Cinnamon Wild, Yala

Escape the ordinary at Cinnamon Wild Yala, a Sri Lankan sanctuary bordering Yala National Park which spans ten acres of jungle and beaches. In fact you are likely to come across an animal or two en route to the hotel.

Here, untamed beauty takes center stage. Bordering a rippling lake and dotted with indigenous trees, the resort seamlessly blends with the rugged landscape of the south Sri Lanka coast. Tuskers is Cinnamon Wild Yala?s restaurant, a buffet-based eatery with live action counters preparing food to your liking. The restaurant?s first floor location is no coincidence – from up there, you might be lucky and come eye to eye with an elephant during dessert! Delve further into the culture of southern Sri Lanka with a range of excursions. Safaris and guided walks in Yala are a must, while visits to local farms and destination dining will be the element that you didn't know you needed. After a day of exploration, unwind with a pre-dinner cocktail at the Rooftop Bar. As the sun dips below the horizon, this open-air venue becomes the perfect spot to share safari stories with fellow guests. In the evening, enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner on a private deck overlooking the lake, all under a canopy of stars.

Cinnamon Wild Yala's chalets are as distinct in their design as they are in their location. Quaint wooden abodes on stilts just steps away from the Indian Ocean, make up the Beach Chalets, cosy, simple. With a view of the treetops, you'll feel totally at one with nature. Meanwhile, the larger Jungle Chalets invite guests to wake up on the wild side – besides their cool tiled floors and canopied bed, they are subject to a chorus of nature in the mornings. Both chalet types come complete with peaceful porches, the ideal place for sipping a warm cup of tea and, if you're lucky, spotting local wildlife. Outdoor Swimming pool Tuskers Main Restaurant with live cooking stations Pugmarks Main Bar Rooftop Bar Optional excursions