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Here is a list of some of the best hotels in India that deserve a visit.
Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
The Taj Mahal Palace is a historic luxury hotel in the Colaba district of Mumbai, Maharashtra state, India. The 117-year-old landmark hotel is located adjacent to the Gateway of India, overlooking Mumbai harbour.
The Taj Mahal Hotel was conceived and developed by industrialist Jamshetji Nusserwanji Tata and was inaugurated on 3 December 1903. The hotel is operated by the Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces of the Tata Group.
The 22-floor Taj Mahal Palace has a rich blend of European and Islamic-style architecture. The hotel offers panoramic views of the Arabian Sea from the rear of the hotel while the hotel’s entrance at the front faces west.
The hotel building has onion domes and a grand pointed arch depicting 16th-century Islamic architecture. The building has a central iconic red dome and two wings topped with smaller domes. The façade of the hotel is of oriental style.
The tower wing has arched balconies, covered by an uneven edged diadem. It offers panoramic views of the harbour. The wing incorporates unique Indian style designs such as Tanjore pillars and Udaipur-style relief panels. The hotel features luxury rooms and suites such as the impressive 465m² Tata Suite, Rajput Suite and Presidential Suite. The Palace or heritage wing of the hotel has 42 suites, 19 of which feature different themes such as Dolphin, Coral, Dutch and Maratha.
The Taj Mahal Palace has 565 rooms, 46 suites, banquets rooms, 11 restaurants and a Jiva spa. It also has Turkish baths, a power laundry, a chemist’s shop, a shopping arcade and banking service.
It was the first Indian hotel to use a steam elevator. The hotel was also the first in India to have an air-conditioned ballroom and restaurant and the first licensed bar, the Harbour Bar, which was built in 1933.
The business centre of the hotel has five conference rooms with PC workstations, internet, portable printers, in-house video conferencing, multimedia computers, colour copying and other administrative facilities.
The Oberoi ,Udai Vilas - Udaipur
The Oberoi Udaivilas has been ranked as one of the best hotels in India in 2019 in the Gallivanter’s Guide. Everything from the intricately carved domes to the Mughal design inspired pool adds to the splendour of this masterpiece. The marvellous dining setup with scrumptious dishes accompanied by live music and traditional performances will grab all your appreciation. They present experiences like Spa, Henna Painting, yoga sessions and more to keep you engaged during the stay. Whether it’s a romantic retreat or a family trip, this is a perfect destination to make your holiday extraordinary.
In a city fabled for its palaces, The Oberoi Udaivilas can take its place with pride. With views over Lake Pichola to the spectacular City Palace, the hotel itself resembles a grand palace. Landscaped gardens and shady courtyards, decorative fountains and reflection pools, cool marble, ornate carving, inlay work and detailed interiors create a marvellous ambience of days gone by. Huge bedchambers with large private terraces, luxury suites with private swimming pools, marble bathrooms, walk-in closets, butler service and 24-hour in-room dining make you feel like royalty. The restaurants serve international and Indian cuisine including regional favourites. A gymnasium, two large swimming pools and a luxury spa offering a range of therapies, add to the ambience of total pampering. The facilities are particularly suited to meetings that might benefit from this exotic location.
Aman-e-Khas Rhantambore National Park
Aman-i-Khás lies in the Aravalli Hills on the fringes of Ranthambore National Park, in rural Rajasthan in Northern India. The resort is a 15 minutes drive from the entrance to the national park, which is famous for its healthy tiger population. Ranthambore is one of the best locations in India to see these majestic predators in their natural habitat, but is also home to other wildlife, such as leopards, jungle cats, hyenas, sloth bears, chital deer, antelope, gazelle, crocodile and more than 350 species of bird. Ranthambore – a former hunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur – is also counted as a famous heritage site because of the pictorial ruins that dot the wildlife park. ​​
Aman-i-Khas features ten fabulous guest tents, each rising to six m (20 ft) in height. Positioned to ensure utmost privacy and decorated with classic furnishings, each tent has three sections: a front area with a table and a few chairs, a middle section with a lounge type day bed with double vanity on one side and a free-standing bathtub with shower and toilet on the other side, and a rear section with the master bed and a handsome leather chest that doubles as a minibar.
Located next to the library/lobby tent, the simple but elegant Aman-i-Khas spa is also located within a stand-alone tented pavilion. Centered around a bubbling fountain, the tent houses two intimate treatment rooms, styled in a safari-like decor. Multi-sensory treatments include massages, scrubs and traditional henna art using local herbs and spices. The wellness offering also includes daily yoga sessions, to purify and rebalance the mind and body with a resident yoga specialist. Private yoga sessions are also offered in a range of styles at isolated spots within the Rajasthani wilderness to encourage peace and unity.
Service at Aman-i-Khas is terrific, as you would expect from an Aman resort. Each tent is assigned a butler – or batman as they are called – who helps with all travel logistics and who assists guests throughout their stay to makes sure the travel experience exceeds all expectations. The batmen are available 24 hours a day, and seemingly pop up out of nowhere the minute guests leave their tents.
The main reason why guests stay at Aman-i-Khas is a chance to spot one of the 70 elusive Royal Bengal tigers which roam the beautiful wilderness of the nearby Ranthambore National Park. Led by National Park-approved guides, 3.5-hour tiger safaris take place twice daily (not included in the room rate), early in the morning or late afternoon, in open-top jeeps which seat a maximum of 6 guests. The park is divided in ten zones, and each safari drive is limited to one zone. Full-day (12-hour) and half-day (6-hour) safaris can also be arranged in advance, offering hours of game viewing across all zones of the National Park.
Ananda in the Himalayas, Uttarakhand
At Ananda in the Himalayas, you’ll live like royalty in the splendor of the Viceregal Palace, once home to the Maharajah of Tehri Garhwal. Here, beautiful gardens give way to breathtaking views of the mountains, the ancient spiritual city of Rishikesh, and the sacred Ganges River. Behind the magnificent façade, old-world charm lives on in the Viceregal Tea Lounge or the Maharajah’s billiard room, while the rooms, suites, villas and spa offer soothing modern luxury.
Rooms at Ananda are spacious with views of the Palace and the Rishikesh valley. The 70 rooms in all comprise Palace View Rooms, Valley View Rooms and Premium Valley View rooms. They feature walk-in closets and perfectly appointed bathrooms with windows overlooking panoramic views. Each room opens onto a large balcony with picture-perfect views, ideal for a private meal.
With unique focus on the traditional Indian sciences of Yoga and Ayurveda; Ananda Spa creates the skillful synthesis between age-old therapies and modern spa technology. The personalized therapy and activities program are designed to meet individual needs and health goals – de-stress, detoxification and cleansing, deep relaxation, anti-ageing, weight & inch loss, while also offering guidance in the areas of nutrition and exercise.
24 treatment rooms with specialized areas for Ayurveda, Oriental and European systems of holistic health, a team of qualified nutritionists, Western & Ayurvedic physicians, spa therapists with knowledge of ancient Indian sciences and modern western treatments – all gently guide you towards a better lifestyle.
Ananda Spa also offers a temperature controlled outdoor lap pool and a state of the art 16-station life-cycle gymnasium.
Rambagh Palace, Jaipur
The Rambagh Palace is an illustrious and opulent reminder of Jaipur's stately heritage. It gives the guest a taste of royal living set in the heart of Jaipur. It is a member of the Leading Small Hotels of the World.
Built in 1835, the Rambagh Palace was once the residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur. Set in 47 manicured acres in the heart of Jaipur, the Rambagh offers a palatial experience while retaining the highest levels of comfort and luxury.
The hotel offers 78 rooms and suites. Suites feature high ceilings and exquisite chandeliers along with green Udaipur stone arches and stunning period furniture. Arched French windows open out onto the magnificent Mughal gardens, the Nahargarh Fort and the breathtaking Aravali hills.
There are four restaurants, the 'Polo Bar' and a swimming pool. The 'Suvarna Mahal' is the signature restaurant of the palace and offers a truly royal dining experience with gold plated tableware, exquisite china and crystal, high ceilings adorned with crystal chandeliers and original Florentine ceiling paintings and mirrors. The 'Verandah' offers al fresco dining, the 'Steam' restaurant offers fusion and Continental cuisine and then there is also the 'Rajput Room' restaurant offering contemporary cuisine.
The hotel provides croquet and table tennis facilities, mini golf and you can watch polo matches at the adjacent polo fields. The hotel will be happy to arrange sightseeing, shopping and other excursions within and outside Jaipur.
This grand historic palace has been beautifully restored to its former glory and grandeur down to the smallest detail. Each richly renovated room has opulent interiors in keeping with its regal past with unique themes, hand painted motif work on the walls, regal four-poster beds, walk-in wardrobes and luxurious bathrooms to provide a distinct experience befitting royalty. All rooms include: air-conditioning, LCD cable TV, DVD player, hair dryer, tea and coffee facilities, wifi, minibar, safe, 24 hour room service, choice of smoking and non smoking rooms, slippers and bathrobes, desk, and complimentary newspaper in the morning. The hotel offers twin rooms on request according to availability.
The extensive facilities at the hotel include a beauty salon, business centre, health and Ayurveda centre, the 'Rajput Room' restaurant (general cuisine), the 'Suvarna Mahal' restaurant (Indian speciality), the 'Steam' restaurant (Continental and fusion cuisine), the 'Verandah' restaurant, the 'Polo Bar', swimming Pools, and a range of other sport facilities.
The hotel offers complimentary golf putting, tennis, swimming and jogging. Activities at an additional charge include use of the 18 hole golf course. The hotel will also be happy to arrange sightseeing, shopping and other excursions within and outside Jaipur.
Leela Palace, New Delhi
The Leela Palace, a unique contemporary palace and luxury hotel, is located in Diplomatic Enclave in New Delhi. Featuring aesthetic dcor and royal designs in a regal ambience, this hotel offers supreme comfort. It houses a rooftop swimming pool, called Infinity pool that offers spectacular views of the city s skyline.
This hotel has a swimming pool, fitness centre and a rejuvenating spa that offers ESPA body treatments. It has venues for hosting business events including a grand ballroom, royal room and meeting room. Wi-Fi is available throughout the premises. Other facilities are currency exchange, car rental and front desk.
The hotel boasts of 252 rooms of categories: Grande Deluxe, Premiere, Grand Premiere, Royal Premiere, Royal Club, Royal Club Parlour; Suites Executive, Luxury, Grande, Royal, Maharaja and Presidential. With elegant dcor and opulent facilities, all the rooms ensure a cosy stay. A few suites have plunge pool with Jacuzzi. Some in-room amenities include mineral water bottles and tea/coffee maker.
This hotel has six delightful dining options to tantalize your taste buds. The Qube, all-day dining venue, known for its Asian wok-fried specialities, pasta and pizzas. Le Cirque offers Italian cuisine, Jamavar a fine dining restaurant specializes in deliciously homemade desserts, Megu serves authentic Japanese cuisine and The Liberty Bar hosts the variety of drinks and cigars. Savour the city s best bakes and beverages at The Lobby Lounge.
Nearby attractions include National Rail Museum (2 km), Rashtrapati Bhawan (5 km), India Gate (8 km), Qutub Minar (8 km), Humayun's Tomb (8 km) and Jantar Mantar (9km).Indira Gandhi International Airport is 9 km and New Delhi railway station is 10 km away from the hotel.Go India Visa (4 km), Pawa Presidential Business Park (9 km) and Avanta Business Center Pvt. Ltd (10 km) are nearby.
