Introducing our finest, most indulgent, designer selection of hotels and resorts from the Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts portfolio. This is our hand selected premier tier that explores your manifestation of personalised luxury.
Warmed by the southern rays, the sleepy seaside town of Bentota wakes up to the Indian Ocean and the Benthara River. Nestled there is an escape that makes you feel more like yourself. Cinnamon Bentota Beach is Geoffrey Bawa’s inspiration for framing artistry with architecture, but, to us, it’s about you.
The current batik ceiling by Ena de Silva, is a copy of the original that was done in 1967, carried out by the same craftspeople who made the second iteration of it in 1994. These panels were made by the Aluvihare Heritage Centre, under the guidance of Chandra Aluvihare, Director of the Aluvihare Heritage Centre and architect Amila de Mel and Designer Roshan Rajapakse.
Design: Ena de Silva / Anil Gamini Jayasuriya Wax resistant dye on cotton cloth mounted on plyboard
Handloom fabric covered the original ceiling in 1967, designed by Barbara Sansoni. The renovation went back to archival records of both the Bawa Trust and Barefoot to recreate a ceiling that’s hard to tell apart from the original.
Design: Barbara Sansoni and Barefoot (1967), Marie Gnanaraj and Barefoot (2019) Handloom fabric mounted on plyboard
Painted panels copied from records kept by the artist of the original panels - Ismeth Raheem originally made these drawings as a low cost way of using art to decorate the walls of the salon with clear instruction from Geoffrey Bawa only to use felt tip pens and Samara pigment on limewash. The Robin Blue used by Raheem on similar works at the Serendib Hotel next door distinguishes them from this set.
Design: Ismeth Raheem (2019) copied from photos made by the artist of the 1967 originals Emulsion paint and felt tip pen on plyboard
The peacock made by Laki Senanayake is the original from 1967 and has stood there since it was fixed in place. Protected by a steel box during the demolition and rebuilding process, it has been cleaned and repaired by artist Pradeep Manampari.
Design: Laki Senanayake (1967) Welded copper and brass sheets
Wellness
Wellness
Spa Ceylon Luxury Ayurveda
Luxury renewal, based on the ancient art of traditional healing. Discover how Ayurveda restores the mind and body with a selection of decadent treatments, massages, and rituals.
Spa Ceylon Luxury Ayurveda is located at Cinnamon Bentota Beach.
Wellness
Wellness
It's all about cardio, weights, and good energy. Our fully equipped gym is custom designed to give you an energising workout and reasons to high five.
Includes:
• High quality cardio machines
• Weights centre and full equipment racks
• Custom fitness facilities
Our Gymnasium is located at Cinnamon Bentota Beach, and open from 7.00am to 7.00pm.
We specialise in giving joy an aftertaste. Our 4 signature restaurants, bars and lounges make dining a generous celebration that tends to stay on your mind.
Indulge in a little moonrise romance, where the river meets the sea, with an intimate dining experience by the Benthara River.
Includes:
• Multi-course, custom, fine dining menu
• Personalised romantic set up with a private view of the Benthara River
• Private butler
This experience is located at Cinnamon Bentota Beach.
Explore a buffet of flavour with Asian Fusion at Zest, to Italian and Western at Ottimo.
Includes:
• International Fusion Cuisine
• Authentic Sri Lankan
• Indian
• American
• Italian
• Signature Desserts
Zest and Ottimo is the main buffet restaurant at Cinnamon Bentota Beach, and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Our lobby lounge and bar is centred around distinctive palates and palettes. Enjoy a signature menu and conversations inspired by the artistic tastes of local artists. From the guardian brass peacock, to the reimagination of the sun sculpture.
Includes:
• Signature cocktails & mocktails
• Fusion snacks
Fuze is located in the lobby at Cinnamon Bentota Beach, and is open for all day dining between 10am and midnight.
Don’t just watch the sunset, get drenched in it.
Our swim up, chic pool bar is an experience of the senses – drenched in Southern sunshine, slow sunsets, the feeling of being quenched and, coincidentally has the best seat in the house for our evening cultural entertainment.
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Drench is located in the swimming pool at Cinnamon Bentota Beach, and is open from 10am to 7pm.
Tuck into a generous, fine dining experience with fresh, hand selected seafood prepared exactly the way you like it. Pair it with fine wines, coconut arrack, or just the sea breeze.
Includes:
• Gourmet seafood menus
• Fresh selection of fish, mussels, and crustaceans
• Dishes prepared to your preferences
• Curated local, signature, and international beverages
Sea Meats Spice is located by the beach at Cinnamon Bentota Beach, and is open from 7pm to 10.30pm.
Slow adventures in the south, adrenaline on the river, guided tours, and a world for kids. What would you like to experience first?
Located on the banks of Dedduwa Lake, just a 15 minute drive from Cinnamon Bentota Beach.
Pause. Breathe. Feel. Take your time when exploring Geoffery Bawa’s country house, and 15 acre gardens which were gently created over a period of 40 years. The architecture, sculptures, and leaf framed glades overlooking the lake, feels more personal when you stay a little longer to reflect.
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Lunuganga Estate is located on the banks of Dedduwa Lake, just a 15 minute drive from Cinnamon Bentota Beach.
Live in the moment, where the river meets the sea. Dance with the wind, water, and southern sunshine as you explore the Benthara River, with a little extra speed.
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This experience is located at Cinnamon Bentota Beach.
We love how the art of fun is framed by play, so we created a custom playroom with interactive and imaginative games, for you and your family.
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Our custom playroom is located at Cinnamon Bentota Beach, and is open from 8am to 10pm.
Craft or learn something you’ll always remember, guided by the hands of artisans in Bentota.
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This experience is located at Cinnamon Bentota Beach
Enjoy a gentle morning that slowly reveals sleepy river monsters, blue eyed cormorants, monkeys clinging on to fisherman, and more, where the river meets the sea.
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This experience is located at Cinnamon Bentota Beach.
Our grand ballroom, in particular, can accommodate up to 300 guests. Our world class banquet team is prepared to curate your experience based on your preferences, and we have a feeling that’s just what you want.
Breathtaking ocean views and charismatic indoor and garden spaces, makes joy the guest of honour. Cocktail soirees under the stars are just the beginning.
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Learn MoreNo Waste
No Waste
We’ve implemented a comprehensive solid waste separation and storage system, ensuring that glass, materials, non recyclables, paper, cardboard, and hazardous waste are meticulously sorted and stored, minimising environmental harm. Additionally, every Friday, we observe ‘No Bin Day’, aimed at heightening awareness about waste generation and promoting sustainable consumption habits among staff and guests alike.
No Plastic
No Plastic
Cinnamon Bentota Beach has implemented an innovative solution to combat plastic pollution: an in house water bottling plant. By bottling water on site, we have significantly reduced our carbon footprint and taken a significant stride towards our goal of eliminating single use guest facing plastics by 2030. Our bottles are crafted from 80% recycled glass, with 100% recycled content in the aluminium caps.
Community
Community
We partnered with local artisans and entrepreneurs to promote their handmade products, ranging from bags, toys, jewellery, hats and pouches, to wooden crafts and wood art crafted from wood chips and dried wood shavings. This collaborative effort not only celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the community but also empowers local artisans to thrive in their craft.
Community
No Waste
No Waste
To conserve water, flow restrictors are installed in wash basins across public areas and guest rooms, minimising water usage without compromising convenience. Additionally, rainwater harvesting systems are implemented in the staff block, harnessing nature's resources to reduce reliance on traditional water sources.
Energy
Energy
We use Building Management Software (BMS) to optimise centralised chillers based on ambient temperature, thereby reducing energy consumption. Furthermore, solar panels supplement the grid's energy supply, harnessing renewable energy sources to power our operations sustainably. Moreover, the use of magnetic bearing compressors in chillers maximises energy efficiency, further minimising our carbon footprint.
Employee
Employee
We prioritise impactful initiatives for nurturing a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. From ‘EmpowHer’, a forum dedicated to empowering all female colleagues, providing them with a platform to voice their ideas, concerns, and aspirations, to our town hall meetings which offer opportunities for open communication and transparency. We also recognise and reward our colleagues through awards programmes.
Biodiversity
Biodiversity
We have established a greenhouse on our premises that encourages sustainable agricultural practices through a ‘Farm to Fork’ approach. The greenhouse includes vertical gardens and produces a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs. This pioneering approach not only enhances the quality and taste of our culinary offerings, but also contributes to reducing our carbon footprint.
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