Ella Escapade Hostel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

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About this property

Essential Facilities: Ella Escapade Hostel in Ella offers a swimming pool with a view, a lush garden, and a family-friendly restaurant. Guests enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a public bath, and a 24-hour front desk. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features private bathrooms with bidets and showers, a shared kitchen, and daily housekeeping service. Additional amenities include free on-site private parking, a picnic area, and grocery delivery. Dining Experience: A full English or Irish breakfast is served with fruits, while the restaurant offers local cuisine for dinner. Vegetarian options are available, and the ambiance is welcoming for all guests. Local Attractions: Ella Rock is a 17-minute walk away, while Demodara Nine Arch Bridge is 6.2 mi distant. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 55 mi from the property. Guests appreciate the hiking opportunities and the attentive staff.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Itamar
Israel Israel
“Wow, what a stay. Facilities are completely Western standard, the location is great, right next to ella rock and walking distance from Ravana Falls. The stuff are amazing. They understand your needs before yourself, ofen i was out to ask for...”
Abdullah
Bangladesh Bangladesh
“THE BEST HOSTEL BY FARRRR, the whole sorrunding is so great, the staffs are so friendly. Only cons is that its far from the ella city, still its a must stay hostel in my opinion if you are staying in ella, I will surely come back to this place.”
Hansini
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was a bit outside Ella city. But perfect if you want to do the Ella rock sunrise hike. The owner was very friendly and helpful. He helped us with a taxi”
Timothy
Colombia Colombia
“Beautiful spot, right on the train tracks and the Ella rock trail. Staff are very friendly and the free meals are really lovely. Good social atmosphere.”
Cleverson
Myanmar Myanmar
“Everything was amazing beautiful place in the nature! With free vegan dinner every night.”
Seif
Egypt Egypt
“A brilliant place with stunning views. The staff is very helpful and they offer free breakfast and dinner. Would definitely visit again”
Natalya
Canada Canada
“Location was great. It’s a 30-40 minute walk to town along the railway tracks, but it’s so nice being out in nature. The staff were lovely, and there was everything you needed in the area. Food at the hostel, and many restaurants and cafes along...”
Amber
United States United States
“Loved my stay here. A little bit of a walk from Ella along the train tracks, but the peace and views make up for it. The staff are so kind, the lunch/dinner is exceptional, and the dorm I was in was clean and spacious with lockers, hot water, and...”
Lotte
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“The view and surroundings are incredible. If you want to wind down and visit the mountains of Sri Lanka you must stay here!”
Rony
Germany Germany
“The accommodation was perfect! It is about a half hour walk from Ella town and perfect to avoid the tourist bubble. I met some great people here. The host is incredible and helps organize your stay it is a very laid back atmosphere. Would...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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