Ella Escapade Hostel

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

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 ambience is welcoming for all guests. Local Attractions: Ella Rock is a 17-minute walk away, while Demodara Nine Arch Bridge is 10 km distant. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 88 km from the property. Guests appreciate the hiking opportunities and the attentive staff.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • 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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Availability

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1 bunk bed
1 single bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Bryony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The views The manager The free food included The swimming pool”
Agustin
Netherlands Netherlands
“Everything, the manager is a great man, also the employees. The house is amazing and the group was awesome!”
Ruby
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very lovely hostel. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The free breakfast and dinner is wonderful. It’s far out of town, but not too far at all. Really cut the hike to Ella walk short - totally worth it. Would really suit a group stay...”
Vinod
India India
“It is perfect location. Although it is far from the place. It is also far from all the nuisance. I enjoyed this place so much that I extended the stay. And the best part is their dinner. I don't think we can find food like that even if we pay for...”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location outside the main town and away from all the tourists. I booked for 2 nights and stayed 5. The breakfast and dinner was amazing.”
Carla
Spain Spain
“The staff were so attentive and helpful with everything you need! The location is beautiful, far from ella but is a nice walk through the train tracks :)”
Martin
Australia Australia
“The property was a blissful welcome escape on the outer of town. The property was a lovely converted colonial property with a stunning natural surrounding, all while at the base of Ella Peak. The hosts were extremely warm and welcoming and made...”
Marc
Spain Spain
“Everything. I've spend 6 months in Sri Lanka and this place it's been like my home.”
Duyen
Malaysia Malaysia
“It’s a peaceful charming place where you can meet cool people with the same “zen” vibe. It’s not a party place at all but the connection between travelers is better and deeper, good socializing and easy to make friends and do things together...”
Ana
Portugal Portugal
“The owner is very kind. Free breakfast and social dinner are a great way to meet new travellers. Conditions are pretty basic but the vibes and kindness of the owner compensates for that .”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Facilities of Ella Escapade Hostel

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities

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

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

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