.
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What's nearby

  • Secret Waterfall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Kinellan Tea Factory - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Nine Arches Bridge - 12 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Little Adam's Peak - 13 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Ella Railway Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chill Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Barista - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪360 Ella - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ak Ristoro Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hide Ella - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Ella backpack hostel

Riverwalk hostel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ella backpack hostel on 1 Nov 2025 start from AU$33.04, 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.

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