Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Appoints Chelan Goonetilleke as New General Manager
El-Balad has reported that Chelan Goonetilleke has been appointed as the new General Manager of the Four Seasons Hotel Toronto. The announcement was made on February 19, 2026. Goonetilleke is set to lead the hotel into its next chapter.
Background of Chelan Goonetilleke
Goonetilleke brings extensive experience to his new role. His career with Four Seasons began in 2007 as the Senior Director of Marketing for resorts in Mauritius and Seychelles. He later moved to Dubai, where he managed marketing efforts for both the Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach and the Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre.
In 2017, he took on the position of General Manager at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler. His leadership there garnered the property several prestigious accolades, including:
- 2 Michelin Keys in 2025.
- #1 Resort in Canada by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards.
- #1 Resort in Canada by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards.
Vision for Four Seasons Hotel Toronto
Antoine Chahwan, President of Hotel Operations for the Americas, praised Goonetilleke’s strategic vision and commitment to service excellence. Chahwan noted that his global outlook would enhance the guest experience at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto.
Goonetilleke expressed his excitement about assuming this important position. He remarked, “I am honoured to take on this role at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, the flagship property and birthplace of the Four Seasons brand.”
Upcoming Goals and Community Engagement
In his new role, Goonetilleke aims to maintain the hotel’s tradition of exceptional service, reflecting Canada’s hospitality and Toronto’s vibrant energy. Outside work, he plans to immerse himself in the local culinary scene, explore new cocktail bars, and enjoy the city’s golf courses in the summer.
About Four Seasons Hotel Toronto
Opened in October 2012, the Four Seasons Hotel Toronto is recognized for its luxury and service. Notably, it is Canada’s first hotel to receive both AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Travel Guide Five Star ratings. The hotel includes:
- 259 guest rooms.
- A luxury spa covering 30,000 square feet.
- Café Boulud and d|bar by Chef Daniel Boulud.
In recent years, the hotel has earned various accolades, including:
- 2017 TripAdvisor’s Traveller’s Choice Winner for #1 Best Hotel in Toronto.
- Robb Report’s Best of the Best.
- Condé Nast Traveller’s Hot List.
- T+L’s Top City Hotel in Canada.
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