Title: Ella backpack hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ella backpack hostel Riverwalk hostel with free breakfast and a restaurant ## 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) ![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) ![Living area - Ella backpack hostel (Ella)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113291700/113291644/9cc2bbf9.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) ![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) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), dry cleaning/laundry services, and a restaurant at Ella backpack hostel . Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Laundry ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=113291644&PinnedHotelID=113291644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=113291644&PinnedHotelID=113291644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=113291644&PinnedHotelID=113291644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=113291644&PinnedHotelID=113291644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=113291644&PinnedHotelID=113291644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=113291644&PinnedHotelID=113291644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=113291644&PinnedHotelID=113291644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=113291644&PinnedHotelID=113291644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 2 beds 1 bed Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Double Room, Mountain View ![Double Room, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113291700/113291644/5905cf89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Mountain View ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Mini-fridge Blackout drapes/curtains Iron/ironing board In-room massage In-room safe - Mountain view - 225 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Double Beds ### View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Mountain View ![Family Quadruple Room, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113291700/113291644/05749934.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room, Mountain View ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Mini-fridge Blackout drapes/curtains Iron/ironing board In-room massage In-room safe - Mountain view - 225 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ### View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Garden View ![Comfort Shared Dormitory, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113291700/113291644/ff8ec4f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Shared Dormitory, Garden View ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Microwave Stovetop Oven Cookware/dishes/utensils - Garden view - 556 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room Single Use, Balcony, Mountain View ![Standard Double Room Single Use, Balcony, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113291700/113291644/c3120d84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room Single Use, Balcony, Mountain View ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Blackout drapes/curtains Iron/ironing board In-room massage In-room safe Desk - Mountain view - 125 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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 Amphitikanda Tea Estate 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 - ![Sambar cub and mother in the morning light at #green plains #wildlife](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121092/4c2985d9-0da3-474a-af06-3669663dacc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Horton Plains National Park 60 min drive \- 51.5 km - 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 ### Getting around - Ella Railway Station 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Barista 11 min drive - 360 Ella 11 min drive - Dream Café 11 min drive - Ak Ristoro Restaurant 12 min drive - Garden View Restaurant 15 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 24-hour front desk, a nature reserve, and coffee/tea in the lobby - Smoke-free premises 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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Feb 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=27924952&PinnedHotelID=27924952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=113291644&PinnedHotelID=113291644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=113291644,112070539,111260401,39657265,17805146) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 10; reservation required ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Separate in-room dining area ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (on request) ### Outdoors - In a national park - In the mountains - On a lake ### Spa - In-room massages ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Shared bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Separate dining area ### More - Desk - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Safe - Separate sitting area - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 5 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 5 Welcoming dogs and cats only Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 5 per pet, per stay plus USD 5 one-time cleaning fee - Hosted evening meal: USD 10 The above list may not be comprehensive. 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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