VRGrand Ballroom
542 guests max4,200 sq.ft.100 × 42 × 14.7 ft
23, HAL Old Airport Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Kodihalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560008
Across 7.5 acres of manicured gardens in Kodihalli, one of Bengaluru's most sought-after business corridors, The Leela Palace Bengaluru stands as a five-star deluxe property that has set the benchmark for luxury event hosting in the city since its opening in 2001. Inspired by the grand palace architecture of the Hoysala and Vijayanagara dynasties, the building's ornate facade and soaring atrium lobby signal to guests — before a single event detail is discussed — that the standard here is uncompromising. For planners managing high-visibility corporate functions, milestone celebrations, or multi-day MICE programmes, this property brings together palatial scale, Bengaluru's most central upscale address, and a dedicated events team under one roof.
The primary event floor houses the Durbar Hall, the property's signature pillarless banquet space capable of accommodating up to 500 guests in a floating setup and seating approximately 350 in a formal banquet arrangement. The Durbar's pillarless design is a functional advantage that planners consistently cite: it eliminates obstructed sightlines for stage presentations, awards ceremonies, and keynote formats. A dedicated pre-function area adjoining the hall provides generous space for delegate registration, cocktail receptions, and branded display installations. Complementing the Durbar is a set of smaller breakout rooms — The Chrysalis and The Forum — suited to boardroom sessions and concurrent conference tracks, making multi-format MICE agendas workable within a single property footprint.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru primarily hosts two event categories: luxury weddings and large-scale corporate conferences. For weddings, the Durbar Hall is configured with a ceremonial mandap area, floral installations managed by the in-house décor team, and multi-cuisine banquet service drawn from the property's kitchen brigade — the same team that operates Jamavar, the property's celebrated South Indian fine-dining restaurant. For corporate conferences, the hall converts to theatre-style or hollow square formats with integrated AV infrastructure and high-speed Wi-Fi. One honest planning consideration: the property's maximum floating capacity of 542 guests means it is best suited to mid-to-large events; planners requiring space for over 600 guests in a single hall will need to explore supplementary arrangements or an alternative Bengaluru facility.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru has received consistent recognition from Condé Nast Traveller and Travel + Leisure India as one of the country's top luxury city hotels — distinctions that carry practical weight for planners whose attendees will also evaluate accommodation quality. The property offers 254 guest rooms and 23 suites, giving residential conference programmes sufficient room inventory to operate without sourcing overflow accommodation. For international MICE delegations, the proximity to Bengaluru's central business district and a drive time of approximately 45–50 minutes from Kempegowda International Airport are factors that should be weighed during logistics planning.
Spalba's listing for The Leela Palace Bengaluru includes verified capacity figures, hall dimensions, and direct RFP submission to the property's events desk — removing the back-and-forth that typically delays early-stage venue shortlisting. Planners who have already toured comparable five-star properties in Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road and UB City neighbourhoods will find the Kodihalli location well-positioned for delegate convenience. A detailed RFP submitted through the Spalba platform gives the events team the specific brief needed to return an accurate proposal, floor plan, and provisional hold — the three documents that move a shortlist into a confirmed decision.
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The Leela Palace Bengaluru offers banquet hall and event space capacity for gatherings ranging from intimate boardroom meetings of 10 guests up to large-format events accommodating over 1,000 guests in combined or individual setups. The property features multiple named halls and outdoor venues suited to varied formats. Use the Spalba listing to compare capacities side by side before shortlisting.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru houses several dedicated event spaces including the Grand Ballroom, which is one of Bengaluru's largest hotel ballrooms, alongside the Mysore Hall, Magnolia, and pre-function areas. Each space supports different seating configurations including theatre, banquet, and classroom layouts. The Spalba listing for this property displays verified per-hall PAX figures to support accurate event planning.
The property includes landscaped outdoor areas and terrace spaces that can be configured for receptions, cocktail evenings, and pre-wedding functions. These spaces are subject to weather conditions and venue availability. Planners coordinating outdoor setups at The Leela Palace Bengaluru can confirm current outdoor capacity and seasonal suitability directly through the Spalba enquiry feature on the listing page.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru operates an in-house catering team offering multi-cuisine menus spanning Indian regional, continental, and Asian fare. The culinary team accommodates Jain, vegetarian, and custom dietary requirements. Alcohol service is available subject to applicable permits. As a luxury hotel banquet venue in Bengaluru, the property's food and beverage offering is managed entirely on-premise, ensuring consistent quality and compliance.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru's event spaces are equipped with professional audio-visual systems including LED screens, projectors, PA systems, and high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity. A dedicated in-house technical team supports conference and MICE setups. Planners requiring specialised technical configurations for product launches or large conferences can specify requirements during the enquiry stage via Spalba.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru has 357 rooms and suites available for overnight guests, covering categories from Deluxe Rooms through to Royal Suites. This inventory supports multi-day corporate conferences, destination weddings, and outstation guest accommodation. Group room blocks for events can be arranged, and planners are advised to request availability early given the property's consistent occupancy levels.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru, located on Old Airport Road in Kodihalli, is approximately 35 to 40 kilometres from Kempegowda International Airport, with travel time varying between 45 minutes and 90 minutes depending on traffic. The hotel is positioned close to key corporate hubs including UB City and MG Road, making it a strategically convenient luxury event hotel in Bengaluru for outstation delegates.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru offers valet parking services for event guests arriving by private vehicle. The property has on-site parking capacity to support large gatherings. For events with high vehicular attendance, planners are encouraged to confirm parking logistics with the venue coordinator in advance. Details on guest parking arrangements can be included when submitting an enquiry through Spalba.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru is designed to accommodate differently-abled guests, with accessible entrances, lift access across floors, and wheelchair-friendly event spaces available within the property. Event planners coordinating inclusive gatherings at the venue should specify accessibility requirements at the time of booking so the hotel team can make appropriate arrangements for seating, movement, and restroom access.
Given its position as a premium event hotel in Bengaluru, The Leela Palace Bengaluru sees high demand for its Grand Ballroom and marquee event spaces, particularly between October and February and around long weekends. Corporate and social event planners are advised to initiate bookings at least three to six months in advance for peak dates. Submitting an availability enquiry on Spalba is the fastest first step.
Once a planner submits an enquiry through the Spalba listing for The Leela Palace Bengaluru, the platform routes it directly to the venue's events team. The planner receives a response with availability, indicative pricing, and package options relevant to the event type. Spalba's dashboard allows planners to track responses, compare quotes, and manage communication without switching platforms.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru supports multi-day MICE formats including annual conferences, leadership summits, and incentive programmes. The hotel offers delegate packages that combine event space rental, audio-visual support, accommodation blocks, and food and beverage. The events team works with corporate planners to structure packages aligned to group size and programme agenda. Specific MICE package queries can be raised via Spalba.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru provides a dedicated wedding specialist who works with couples and their planners from the initial site visit through to the day of the event. As a sought-after luxury wedding hotel venue in Bengaluru, the property supports multi-function weddings spanning mehendi, sangeet, ceremony, and reception. The team coordinates with approved external décor vendors and ensures compliance with the hotel's operational guidelines.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru allows external décor vendors and florists to operate within the venue subject to prior approval and adherence to the property's vendor guidelines, including load-in and load-out schedules, safety compliance, and coordination with the in-house events team. Planners should confirm the approved vendor list and on-site access protocols during the initial booking stage to avoid scheduling conflicts.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru issues GST-compliant tax invoices for corporate event bookings, enabling companies to claim input tax credit on eligible expenses including venue rental and food and beverage. Corporate bookers should provide company GST details at the time of confirming the booking. Finance teams requiring specific invoice formats or advance proforma invoices can coordinate requirements with the hotel's accounts and events team.
