Cinnamon Red Colombo: Celebrates 10 Years of Tango

By Sanath Weerasuriya

‘Cinnamon Red’ the pioneering brand of hotel under the Cinnamon wing, celebrated its 10th Anniversary on Sunday, 1st of September, 2024.

Located down Green Path (Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha) in Colombo on a 60 perch land Cinnamon Red Colombo is the very first hotel to introduce the concept of ‘lean luxury’ to Sri Lanka and is the first of its kind in South Asia. 

Situated in a walking distance to Colombo’s leading shopping centres, historical sites, market places and nightlife zones of Colombo and number of restaurants and pubs, Cinnamon Red boasts of having 26 floors with 243 rooms including one suite. Starting from the ground floor to the sixth floor is the car park, the reception cum tea and coffee bar on the seventh floor and all day dining restaurant on the eighth floor. The 243 rooms are divided between the 10th and 25th floor with 16 rooms on each floor on average. 

The infinity pool on rooftop with 360 degree view of the Colombo’s skyline and the oceanic horizon on one side and the central hills as the backdrop from the East, ‘Red’ is the popular choice for urbanites and tech enthused travellers. 

‘Since our inception in 2014, we have had the privilege of welcoming over 800,000 guests, with regulars returning for repeat stays—an affirmation of the lasting relationships we have cultivated. Over the past five years, our booking rates have soared, reflecting the unwavering trust and satisfaction our guests place in us’ said Terrence Fernando, General Manager, Cinnamon Red Colombo, who serves as the GM for the entire decade.

With its state-of-the-art design and technology, Cinnamon Red is an expression of modernity in the hospitality trade in Sri Lanka. Cinnamon Red has turned into a popular base for young and mid age travellers visiting Colombo, who are highly tech based modern and self-guided explorers. It offers with comfortable rooms equipped with air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi and all modern amenities.

‘As we look back on ten years of growth and lasting relationships, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who have been part of our story. Cinnamon Red expresses its deepest appreciation to our guests and patrons for singing with us, for dancing with us, for dining with us and for choosing us, always’ Terrence added.

Cinnamon Red is new world hotel that is poised as the game-changer in Sri Lanka’s evolving tourism industry. The facilities such as gym, roof top bar on 26th floor, the restaurant on the seventh floor and vending machines are available to meet the needs of the customer. The visitors can also stack their own mini bar rather than the hotel staff doing it. There are no meeting or event rooms at the Cinnamon Red. The operating model of the hotel is far unique than any other three-star hotels. High tech operating system offers much freedom to the visitors to be on their own.

‘Step into our chic lobby lounge and treat yourself to an array of snacks, aromatic teas, and crafted coffees as you map out your urban adventures. From sunrise to sunset, enjoy a curated variety of beverages in a cosy yet lively atmosphere that feels just like home’ GM Fernando said.

‘As we look to the future, we are excited to continue building new bonds and renewing old ones whilst we serve up heartfelt, Sri Lankan hospitality to the world and make our contribution to the Sri Lankan economy’ mentioned  Kamal Munasinghe - Area Vice President, Cinnamon Colombo Hotel. Cinnamon Red also has won recognition on multiple platforms and booking channels during this decade. 

‘Winning the HICSA award in the Mid-Market category is an immense achievement for Cinnamon Red Colombo and has yet again emerged as a preferred choice for travellers, more recently winning a Booking.com award for guest satisfaction as well’ added GM Terrence Fernando. 

The room rate for Cinnamon Red Colombo ranges from Rs. 27,500/- to 31,300/- (BB).

Pix courtesy Cinnamon Red