Resort Cinnamon Wild Yala
Palatupana, Kirinda, Tissamaharama, 82600 Yala, Sri Lanka – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 473 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
I stayed at Cinnamon Wild Yala on several occasions and I absolutely love it! It is very close to the main entrance of the Yala National Park and the their Nature Trails company offers brilliant safaris with excellent drivers and nature guides. Best chances of encountering wildlife are, however, during full-day and afternoon safaris. The morning safaris tend to be a bit disapppointing if one isn't too keen on panoramas and birds. The rooms are very nice and the bed is very comfortable. The food is also very good and varied. On this occassion I arrived after my wallet had been stolen and I was, therefore, unable to instantly pay my bill. The staff were exceptionally understanding and friendly and allowed me to call a couple of days later to pay with my new card. This definitely made this unpleasant situation much more bearable. Staff are always so incredibly friendly! I'll definitively stay here again.
United KingdomI loved the natural feel of the cabin placement - and the cabins themselves. I thought the bar was a great hang out space but the staff can’t quite work as a team. They do have a few good bartenders though. Nicely kept pool & great pool staff. Also very good house keeping.
United States of AmericaHad a great stay here, wished we had an extra day to make the most of everything! Cabins were spacious, comfortable and quiet - at night we had a staff member walk us back to our room safely and we could see monkeys sleeping in trees, crocodile's eyes glinting in the lake etc which was cool. Pool area really nice, great views from rooftop bar, buffet food was awesome considering the location. Staff friendly and helpful. Note - you can order a packed breakfast if you are leaving early for safari.
AustraliaGreat friendly and helpful staff, beautiful property, nice room with rain shower, good food. Great value! Highly recommend and would go back!
United States of AmericaBeautiful rooms, good service and amazing location
JordanBeautiful location. The view from the rooftop bar was great.
United States of AmericaEverything - the property is beautiful, the staff is super nice, the buffet is good. I loved how much they care for the animals and respect the fact that we are in their home and not the other way around but at the same time take excellent care of the guests. I will go back again. The only thing I didn't like was their pasta but then it's a very small thing and otherwise their good was good.
IndiaExcellent location for our safari in the Yala National Park; close to beautiful walks along the wild beach. The rooms were very comfortable and spacious with comfortable beds. The service was excellent from the reception to the cleaning staff and the whole resort was professionally run. The food in the restaurant was very good and the buffet breakfast was top class, with a great variety of choice. The swimming pool area was a great place to relax after a safari, with lovely views over the lagoon where you could view crocodiles, wild buffalo and bird life. Cinnamon Wild was a highlight of our wonderful holiday in Sri Lanka. A place not to be missed!
IndonesiaThe experience of staying in the wild yet having a secure environment courtesy of the staff. The dinner and breakfast buffet at the restaurant was just fantastic.
United Arab EmiratesGreat location. Great food. Wild life very close. Monkeys in the reception area, real wild life experience
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Cinnamon Wild Yala This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
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Experience World-class Service at Cinnamon Wild Yala
Only a 5-minute drive from the famous Yala National Park is Cinnamon Wild Yala. It features chalets with private balconies and free Wi-Fi. It features an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
Nestled in the south of Sri Lanka, the property is a 6-hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. It is located in Kirinda, a village well-known for its wildlife.
Chalets offer spectacular views of the beach or jungle. They are decorated with local artcrafts and feature air-conditioning, cable TV and a mini-bar. All chalets come with private bathroom facilities.
Enjoying a prime location, Cinnamon Wild Yala's restaurant provides beautiful landscapes and serves Asian and Western dishes. Meals can also be enjoyed in the privacy of guests’ rooms.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.8 for two-person stays.
Currency Exchange: Need local currency? This property has currency exchange on site.
Health & safety
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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast Info
Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Asian, American, Buffet
Good Coffee!
Free Parking Available On Site
Activities:
Spa
Diving
Spa facilities
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The observation deck on the top-most floor of the resort provided a 360° view of the forest and the Indian ocean .
What's nearby *
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Kirinda Temple5.7 miles
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Ranminitenna Tele Cinema Village7.6 miles
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Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara8 miles
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Tissa Wewa8.7 miles
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Situlpawwa9.4 miles
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Kataragama Temple12 miles
Natural Beauty *
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Tissa Wewa Lake8.7 miles
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Food: Italian, Seafood, Local, Grill/BBQ
Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Resort Facilities at Cinnamon Wild Yala Great facilities! Review score, 8.9
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Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Diving Additional charge
Food & Drink
- Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
- Fruit Additional charge
- Bottle of water
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' meals Additional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
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Free! Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Street parking
Transportation
- Airport drop-off Additional charge
Front Desk Services
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Kids' TV channels
Cleaning Services
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Shuttle service
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Elevator
- VIP room facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Newspapers
Health & Wellness Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Swimming pool
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Shallow end
- Pool bar
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool with view
- Swimming pool toys
- Outdoor pool (year-round)
- Outdoor pool
- Massage
- Spa Additional charge
Safety features
- Face masks for guests available
- Access to healthcare professionals
- First aid kits available
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
- Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Physical distancing
- Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Cashless payment available
Cleanliness & disinfection
- Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
- Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
- Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
Food & drink safety
- Delivered food covered securely
- All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Physical distancing in dining areas
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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Crib by request
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Free |
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Crib by request
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Free |
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Extra bed by request
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$13.63 per child, per night |
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Extra bed by request
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$13.63 per person, per night |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cinnamon Wild Yala accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please present the same credit card used to guarantee your booking when checking in / making payment at the resort.
If you are making payment using another card holder's credit card, kindly provide the following to the resort prior to your arrival:
1) Authorization letter with card holder's signature
2) Copy of the card holder's card (front and back of card with card holder's signature)
3) Copy of the card holder’s passport or driver’s license
Please note that the resort may contact the cardholder for verification purposes.
Please note all cancelations will be charged inclusive of taxes.
Guests are requested to note:
Block 01 of the Yala National Park will be closed for two months starting from 1st of September to the 31st of October 2018, however, Block 5 of the National Park will still be made open for safaris.
During this period, guests can also visit the following National Parks with a similar biodiversity:
1. Lunugamwehera ( Located 39 mi away 100 minutes drive from the hotel)
2. Bundala (Located 12 mi away 30 minutes drive from the hotel.)
3. Udawalawe (Located 55 mi away 120 minutes drive from the hotel)
In addition, the property will continue Night Safaris, Night walks, Nature walks, Visits to the Fishing Village, Visits to Chenas and Kirinda. This can be arranged by the hotel at an additional cost.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Please inform Cinnamon Wild Yala of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
