Taj Mahal Palace and Tower

If ever there was a hotel that was a landmark in itself. in business sice 1903, it has hosted royalty, heads of state and tycoons. The hotel looms above the Gateway of India and its interiors-alabaster ceilings, onyx columns, elegant arches, crystal chandeliers, and a Cantilevered staircase-will transport you to a more graxious, romantic time. For from all over the world, are bound to fascinate. The treatment rooms at the spa overlook the sun-filled gardens and the imposing, gargoyle-embellished swimming pool, gives you the perfect view for contemplation. You’re bound to find something to tickle your palate at one of the hotel’s 11 restaurants. Attractions close to the hotel include the famous Victoria Terminus, the kala Ghoda Art District, the iconic Marine Drive, and Flore fountain, as also the famous Juhu and Chowpatty beahces.

It’s an institution that’s hosted royalty and premiers, business magnates and film stars, not to mention the jet set of every country. Also, restaurants that have catapulted it onto international lists for being one of the world’s best places to enjoy a meal. For Japanese, there’s Wasabi by Morimoto; for Chinese the award-winning Golden Dragon: Souk, the spectacular rooftop restaurant; if you want Indian, there’s Masala Kraft, and Shamiana, which also serves Middle-Eastern fare, and last but not least the Zodiac Grill, which serves up mouthwatering Eurpoean fare. It’s hard tothink about stepping out to eat elsewhere, but it would be a crime to miss out on the diverse flavours of Mumbai - Bade Miya, Café Mondegar, Café Leopold, Café Churchill, theoboma, Trishna, Mahesh Lunch Home, Apoova, Jimmy Boy Britannia.

Tariff Range

Rs. 18,000 for a double room
Rs. 20, 750 for deluxe room

Taj Mahal Palace and Tower
Appolo Bunder, Mumbai,
Maharashtra
(022) 6665 3366
http://www.tajhotels.com
Co-ordinates: 19.029016, 72.865448 Nearby Places: Mumbai