It is a great honour to win accolades in a row, marching towards Hat Trick.
Repeating last year’s success, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts have again voted the World’s Best Hotel Brand for the second consecutive year by Travel + Leisure USA World’s Best Awards 2021. The group is owned and managed by a Brookfield Asset Management-sponsored private real estate fund.
The Leela is the epitome of true Indian luxury infused with a distinct aesthetic that celebrates India’s rich art, cuisine and culture that is engrained in its offering of India’s heritage to the world. This honour is recognition of the brand’s consistency in pursuing excellence and its commitment towards curating authentic luxury experiences with the graciousness of Indian hospitality.
It may be noted that Travel + Leisure USA’s World’s Best Awards are a renowned benchmark of excellence for travel and hospitality companies globally. They honour the finest travel experiences in the world selected by Travel + Leisure’s global readership of discerning travellers. The awards are particularly prestigious because in the hotel competition, readers rate their experiences and evaluate hotels across the world on characteristics such as rooms, location, service, cuisine and value.
Anuraag Bhatnagar – high profile Chief Operating Officer of The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, said “We are truly humbled and excited to be voted The World’s Best Brand by the readers of Travel + Leisure USA for the second consecutive year. This is a testament to recognition. The Leela brand enjoys and an appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our teams who go above and beyond every day, to deliver an impeccable luxury experience and make every guest’s stay a memorable one”.
Ankur Gupta, Managing Partner Brookfield Asset Management said, “Being recognized as ’The World’s Best Hotel Brand’ for the second year in a row is a tremendous achievement for The Leela hospitality business. Congratulations to the entire Leela team that has ensured highest delivery of services despite the challenging time the world has witnessed this past year”.
Ankur further added “These awards are also a recognition of the appreciation that Indian hospitality enjoys globally, and the limitless potential of the travel and tourism industry in India. Brookfield is committed to growing The Leela hospitality business both domestically and internationally, while retaining its authentic Indian luxury offering.”
It may be noted that The Leela group’s is a collection of remarkable hotels whose only unifying characteristic is their glorious individuality. Each hotel is hand-picked for its distinct character and personality, appealing to passionate travelers seeking local discovery. The brand creates “a positive stay” with its simple, guest-directed service and thoughtful choices. It is about celebration and diversity–embracing local culture and giving guests a true experience during their stay, one that is filled with local and Global flavor wrapped in the beauty. Each hotel and resort offers guests world-class style, unparalleled service, and the exquisite accommodations and signature accouterments that define luxury.