Taj Falaknuma Palace
Taj Falaknuma Palace
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- Passenger334829606513 contributionsRoyal experience at a lively palaceTaj Falaknuma make you feel right at home. The best thing about it was that it's a living palace. It was not off limits. You can touch, feel and experience the palace as you're a guest of the palace. The staff was excellent. I would like to shout out some - Bipasha at the front desk. The staff at the Celeste and Aada were excellent. Vishal was a gregarious person and really enjoy what he is doing. There are so many of them. Like Subhash knows what you expect from housekeeping. Totally it was a Royal experience at a lively palace.Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten October 26, 2023
- TravelB24Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania37 contributionsA truly opulent experience in HyderabadThis is a beautiful palace with so much history and immaculately maintained by Taj. The rooms and suites have an old world opulence thats hard describe. The whole experience puts you into a fantasy world. Brensley Souza made our stay even more amazing by going out of his way to ensure that all our needs were met. He even helped with our flight tickets and reservations at another Taj property as we had a last minute change in plans. Thank you Brensley for all your care and help its people like you who make us keep returning to Taj Hotels!!Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten December 25, 2023
- Arshia B15 contributionsExcellent hospitalityIt has been an absolute pleasure to experience the Taj Falaknama hospitality. The staff has excelled themselves from room services to restaurant. Special mention to Mounika, Lakshmi, Shreya and Supriya for exceptional care for the guests and in-room needs. They have gone out of their way to keep us comfortable. They organised an in-room spa service as my mother had feet problems. Special mention to Shubham Das, manager Nasir, Pritha at the restaurant for kindly attending us at all times for all meals. Everyone was very very hospitable and attentive. It is an exquisite property to spend a serene and peaceful stay. There is plenty to do at the hotel to keep busy for few days in a delightful way. We visited twice within a year simply for the wonderful warmth experienced. Keep up the great work team!!Visited January 2024Travelled with familyWritten January 9, 2024
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Neeraja V
Chandigarh, India50 contributions
Oct 2020 • Friends
Enjoyed the most amazing view of Hyderabad from the ‘Jade Room’ with twinkling stars in the Sky touching the ground. Soulful music of live Sufi songs makes the place reminisce the days of Nizam. The historical tour of the palace is enlightening along with an sumptuous meal of different courses.The staff are warm and helpful. The Grandeur and ambience of the palace is perfect for special occasions.
Written October 17, 2020
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Vagish Dixit
Hyderabad, India209 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
Conceded that this is not a specially abled friendly place with no ramps and lifts in sight. But this is an old palace with the zillion steps from floor 0 to floor 1 and of course a horse carriage ride from main entrance to porch. Every room smells of history in its lush and princely aura. Service is genuinely reflective of the period and food is to die for. Overall this place is amazing and is a bucket list item for anyone visiting Hyderabad.
Written February 11, 2020
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piyamart m
Bangkok, Thailand13 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
I am sure what I have to say about this beautiful hotel is no different than what has been said before. The outstanding service by all the staff, the warm welcome provided from the first gate, and all the thoughtful gestures provided throughout our stay. I would like to thank Mr Nasir the restaurant manager who made sure we enjoyed our meals, provided suggestions to help us better enjoy the local cuisines, and followed through with all our requests.
We loved the informative palace tour by the in-house historian, the beautiful live music in the evenings, and appreciated how clean, quiet and fragrant everything was. We really appreciated that the staff offered to escort you around the premise if you are not sure of the way, since this is quite a large property. Taj service as always, is wonderful.
I definitely recommend the hotel to everyone.
We loved the informative palace tour by the in-house historian, the beautiful live music in the evenings, and appreciated how clean, quiet and fragrant everything was. We really appreciated that the staff offered to escort you around the premise if you are not sure of the way, since this is quite a large property. Taj service as always, is wonderful.
I definitely recommend the hotel to everyone.
Written March 7, 2023
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Husain Shakir
Visakhapatnam, India4 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
We had planned to do a lunch cum sun downer at the property, which generally costs around 15,000 per person combined.
So we got ready and had travelled via uber for more then an hour and fifteen minutes just to know that only if we have a reservation at the property are we allowed to dine at any of their properties. So all those planning to go there please keep in mind. Apart from my experience above it is a must visit for the elegance and royalty it throws from every corner of the property
So we got ready and had travelled via uber for more then an hour and fifteen minutes just to know that only if we have a reservation at the property are we allowed to dine at any of their properties. So all those planning to go there please keep in mind. Apart from my experience above it is a must visit for the elegance and royalty it throws from every corner of the property
Written November 7, 2023
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anirban73
Ahmedabad, India396 contributions
May 2022
Built in 1893, owned by Nizam of Hyderabad and now the Taj group, a heritage hotel. Ypou walk down history, with a royal treatmengt the moment you walk in. Located on a hillock, 2000 feet above sea level, you can have a grand view of Hyderabad. The staff are extremely courteous. One must book in advance, with 50% advance payment for dining. There are 2 main restaurants, Ada (Indian) and Celeste (Italian). A one hour tour of the palace is conducted by the staff of the hotel, explaining the history of the palace and all the rooms in the palace. No doubt the dinner is expensive (almost Rs 7000 per person including taxes for a 4 course menu), but its worth it, along with the tour that you get. Its a memory that you will cherish forever. The staff in Ada, where we had dinner was excellent, courteous and helpful. They go out of the way to make sure you are comfortable. Hats off to the Tata group for reviving this unused palace since 2010.
Written May 28, 2022
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NomTumYum
Singapore, Singapore332 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Sadly, I didn’t read the reviews properly and did not make a booking. Same thing happened to me: got all excited. Took a car down to visit the palace and was planning to have dinner there but alas- they turned us away at the gate. Refusing to even let us in to find an alternative location.
1. You need to make reservations at either restaurant and have confirmations - otherwise, they will turn you away.
2. The palace is a must see. I’ve not been and couldn’t go but most who visited have left raving reviews.
3. It’s quite far away- so plan your time and check the availability for lunch or high tea or dinner.
1. You need to make reservations at either restaurant and have confirmations - otherwise, they will turn you away.
2. The palace is a must see. I’ve not been and couldn’t go but most who visited have left raving reviews.
3. It’s quite far away- so plan your time and check the availability for lunch or high tea or dinner.
Written December 14, 2023
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TravelB24
Pittsburgh, PA37 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
This is a beautiful palace with so much history and immaculately maintained by Taj. The rooms and suites have an old world opulence thats hard describe. The whole experience puts you into a fantasy world. Brensley Souza made our stay even more amazing by going out of his way to ensure that all our needs were met. He even helped with our flight tickets and reservations at another Taj property as we had a last minute change in plans. Thank you Brensley for all your care and help its people like you who make us keep returning to Taj Hotels!!
Written December 25, 2023
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blondeinbombay
Croatia78 contributions
Jan 2020
We've been to the Falaknuma several times, for overnights and work events. The Falaknuma never fails to impress and inspire. It's such an escape from the city, the staff are always so thoughtful, the spa is fabulous, we adore the breakfasts, and have always really enjoyed the dinners as well.
Written January 11, 2020
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DrQuresh M
Mumbai, India300 contributions
Sept 2022 • Friends
We were 5 couples all between 60-70 years . It rained throughout but the rooms were comfortable and the staff went out of their way to make us comfortable . It would be helpful if the lighting was improved in the outdoor areas and the lobby. Also a well defined walking track would be an asset as they own property of 300 acres but the staff were clueless about where I could take my morning walk for an hour!
Written September 11, 2022
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PargaonkarP
Hyderabad, India5 contributions
Sept 2019 • Business
The palace tour is a good to do once. It is a beautiful palace. If you are lucky you might even get a glimpse of some movie shooting from distace. Food is definitely good. Chef took care of my request for pregnancy friendly food. The food did taste good. Will I pay Rs.5000 for the food there..... hmmm, I will explore Jewels of Nizam first and then decide. :)
Written March 6, 2020
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Is there any alternate number for booking?
Written September 17, 2022
Download the Taj app or use email for easy booking
Written September 17, 2022
Hi sir,
I need to celebrate my first anniversary so which dinning I should book for 25 people and what is cost for dinner and will they celebrate with cake and all that stuff .
Written July 27, 2019
Yes I think they can organise. Cost varies depending on the menu.
Written July 27, 2019
Hi
Is there any entry fee?
Advance booking required?
Is it Must to have to food or high tea in restaurant?
Timeings please?
Thank You
Happy travellers
Written March 17, 2019
Yes! You need to book a reservation for either food or a high tea in advance. High tea begins at 4pm I think, they'll inform you of the timings when you make the reservation.
Written March 17, 2019
Have to book ticket or table? As i dnt want to eat, just want to see d place
Written July 5, 2018
You need to call up the hotel at +91 40 6629 8585 and make a reservation. They are two restaurants 1. Adaa 2. Celeste
Adaa is the India restaurant and Celeste is the Italian restaurant. They operate for both lunch and dinner. They also have a facility for hi-tea.
Lunch/Dinner in the restaurants cost about 4000+ taxes per person
Hope this helps
Written July 6, 2018
Hi - I would like to make reservations for dining on June 14th. How do I do it? Website is not letting me book.
Written May 27, 2018
I suggest you either call them or email them.
Written May 27, 2018
Yes I believe there’s a lift
Written December 26, 2017
Are kids allowed for the tour and dinner at falaknuma and what is the cost
Written December 24, 2017
When i took the tour there were suite a few kids too - so there is no reatriction on them. However as far aas i know they dont entertain dinner/lunch guests unless they are staying with them. At best we were offered 200ml bottles of water when somebody asked for them.
Written December 25, 2017
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