Taj Faluknama Palace
Built in the 19th century as a guesthouse for visiting dignitaries, the Faluknama was once one of India's finest palaces; today, it is one of the country's most luxurious hotels. Local artifacts, Italian marble, and fixtures & fittings from around the globe make the Taj Faluknama a fascinating attraction in and of itself. Its sixty rooms and suites combine contemporary amenities, such as high-speed internet access, in-room safes, plush beds, and DVD players, with classic design features including hardwood floors and colorful, hand-painted walls. The Royal Presidential Suite, the most luxurious of these rooms, even has its own private swimming pool. The Taj’s culinary options include Adaa, which serves slow cooked, traditional Hyderabadi cuisine such as biryani, or rice slow-cooked with meat, vegetables, spices, and saffron; Celeste, an Italian and Mediterranean eatery that is open all day; Jade Verandah, a breakfast only venue; and a hookah lounge and a poolside bar. Amenities include a spa, pool, library and billiards room, as well as an in-house historian who will walk guests through the property's fascinating history.
Why We Love This Hotel
Location: This gorgeous palace is located 2,000 feet above Hyderabad; its lofty position in the clouds earning it the nickname “mirror of the sky”.
History: Falaknuma Palace was commissioned by a Hyderabadi nobleman back in the 19th century.
Service: Superlative service is provided by the Taj’s butlers, on hand 24/7 to assist guests.
- Hotel Group
- Taj
- Destination
- Hyderabad, India
- Hotel Type
- Historic
- Location Type
- City
Amenities
- 24hr Room Service
- Banquet Facilities
- Bar/pub
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Fitness Center
- Garden
- Library
- Meeting/conference Facilities
- Outdoor Pool
- Restaurant
- Safety Deposit Boxes
- Salon
- Spa
- Wi-Fi In Public Areas
All rooms and suites at Falaknuma Palace reflect the opulence and luxury experienced by its former royal residents. Restored to the property’s original glory, interiors include high ceilings, arched windows and personal design touches or Princess Ezra, some rooms with sweeping views over Hyderabad, others showcasing the property’s immense central courtyard gardens.
Historical Suites
Offering 53 square meters, these suites feature powder blue and white decor, wooden floors, exposed beams and luxurious king bed. Each suite has a private balcony and Edwardian works of art, with linens hand-selected by Princess Ezra. Suites include WiFi, flatscreen TV with DVD player, safe, mini bar and phone.
Luxury Rooms
Offering 35 square meters, these garden view rooms are sumptuously decorated with colonial-era furnishings, rich linens, down bedding, valance curtains and luxurious bathrooms. Rooms include WiFi, flatscreen TV with DVD player, safe, mini bar and phone.
Palace Rooms
These rooms come in three different color schemes, each offering plush queen bed, sofa seating, and bathroom with separate tub. Sized at 40 square meters, these rooms have garden views and include WiFi, flatscreen TV with DVD player, safe, mini bar and phone.
All rooms and suites at Falaknuma Palace reflect the opulence and luxury experienced by its former royal residents. Restored to the property’s original glory, interiors include high ceilings, arched windows and personal design touches or Princess Ezra, some rooms with sweeping views over Hyderabad, others showcasing the property’s immense central courtyard gardens.
Fitness Center
A modern well-equipped gym is onsite with treadmills, studio classes, steam room, Jacuzzi, spa pool and sauna. Yoga, breathing and meditation classes are available.
Jiva Spa
Taj hotels all offer the extensive services of Jiva Spa, encompassing the full spectrum of wellness and beauty treatments. Falaknuma Palace also has a grand outdoor pool surrounded by beautiful gardens.
Taj Khazana
This luxury lifestyle boutique is part-gallery, part-store, with handicrafts, antiques, artifacts, jewelry, textiles, paintings and more. Guests can pick up a sari or a bronze statue as a memento of their time in India.
The cuisine at Falaknuma Palace draws influences from the royal cuisine of the Nizam who once resided there. Stately dining rooms, wide terraces and sophisticated lounges set the scene for world-class meals, with private in-room dining available upon request.
Adaa
This Indian restaurant specializes in slow cooking, using new cooking techniques and dishes taken from State banquet menus. Open for lunch and dinner, the dining room is adorned with royal portraits and chandeliers.
Breakfast at the Jade Verandah
Open only during the winter, the Jade Verandah offers healthy regional breakfast choices as well as an a la carte menu.
Celeste
This Renaissance-themed venue offers Italian and Mediterranean cuisine For all-day dining. Imported ingredients ensure superlative flavor and freshness.
Hookah Lounge
Guests can enjoy the ancient tradition of pipe-smoking in the Hookah Lounge. Infused with scented air, the lounge provides comfortable sofas and low seating to recreate times gone by
Poolside
At the Rotunda, guests can enjoy a fresh poolside menu of salads and chilled beverages while enjoying the peaceful scenery of the gardens.
The Jade Room
This grand dining room has hosted countless dignitaries and important political figureheads, including the King George, Queen Mary and the last Russian Tsar. Afternoon tea is served here amid royal treasures, crystal chandeliers, gold-leafed ceiling frescoes and a rare collection of jade. Champagne chocolate tea is one specialty here.
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