Since it opened in 1903, The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai has created its own unique history. From Maharajas and Princes to various Kings, Presidents, CEOs and entertainers, the Taj has played the perfect host, supportive of their every need. 

Built in 1903, the hotel is an architectural marvel and brings together Moorish, Oriental and Florentine styles. Offering panoramic views of the Arabian Sea and the Gateway of India, the hotel is a gracious landmark of the city of Mumbai, showcasing contemporary Indian influences along with beautiful vaulted alabaster ceilings, onyx columns, graceful archways, hand-woven silk carpets, crystal chandeliers, a magnificent art collection, an eclectic collection of furniture, and a dramatic cantilever stairway. 

Over the past century, The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai has amassed a diverse collection of paintings and works of art and is a veritable showcase of artifacts and art of the era. From Belgian chandeliers to Goan Christian artifacts, the hotel incorporates a myriad of artistic styles and tastes.

Hotel Fact Sheet

Location of The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai
The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai, the first hotel of Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces, was built by the founder of the Tata Group, Mr. Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata, in 1903. The hotel boasts a prime location as it overlooks the scenic Mumbai harbour and the landmark Gateway of India. It offers easy access to the main business, commercial, shopping and entertainment areas of the city.

The Taj, a symbol of Indian hospitality, has recently completed its centenary year in 2003. It remains the first choice for discerning business and leisure travellers to the city. It has 21st century communications and business services, a selection of fine restaurants and bars and a comprehensive range of meeting rooms. A personalised butler service is available around the clock. It is 32 kms from the international airport, 7 kms from the railway station.

Accommodation
565 Rooms including 46 suites. All rooms have tea and coffee makers, a mini bar, safe, colour TV, direct dial telephones, colour television with satellite programs, channel music, hair dryer, data port facility. Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel.

The Taj Mahal Palace offers

• 98 Luxury Grande City/Pool Facing Rooms
• 36 Luxury Grande City/Pool Facing Rooms
• 68 Taj Club City/Pool Facing Rooms
• 15 Taj Club Sea Facing Rooms
• 22 Executive Suites
• 8 Luxury Suites
• 9 Grand Luxury Suites
• 2 Presidential Suites

• 110 Superior Sea Facing Rooms
• 99 Superior City Facing Rooms
• 36 Deluxe Sea Facing Rooms
• 32 Deluxe City Facing Rooms

• The Luxury Grande Rooms are testimony to a century old heritage, with priceless artefacts and antiques gracing the interiors. They include a choice of rooms that overlook the city or pool or face the Gateway of India and the Arabian Sea. Each room is equipped with a 42” Plasma TV, surround sound with ultra fast Internet access (via an infra red keyboard), a DVD player and NEOS (an interactive TV network through which you can access our library of films and music). The rooms feature Italian marble bathrooms; Retro style bathtubs with hydro massage hand-showers, separate cubicles with overhead rain showerheads, a vestibule and a dressing area. Abovementioned guest amenities are offered.
• The Taj Club Rooms, located on the top floors of The Taj Mahal Palace, offer a panoramic view of the city. The rooms are perfectly in tune with the needs of today's global business and leisure traveller. The value additions include limousine airport transfers, personalized butler service, a complimentary bottle of wine, tea/coffee throughout the day; buffet breakfast, high tea and a cocktail hour at the exclusive Taj Club Lounge. The Taj Club also offers business services and an exclusive meeting room.
• The Executive Suites, at The Taj Mahal Palace, are adorned with original paintings and period furniture that evoke a world of regal luxury and grandeur. Personal butlers can be summoned at a touch of a button to attend to every need.
• The Luxury Suites offer complimentary breakfast, high tea and cocktails at the lounge and airport transfers. Each room is equipped with a 42” Plasma TV, surround sound with ultra fast internet access (via an infra red keyboard), a DVD player and NEOS (an interactive TV network through which you can access the hotel's library of films and music). Each suite has a living room and bedroom, both of them offering a panoramic view of the sea.
• The Grand Luxury Suites seem to transcend time. These picturesque suites are designed around a central theme such as the Sunrise Suite, the Moonlight Suite and the Bell Tower Suite. The suites have a spacious living room, bedroom and dining room and are well equipped with all the above mentioned guest amenities.
• The Presidential Suite and the Rajput Suite have been home to many Heads of State, celebrities and CEO's. The suites feature a grand living room, a private patio with port harbour and city view, a master bedroom and a private balcony. Opulent old-world design including precious original paintings and antiques, artwork and antiques. Complimentary services include breakfast, high tea and cocktails at the lounge and airport transfers. The suites are equipped with the above mentioned guest amenities.

All Suites are inclusive of the following:

• Complimentary airport limousine transfers
• In-room check-in
• In-room fax, personal safe
• A complimentary bottle champagne, large fruit basket.
• Complimentary buffet breakfast - at either Taj Club lounge, or Sea Lounge or Shamiana.
• Guests can also enjoy complimentary tea/coffee throughout the day at the Taj Club Lounge.
• High Tea from 3.30 pm till 5.30 pm & Happy Hours from 6.30 pm till 8 pm at the Taj Club Lounge.
• Exclusive Meeting Rooms and a Business Service Unit on the Club Floor

• The Superior Rooms offer a refreshing mix of European style and Indian elegance. They include rooms that overlook the city or face the Gateway of India and the Arabian Sea. The rooms are wellequipped with 2-line speakerphones, international direct dial facility, wireless Internet connectivity, mini bar, personal safe, channel music and colour television with satellite programmes, interactive TV, and safe deposit boxes for laptops.
• The Deluxe Rooms exude a contemporary ambience and exemplify the ultimate in lavish comfort and style. They include rooms that overlook the city or face the Gateway of India and the Arabian Sea. Well equipped with all the above guest amenities. Mini bar, personal safe, channel music and television with satellite programmes and DVD players on the Deluxe floors of The Taj Mahal Tower. A complimentary in-room fax can be provided on request. Guests have a choice of rooms that overlook the city or face the Gateway of India and the Arabian Sea.

• Wasabi by Morimoto, the Japanese speciality restaurant overlooking the Gateway of India and Arabian Sea, serves a variety of Japanese delicacies and sakes. Timings: 12 pm - 3.30 pm for lunch and 7 pm - midnight for dinner.
• Zodiac Grill, the fine dining restaurant, serves a spectrum of gourmet Nouvelle Cuisine. Live piano music from 8.30 pm till midnight enhances its exclusive ambience. Timings 12 pm - 3.30 pm for lunch & 7 pm - midnight for dinner.
• Masala Kraft, the stylish Indian speciality restaurant, serves a spectrum of traditional Indian favourites cooked with contemporary twist. Timings 12 pm - 3.30 pm for lunch & 7 pm - midnight for dinner.
• Souk, located at the penthouse level of The Taj Tower, serves a variety of from coastal Mediterranean regions, and parts of West Asia. Timings 12 pm - 3.30 pm for lunch & 7 pm - midnight for dinner
• Golden Dragon, the stylish Chinese speciality restaurant, serves authentic Schezwan delicacies. 12 pm - 3.30 pm for lunch & 7 pm - midnight for dinner.
• The Sea Lounge, overlooking the Gateway of India and Arabian Sea, offers a variety of light meals, a lavish buffet breakfast, and Asian High tea. Live piano music enhances the ambience from 1pm till 3pm and 4.30 pm till 6.30pm. Timings 7 am till midnight.
• Shamiana, the all day dining restaurant, serves an array of Continental, Indian, South-East Asian, Italian specialities Indian and international favourites. The Emillino Trio Band plays from 7pm till 11pm
• Harbour Bar: Mumbai's oldest bar provides the perfect setting for a quiet evening in the company of single malts and cigars.
• Starboard Bar: A portside bar with a maritime theme welcomes you aboard for an evening of revelry. As cocktails, vibrant decor and a live band help rock the boat.
• Aquarius Lounge: Lounge by the pool with a relaxing outdoor meal from the Shamiana.
• Insomnia: Mumbai's hottest nightclub serves up a mix of heady cocktails and foot tapping music that will have you dancing till the wee hours.

Services
Airport Transfer - On Request, Astrologer on Call, Baby-Sitting Arrangements, Barber Shop, Beauty Salon, Book Shops, Business Centre-24 hrs, Business Facilities, Car Rentals, Currency Exchange, Facilities for the Physically Challenged, Florist, Health Club, Health/Ayurveda Centre, Hotel Safe, Internet/E-mail/Fax Facilities, Interpreter Services can be organized, Laundry Services, Lounge, Luggage Storage, Medical Services-Doctor on Call, Medical Room, Parking, Phone - Mobile on Hire, Phone-Two Telephone Lines in Rooms, Postal/Parcel Services, Room Service, Security Escorts can be organized, Shopping Arcade, Ticketing

Recreation
Adventure Sports on request • Golf can be organized at local Golf Club, Indoor Sports - on request, Outdoor Sports on request, Swimming - Indoor Pool (on request), Swimming - Outdoor Pool, Tennis on request

Facilities
565 rooms including 46 suites. 

Rooms & Suites
The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai offers generously appointed suites and rooms, each adorned with original paintings and period furniture that exude an aura of old-world charm and elegance. These unforgettable rooms and suites live up to the fantasy of royal splendor 

The Taj Mahal Tower Rooms 
The renowned American architect Melton Bekker, conceived the Tower wing in 1973. With its arched balconies topped by a jagged diadem, The Taj Mahal Tower stands in harmonious contrast to The Taj Mahal Palace. The rooms offer a refreshing mix of European style and Indian elegance. Guests have a choice of rooms that overlook the city or face the Gateway of India and the Arabian Sea. 

Superior Rooms 
Well equipped with 2-line speakerphones, international direct dial facility, wireless Internet connectivity, mini bar, personal safe, channel music and colour television with satellite programmes, interactive TV, and safe deposit boxes for laptops. 

Deluxe Rooms
Contemporary rooms exemplifying the ultimate in lavish comfort and style. Well equipped with all the above guest amenities. All rooms have been refurbished and include all superior room guest amenities. 

The Taj Mahal Palace Rooms 
The corridors stand testimony to a century old heritage, with genuine artifacts and antiques gracing the aisles. Guests have a choice of rooms that overlook the city or pool or face the Gateway of India and the Arabian Sea. The Taj Mahal Palace guests enjoy a private sit down check in on arrival, in the lobby lounge with a selection of welcome drinks, prior to being escorted to their rooms. 

Luxury Grande Rooms 
Renowned for their architecture exuding an aura of old-world charm and elegance. Each room is equipped with a 42” Plasma TV, surround sound with ultra fast internet access (via an infra red keyboard), a DVD player and NEOS (an interactive TV network through which you can access our library of films and music). The luxurious four feature Italian marbled bathrooms, offer Retro style bathtubs with hydro massage hand-showers, as well as separate cubicles with overhead Rain showerheads, a vestibule and a dressing area. Other amenities include 2-line speakerphones with international direct dial facility, wireless Internet connectivity, in–room tea/coffee maker, minibar and personal safe (with inbuilt laptop chargers). 

Taj Club Room 
Offering a panoramic view of the city, the Taj Club rooms are located on the top floors of The Palace Wing. The rooms are perfectly in tune with the needs of today’s global business and leisure traveler. The value additions include limousine airport transfers, personalized butler service, complimentary bottle of wine, buffet breakfast. To unwind, we offer tea/coffee throughout the day and a cocktail hour at the exclusive Taj Club Lounge. The buffet breakfast and High tea are also served at the Taj Club lounge. The Taj Club also offers business services and an exclusive meeting room. 

Suites
The Taj Mahal Palace houses 46 generously appointed suites, each adorned with original paintings and period furniture to transport guests into a world of regal luxury and grandeur .Personal butlers can be summoned at a touch of a button to attend to every request from the moment of check in to the time of departure. Guests can choose from Junior Suites, Executive Suites, Luxury Suites Grand Luxury Suites and Presidential Suites. Combining contemporary and classic styles, the richly – hued interiors of the suites exemplify luxurious living. Complimentary services include breakfast, high tea and cocktails at the lounge and airport transfers. Each suite is equipped with a 42” Plasma TV, surround sound with ultra fast internet access (via an infra red keyboard), a DVD player and NEOS (an interactive TV network through which you can access our library of films and music). 

Executive Suites 
Bright, airy, and stunning, these two room units offer spacious comfort with a living room, bedroom and attached dressing area. Guests will enjoy stunning views overlooking the pool, lawns and the city. The privileges of the Taj Club are also included. 

Luxury Suites 
Offers a spacious living room, bedroom and dining room and are well equipped with all the above guest amenities.. The privileges of the Taj Club are also included. 

Grand Luxury Suites 
Transcending time, these picturesque suites are designed around a central theme such as the Sunrise Suite, the Moonlight Suite and the Bell Tower Suite. The artwork and antiques recreate old world charm with a blend of modern amenities and gracious personalized service. The suites offer stunning views of the Arabian Sea and The Gateway of India. The privileges of the Taj Club are also included. 

Presidential Suites 
The Presidential Suite and the Rajput Suite have been home to many Heads of State, Celebrities and CEO’s . The suites feature a grand living room, a private patio with port harbor and city view, a master bedroom and a private balcony overlooking The Gateway of India. Opulent old-world design including precious original paintings and antiques, artwork and antiques that recreate old world charm with a blend of modern amenities and gracious personalized service. The privileges of the Taj Club are also included. 

12 rooms with a capacity ranging from 25 to 500 persons auditorium style or 18 to 2000 persons for cocktails / receptions. The hotel can also provide state-of-the-art conference facilities for conferences and seminars.

Meeting Rooms & Banquet Facilities include:

• F20,000 square feet of conference space spread throughout 8 rooms
• Seating capacities for 30 to 550, auditorium-style and 30 to 750 for cocktails and receptions
• Boardroom seatingfor 12 persons
• Catering is available for breakfast, lunch, dinner, meeting breaks and cocktail parties. The hotel is renowned for its award winning restaurants

• Mumbai Roadside Yatra, a festival of Mumbai’s celebrated street food
• Bollywood Night
• Tour to Elephanta Island
• The Jiva Spa