Acquisitions & Hotel Openings

Vivanta by Taj Opens in Begumpet, Hyderabad

February 7, 2012 - Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces, India’s largest hospitality group, announced the 23rd addition to the Vivanta by Taj portfolio with the opening of Vivanta by Taj - Begumpet, Hyderabad. Echoing the city’s vibrancy and fast paced business energy, the new hotel promises to offer unique experiences that perfectly blend leisure, business, and hospitality.

Vivanta by Taj – Begumpet, Hyderabad has 181 spacious, contemporary, and stylish rooms and suites. Located on the highest floor, the stunning Presidential Nirvana Suite overlooks the Flying Club airstrip and offers a 180-degree view of the city. In addition, the sprawling Deluxe Allure Suites have separate bedroom and living areas that open out to the breathtaking view of the skyline.

The hotel houses over 7,000 square feet of well-defined, high-tech, and contemporary spaces for business professionals. The spaces are perfectly suitable for memorable lunches, business conferences, and upscale weddings. Vacationing guests may choose to pick one of the alluring natural spa treatments, go to the 24-hour gym for an energizing workout, or even relax by the pristine pool. For guests that care to explore the city, Vivanta by Taj – Begumpet, Hyderabad is centrally situated, and is a short walk away from Hyderabad’s central business districts, tourist attractions, and shopping destinations.

The stunning new hotel entices guests to enjoy kaleidoscope of culinary experiences, where innovation and artistry dance in unison creating a theatrical display of sensory delights. Watch the night warm up at Tease, the trendiest nightspot in the city or enjoy a fresh take on Mediterranean, Italian and European cuisine at Viva. The hotel also presents an exotic poolside dining experience, where guests can enjoy a fine selection of grilled items, which will be served on a specially designed glass table. Ask for Chef’s Table at Viva to dine with the Executive Chef and get valuable insights, attention and enjoy one of the most remarkable meals of your life.

About Vivanta by Taj
Vivanta by Taj is a 5-star hospitality brand positioned in the upper-upscale segment and is a part of Taj Hotels Resorts & Palaces. Currently comprised of 23 hotels in India and the Indian Ocean region, Vivanta by Taj incorporates hotels in key metropolitan areas as well as popular holiday destinations like Goa, Kerala, Rajasthan, Sri Lanka & the Maldives.

Vivanta by Taj offers a fresh, vivacious & stylish take on ‘cool luxury’. With innovative cuisine concepts, the smart use of technology & experiences that seek to constantly engage, energize and relax, it appeals to the cosmopolitan world-traveler synced into an immersive and sensory lifestyle. www.vivantabytaj.com.

About Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces
Established in 1901, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is one of Asia's largest and finest group of hotels, comprising 95 hotels in 54 locations across India with an additional 16 international hotels in the Maldives, Malaysia, Australia, UK, USA, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Africa and the Middle East. From world-renowned landmarks to modern business hotels, idyllic beach resorts to authentic Grand Palaces, each Taj hotel offers an unrivalled fusion of warm Indian hospitality, world-class service and modern luxury. The Taj, a symbol of Indian hospitality, has recently completed the centenary of its landmark hotel, The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai. Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is part of the Tata Group, India's premier business house. www.tajhotels.com.

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