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How much is a Ella hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Ella this weekend for as little as $41/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $69/night. For a 4-star hostel in Ella, the cheapest rate recently found was $41/night for this weekend.
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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
$145
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
$123
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
$138
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
$63
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
$58
Avg. per night
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Ask Homestay
Ask Homestay

Ask Homestay

Ella, Sri Lanka
2.3 km from city centre
$11
Avg. per night
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Poomaz Peace Palace
Poomaz Peace Palace

Poomaz Peace Palace

Ella, Sri Lanka
0.7 km from city centre
$58
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 24 October 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Ella?

    On average, it’s $19/night for a hostel in Ella, though $19/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $7/night in Ella. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in May (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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