New Delhi, March 17 Leela Palaces Hotels and Resorts announced on Tuesday the acquisition of a luxury resort in Coorg, Karnataka.
The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary expands the hospitality company's portfolio into one of South India's most attractive leisure destinations, according to a statement. The property is scheduled to open later this year.
Located in the Western Ghats, near both Bengaluru and Mangaluru, Coorg is known for its rolling coffee plantations, mist-covered hills, scenic waterfalls, and the rich Kodava heritage.
Anuraag Bhatnagar, Chief Executive Officer, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, said: "We invest in destinations with cultural and ecological significance, and Coorg strengthens our presence in South India while furthering our strategy of building a balanced portfolio across India's most iconic landscapes."
With the addition of Coorg, The Leela portfolio now includes 15 properties with over 4,160 rooms across 13 cities globally, including seven owned, seven managed, and one franchised hotel.