The Top Ten Business Hotels in India

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3.6. Top Ten Business Hotels In India

India’s hospitality industry never had it so good. With outsourcing business picking up in several cities, support industries like the hospitality sector have also had to better not only number of hotel rooms but also the quality of their services. By all accounts they appear to have risen to the occasion – the mushrooming of business hotels and constant upgradation of business services are proof enough. Here is a list of some of the best high-end hotels in India.

1. The Leela Palace, Bangalore: This 5 Star Deluxe property is built along the style of palaces of Mysore. The hotel has 254 oversized guestrooms with either a balcony or a patio. It is located near the Bangalore airport. The main business districts are also easily accessible from the hotel. The KGA golf course is a short walk away from the hotel. Its unique feature is a three level shopping mall with high-end boutiques.

2. Maurya Shereton, New Delhi: Its biggest advantage is its central location. The airport is 20 minutes away, as is the city center and the shopping areas. The hotel is located in the capital city’s Diplomatic Enclave. The hotel has won the British Safety Council’s Sword of Honour Award three years in a row for its commitment to safety. The rooms are segmented into 76 ITC One rooms, 107 Tower rooms and 109 Executive Club rooms. There is also a separate wing that offers corporate hospitality.

3. The Oberoi, New Delhi: This is another popular 5 star deluxe hotel in the capital city. It is located at the city centre and is about 22 kms away from the airport. With 300 rooms and suites, it overlooks the Delhi Golf Club. A major advantage is its proximity to the city’s commercial district.

4. Taj Mansingh, New Delhi: This 5 star deluxe hotel is located in an exclusive residential district called ‘Lutyens’. It is close to the government offices and buildings in the capital. The Taj Man Singh, named so after its location on Mansingh Road, is very close to the city centre and is 20 minutes from the airport. It is a popular destination for visiting dignitaries. The hotel offers 300 rooms including 27 suites.

5. The Taj Mahal, Mumbai: This popular Mumbai hotel is located in south Mumbai and faces the famous gateway of India. It is 32 kms from the airport but is a mere 2 kms away from the business districts of the country’s financial capital, Mumbai. This 5 star deluxe hotel offers 565 rooms, which includes 46 suites. Among others, the hotel’s Business Services includes secretarial services, translation and interpretation services as well as workstations with multimedia computers.

6. The Oberoi Mumbai: The hotel is very popular with business travellers as it is located at Nariman Point, which is the business centre of Mumbai. It is about 27 kms from the Airport. A modern hotel, facing the Arabian Sea, there are 333 rooms and suites on offer. The Oberoi also boasts of a world-class round the clock business center that comes with private meeting rooms, offices as well as conference rooms.

7. Taj West End, Bangalore: The hotel is located opposite the Race Course and is 11 kms away from the airport. The business district is just 3 kms away. It is also close to the shopping area and the golf course. The hotel offers 122 rooms and suites.

8. J W Marriot, Mumbai: Located on the Juhu Beach of Mumbai, J W Marriot is very close to the airport and railway station. The hotel offers 358 rooms and suites.

9. Taj Coramandel, Chennai: The hotel is a popular landmark in Chennai and is situated at the heart of the city’s business district. It is about 15 kms from the airport. The hotel offers 205 rooms and suites.

10. Park Sheraton, Chennai: The hotel is situated in the city centre and is about 11 kms from the airport. The hotel offers 283 rooms and suites.

Article published in December 2006.

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