Established on March 20, 2019, Schloss Bangalore Limited is a luxury hospitality company operating under “The Leela” brand in India. The company owns, operates, manages, and develops luxury hotels and resorts, delivering premier accommodations and personalized services inspired by Indian hospitality.

Operational Footprint:
As of May 31, 2024, Schloss Bangalore Limited is one of India’s largest luxury hospitality companies by number of keys, with a portfolio of 12 operational hotels comprising 3,382 keys. The portfolio includes The Leela Palaces, The Leela Hotels, and The Leela Resorts, operating through a mix of direct ownership and management agreements with third-party owners.

Owned Portfolio:
The company directly owns five landmark hotels with 1,216 keys across key business and leisure destinations: Bengaluru, Chennai, New Delhi, Jaipur, and Udaipur. These hotels are modern palaces blending traditional Indian architecture with contemporary luxury:

The Leela Palace Bengaluru – An 8.23-acre urban property in the central business district, catering to business and leisure travelers.

The Leela Palace Chennai – A 4.8-acre sea-facing palace on the Chennai marina, inspired by Chettinad architecture, with panoramic views of the Bay of Bengal.

The Leela Palace New Delhi – A 3-acre property in the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri, close to over 60 embassies and high commissions.

The Leela Palace Jaipur – An 8.1-acre luxury retreat near historic sites, awarded Best Family Hotel by Travel + Leisure India 2022 and listed among Top 20 Best Hotels in India by Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice 2023.

The Leela Palace Udaipur – A 7-acre property overlooking Lake Pichola and the City Palace, offering a picturesque setting.

Hospitality and Amenities:
As of May 31, 2024, Schloss operates 67 restaurants, bars, and cafes, including Jamavar, Library Bar, ZLB 23, Megu, China XO, Le Cirque, and Sheesh Mahal. The company also offers 12 spas and wellness sanctuaries, with a collaboration with Soneva under development at The Leela Palace Bengaluru, set for completion in FY 2026.

The hotels are fully equipped to host corporate meetings, conferences, weddings, and social events, catering to India’s premium MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) market.

Promoters and Management:
Schloss Bangalore Limited is promoted by private equity funds managed and advised by affiliates of Brookfield, one of the world’s largest alternative asset managers.