Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Redefines South Asia’s MICE Landscape

• Iconic integrated resort offers world-class venues with panoramic views of Colombo and the Indian Ocean

India, 5th September 2025: Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, South Asia’s first fully integrated resort, is redefining the region’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) landscape. Developed by John Keells Holdings with an investment of over USD 1.2 billion—the largest private investment in Sri Lanka’s history—the project firmly positions Colombo as a premier global hub for business events, international conferences, and destination celebrations.

With more than 160,000 sq. ft. of adaptable event space, Cinnamon Life offers an extraordinary variety of venues that cater to everything from intimate board meetings to international summits. Designed for flexibility, the resort features five distinct ballrooms and three unique outdoor spaces, each blending cutting-edge design with breathtaking views of the ocean, Lake Beira, and Colombo’s skyline.

Key highlights include:

· Lumina Ballroom – Accommodates up to 1,556 guests in theatre style, divisible into smaller spaces.

· Cumulus Ballroom – Perched 100 meters above the city, this pillarless cantilevered ballroom offers 270° panoramic views through floor-to-ceiling glass walls.

· Celestine Ballroom – An intimate 180-guest venue with an adjoining 4,986 sq. ft. pre-function area.

· The Forum – A versatile space with electronic dropdown partitions and dedicated lobby access.

· The Studio – Six partitionable meeting rooms for workshops and breakouts.

· The Podium – An outdoor venue set against the Indian Ocean, ideal for gala dinners and exhibitions.

· The Boardroom – Strategically located next to the Conference Hall for executive sessions.

Centrally located in Colombo, Cinnamon Life is only 35–40 minutes from Bandaranaike International Airport, making it easily accessible from South Asia, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. With short flight times from key regional hubs and Sri Lanka’s visa-friendly policies, the destination is well-suited for both regional and international delegates.

The property offers a dedicated MICE entrance, lobby, and reception area, ensuring smooth guest flow. Parking is equally convenient, with 2,589 slots available.

Cinnamon Life at COD is not just a venue, it is a true “city within a city.” The destination offers 800 luxury rooms and suites, with 687 at Cinnamon Life and 113 at NUWA, complemented by a diverse selection of 17 restaurants and bars that showcase global cuisines alongside Sri Lanka’s rich culinary heritage. Adding to its appeal is a vibrant mix of high-end retail, Sri Lanka’s premier casino, a shopping mall, office towers, and luxury residences. This integrated ecosystem enables delegates to stay, work, meet, dine, shop, and celebrate seamlessly under one roof, delivering unmatched convenience and engagement.

Cinnamon Life has already hosted international summits, corporate forums, and large-scale cultural gatherings, supported by a dedicated team of MICE specialists who deliver seamless execution from concept

to completion. With the capacity to host more than 5,000 guests across its venues, the resort is setting a new benchmark for MICE in South Asia.

Positioned at the crossroads of modern infrastructure, cultural richness, and Sri Lanka’s renowned hospitality, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams offers a transformative stage for world-class conferences, exhibitions, and incentive travel.