The Leela Group of Hotels is an Indian hotel company founded by Captain C.P. Krishnan Nair in 1988. It started with one hotel in Mumbai and has since expanded to four luxury hotels located in Mumbai, Bangalore, Kovalam, and Goa. Captain Nair was inspired to launch the hotel chain after realizing India's need for hotels that could match international standards. The Leela Group aims to provide hospitality that honors India's cultural heritage while operating at world-class standards of technology and service.