Cinnamon Wild Yala

Overview

Spot some of Sri Lanka’s most exotic wildlife at the nature-nestled resort of Cinnamon Wild Yala. Feast on exquisite local cuisine as you gaze out over an elephant-dotted landscape, and spend lazy days beneath the ever-present sun on a pristine beach.

Venture out to explore the island on a thrilling safari, then retreat to your tranquil chalet accommodation where a range of included amenities will ease you into an evening of total relaxation.

Holiday resort information

Room Types

Select your ideal nature retreat from either a calming Jungle Chalet or a Beach Chalet high up in the treetops. All rooms benefit from complimentary toiletries and in-room tea and coffee making facilities to ease you into the day.

Jungle Chalet

Unwind among 31 square metres of sleek space in a calming Jungle Chalet. Wake to the sounds of nature and use complimentary coffee making facilities to brew something strong to get the day going. Freshen up in your sparkling ensuite with provided fragrant toiletries, then step out onto your private porch and glimpse elephants moving easily through the lush undergrowth.
Beach Chalet

Enjoy an elevated view from the treetops in a 44 square metre Beach Chalet. Sleep soundly in a king-size bed in the lofty wooden interiors of your tranquil abode. Start the day with a steaming hot shower and complimentary toiletries, then prepare a pot of tea to be enjoyed on your private balcony as you gaze out over the landscape.

Facilities

Escape to the nature-nestled resort of Cinnamon Wild Yala for a truly memorable retreat in the Sri Lankan wilds. This inviting hotel houses guests in a series of chalets that are strategically placed to enjoy the sights and sounds of both jungle and sea.

Rise with the sun to maximise your enjoyment of this wildlife-rich resort. Enjoy a steaming cup of coffee on your private balcony, glimpsing wild boar and maybe even one of the local elephants as they stir amid the undergrowth. With the help of friendly hotel staff, arrange a tour of Yala National Park Safari and spend a thrilling morning spotting some of the 215 species of bird and 44 types of mammal that are present within the park’s confines.

Return to your accommodation for an afternoon of pampering at Azmaara Spa. Pair a soothing massage with a rejuvenating foot treatment then breeze back to your chalet for an hour’s snooze on your king-size bed. As the sun begins to set, freshen up with complimentary toiletries then settle at a table in Tuskers for a feast of Sri Lankan delicacies. Head up to the rooftop Peacock Bar for a glass of something special as dusk falls over the lush landscape.

Restaurants

Sample a range of Sri Lankan dishes along with continental favourites in onsite restaurant Tuskers. Pugmarks and Peacock Bar provide sumptuously serene spaces in which to enjoy that essential sundowner.

Tuskers

Experience the joys of indoor-outdoor dining at onsite buffet restaurant Tuskers. Fill your plate with a selection of dishes from around the world. Sri Lankan delicacies are offered alongside a range of continental treats to ensure all tastes are catered to.
Pugmarks

Unwind after a day of exploring in the semi-alfresco bar Pugmarks. Enjoy an expertly crafted cocktails as the sun begins to set, or simply call in for a chilled beer and to catch a crucial football match on the bar’s big television screen.
Peacock Bar

Take to the rooftops for a drink in the open air at Peacock Bar. Sip satiating drinks as you enjoy panoramic views over the wilderness, spotting as many exotic species as you possibly can before the light fades.