The Leela Palace Bengaluru has appointed Sheric Dorairaj as Director of Spa and Wellness, bringing more than 15 years of experience across luxury hospitality, spa management and wellness to the role. She will lead the hotel’s spa and wellness operations with a focus on developing The Leela Spa as a destination for holistic and integrated wellbeing.
Sheric joins the Bengaluru property with experience spanning luxury hotel operations, spa management, wellness, beauty and guest experiences. Her background includes senior spa leadership positions with The Ritz-Carlton and IHCL’s Taj Hotels, along with involvement in industry initiatives focused on wellness and mindful living.
The move highlights Leela’s focus on leadership, contributing to activity across executive movements in hotels.Experience Across Luxury Spa and Wellness
Sheric most recently served as Director of Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Bengaluru, where she led spa operations and worked on developing new wellness experiences. During her tenure, she was also appointed to lead the APAC Luxury Spa Advisory Council for South Asia with Marriott International.
Her experience extends beyond conventional spa operations, covering wellness programming, team leadership and personalised guest experiences. Her career across luxury hospitality has provided exposure to the operational and service requirements involved in managing high-end wellness offerings.
Career with Taj Hotels and IHCL
Before her role with The Ritz-Carlton Bengaluru, Sheric held several spa leadership positions with IHCL’s Taj Hotels. Her previous assignments included Spa Manager at The Taj West End Bengaluru, Taj MG Road Bengaluru and Taj’s Selections – Blue Diamond, Pune.
These roles gave her experience across different luxury hospitality environments, with responsibilities spanning spa operations, wellness programming, team management and guest engagement. Her career progression has centred on developing wellness experiences while maintaining service standards expected within luxury hotels.
Recognition for Wellness Leadership
Sheric’s contribution to the wellness and hospitality sector has received industry recognition. She was named National Award Winner – Head of Spa 2024 by BW Hotelier and was also recognised among the Top 5 Spa Leaders 2024 by Hotelier India.
Her professional involvement also extends to wellness initiatives beyond hotel operations. She has been associated with World Wellness Weekend and serves as an Ambassador for Digital Detox Day, advocating mindful living and a healthier relationship with technology.
These engagements complement her professional focus on wellness and guest experiences and add to her profile as a spa and wellness leader.
Reimagining The Leela Spa
At The Leela Palace Bengaluru, Sheric will focus on evolving the property’s spa and wellness offering. Her remit will include bringing together traditional wellness practices, contemporary fitness, alternative therapies and integrated wellbeing experiences.
The offering will be anchored in the philosophy of Aujasya, with an emphasis on creating a holistic approach to personal wellbeing. The role will also involve shaping the guest experience and developing the spa as a destination that combines different approaches to wellness.
Commenting on her appointment, Sheric Dorairaj, Director of Spa and Wellness, The Leela Palace Bengaluru, said:
“I am truly delighted to begin this new chapter at The Leela Palace Bengaluru. Our vision is to thoughtfully reimagine The Leela Spa as a destination for holistic wellbeing, bringing together the wisdom of traditional wellness practices with contemporary fitness, alternative therapies and integrated wellness experiences, rooted in the philosophy of Aujasya. We want to create a distinctive environment where ancient knowledge, modern science and technology come together seamlessly, enabling every guest to discover a more balanced, energised and meaningful approach to personal wellbeing. I am excited about the journey ahead and the opportunity to create a new benchmark for integrated wellness in Bengaluru.”
Focus on Integrated Wellbeing
Sheric’s appointment comes as The Leela Palace Bengaluru develops its approach to spa and wellness around a broader concept of integrated wellbeing. Her experience across luxury spa operations, wellness programming and personalised guest experiences provides a foundation for this focus.
In her new role, she will lead the spa and wellness function while working towards a combination of traditional practices and contemporary approaches to fitness, therapies and wellbeing. Her experience across The Ritz-Carlton and Taj Hotels also brings familiarity with luxury hospitality standards and guest expectations.
The appointment adds a dedicated spa and wellness leadership role to The Leela Palace Bengaluru, with Sheric set to shape the property’s wellness offering and its positioning within Bengaluru’s luxury hospitality landscape.
