Set in Ella, within 7.3 km of Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 45 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, The Diary offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 46 km from Horton Plains National Park, 3.6 km from Ella Railway Station and 4 km from Ella Spice Garden. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. At the hotel, all rooms have a terrace. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Diary also have a mountain view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and vegetarian options. Little Adam's Peak is 6 km from the accommodation, while Ella Rock is 7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 87 km from The Diary.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
10
Location
10
High score for Ella
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  • John
    Australia Australia
    We liked this place because it is a family run guesthouse, the hosts are exceptionally hospitable, the room well presented and clean, is in a very quiet location, and dinner and breakfast was really top quality. On the garden patio there are beaut...
  • Ilse
    Belgium Belgium
    De vriendelijkheid van de mensen. Ze zijn super aardig en hoewel communiceren met hen niet altijd gemakkelijk was want de vrouw sprak geen Engels en hij gebrekkig, deden ze toch hun best om je zo thuis mogelijk te doen voelen. Het eten was...
  • Šárka
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Krásné ubytování v přírodě nedaleko vlakové zastávky Kithalella, odkud je to jen jednu stanici do Elly. U zastávky začíná také turistická trasa na Ella rock a je to pár desítek metrů k jednomu z místních vodopádů. Z terasy jsme pozorovali ve volné...

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of The Diary
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Room service
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Diary takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 12:00 to 18:00

    Check-out

    From 06:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Cash only

    This property only accepts cash payments.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Diary

    • Check-in at The Diary is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The Diary is 1 miles from the centre of Ella. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at The Diary may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at The Diary include:

      • Double
      • Family

    • The Diary offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Yes, The Diary is popular with guests booking family stays.