Leela Investing in Three New Indian Properties

Opens the 322 room Leela Kempinski Gurgaon, Delhi N.C.R, India

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. April 10, 2009

MUMBAI, India, April 8, 2009 - One of India's finest luxury hotel groups, The Leela Hotels, Palaces & Resorts is investing $300 million and adding three new properties in the next two years. With five properties operational, three more hotels opening this year and next, and plans for three more, The Leela aims to be a major force in the Indian hospitality industry with a presence in the country's major resort and business destinations.

As part of a new upscale, mixed-use development in New Delhi's newest satellite business and shopping district, The Leela Kempinski Gurgaon, Delhi (N.C.R) had its soft opening in January and will have 322 guest rooms and suites and 90 serviced residences.

The Leela Kempinski Gurgaon, The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts' first northern Indian property has been opened in Gurgaon, Delhi. It is not far from the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) New Delhi. The hotel has 322 luxury guestrooms and suites, and an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, yoga and aerobic studios, a beauty salon and large spa. The leela Kempinski Gurgaon's two Royal Club floors offer guests personalised and complimentary services and access to the Royal Club Lounge facilities. A display of contemporary Indian artwork makes it even more fascinating for the guests and enjoy their stay to the fullest. The Leela Kempinski Gurgaon also offers ballrooms, boardrooms and meeting rooms, and a business centre standing on over 25,000 sqm of area. The property also claims to have the largest banqueting facilities in the region.

"Opening the first Leela hotel in northern India is a momentous occasion for us. Our management alliance with Ambience Group has been an important factor in The Leela's expansion plan," said Captain Nair, chairman, the Leela Group proudly. "Guests and patrons at the new property will experience the same distinguished hospitality as at our other hotels."

The Leela Kempinski, Gurgaon however, will be managed by the Ambience Group. Raj Singh Gehlot, Chairman, Ambience Group is all game to take the responsibility in his own hands, "We are delighted to join with The Leela to bring the experience of the foremost Indian chain to the city of Gurgaon," he said. "This hotel is amongst several key luxury projects at Ambience Island, and is an integral part of the mixed-use complex which qualifies the Island as a luxury destination for residents, visitors and guests." he continued.

The Leela Kempinski Gurgaon, Delhi (N.C.R.) is the first Leela property in northern India, and the first managed property for the Group. The group has hotels in Mumbai, Bangalore, Kovalam and Goa which have enjoyed a high rank ever since its first hotel was opened.

"India is an attractive destination for both leisure and business travelers," says Onno Poortier, the president of The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts. "We know there is a tremendous potential for growth here which is why we are building and opening new hotels," explains Poortier.