Ella travel guide

Ella Tourism | Ella Guide

You're Going to Love Ella

With a population of 5,000, Ella is a must-see destination in Uva, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ella to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Ella

Ella in November
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1421
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ella in November
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1421
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ella

Plane

Although Ella doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir (NUF), which is located 53 km from Ella.

Car

Another option to get to Ella is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 132 km from Ella. You’ll find branches of SR RENT A CAR and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Colombo.

Plane

Although Ella doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir (NUF), which is located 53 km from Ella.

Car

Another option to get to Ella is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 132 km from Ella. You’ll find branches of SR RENT A CAR and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Ella

BTCBatticaloa
HRIHambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l

Airlines serving Ella

Red Wings

Where to stay in Ella

Average rates range from around ₹ 3,705 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 1,752 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ella

Most booked hotels in Ella

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Heart of Ella
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 2,666+
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Hiring a car in Ella

Expect to pay ₹ 122 per litre in Ella (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,470 and ₹ 1,960.

Expect to pay ₹ 122 per litre in Ella (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,470 and ₹ 1,960.