The Leela to ramp up overall portfolio to 24 hotels

Celebrating four decades in the hospitality industry, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts is planning to increase its overall portfolio to 24 properties from 15, adding more than 5,200 luxury keys across its network. The hotel chain has nine hotels in pipeline comprising 1,065 keys.

As part of its expansion strategy, The Leela is focusing on emerging and high-potential destinations, including Srinagar, Ayodhya, Agra, Bandhavgarh, Ranthambore, Jaisalmer and Sikkim.

Anuraag Bhatnagar, Whole-time Director and Chief Executive Officer, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, said, “Our focus is on strengthening our position in the true Indian luxury space, deepening guest engagement, enhancing brand visibility, and scaling the culture of The Leela across a growing portfolio.”

The company aims to strengthen its presence across both business and leisure travel markets while broadening its reach in India’s growing luxury hospitality segment.