Title: Ella backpack hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=113291644&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ella backpack hostel Riverwalk hostel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ## Photo gallery for Ella backpack hostel ![Living area - Ella backpack hostel (Ella)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113291700/113291644/da1c4ef0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - Ella backpack hostel (Ella)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113291700/113291644/9cc2bbf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper - Ella backpack hostel (Ella)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113291700/113291644/7e9b4ddc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room, Mountain View - Ella backpack hostel (Ella)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113291700/113291644/5905cf89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Quadruple Room, Mountain View - Ella backpack hostel (Ella)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113291700/113291644/d422c632.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), dry cleaning/laundry services, and a restaurant at Ella backpack hostel . 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FElla-Hotels-Ella-Backpack-Hostel.h113291644.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FElla-Hotels-Ella-Backpack-Hostel.h113291644.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Ella, Ella backpack hostel is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care and Uva Halpewaththa Tea Factory are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Secret Waterfall and Ravana Falls. [Visit our Ella travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ella.dx691013748424445952) [View more Hostels in Ella](https://www.expedia.ca/Ella-Hostels.d691013748424445952-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.82020%2C81.08332&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=24D_jm2awVhfuWJcviOAHoVLLGs=) Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Hwy, Ella, Uva, 60003 ### What's nearby - Secret Waterfall \- 18 min walk \- 1.6 km - Kinellan Tea Factory \- 11 min drive \- 11.7 km - Nine Arches Bridge \- 12 min drive \- 12.4 km - Little Adam's Peak \- 13 min drive \- 12.4 km - Horton Plains National Park \- 60 min drive \- 51.5 km ### Getting around - Ella Railway Station - 29 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Chill Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪Barista - ‬11 min drive - ‪360 Ella - ‬11 min drive - ‪Dream Café - ‬11 min drive - ‪Hide Ella - ‬12 min drive ## About this property ### Ella backpack hostel Hostel by the lake Consider a stay at Ella backpack hostel and take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), dry cleaning/laundry services, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - A nature reserve, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby - A 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Ella backpack hostel boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like safes and separate dining areas. 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Ella backpack hostel Ella Ella backpack hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ella backpack hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ella ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ella backpack hostel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ella backpack hostel ? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ella backpack hostel ? ### Where is Ella backpack hostel located? ## Have a question? 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