Cinnamon Wild Yala

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.5
  • View
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk

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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 boasts 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 4 - 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 minibar. 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts
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Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • 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, Breakfast to go

  • Free parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Diving

  • Walking tours

  • Happy hour

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Guests who stayed here loved

Dessislava
Bulgaria Bulgaria
“It was an amazing experience - the room, the food, the staff and of course the surroundings”
Jenny
India India
“Everything was great about the property. The food was excellent. The staff were very hospitable”
Sipola
Australia Australia
“Having the lagoon and pool within the same space felt so otherworldly”
Lilantha
Germany Germany
“We had a wonderful stay at Cinnamon Wild Yala. The staff were incredibly friendly and made us feel truly welcome. Our villa was secluded in the wild, offering peace and comfort — the room was spotless and the bed very comfortable. The pool area...”
Elise
Australia Australia
“Such a fun location ! Lots of wild animals in and around the accomodation”
Rebecca
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We only stayed one night but we absolutely loved the hotel. The staff were amazing, the facilities were brilliant and the rooms/lodges were superb! The hotel is great to relax after (or before) a safari and with the wildlife around the hotel, the...”
Graham
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“My wife’s loved looking out over the lake at the crocs while me and the kids turned to prunes in the pool. Food was great, room perfect for the 4 of us. Not a reflection on Cinnamon wild but the safari drive was busy, driver was brilliant but when...”
Nirma
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Amazing hospitality by the staff – they went above and beyond to accommodate all our needs. As a vegetarian with specific dietary restrictions, I truly appreciated how every meal was carefully prepared to suit my requirements. The word “No” simply...”
Michal
Poland Poland
“You can see a lot of animals without leaving the resort. Great pool, amazing choice at the Buffet restaurant. Really nice people work there. Really close to the NP entrance.”
מאיר
Israel Israel
“Great location, the lake just by the hotel was full of incredible animals and the staff was very knowledgeable and explained a lot . The pool was beautiful .”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
Tuskers
  • Cuisine
    Italian • Seafood • Local • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
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House rules

Cinnamon Wild Yala takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 12:00
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 option.
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

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that arrivals after 09:00 p.m are not advisable due to animals roaming around and low visibility.

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 cancellations 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 63 km away 100 minutes drive from the hotel)

2. Bundala (Located 20 km away 30 minutes drive from the hotel.)

3. Udawalawe (Located 88 km 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.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Cinnamon Wild Yala in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.