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About this property
Essential Facilities: Ella Escapade Hostel in Ella offers a garden, restaurant, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a 24-hour front desk, shared kitchen, housekeeping service, and grocery delivery. Free on-site private parking is available. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms with bidets and showers. The family-friendly restaurant serves local cuisine with vegetarian options for dinner. Local Attractions: Ella Rock is a 17-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Demodara Nine Arch Bridge (10 km), Horton Plains National Park (46 km), and Ella Railway Station (6 km). Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 88 km from the property. Guest Highlights: Guests appreciate the hiking opportunities, attentive staff, and convenient location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michael
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
“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
“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
“Everything. I've spend 6 months in Sri Lanka and this place it's been like my home.” - Duyen
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
“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 .” - Aneka
Australia
“The house and garden are beautiful! The location is so serene; I’m really glad we stayed a bit out of town. It’s walking distance from the Ella Rock trailhead and an easy walk along the tracks to a waterfall and into Ella town. Dayan made us tea...” - Lydia
United Kingdom
“This is one of my fave stays in Sri Lanka. The fact that the location is a lil awquad for town- yet it’s still super social made it so fun to walk down the tracks and great for Ella Rock! I also liked being away from the touristic main Street and...” - Efstratios
United Kingdom
“Great hostel and lovely staff!! The best thing is the fact that you get free breakfast and dinner. You can have add-ons for extra but the main meal is free which saves up a lot in comparison to restaurant prices. Its right next to Ella Rock...” - Anni
Germany
“Perfect stay close to the trails and nature in Ella. Everybody was very nice and helpful. Highlight is the free vegan dinner which is very tasty - 100% recommended”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
Facilities of Ella Escapade Hostel
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
Outdoors
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Hiking
Food & Drink
InternetWiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
Services
- Grocery deliveries
- Daily housekeeping
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
General
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
- English
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



