Theme Resorts & Spas Private Limited is redefining hospitality in Sri Lanka through a collection of immersive, eco-conscious resorts that embrace the island’s rich culture and natural beauty. Established in 2014, the company curates authentic regional experiences by seamlessly blending its resorts into the surrounding landscapes, ensuring sustainability is at the heart of its operations.
A Diverse Portfolio Rooted in Heritage
With properties spanning from the serene beaches of Passekudah to the misty mountains of Nuwara Eliya, Theme Resorts & Spas offers a diverse portfolio, including Maalu Maalu Resort & Spa, Aliya Resort & Spa, Kithala Resort, Mountbatten Bungalow, Scottish Planter Bungalow, Ayurvie Retreats, Wild Glamping – Knuckles, and Tea & Experience Factory. Each location is carefully designed to reflect Sri Lanka’s heritage while upholding global sustainability standards.
Sustainability as a Core Business Principle
Sustainability is at the core of Theme Resorts & Spas, built on two fundamental pillars: environmental conservation and social upliftment. This dual approach ensures that while driving economic growth, the company actively contributes to environmental protection and community development.
Eco-Friendly Infrastructure and Green Initiatives
To minimize environmental impact, its resorts feature energy-efficient architectural designs that optimize natural light and ventilation. Many resorts maintain in-house organic gardens, reducing reliance on external produce while promoting sustainable agriculture. The Aliya Resort & Spa stands out for operating Sri Lanka’s only hotel-managed paper recycling plant, where paper waste is repurposed into reusable products for the resort and its sister properties.
Empowering Local Communities
The company also plays a vital role in empowering local communities. By prioritizing local hiring and sourcing fresh produce from nearby suppliers, Theme Resorts & Spas supports regional economic growth. Employees receive sustainability training, ensuring that they actively participate in the company’s eco-friendly initiatives.
Corporate Social Responsibility with Lasting Impact
Beyond sustainable business operations, Theme Resorts & Spas is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, running two flagship initiatives. Reconstruire et Vivre, meaning Rebuild & Live, is a long-standing CSR arm focused on socio-economic development projects across Sri Lanka. Through housing programs, preschool initiatives, and learning centers, the initiative improves the lives of marginalized communities.
The Biodiversity Educational Research Initiative is a pioneering effort to address Sri Lanka’s biodiversity conservation challenges. It aims to establish four biodiversity research centers in key ecological regions, fostering research and education for local and international stakeholders. The first phase of this ambitious project is already underway in Sigiriya, marking a significant step towards preserving the country’s natural heritage.
A Model for Responsible Tourism
With an unwavering commitment to sustainability, Theme Resorts & Spas has set a new standard in responsible tourism. From eco-conscious infrastructure and ethical business practices to transformative CSR projects, the company’s philosophy of prosper thy neighbor serves as a model for the industry.
Shanggari Balakrishnan, CEO of MORS Group, describes Theme Resorts & Spas as not just a place for good times but a company built on a strong social ethic, making it a beacon in sustainability. Dr. Jayanthi Desan, Lead Jury of the ACES Awards, highlights how the corporation’s energy-efficient designs and socially conscious management mindset make it an organization to look up to.
Luxury with a Lasting Impact
By intertwining luxury with sustainability, Theme Resorts & Spas not only delivers exceptional hospitality experiences but also ensures a lasting positive impact on Sri Lanka’s environment and communities.
