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Stone Wood Hotels and Resorts, the premier chain of affordable boutique hotels, proudly announces the opening of its newest property in the scenic town of Kumbhalgarh, marking the brand’s second venture in the culturally rich state of Rajasthan. Stone Wood Hotel Kumbhalgarh is strategically located just 100 kms from Udaipur Airport, ensuring a convenient 2-hour drive via well-connected roads. The hotel is in close proximity to the renowned Kumbhalgarh Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its historical and architectural grandeur. Guests will also find easy access to other notable attractions, including the revered Ranakpur Jain Temple and the enchanting Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary. The hotel boasts 21 exquisitely themed rooms, categorised into Deluxe, Super Deluxe, and Suite rooms. Each room is meticulously designed with unique themes: Fort, Moon, and Botanical, ensuring a luxurious and comfortable stay for every guest. Guests can indulge in a variety of culinary delights at a multi-cuisine restaurant offering fresh and flavorful dishes crafted by expert chefs. Additionally, the rooftop café provides a unique dining experience with breathtaking views of the Kumbhalgarh valley, surrounded by lush greenery. Stone Wood Hotel Kumbhalgarh features a large swimming pool, complete with a separate kids’ pool, perfect for relaxation in the morning sun or the cool evening breeze. The hotel also offers a dedicated Games and Activity room, providing a wide range of indoor and outdoor games suitable for all age groups. The property is an ideal venue for both corporate and social events, with extensive banqueting spaces including a versatile banquet hall and a spacious open lawn, catering to the MICE and wedding segments. For those looking to explore the rich heritage of Kumbhalgarh, the hotel offers curated …

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts announced the opening of their second hotel in the Garden City,The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru. Nestled amidst the pristine environs of Bhartiya City, one of India’s largest integrated smart cities, spread across 125 acres, the hotel exudes modern luxury and sophistication.“Bhartiya City is a unique place that celebrates local history and environment and has become a landmark in Bengaluru today. We are pleased to welcome The Leela to Bhartiya City to join us in our vision of providing space and legendary luxury to our customers. We hope that this launch will be a step in redefining the future of hospitality”. said Snehdeep Aggarwal, Founder-Chairman, Bhartiya.

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts will now operate and manage the Mahatma Mandir, the country’s largest convention and exhibition centre after winning the competitive bid and management contract. The brand will also launch The Leela Gandhinagar, a 300 room property expected to be the largest property in Gujarat’s capital city, informed Vivek Nair, Chairman and Managing Director, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts. Commenting on the development, Nair said, “The addition of Mahatma Mandir and The Leela Gandhinagar to our MiCE portfolio reinforces our plans to expand further into the international conferences and events space. Together with the support of the Government of Gujarat, our endeavour is to help transform Gandhinagar into the convention capital of India.” The agreement, effective from April 1, 2018 has been signed with Gandhinagar Railway and Urban Development Corporation (GARUD)—a special purpose vehicle formed by the Government of Gujarat with the Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation (IRSDC). R K Beniwal, Managing Director, Gandhinagar Railway and Urban Development Corporation said, “We are confident that The Leela Gandhinagar and Mahatma Mandir Convention and Exhibition Centre will be ably managed for a wider global distribution and accentuated positioning in the international and domestic MiCE market.” The 34-acre Mahatma Mandir Convention and exhibition Centre is a world-class facility for national and international conferences, exhibitions and events.

Vivek Nair, Chairman and Managing Director, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has felicitated Suresh Prabhu, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, who has also assumed the additional charge of Minister of Civil Aviation in a special ceremony organised recently at The Leela Palace New Delhi. Nair commented, “Civil aviation and tourism have to go hand in hand and only then can the industry grow. Now we have a new minister, who is known for his dynamism and we invite him to boost the synergies between the two sectors.” The ceremony saw in attendance the who’s who of the hospitality, tourism and services industry. The stakeholders of the industry put forth their views and suggestions to the minister for his consideration. Prabhu commented, “Today it is a trillion dollar economy knocking at our doors. We have to understand that one has to create concrete plans based upon the larger impact it will have on the common people. With one tourist in India, 15 jobs both direct and indirect can be created.”