Hotel Taj Krishna – makes for a royal stay with a touch of immense grace

Ah! Taj.These words blurts out from the mouth of any tourist who walks into the rich and exotic structure of this hotel. The words come out spontaneously; it’s a natural feeling, which is reciprocated without any force. The beautifully structured building epitomises the days of Raj gone by. Before the step-in, the entrance, which leads the way to the hotel, is decked up with Dholpur stone pillars and lush Mughal gardens. This in itself makes one breath the air of days gone by, the days of regal patronage and heritage. It is a step into a world of charm, elegance, and beauty. From afar it looks like an object of envy, and sure leaves the onlooker in a trance. Situated at a place, which is slightly a little higher than the approach road, it stands and looks every inch an imposing structure. It is the first of Hyderabad’s truly big hotels, a five star deluxe hotel that breathes opulence and richness of the city of grand history, the city of pearls and the city of cyber culture.

Hyderabad at this period of history is at a delicate stage, torn apart between, the laid back richness of the past and the go-ahead steam of the present. This hotel symbolises the same in every space of its location.

GVK group is one of city’s leading names in the corporate world; it has a base, which is a strong and solid one. Likewise, Taj Group is one of the biggest and most respected names in the world of hospitality business. Two big names, giants in their own right came together to form a strategic alliance. From this alliance sprung the by now well-known entity in the city, TajGVK Hotels and Resorts Limited. The alliance aim is to consolidate their respective hotel businesses, Hotel Taj Krishna along with two of city’s other major hotels, the other two being Hotel Taj Banjara and Hotel Taj Residency falls under this slot.

The above three hotels complement each other neatly, perfectly and total harmony, being within distance of 1 KM each. And it is precisely this closeness of distance which helps in the conduct of their business more efficiently, the business of hosting big conventions, events and conferences. The benefit comes from the combined strength of alliance 575 rooms. This strength has resulted in mutual and neat co-ordination of the infrastructure, employees, staff, management know-how and a common sales team. Allied with this are 12 restaurants, which complement the other. The hotel is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World.

The curiosity of a tourist certainly is amplified when he or she gets inside the confines of the four walls of this hotel. The curiosity pours out in words "it’s time to make out what the hotel has in store to make for a stay of comfort and easy stay".

We have come to that stage and its time to unlock the same, so folks here they are-

Facilities

Accommodation

The rooms are luxurious and spacious which makes for a comfortable and pleasurable stay. They are done up elegantly and looks every inch a perfect room. In addition, the rooms are embellished with in-room safes, data ports, 2-line telephones, voice-mail and personal tea / coffee makers.

Dining

When it’s time to find a neat and nice eat-out and have a chat over the same, then it’s time to hop into Encounters, an excellent dining room. It makes for a great place for an eat-out with a variety of national and international cuisines at one’s beck and call. There are also exclusive buffet spreads, which is unique each day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The interiors too are done up in a vibrant manner providing for a perfect time of refreshing fun. No wonder the place is aptly referred to as Encounter because one can encounter lots of fun and other such flavours. Not to forget an encounter with some prospective friend or a business acquaintance. The place is open 24 hours.

Firdaus, a place where authentic Indian cuisine in its most exalted flavour is offered to those who wish to partake the same. It comprises of the best of Indian spices and specialities. In addition, it has the added benefit of being the only Indian restaurant in the city to fork out live ghazal shows for both lunch and dinner. So those folks who hop into this place can revel in the rich tunes of ghazals while sampling the sumptuous lay out ordered for.

Season’s Bar – guess what it means. Didn’t you get, the message, think over once again. Well my dear friend, it’s time to chill and soak the stuff in. Get into Seasons – a bar, which offers the best of spirits and cognacs along with cigars for the spirit lovers. It’s one for the connoisseur of wine and other such ilk.

Golden Dragon - those who dream of savouring delicacies with the added backdrop of Mother Nature charms, then this is the place. It is an exclusive Chinese speciality restaurant, which is open for both lunch and dinners. It provides for Cuisines from Chinese Provinces, which are unheard of. The entire foodstuff is done up by Chefs brought over from Beijing in a show kitchen which is very Chinese. When one wishes to have and enjoy to the hilt the exotic range of tea and coffee along with tasty and scrumptious eateries, the same can be had. To add that extra gloss had so with nature’s charm behind providing the perfect backdrop. The place exists with cosy and comfortable chairs and other related accessories. Just relax is the byword here. Doesn’t it sound romantic?

Al Fresco Dine Out – well what’s it. It is attached to Encounters and is set in the midst of sylvan and serene surroundings with all the touch up in order and shape. The place fits in nicely with the plans of die-hard romantics and honeymooners. To make the whole thing even more simply divine, glistening fountains glowing in moonlight provide the perfect backdrop. Let the mood set in and later on enjoy it to the hilt.

Lobby

The place is a fine mixture of old and new tastes, a neat, spacious, and tastefully decorated one with pearl marble pillars around giving the extra gloss; it presents a picture of grace. The furniture accessories are laid up neatly and allows for an easy and enjoyable chat.

The Taj Club

It is a recent offer from the hotel. It has been designed to make the business-minded traveller at ease and let the whole concentration divert to the purpose of his or her visit - Business. It comprise of opulent rooms, and has the facility of a 24-hour access to a whole range of business conveniences plus a few more such as personnel valet and the complimentary use of the plush-wood panelled meeting room.

In addition to the same, the club allows for the business traveller’s guests the privilege of complimentary breakfast at the exclusive Taj Club Lounge. Added to this, the lure of high tea and complimentary cocktails in the evening is also provided for.

Chambers

It’s one of a kind, the first and only one of its kinds in South India, an exclusive business club that allows access for members to various unique facilities. The MD of TajGVK Hotels and Resorts Ltd allow membership to the club only on invitation. The membership provides for benefits like special discounts, special privileges, and so on.

Banquets

Its business time, it could also be entertainment time, but whatever it is the hotel has the place for dealing with the same. The banquet or conference halls, which are termed as one of the biggest ones in the city it can handle both business and entertainment needs and takes out the main stumbling block, from one’s mind. The hall is all class with comfortable and cosy aura around within its confines and can accommodate 1,000 people at a time. The various halls are listed as below:

Durbar Hall – It is hailed as the largest conference and banquet hall in the city. It takes in at a time 850 people. What’s more, the sprawling hall which is 6,500 square feet can be divided into three separate halls with extensive lawns attached which brings in for more flexibility and ease in style of working.

The Qutab Shah – It accommodates at a time 35 people. The place is termed as perfect for a conference, which has a need for only a few numbers.

Tana Shah – An elegant meeting room, which can take in 26 people, theatre style, at a time.

Moonshine – Located in the midst of lush greenery on a terrace. It overlooks the Hussainsagar Lake. In addition to it being ideal for romantic outing, it also acts up

as a perfect set up for private parties. It takes in between 40 to 250 people at a given time.

Moghul Gardens – Ideal for outdoors parties and functions. It can fit in 200 people in each of its two parts and makes for a fine informal gathering.

The Lawns – Acts as a perfect place for functions and can easily accommodate 600 people in theatre style.

Poolside – It is ideal for a cocktail party of over 100 people at a time.

Falaknuma Palace – termed as one of the most glorious palaces in India, makes for an ideal high-profile outdoor banquet functions. It takes in 2,000 people at a given time.

Rock Gardens – A place, which is picturesque in looks and in harmony with nature. Located adjacent to the pool is good for a gathering of 40 people over cocktails.

Garden Room - It’s a cosy set up which overlooks the pool and the bush gardens. It fits for a conference style meet and can take in 50 people at a time.

Tunnel – It is suitable, for private disco parties, with accommodation needs for 200 people. The young and old alike can jig to soulful music humming in the background. The dance floor, is an 800 square feet one, and possesses a style and ambience of its own.

Recreation

If it’s time to get away from the serious stuff of business meets or simply pure entertainment stuff, firm up muscles, and activate the mind, then it is time to march into Recreation. Listen, the body conscious addicts, the lay-out is there in the form of a fully equipped fitness centre, Jacuzzi, steam, sauna and a fine tennis court to wind up the whole show of body flexing.

Services

The rollout of this hotel service culture is as follows-
  • Currency Exchange.
  • Travel Assistance
  • Car Hire Service
  • Fitness Centre
  • Restaurants and Bars
  • 24-Hour Coffee Shop
  • Beauty Parlour / Hair Salon
  • Barber Shop
  • Swimming Pool
  • La Patisserie
  • House Doctor
  • Tennis Court
  • Luxurious Banquet Rooms
  • International Direct Dial
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Express Laundry / Dry Cleaning
  • Purified Water Supply
  • Sae Deposit Lockers
  • Business Centre
  • 24-Hour Fax and Telex
  • Workstation Availability
  • Laptop-On-Hire
  • Secretarial Service
  • 5 Meeting Rooms

Whether its stay time or conference time or eat out time, this fine hotel has the offerings and something more to make for a fine, enjoyable, and excellent stay. And also make the said person say "Wah! Taj".

Plans in the Offing

The alliance has good and sensible plans for the future, addition of Chinese restaurant, up gradation of banquet facilities and the conversion of the cellar area into a nightclub at the Taj Krishna. The sister concerns too figure in this plan development. Taj Residency is adding new Thai restaurants, a new business centre, banquet hall, newly refurbished 100 rooms and suites. Likewise Taj Banjara has added a classy pub called Underdeck rated as one of the best in the city. It is also taking steps to upgrade its elevators, introduce ving cards and refurbish its banquet hall.

Other Details

Contact Person: Mr P V Kiran, Sales Manager E Mail: pv.kiran@tajhotels.com

Ms Sanjukthaa Roy,, Relationship Manager E Mail: sanjukthaa.roy@tajhotels.com

Road No One, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad – 500034 Telephone No: 91-40-6662323 Fax: (91-40) 6661313 E Mail: Krishna.hyderabad@tajhotels.com Website: http://.tajhotels.com

Toll Free Reservation Lines: UK (0800) 282699, France: (0800) 908388, Germany: (0800) 1-852615

Taj International Sales Offices

London- Telephone: (44-20) 79638300 Fax: (44-20) 78348629 E Mail: tajsales@cplonsj.co.uk

New York- Telephone: (1-212) 5155889 Fax: (1-212) 5155851 E Mail: tajhotels@aol.com

Singapore- Telephone: (65) 7321789 Fax: (65) 7352789 E Mail: sales.singapore@tajhotels.com

 
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