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Taj Hotels

Tata Group's flagship luxury hotels, palaces and resorts since 1903

  • Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL)Hotel group
  • LuxuryTier
  • 1903Launched
  • IndiaOrigin

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About Taj

Taj is the flagship luxury brand of the Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), part of the Tata Group. It began in 1903, when The Taj Mahal Palace opened on Mumbai’s waterfront, and it has grown into the name most travellers think of first for luxury hotels in India. Brand Finance ranked Taj the world’s strongest hotel brand in 2025.

What to expect

Taj hotels range from landmark city hotels to former royal palaces and island resorts. Expect spacious rooms and suites, several restaurants (often including celebrated Indian dining), Jiva spas, and the warm, formal service the brand is known for. Many Taj palaces were royal residences, so architecture, gardens and history are part of the stay.

Who it suits

Taj works for milestone trips, honeymoons, heritage holidays in Rajasthan and business stays in India’s big cities. Prices sit at the top of the market, but rates vary a lot by season and city, so it pays to compare dates.

Booking tips

  • Palace hotels in Udaipur, Jaipur and Jodhpur are busiest from October to March; book early for those months.
  • City hotels are often better value at weekends, when business travel drops.
  • Check what the rate includes: breakfast, airport transfers and spa credits can change the real price.

What Taj is known for

  • The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, opened in 1903
  • Former royal palaces in Rajasthan run as hotels
  • Jiva spas and signature Indian restaurants
  • Ranked the world's strongest hotel brand by Brand Finance in 2025

Style of hotels

  • Full-service hotels
  • Resorts
  • Heritage & palaces

Good for

  • Couples
  • Families
  • Business travel
  • Luxury stays

Where to find Taj

Taj hotels are found mainly in: India / global.

  • Mumbai the original Taj Mahal Palace
  • Udaipur lake palace hotels
  • Jaipur palace hotels
  • Jodhpur palace hotels
  • New Delhi city hotels
  • Goa beach resorts
  • Maldives island resorts

Signature hotels

  • The Taj Mahal PalaceMumbai
  • Taj Lake PalaceUdaipur
  • Rambagh PalaceJaipur
  • Umaid Bhawan PalaceJodhpur
  • Taj Falaknuma PalaceHyderabad
  • Taj BengalKolkata
  • Taj Coral Reef Resort & SpaMaldives
  • Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and ResidencesLondon
  • The Pierre, A Taj HotelNew York

Taj InnerCircle: Taj loyalty programme

Stays at Taj hotels count towards Taj InnerCircle. Members can earn points on eligible stays across the group's brands and redeem them for free nights. Points and member rates usually apply only to bookings made directly or on qualifying rates.

Taj: Frequently Asked Questions

01Is Taj part of the Tata Group?

Yes. Taj is run by the Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), a Tata Group company.

02Which was the first Taj hotel?

The Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, which opened in 1903.

03Who owns Taj?

Taj is part of Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL).

04Is Taj a luxury brand?

Taj sits in the luxury segment of the hotel market.

05Which loyalty programme does Taj use?

Stays at Taj hotels can earn and use points in Taj InnerCircle when you book in a way that qualifies, usually directly with the brand or through an eligible rate.

06How do I find cheap Taj hotels?

Search your destination and dates on HotelSelects Deals, then compare the rates shown. Booking a few weeks ahead for busy dates, staying flexible by a day and choosing refundable rates you can rebook all help you find a better price.

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