Our Story
A Sri Lankan family with a deep love for their homeland dreamed of creating places where the world could slow down again. That dream became Mountain Boutiques. Born from deep routed family values—warmth, generosity, craftsmanship, and care—Mountain Boutiques was built with a simple promise: to offer luxury that feels deeply personal. Not the grandeur of crowded lobbies, but the quiet elegance of intimate spaces. Not scripted service, but heartfelt hospitality rooted in Sri Lankan culture.
Each boutique hotel in the collection is shaped by its surroundings. In the highlands, suites open to sweeping valleys. Near tranquil lakes, the lodges rest under canopies of ancient trees. Along forest edges, open-air dining brings guests closer to the sounds of nature. Everywhere, artistry and architecture blend seamlessly with the environment.
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But the true heart of Mountain Boutiques is its family spirit. Guests are welcomed as honored friends. Meals are inspired by family recipes. Local artisans, farmers, and storytellers contribute to every detail—from handmade decor and paintings to the vibrant spices in every authentic dish.
Proudly owned and managed by a wholly Sri Lankan company with over two decades of experience and expertise in the hospitality industry, we take pride in our dynamic team who with their dedication and exceptional service, enhances the experience and value of a boutique hotel stay.
Founder's Message
Dulani & Channa
Growing up in the breathtaking landscapes of Sri Lanka, we always believed our island was one of the most beautiful places in the world. Yet it wasn’t until our years studying and living in Australia that we truly understood how special “home” was—not just for its scenery, but for its warmth, its soul, and its stories.
When we returned, we dreamed of creating something that honored all of this. Not a traditional hotel, not a grand resort— but intimate sanctuaries where guests could feel the Sri Lanka we love.
Quiet luxury, deep authenticity, and heartfelt hospitality.
This dream became Mountain Boutiques.
We built this collection as a family, guided by our values and inspired by the people and places around us. Each location was carefully selected and the space was conceptualized and built by us to reflect true Sri Lankan authenticity
As founders, our mission is simple: to create meaningful stays that stay with you. And every guest is welcomed the way we welcome friends into our home—with sincerity, generosity, and care.
We thank you for being part of our journey!
Dulani Guruge
Founder & Managing Director
With a passion shaped by global education and deep Sri Lankan roots, Dulani brings more than 22 years of expertise to the heart of Mountain Boutiques. She completed her tertiary education in Australia, earning a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing, Management, and E-Commerce from Deakin University, followed by an MBA from Edith Cowan University.
Her career began as a Management Trainee in a leading multinational company promoting inbound tourism to Sri Lanka, where she gained invaluable experience representing the country at major international travel fairs and building global partnerships. This exposure led her naturally into the hotel industry, where she excelled in managerial roles and deepened her understanding of luxury hospitality.
Driven by a vision to redefine boutique travel in Sri Lanka, Dulani embarked on creating her own hotel brand specializing in intimate, luxurious, and sustainable retreats. In 2016, she built her first boutique hotel—an accomplishment that has since grown into a collection of five unique luxury properties, each thoughtfully placed in one of Sri Lanka’s most captivating locations.
An avid traveler with a love for architecture and exploration, Dulani personally conceptualized and designed every Mountain Boutiques property. Her eye for detail and passion for storytelling through space have shaped a collection where each hotel carries its own identity, charm, and sense of place.
Today, her leadership continues to shape Mountain Boutiques into one of Sri Lanka’s most distinctive boutique hotel brands—rooted in authenticity, guided by purpose, and inspired by the beauty of the island she calls home.
Channa Nissanka Arachchige
CEO/Director
With deep rooted Sri Lankan values with a yearning to gain global exposure, Channa completed his Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Economics at Deakin University, Australia.
Being an Australian citizen, he perused a career in banking where he gained invaluable experience before returning home to Sri Lanka. Driven by a desire to contribute to Sri Lanka’s growing hospitality landscape, he supported and contributed to Dulani’s vision in creating a distinctive, design-led boutique hotel brand in Sri Lanka.
Within Mountain Boutiques, Channa plays a key role, leading the team in finance, strategic planning, and operational guidance, ensuring the brand’s growth remains both sustainable and aligned with its founding values.
A fitness enthusiast and a devoted follower of the New Zealand- All Blacks team, Channa’s adventurous spirit has inspired many of the curated activities and excursions offered across the hotel collection. His passion for exploration has also been instrumental in shaping the architectural concepts and experiential identity of the brand’s unique properties.
Channa continues to aspire and guide the team at Mountain Boutiques to build a boutique hotel portfolio defined by authenticity, innovation and sustainbility.
Suraj Maheswaran
Resident Manager - Flameback Eco Lodge
With over 15 years experience in the luxury and eco-stay accommodation segment, Suraj is an experienced hotel professional who heads the operations of Flameback Eco Lodge. While Food & Beverage is his specialty, he is a keen wildlife enthusiast and a senior naturalist, who is actively involved in our Sustainability and eco-friendly initiatives and activities conducted at the hotel.
Having sutdied at St Thomas College, Bandarawela, Suraj is a seasoned hospitality professional with over 19 years of experience in the luxury accommodation sector.
He too possess an in-depth knowledge about wildlife and birding and conducts nature guided walks with the guests along with our other senior naturalists and has been instrumental in the curation and implementation of our community based activities.
Sonali Lowe
Manager - Sales & Reservations
A passionate traveler and explorer of Sri Lanka's niche boutique segments, Sonali holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a specialization in Hospitality, Tourism & Events Management from Uva Wellassa University. Currently, she is pursuing a Master's in Marketing at the University of Kelaniya to further hone her skills and knowledge. With six years of experience in the inbound travel industry, Sonali made a significant career shift into the boutique hotel sector. joining Mountain Boutiques Luxury Collection where she now celebrates six successful years. Sonali is also a Travelife Sustainability Manager and a Travelife Certified Animal Welfare professional. She is deeply committed to promoting sustainable tourism practices and contributes to the Mountain Boutiques Luxury collection sustainability management practices.
Gihan Jayathilaka
Resident Manager - The Capoe House
A hospitality professional with over 15 years in the boutique luxury hospitality sector, Gihan and his team at The Capoe House ensures a memorable and adventurous stay for guests visiting The Capoe House. His knowledge of wildlife and conservation has been instrumental in promoting nature based activities at the hotel including the popular junior naturalist programme enjoyed by the youngsters.
Ishan Chathuranga
Bungalow Executive - Rosewood Manor
An expert in Food & Beverage and curating the finest cocktails, Ishan has over a decade of experience in the luxury hotel segment. His passion for conservation and organic farming has resulted in Rosewood Manor's green house concept and other eco-friendly initiatives implemented by the in-house team. He is a nature lover and ensures the guests have a memorable stay within the tranquility and serenity of Rosewood Manor.
Chef Krishan Sameera
Executive Chef- Flameback Eco Lodge
Having worked in leading boutique hotel chains within the country, Chef Sameera is an experienced culinary expert specializing in Set menus and a-la cart menus.
Being an award Winner of Culinary Art awarded by Chefs Guild of Sri Lanka, Sameera has curated a fine selection of set menu's combining Sri Lankan, Western and Asian cuisine for guests to indulge in an unique gastronomical experience.
Known for his skillful culinary presentation and flavorsome cuisine he partakes in Guest Culinary experiences held within the hotel premises.
Chef Madushanka
Senior Sous Chef - The Capoe House
Chef Madushanka is a young and dynamic culinary enthusiast who has advanced well in his career due to his creativity and experimental cuisine. He has introduced authentic and flavorsome ingredients to the western and traditional cuisine offered at The Capoe House and has been commended for the presentation of traditional Sri Lankan cuisine Capoe House is well known for.
