Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort has announced the appointment of Frederik Van den Borre as General Manager, effective January 15, 2026. In his new role, Frederik will lead the resort’s overall strategy and daily operations, focusing on enhancing guest experiences, strengthening commercial performance, upholding brand standards, and supporting team development across the property. Frederik joined Minor Hotels in 2022 as Executive Assistant Manager at Anantara Mui Ne Resort, where he later served as Acting General Manager, leading the property through a full refurbishment. He was subsequently appointed General Manager of Avani Hai Phong Harbour View Hotel in mid-2022, before returning to Anantara Mui Ne Resort in August 2024 as General Manager. A German national, Frederik brings more than two decades of international hospitality experience spanning Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. He began his career at the renowned Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten in Hamburg, Germany, before taking on his first international role as Assistant Food and Beverage Manager with Raffles in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. He later held senior food and beverage leadership positions with Kempinski Hotels across multiple regions, including at landmark properties such as Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul and Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi. Prior to joining Minor Hotels, he served as Executive Assistant Manager at The Peninsula Shanghai, overseeing food and beverage operations.
“Frederik brings a strong operational focus shaped by diverse international experience. His leadership approach aligns well with Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort, and we are confident he will support the resort’s ongoing commitment to heartfelt hospitality and unforgettable guest experiences,” said Nicholas Smith, Vice President of Operations for Asia at Minor Hotels. “It is a privilege to join Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort at this important moment. I look forward to working closely with the team to build on the resort’s established culture and guest experience,” added Frederik Van den Borre.
