Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, long recognised for bringing the best of the world to Sri Lanka and the best of Sri Lanka to the world is strengthening its position as a destination expert in South Asia. The brand is uniquely positioned as a catalyst for destination development, advancing scale, innovation, and sustainable growth across its portfolio.

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts operates 17 properties across Sri Lanka and the Maldives, spanning city hotels, lifestyle resorts, and island retreats. Each property is designed to reflect the region’s diversity, from urban energy to nature led tranquillity.

“Sri Lanka has the assets to be one of the most desired destinations in the world. What we need now is scale, innovation, and consistency,” says Hishan Singhawansa the recently appointed CEO of the chain. “Cinnamon is focused on delivering experiences that combine authenticity, technology, and design with a purpose driven approach.”

At the centre of its growth strategy is Cinnamon Life, a US$1.2 billion integrated resort and the largest private development in Sri Lanka’s history. The complex features 687 rooms, 160,000 sq. ft. of MICE facilities, residences, retail, and entertainment, well positioned to  bring about Colombo’s evolution into a global city.

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts’ strength lies in its deep understanding of place, culture, and community. Through Cinnamon Nature Trails, its experiential arm, the brand designs conservation led safaris and nature based adventures that promote biodiversity and responsible tourism.

The Cinnamon Hospitality Academy focuses on building industry talent by equipping future professionals with globally recognised skills and practices, ensuring Sri Lanka’s hospitality workforce is aligned with international standards.

The chain’s people agenda is rooted in inclusion and empowerment. The company aims to increase female representation to 25% by 2030, supported by initiatives such as EmpowHer, Hikka Batiks, and the Palmyrah Project, programmes that integrate community enterprise and sustainability into the brand’s operating model.

“Tourism is about transformation of people, communities, and economies,” says Singhawansa. “Our goal is to create meaningful experiences that deliver both value and impact.”

Through its membership in the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, the only Sri Lankan brand within the Alliance connects with a network of over 30 million loyalty members worldwide via the Cinnamon Discovery programme. The brand continues to strengthen its digital capabilities, leveraging data-driven insights and mobile-first engagement to enhance guest experiences and operational performance.

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is focused on sustainable expansion and operational excellence, with an emphasis on developing Sri Lanka and the Maldives as leading destinations in the region. Its long-term vision is built on authenticity, innovation, and human connection combining global standards with local expertise.