Otherland Hotels has announced the appointment of Jazib Husain as General Manager of Otherland Galle, the brand's first international property, which is set to open soon on Sri Lanka's southern coast. The appointment marks an important milestone for South Asia's first independent lifestyle hospitality collective as it expands its footprint beyond India.

With nearly two decades of experience across leading international hospitality brands, Husain brings extensive expertise in hotel operations, business development, food and beverage management, public relations, infrastructure planning, and financial performance management. Throughout his career, he has built a strong reputation for operational excellence, service quality, and driving business performance in dynamic hospitality environments.

A Master's graduate in Hospitality Management from Hotelschool The Hague in The Netherlands, Husain has developed a comprehensive understanding of hospitality leadership across multiple functions. His experience spans restaurant operations, staff development, general administration, and guest experience management.

Originally from Lucknow, a city celebrated for its rich culture and hospitality traditions, Husain's background continues to influence his leadership style and approach to guest service. His blend of international exposure and hands-on operational expertise is expected to play a key role in shaping the vision and guest experience at Otherland Galle.

Commenting on the appointment, Rishi Sreedharan, Founder & CEO, Otherland Hotels, said, “as one of South Asia’s first lifestyle hospitality leaders of his calibre, Jazib pairs a calm, composed demeanour with genuine passion for service and process. His years across the world’s most respected brands give him the instinct to channel that into a bold, experience-led product like ours with steadiness to earn guest trust and affirm a brand.”

Sharing his thoughts on the new role, Jazib Husain said, “I am deeply grateful for the trust and confidence Otherland Hotels have placed in me. It is both an honour and a privilege to lead what I believe will become the benchmark for lifestyle hospitality in South Asia. Together with an exceptional team, I look forward to creating a destination defined by genuine warmth, memorable experiences, and uncompromising operational excellence. My commitment is to build a place that leaves a lasting impression on every guest."

Located in Galle, the 66-key oceanfront property will serve as Otherland's debut international address and a significant addition to the region's lifestyle hospitality landscape. The hotel is built around four key pillars: fluid experiences, rooms as basecamp, human hospitality, and differentiated food and beverage offerings. Designed for modern travellers seeking immersive local experiences, surf culture, and authentic destination connections, the property aims to redefine lifestyle hospitality in South Asia.

Otherland Galle is being developed in partnership with Emanuel Sidhartha, Co-Founder and a well-known name in Sri Lanka's hospitality and cultural sector. The hotel is the first in a larger pipeline of hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs that Otherland Hotels plans to introduce across South Asia in the coming years.