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Cinnamon Wild Yala

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Beach Chalet King | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bidet
Daily buffet breakfast (LKR 6000 per person)
Terrace/patio
At Cinnamon Wild Yala, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Beach Chalets King | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Beach Chalets King

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Jungle Chalet King

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Jungle Chalet Twin | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Jungle Chalet Twin

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

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Town Kirinda, Tissamaharama

What's nearby

  • Yala National Park - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Kirinda Beach - 20 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Kirinda Temple - 20 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Tissa Lake - 29 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Kataragama Temple - 48 min drive - 26.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪restaurant@jetwingyala - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar at Jetwing Yala - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crab House Seafood Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Laya Safari - Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lounge Bar @ Cinnamon Wild Yala - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Cinnamon Wild Yala

Luxury hotel near Yala National Park
A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Cinnamon Wild Yala. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff, games, and free newspapers
Room features
All 68 individually decorated rooms feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Cinnamon Wild Yala are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: LKR 6,000 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately LKR 6000 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: LKR 215000 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 6)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The Yala National Park is closed from September 1st to October 15th.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Cinnamon Wild
Cinnamon Wild Yala
Cinnamon Wild Yala Kirinda
Cinnamon Wild Yala Lodge
Cinnamon Wild Yala Lodge Kirinda
Cinnamon Yala
Cinnamon Yala Wild
Wild Yala
Yala Cinnamon
Yala Cinnamon Wild
Chaaya Wild Yala Hotel Kirinda
Cinnamon Wild Yala Sri Lanka/Kirinda
Yala Village Hotel Kirinda
Yala Village Kirinda
Cinnamon Wild Yala Hotel Palatupana
Cinnamon Wild Yala Hotel Tissamaharama
Cinnamon Wild Yala Tissamaharama
Hotel Cinnamon Wild Yala Tissamaharama
Tissamaharama Cinnamon Wild Yala Hotel
Cinnamon Wild Yala Hotel
Hotel Cinnamon Wild Yala
Cinnamon Wild Yala Hotel
Cinnamon Wild Yala Tissamaharama
Cinnamon Wild Yala Hotel Tissamaharama

Frequently asked questions

Does Cinnamon Wild Yala have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Cinnamon Wild Yala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cinnamon Wild Yala?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cinnamon Wild Yala?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Cinnamon Wild Yala?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Cinnamon Wild Yala provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of LKR 215000 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Cinnamon Wild Yala?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Cinnamon Wild Yala located?

Situated on the beach, this luxury hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Yala National Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Palatupana Beach and Kirinda Beach. Kirinda Temple is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away.

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Reviews

Cinnamon Wild Yala Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 211 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The place to stay for Yala

Amazing place highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury lodges surrounded by wildlife. Staff very friendly and helpful. Very good dinner and breakfast buffets, with plenty of options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Nothing special - pictures of rooms oversell it. Staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent 2 amazing nights here for safari tours situated right outside the national park. The hotel staff and location is amazing. The cabanas are beautiful and air conditioned. We even had elephants in the lagoon outside our room one night. As additional the safaris are excellent, the park is dripping with wildlife, we booked directly from yalla national park but the hotel does similar tours do a full day as 1/2 is not enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a fantastic time but I wish I stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very beautiful place with lots of animals. All the staff vas very friendly and gave the best service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the national park safari tour. Very nice amenities and great food at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Elephant walked past our room.

Very nice elevated bungalow in jungle.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to nature,very good services and vibe to the place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay close to Yala

The rooms were super cool and like tiny houses in the trees. The staff are so gracious and professional and want to make your stay wonderful. Sameera was a standout and friendly and helpful as all of the staff were. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dilrukshie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service,the staff were very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahabaduge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the nature aspect of the surroundings and the service delivered with a smile!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They accommodated our room request for close rooms (we had 2) and gave us a close location to reception/dining, for my mom who has mobility issues. Some construction going on near the water front. Would be nice to build up the area around the water. Pool area was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely experience. Staff were very friendly. Could have done with some more free water in the room. And food at the buffet could have been hotter.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Razi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well kept chalets nicely designed. Attentive staff, but check-in was slow. Road to the property could be improved for those arriving by small cars.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Yala

Great resort on the edge of Yala park. Pool area next to a small lake with wildlife living and visiting. Crocodiles, elephants, water buffaloes, boars among a big amount of different birds. Guided walks and rides into the Yala park. Wonderful staff making the stay very comfortable. Good and assorted breakfast and large dinner buffet with local and European options. Restaurant and bar by the pool with Saman and others making the stay at it’s best.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An experience like no other staying at this location. A spa like elevated beach chalet with wild sights and sounds from every direction. We woke up to a wild bore digging in the sand and enjoyed an evening cocktail at the lounge as an elephant walking through the resort. In between a couple crocs lazing about. I’d highly recommend the nature hike as it opened our eyes to many things we were simply walking past. The food was varied and delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant

WILD cinnamon is really fantastic! And better than the photos suggest! We travel a lot and this was relaxing, really natural really fits in the wild (environment). Animal roam freely through great for the kids to see. Great, thank you. See you again bye. Champika In the restaurant was great really looked after us. As did Saman in the Pug Marks Pool Bar, really really great guy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is well placed for the National Park and has many animals in and around the property, such as elephants, crocodiles, monkeys, birds etc. The rooms are excellent but the rest of the property is fairly basic. Food OK, Pool area OK. Sun loungers poor. Reception area poor. We took a morning Safari, which was good but no better than that. DO NOT go on a Safari if you suffer from back or neck issues. It is incredibly bouncy in the car. The beach is wild and untamed. Cinnamon Wild Yala was good but I expected better and especially as the price is high.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Limberg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay and fun activities

We enjoyed our stay at Cinnamon Wild Yala. We did the stargazing with Kasun. We saw the moon and Saturn and enjoyed the view and the discussion with Kasun. Glad we did this activity! We also went on a nature walk with Gayan Gamage on the 16th of october 2024, and it was absolutely amazing. He was super friendly and knew a lot about the nature and the tracking of the animals. It was very interesting, and we saw a lot of the local animals. We hightly recommend this to anyone who likes the nature and animals. Gayan was friendly and easy to talk to and we had a great time! He was also very good at involving the children and our daughter loved him and wanted a picture taken with him after the tour :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Limberg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in the wild

We enjoyed our stay at Cinnamon Wild Yala. We did the stargazing with Kasun. We saw the moon and Saturn and enjoyed the view and the discussion with Kasun. Glad we did this activity! We also went on a nature walk with Gayan Gamage on the 16th of october 2024, and it was absolutely amazing. He was super friendly and knew a lot about the nature and the tracking of the animals. It was very interesting, and we saw a lot of the local animals. We hightly recommend this to anyone who likes the nature and animals. Gayan was friendly and easy to talk to and we had a great time! He was also very good at involving the children and our daughter loved him and wanted a picture taken with him after the tour :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Warren

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sugasthan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Neil

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food was average. Location isnt great. Expensive. Dont stay more than a night - see the national park and move on
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location in the national reserve with wild animals in the property. Shame they didn’t have star gazing on offer as I was looking forward to that. The staff are friendly and there is a sumptuous buffet if you are half board.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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