Cinnamon Wild Yala is a 4-star, 68-room eco-luxury resort situated on the edge of Yala National Park in Kirinda, Southern Province, Sri Lanka. The property features standalone chalets offering beach or jungle views, an outdoor pool, a spa, and the Tuskers restaurant serving Sri Lankan and Western buffets alongside the Pugmarks poolside bar. Wildlife including elephants, crocodiles, water buffalo, and wild boar regularly visit the grounds and adjacent lake. The resort is operated by Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts (formerly branded as Chaaya Wild Yala) and is approximately 5 minutes' drive from the Yala National Park entrance.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cinnamon Wild Yala. The lodges were exceptionally well maintained, clean, and comfortable, making us feel at home from the moment we arrived. What truly made our stay special was the incredibly…
A good base from which to experience a Yala safari. One or two nights is plenty as apart from the pool there is nothing else to do there. The beach is beautiful but not safe for swimming. Special mention to Danushka, one of the w…
Our family (two adults and two children age 11 and 15) have just returned from a 17 day tour in Sri Lanka. This hotel was an absolute highlight. The location is stunning - watching the wildlife around the lake whilst sitting by th…
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