The dynamic capital of India’s lesser-known Telangana state is a treat to visit, with superb Islamic architecture. Most of the best places to stay in Hyderabad are in the city’s western extremities, near Jubilee Hills, HITEC City, and Banjara Hills – all of which are ideal for exploring the city’s arty and tech-forward scenes. There are also easy transportation connections to the historical treasures of the Old City. Here is our list of the best hotels in Hyderabad, ranging from opulent Nizam castles to cutting-edge five-star hotels.
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The Best Hotels in Hyderabad, India
Taj Falaknuma Palace
This opulent 5-star resort, located 2000 feet above Hyderabad, boasts a mixture of colonial and Indian decor. It features a historical walk with exquisitely produced antiques from around the world, as well as a top-notch spa. These spacious rooms have high wood-beamed ceilings and are decorated with pastel colors, floral textiles, and elegant wood furnishings. Down duvets and Egyptian cotton linens are among the in-room amenities. Afternoons can be spent relaxing in the Palace Library or the Billiards Room, both of which have oak paneling. A landscaped pool, fitness facilities, and bespoke tailoring are among the other amenities. The majestic Charminar monument and Chaumallah Palace are both within 5 miles of Taj Falaknuma Palace.
Trident Hyderabad
Trident, Hyderabad is close to Raheja Mindspace IT Park and has an outdoor pool, spa and wellness center, and workout center. It features a well-equipped business center as well as meeting rooms. There is free parking available. In all of the rooms, there is free WiFi. The hotel is close to technical companies as well as the Hyderabad International Convention Centre. 3 miles away is Shilparamam Arts Village. Golconda Fort is 14 kilometers away, Hussain Sagar Lake is 20 kilometers away, and IKEA is 2 kilometers away. The railway station at Secunderabad is 18 kilometers away, and the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is 35 kilometers away. The air-conditioned rooms feature modern décor, a desk, a tea/coffee maker, and a flat-screen satellite TV. Showers and toiletries are provided in the en suite bathrooms. The 24-hour front desk offers amenities such as a breakfast buffet, luggage storage, and currency exchange. A massage parlor is a great place for guests to unwind and relax.
SwanSuites – Gachibowli
SwanSuites – Gachibowli is located in Hyderabad, 3 km from ISB and 7 km from Golkonda Fort. It offers accommodation with a patio as well as free private parking for visitors who drive. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and a restaurant. Guests can take advantage of the hotel’s 24-hour front desk and room service. Each room in the hotel has a desk and flat-screen television. Guests will have access to a wardrobe and a kettle in their rooms. A buffet or vegetarian breakfast is available at SwanSuites – Gachibowli. The lodging is 8 kilometers from Banjara Hills and 9 km from City Centre Mall. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is 23 kilometers from SwanSuites – Gachibowli.
Taj Krishna
This honeycomb-style five-star hotel stands in lush frangipani-scented grounds bordering posh Banjara Hills, and is a hallmark Taj Group accomplishment. The contemporary rooms are bathed in stylish neutrals, but the show-stopper is the arching turquoise-tiled pool with hot tubs. Explore the art gallery scene in posh west Hyderabad before dinner at the legendary, candle-lit Firdaus, where live ghazals (Urdu songs) accompany fine Hyderabadi specialties like khatti dal (curry), haleem (stew), or nalli gosht (slow-cooked lamb shank). The 16th-century Charminar and the Chowmahalla Palace may be found in Hyderabad’s Old City, which is 7 kilometers (4 miles) away. Taxis are easily available to other major attractions such as Golconda Fort and the Qutb Shahi Tombs.
ITC Kohenur
The sustainability-minded ITC Kohenur, located on the shores of Durgam Cheruvu Lake, draws inspiration from Hyderabad’s jewel-making past and boulder-strewn nature. It’s a stylishly modern headquarters for experiencing HITEC City and Jubilee Hills’ wealthy retail, dining, and drinking scenes. From cocktails at the tile-adorned Peacock Bar to reinterpreted royal Hyderabadi and Awadhi cuisine at the chandelier-clad Dum Pukht Begum’s, the gastronomy is remarkable (try the spiced kebabs and the Hyderabad specialty, biryani). Then relax in the infinity pool with a view of the lake, the urban-polished rooms, or the three-tiered spa, where exquisite Ayurvedic therapies await.
Courtyard by Marriott Hyderabad
The Courtyard Mariott Hyderabad is one of the best hotels in Hyderabad, located in the heart of the city, offers partial views of the famed Hussain Sagar Lake. Free parking, a restaurant, a spa, and a fitness center are all available. Each air-conditioned room comes with a private bathroom, cable TV, a minibar, and a coffee/tea maker. The MoMo Cafe in the Courtyard Marriott serves local, Pan-Asian, and Western food. A shuttle service to and from the airport is available, as well as automobile rental. Relaxing at the hotel’s spa or in the outdoor pool are two options. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is 35 minutes away from Courtyard Mariott Hyderabad.