Hive Ella Hostel

Ella · Sri Lanka

Hive Ella Hostel

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90% GOOD
High confidence 357 reviews
Best in Ella

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 🅿️ Free Parking 🅿️ Parking 🍳 Free Breakfast
Other facilities (29)
Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Luggage Storage Bicycle Parking Adaptors Luggage Storage Currency Exchange Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Wake-up Calls Internet Access Book Exchange Board Games Wi-Fi Smart TV Linen Included Towels Included Reading Light Hair Dryers Ceiling Fan Charging Plugs Security Lockers CCTV in Common Areas First Aid Kits Common Room Hot Showers Meals Available Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Filtered Water Dispenser

Prices

Dorms $20 / night
Privates $35 / night

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Recent reviews

Germany FEMALE 18-24 Apr 23, 2026 Atm 60%

Nettes Personal. Habe gehört es sei sehr social jedoch war wenig los an den Tagen an denen wir da waren. Von den Aktivitäten hat kaum was stattgefunden und wenn wurde es erst sehr kurzfristig angeboten. Wir mussten uns eigentlich eher selbst drum kümmern wodurch man weniger mit anderen zutun hatte.

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England MALE 18-24 Apr 23, 2026 Atm 100%

Amazing hostel, great vibes and lovely staff and people.

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Philippines FEMALE 18-24 Apr 23, 2026 Atm 80%

Location is great! Near a lot of restaurants and shops. The hostel had great breakfast too which made the price more worth it. The restrooms could have used some more tender love and care because it was a “wet bathroom” it smelt and looked a bit moldy in some parts.

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England FEMALE 18-24 Apr 21, 2026 Atm 80%

not worth the price in my opinion, bathrooms weren’t very clean, my mosquito net around the bed had holes in and wasn’t attached all around so it was laying on me. only a fan, no ac but wasn’t too hot when i was there. not much push for planned social activities

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Bangladesh MALE 18-24 Apr 19, 2026 Atm 80%

Stayed here for 5 days. Hostel was full of backpackers & also social. Staffs were friendly. They arranged family dinner , pizza night. Those events were really crazy! They also provided shower gel that other hostel doesn't give. Overall a decent experience. Cons : There was no AC in the room. Little bit hot in day time. Would Love to Stay Again ❤️

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England FEMALE 18-24 Apr 19, 2026 Atm 100%

We had a great stay at Hive. Really lovely family dinners and activities. The staff were really helpful and welcoming and free breakfast was great!

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Netherlands COUPLE 18-24 Apr 18, 2026 Atm 40%

People keep recommending this hostel but I don’t really get it tbf. No curtains, no ac, not very social, stinks like dogs

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Apr 13, 2026 Atm 100%

I had a very good time! it's very social and the host is very nice and helpful! The breakfast is so delicious and it's very central:)

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England MALE 25-30 Apr 11, 2026 Atm 100%

Absolutely loved this hostel in Ella. It’s in a great location by the Main Street and has some great views. The staff are super friendly and are always organising fun activities for the guests to do. Highly recommend!

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England FEMALE 25-30 Apr 8, 2026 Atm 100%

Gihan was super lovely and helpful!! The vibe of the hostel is fun. Space was moderately clean and other staff were not able to help much with things.

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England MALE 31-40 Apr 3, 2026 Atm 100%

Probably my favourite hostel in Sri Lanka. Really social without being forced.

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England FEMALE 25-30 Apr 3, 2026 Atm 100%

Great hostel, super social and there are always activities that you can join in daily, the hostel organises everything for you it’s amazing! Also had family dinner a few times which was great value! Really friendly staff and easy to meet people. Clean rooms and nice location. Would stay here again!

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Germany FEMALE 18-24 Apr 2, 2026 Atm 100%

Super tolles Hostel! Der Besitzer ist mega hilfsbereit und hilft beim organisieren aller möglichen Ausflüge. Das Hostel ist schön gelegen und sehr social. Habe mich sehr sehr wohl gefühlt :)

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Norway FEMALE 25-30 Apr 1, 2026 Atm 100%

Stayed in two different rooms here so feel like I had two experiences. One was a lot better. No AC and doesnt feel super clean. Breakfast was really good and they're amazing at organizing things, good social scene! Feels like the meeting point of all backpackers in Ella regardless of where you're staying

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India MALE 25-30 Mar 30, 2026 Atm 100%

The hostel is in a great location for getting around town. There are quite a few steps from the main road leading up to the property but the community and social aspect is really amazing. The host does a great job at organizing events and trips every day and the WhatsApp group is very active with recommendations and plans for outings. Their morning breakfast was also really good, authentic Sri Lankan food made fresh, not just cereal/juice/toast. The beds situation wasn't too bad but I had a corn...

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Mar 30, 2026 Atm 100%

The staff and the vibe is amazing. There are a lot of insects, because of the location but everything else was perfect. Very organized and breakfast, dinner and also the activities are included.

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Germany FEMALE 18-24 Mar 30, 2026 Atm 100%

Definetly a very good hostel and very social. Staff is super friendly! They do Family dinners and also the breakfast is included which is very rare to find in Sri Lanka. The only thing was that the sink in our room had a lack and was dripping all day.

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Netherlands FEMALE 18-24 Mar 30, 2026 Atm 100%

Top tijd gehad hier!

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India MALE 31-40 Mar 28, 2026 Atm 80%

Amazing social hostel, centrally located and the staff are the stars with amazinamazing hospitality. Only downside that it can be a bit hot in the dorms, fans do not circulate the entire room.

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Portugal FEMALE 31-40 Mar 26, 2026 Atm 100%

A very social hostel. They organise daily activities (handling the groups and arranging drivers), which is very convenient if you want to join activities with other people. The location is also very good. Strongly recommend this hostel!

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