What we do

We represent the interests of Sri Lanka’s hotel and hospitality sector and engage with Government, regulators, statutory authorities, and other stakeholders on policies, regulations, incentives, and issues affecting the industry.

We work closely with Government and relevant authorities to provide industry insights, recommendations, and practical solutions aimed at strengthening the tourism and hotel industry and creating a more conducive environment for investment and sustainable growth.

We support initiatives that promote the advancement, modernisation, competitiveness, and long-term development of Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality sector, while encouraging innovation and international best practices.

We provide a unified platform for our members to raise industry concerns, exchange knowledge and experiences, identify common challenges, and work collectively towards solutions that benefit the wider hotel industry.

We build and maintain strategic relationships with local and international organisations, tourism bodies, trade associations, institutions, and industry stakeholders to strengthen cooperation, knowledge sharing, and opportunities for the Sri Lankan hospitality sector.

We contribute to initiatives that strengthen Sri Lanka’s position as an attractive, competitive, and sustainable global tourism destination, recognising the vital role played by the hotel sector in the country’s tourism ecosystem.

We bring together hotels and resorts of diverse sizes, categories, ownership structures, and brands under one representative body, fostering unity, cooperation, and a stronger collective voice for the industry.

We work to create meaningful opportunities and benefits for our members through industry engagement, partnerships, knowledge exchange, representation, and initiatives that support the continued growth and success of their businesses.

We establish affiliations and collaborate with relevant international organisations and industry bodies, connecting Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector with global networks, knowledge, expertise, and opportunities.

Through our work across the industry, THASL contributes to the broader development of Sri Lanka’s tourism economy, recognising the sector’s importance in generating employment, attracting investment, supporting local businesses, and strengthening the country’s international economic profile.