Leela Group is an Indian business conglomerate founded by ChittarathPoovakkatt Krishnan Nair, and named after his wife. The hotel chain under this group is just one division along with its Fashion, Tourism, and Real Estate business sectors. Lella Palaces, Hotels, and Resorts is owned and managed by Hotel Leelaventure Limited, which is the company founded way back in 1983. The initial aim was to make this series of hotel chain one of the most luxurious hospitality brands in India. Nowadays, they are trying to make the name known even in international locations. From the outskirts of Mumabi, the team has represented the diverse culture in different locations in India. They are now award-winning properties across the country, so the group is motivated to extend the operations all over the world.

On February 17, 2013, the leadership of the team was passed over to the sons of the late Captain C.P. Krishnan Nair. Vivek Nair was appointed Chairman and Managing Director while Mr. Dinesh Nair became the Co-Chairman and Managing Director of the Hotel Leelaventure Limited. On May 17, 2014, the Founder Chairman and Chairman Emeritus of The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts, passed away peacefully at the age of 92, with his family standing right next to him.