About Taj

Forming a major part of IHCL, Taj Hotels are renowned worldwide for their extraordinary commitment towards providing luxury hospitality. Each of the twenty-eight luxury hotels sets an example of opulence—born from flavourful local culture and world-class amenities. At Taj, guests from around the world find comfort in the stately, tastefully designed rooms, offering unhindered views of the destination, while providing convenient in-room facilities.

Another discerning aspect of Taj is their ability to provide a culinary experience unlike any other. Many of our award-winning restaurants serve both, as well as the essentially global cuisine; providing guests with a masterfully balanced taste.

Fulfilling the purpose of a guest’s visit takes top priority at Taj Hotels Palaces Resorts and Safaris. Be it a significant meeting, a crucial conference, a much-awaited get-together, or an affair of a lifetime—a wedding; at Taj Hotels Palaces Resorts and Safaris, occasions turn into memories. Plush banquets adapt seamlessly to the nature of the event, while functioning with incredible efficiency and poise, displaying Taj’s spirit of hospitality at its peak.

One of the very few things that represent the bygone, royal era are the magnificent structures in their regal stance—the Grand Indian Palaces. Taj, makes accessible the great Indian culture and heritage with the restoration of these majestic structures, thus turning them into perhaps the most authentic, and intimate experience of Indian royalty. Taj Palaces are present across destinations in India, and bear history dating back as far as 1700 AD.

Residing at Taj Palaces is an experience unlike any other. The arrival of guests is marked by a unique ceremonial welcome. The sheer magnificence of the architecture of these palaces transforms even the most casual stroll into an experience encompassing eras. Kingly suites offering unhindered views of the palace exteriors are adorned with antiques, and restored masterfully to suit the needs of the modern traveller. For special occasions, these suites can be completely personalised to the guest’s preferences.

Dining at Taj Palaces is more than just a special culinary experience, it is a journey through time. Encompassing restaurants that serve dishes made from recipes dating back to the times of the Nawabs, Rajas, and their royal kitchens; to authentic European cuisine reminiscent of the many influences India has had upon her.

Resorts ensure that a holiday is spent in relaxation, tranquility, and well-being. Taj’s luxury resorts around the world are uniquely designed, bearing in mind the destination—its ecology, climatic conditions, and culture heritage. The architecture brings out the essence of the destination to provide an intimately enriching holiday experience. From villas offering mesmerising sea views, to traditional aromatic spa therapies, and suites attached with personal plunge pools; Taj Resorts redefine the meaning and experience of a relaxing holiday.

The signature Jiva Spa is a temple of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Relieving guests from stress caused due to demanding lifestyles through one of the many ancient healing techniques. From body scrubs and wraps, to Ayurveda therapies, yoga, meditation, and beauty treatments; Jiva Spa offers authentic therapies that enrich the body, mind, and soul, thus revitalising guests with a positive energy.

Luxury accommodation is just the beginning of the delightfully relaxing feeling that Taj Resorts stimulates in its guests. Presidential villas, garden-view suites, rooms with a sunset view and private pools make for a stay that is refreshing.

India has one of the world’s most biodiverse regions, and is home to a great diversity of wildlife in its four hotspots—the Western Ghats, the Himalayas, the Indo-Burma region, and the Sundaland, along with wildlife in protected habitats. As a homage to this natural gift, Taj’s Luxury Safaris Lodges are designed to provide guests, enthusiasts, or simply seekers of nature with an enthralling experience of the wild. Located across India and Nepal, these lodges are situated in National Parks or at close proximity to them. The philosophy of Taj Safaris is to provide a thrilling wildlife experience while maintaining sustainability by operating on a lighter carbon footprint. Uplifting the local community while doing so, remains a key aspect of the philosophy.

Highly trained naturalists and local experts guide guests on a journey of trails, animal-spotting, and other similar adventures. Breakfast is served in the woods in a different location every day, while other unique fine-dining experiences with farm-to-fork concepts make this holiday unforgettable.