Taj Falaknuma Palace
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
Situated on the banks of the Musi River, the 400 year old city of Hyderabad, which is now a burgeoning IT hub, was once governed by and home to the legendary Nizams of India. Steeped in its past of refined courtly life played out in elaborate palaces, it is a memorable place to visit.Explore the city's streets, grand monuments and architecture, and uncover its fascinating history. Passed on for generations like a precious jewel, Falaknuma Palace or 'Mirror of the Sky' was the royal guest- house of Nizam Mehboob Ali Khan. After ten years of sensitive restoration, the Taj has infused new life into this sixty room private palace to offer visitors a glimpse of the imperial lifestyle of the…
Taj Falaknuma Palace was the royal residence of the Nizam of Hyderabad, and today’s guests live like royalty in this thoughtfully restored palace. Guest rooms are rich in color and details, such as Hyderabadi embellishments and English frescoes. Unwind by strolling the palace’s breathtaking grounds or basking in the heavenly Jiva Spa. Dining choices abound, from fine Italian cuisine to pit-grilled feasts in the gardens to a Hyderabadi-inspired fine dining restaurant, Adaa. Voted 85th Best Restaurant in the World by Elite Traveler in 2017, Adaa serves six-course dinners, inviting every guest to try a taste of royalty.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Buffet breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant
- A complimentary lunch or dinner for up to two people per room, once during stay, excluding alcohol, taxes and gratuities (minimum 3-courses & value of $100 USD)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
Try one of the unique signature cocktails and mocktails, all made from fresh natural ingredients. Recommended: the Jasmine Sour Martini and the Strawberry Panna. –Vicki Aubert Burlington, Vermont
The property, in facts
| Where | Engine Bowli, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India |
|---|---|
| Category | City Hotel |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Hotel group | Taj |
| Rooms | 60 |
| Room types | 4 |
| Nearest airport | Chennai Airport (HYD) · 4 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | Landmarks, Local Immersion, Wellness |
Rooms and suites
- Royal Suite — The Royal Suites with opulent furnishings and intricate architecture are located in the Zenana Wing. The timber used all across these rooms are well seasoned…
- Historical Suite — Owing to their location in the Scorpion-shaped palace, Taj Falaknuma Palace's Historical Suites are also called Pincer Suites. Time stands still in delicate…
- Luxury Room — At Taj Falaknuma Palace, Luxury Rooms are glimpses of royalty, shaped by Italian marble flooring, valance curtains, colonial furniture, 310 TC Egyptian cotton…
- Palace Room — The Nizams of the past would wholeheartedly approve of the Palace Rooms in all their opulent glory. These rooms are about richness, beauty, perfection and…
In the room
Bathrobe · Hair Dryer · Mini Bar · Safe · Voicemail
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