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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Ella?

The cheapest day to stay in Ella is Wednesday ($10). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $74.

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Other accommodations in Ella

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Tina Nature Villa
Tina Nature Villa

Tina Nature Villa

Ella, Sri Lanka
1.8 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
$166
Avg. per night
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Misty Hills Ella Resort
Misty Hills Ella Resort

Misty Hills Ella Resort

Wellawaya Road, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$120
Avg. per night
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9 Arch view rest inn
9 Arch view rest inn

9 Arch view rest inn

Ella, Sri Lanka
2.1 km from city centre
$56
Avg. per night
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Ask Homestay
Ask Homestay

Ask Homestay

Ella, Sri Lanka
2.3 km from city centre
$10
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Blue Ribbon Homestay
Blue Ribbon Homestay

Blue Ribbon Homestay

Waterfall Rd, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$40
Avg. per night
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Country Homes
Country Homes

Country Homes

Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Highway, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$84
Avg. per night
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Area 4 eco cubes
Area 4 eco cubes

Area 4 eco cubes

Ella Road, Ella, Sri Lanka
7.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$99
Avg. per night
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Zion View Ella Green Retreat
Zion View Ella Green Retreat

Zion View Ella Green Retreat

Zion View Water Fall Road. Ella.Sri Lanka, Ella, Sri Lanka
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$261
Avg. per night
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Cloudy Hill Cottage
Cloudy Hill Cottage

Cloudy Hill Cottage

Suriyagaha Watta, Ella, Sri Lanka
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$61
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Ella

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Facts about staying in Ella

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Ella to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 22 January 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Ella?

    On average, it’s $25/night for a hostel in Ella, though $24/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $6/night in Ella. Try to avoid booking your hostel in March (the most expensive month). Booking in November (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • Should I stay in a Ella hostel?

    Hostels in Ella tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Ella hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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