Founded under the Acorn Group—one of the region’s most diversified conglomerates with deep-rooted presence across aviation, travel, logistics, leisure, insurance and education in multiple Asian markets—the brand represents the Group’s commitment to elevating Sri Lanka’s tourism with depth, global insight, and long-term purpose.
Built on the Group’s decades of expertise in moving people, products, and experiences across borders, TONIK embodies Acorn’s belief that every destination carries a soul.
The brand’s mission is to translate that soul into curated hospitality experiences that drive value for property owners, meet evolving global traveller expectations, and elevate Sri Lanka onto the world stage.
“Sri Lanka’s tourism story is rich, diverse, and waiting to be told in ways that resonate with the world’s most discerning travellers.
TONIK’s philosophy of ‘Every Stay Is a Story’ aligns with the broader evolution of our industry—where authenticity, culture, and meaningful experiences are no longer optional but essential.
Sri Lanka’s unique narrative, shaped by community, craft, and history, deserves platforms that elevate its voice globally.
We believe TONIK’s design-led, culturally rooted approach will not only strengthen the island’s appeal but also create sustainable value for communities, property owners, and the nation’s tourism ecosystem as a whole.”
— Harith Perera, Partner, Acorn Group
At its core philosophy that “Every Stay Is a Story”, TONIK views villas and boutique hotels not as commercial assets but as living narratives.
Each property is treated as a character shaped by architecture, memory, craft, and community.
This positioning addresses a real market gap: while Sri Lanka features exceptional independent villas, many struggle with visibility, positioning, and global reach.
TONIK resolves this by identifying, preserving, and amplifying each property’s distinct value proposition—transforming uniqueness into revenue-generating potential for owners.
“With TONIK, we believe Sri Lanka stands on the cusp of a renaissance.
Our island holds an abundance of untouched potential—stories waiting to be discovered, traditions waiting to be preserved, and experiences waiting to be shared.
TONIK’s mission is to unlock this potential with sensitivity, creativity, and innovation.
By nurturing our properties as living narratives and honouring the communities that sustain them, we aim to shape a new chapter for tourism—one that is authentic, future-ready, and deeply Sri Lankan.”
— Sundararajah Kokularajah, Chief Executive Officer, TONIK
For property owners, TONIK provides a significant advantage: Acorn Group’s intelligence and influence in key tourism demand markets.
With strong networks across the Maldives, Middle East, Europe, and Asia—supported by its aviation, travel, and logistics subsidiaries—the Group understands traveller behaviour with precision.
This includes High-Net-Worth (HNW) travel patterns, where Acorn maintains a strong market share through its operations in the Maldives.
TONIK is built on this knowledge, ensuring Sri Lanka is positioned not just to compete, but to expand into new market segments by building confidence and consistency similar to world-leading destinations.
As global travel trends shift toward intentional, slow, and meaningful experiences, TONIK is designed to meet this demand head-on.
The brand blends design, service, and technology-enabled personalisation to create richness and emotional resonance—qualities highly sought by modern boutique travellers and HNW guests alike.
Looking ahead, TONIK envisions a tourism future where every property becomes a portal into the island’s culture—its communities, craftsmanship, and untold stories.
With the strength of the Acorn Group, future-ready frameworks, and a commitment to innovation, TONIK is set to become the next Sri Lankan hospitality brand reaching the global stage.
Redefining Sri Lanka’s leisure sector, shaping the future needs of global travellers, and building capabilities on par with world-class players, TONIK is on a path to becoming a globally recognised villa brand.
For more information on TONIK’s unique properties and offerings, please call +94 77 728 8881 or visit www.tonik.world