Falaknuma Palace Hyderabad - Hyderabad

Location: Hyderabad Hotel Rating: 5 Star

Perched 2,000 feet above the city of Hyderabad is Taj Falaknuma Palace, a jewel amongst the clouds. Built in 1894, it is the former palace of the Nizam, rumoured to be the richest man in the world at one time. Overlooking the twinkling City of Pearls, this enchanting palace hotel in Hyderabad exudes romance and grandeur that take one back to when the Nizam ruled Hyderabad.

From the moment you arrive at Taj Falaknuma Palace in a horse-drawn carriage, our palace butlers treat you like royalty. Walk the walk of kings through the Grand Staircase to retrace the steps of Nizams, European royalty, enchanting Begums and distinguished Heads of State.

The five-star luxury hotel, spread over 32 acres, allows you to journey to the gilded ages, where opulence and excess is celebrated and savoured in equal measure. The 60 rooms and suites are beautifully refurbished and lovingly restored by Her Highness Princess Esra, the Nizam’s Turkish wife. Each provides marvellous views of the palace courtyard and the 400-year-old city of Hyderabad.

Go on a sumptuous, gastronomic ride at our Indian fine-dining restaurant, Adaa, and savour multi-cuisine specialities at Celeste. Enjoy breakfast at Celeste & Gol Bungalow and and afternoon tea on the Jade Terrace or private dinners at South East Garden & Jade Terrace or a Unique dining experience at Gol Bungalow. The stunning Durbar Hall, Jade Room and massive 101-seater dining hall bedecked with Belgian chandeliers, and assorted gardens and terraces lend royal decadence to celebratory events and elegance to business meetings.

Feel holistically rejuvenated at our Jiva Spa, rooted in the traditional Indian approach to wellness; complemented with a wellness menu that employs the finest principles of Ayurvedic cooking. The royal city of Hyderabad merges modern lifestyle with ancient heritage. Our concierge will gladly arrange your tours to art, culture and shopping destinations, as well as to spectacular landmarks like the Charminar, Mecca Masjid, Golconda Fort, Chowmahalla Palace and the famous Ramoji Film City.

Luxury Accommodation

Float above Hyderabad at Taj Falaknuma Palace. Lovingly restored by Her Highness Princess Esra, the Nizam’s wife, the guest rooms and suites at our heritage hotel in Hyderabad perfectly marry the conveniences of modernity with Nizami splendour.

Palace Room Garden View 
Palace Rooms are all about tasteful grandeur. The lavish and regal canopied bed in each room, alongside carefully planned details are designed for your living pleasure. Enjoy the rich tapestry, oak wood floors and hand-painted wall motifs.

Royal Suite Garden View
The Royal Suites are graced with a beautiful architecture and opulent décor. Each of the suites has been restored keeping in mind the original look and feel from the times gone by.

Grand Royal Suite Garden View     
The 3 Grand Royal Suites have spectacular views of the courtyards and are detailed with a traditional style. A bedroom with separate living room.

The Nizam Suite     
The Nizam suite, stately duplex with a private pool, exclusive access to Jiva spa overlooking the gardens. It is beautifully detailed and complete with every imaginable convenience from state of the art amenities to a personal butler.

Historical Suite City View   
Historical Suite in the palace are located in the front part of the palace. These are lovely suites have scenic views of the city from the private balcony. They are in the front side of the palace – better put across as they complete the Palace Façade 2 of them are the only suites with the scenic city view from a private balcony

Unique Dining

The fare at the fine-dining and multi-cuisine restaurants in Hyderabad at Taj Falaknuma Palace borrows the tradition of excellence and elaborate excess from the days of the legendary Nizami feasts; tempered by contemporary creativity. A class apart!

Celeste
Inspired by the Renaissance, this restaurant will take you on a culinary journey to Europe.

Adaa 
Savour the culinary heritage of the Nizams straight from their kitchens.       

Jade Terrace
Enjoy afternoon tea on the Jade Terrace, like the Nizam did many years ago.         

Unique Dining Experiences At Gol Bungalow       
Gol Bunglow is located at the restaurant section of the palace overlooking the “city of pearls”. The terrace has been the venue for royal receptions for rare guests like King George V & Queen Mary. 

Jiva Spa     
Perched 2000 feet above the city of Hyderabad, Taj Falaknuma palace a charming reflection of the world of Nizams and their rich cultural heritage. The grand hotel, since its inception, has hosted celebrities and heads of state for years. The exquisitely renovated suites and rooms offer a lavish experience of grandeur and old world charm while being equipped with state of the art amenities. Likewise, the spa is no less. Here at the Jiva, we offer you with a beautiful amalgamation of signature treatments and therapies to help you rejuvenate and energize.

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