Granbell Hotel Colombo appoints Shehan Safraz as new General Manager

Shehan Safraz

Granbell Hotel Colombo, a property of Belluna Lanka, the Sri Lankan arm of Belluna Co. Ltd., Japan announced the appointment of Shehan Safraz as its General Manager. 

Shehan has been part of Granbell from the very beginning, playing an instrumental role through pre-opening and operations. Rising steadily from Rooms Division Manager to now General Manager, his career reflects Belluna’s long-term belief in building from within.     

With over two decades of international experience across leading hospitality brands in the Middle East, Shehan brings both a global outlook and deep operational focus. Under his leadership, Granbell Hotel Colombo has continued to strengthen its presence, with recognition at the Sri Lanka Tourism Awards, where it was named Best City Hotel in its class in 2024, a testament to the team’s commitment to excellence and guest care.   

Speaking on the leadership approach across Belluna Lanka’s properties, Managing Director Reyhan Morris shared, “We believe that people are at the heart of long-term success, both our guests and our teams. This appointment is a reflection of our deep commitment to nurturing talent from within and creating spaces where people can thrive. It’s how we grow responsibly, and with purpose.”