The Taj West End, Bangalore

The Taj West End, Bangalore

Introduction

Nestled in the midst of 20 acres of magnificent gardens The Taj West End is one of the finest hotels in Bangalore.The Taj West End has welcomed guests for over a century and is more a legend than a hotel. Built in 1887, as the city’s first hotel The Taj West End is an experience of luxury in refined style and warm relaxed comfort. An understated elegance and gothic architecture that has been meticulously preserved,gives The Taj West End its unique character.

The hotel is centrally located - just 36 kms from the domestic and international airports and close to the city’s prime commercial, banking and shopping and entertainment districts center. The hotel is opposite to Bangalore Turf Club and is next to Bangalore Golf Club.

The Taj West End is one of the most memorable experiences travel can offer in today’s world. It offers every comfort and luxury but most importantly a piece of Bangalore’s exciting history. Whether guests are on a super-charged business trip or a relaxed getaway, the ambience charms everyone.

What sets apart this heritage hotel is the stamp of old world charm and colonial architecture that’s been carefully preserved for over the centuries, blended with the most modern amenities; distinctive bar and restaurants,personalized butler service, rooms and villas interspersed over 20 acres of landscaped greenery “truly the essence of The Taj West End experience. The Taj West End is ranked among ‘Top 10 Best Luxury’ hotels in India according to the 2009 TripAdvisor Travellers” Choice Awards.

Facilities

• WI-FI access
• In-house video-conferencing
• Laptop computers on hire
• Mobile phones on hire
• Portable printers on hire
• Secretarial services
• Translation /interpretation services Wireless Internet access Workstations
• Babysitting
• Bangalore walks available
• Beauty parlour / Hair salon
• Car hire service
• Currency exchange
• Doctor-on-call
• Express laundry / dry cleaning
• Florist
• Golf
• Horse riding
• Safe deposit lockers
• Travel assistance

Meeting Rooms & Banquet Facilities include:

Five  rooms  with a  capacity  ranging  from  15  to  500  persons,  auditorium  style,  or  15  to  800  persons  for  cocktails/receptions.

Accomodations

Luxury Rooms
Spacious rooms with private verandahs with stunning views of the gardens. All rooms are elegantly appointed and offer a minibar, wireless internet connectivity, two-line speaker phone with international direct dial facility and voicemail, ironing board on request, hair dryer, mini-bar, inroom-safe, daily newspaper, tea-coffee maker, 24-hour in-room dining, laundry service and Butler service. Complimentary use of the gymnasium, steam and Jacuzzi in the fitness centre . Non-smoking rooms available on request.

Luxury Grande Rooms
Luxuriously appointed rooms with private verandahs with all the above guest amenities. Guests have a choice of rooms that overlook the Gardens or the Swimming pool. Non-smoking rooms available on request.

Taj Club Rooms
Guest amenities and services include complimentary airport pick-up, exclusive check-in and check-out, early check-in (9 am) and late check-out (6 pm) and a welcome drink on arrival. Guests will also be provided with 24-hour butler, and are welcome to enjoy complimentary breakfast, tea and coffee and 2 hours of cocktails in the Taj Club lounge. 2 Hrs per stay of complimentary use of the meeting room at the Taj Club and use of the gymnasium, steam and Jacuzzi in the fitness centre. Fresh flowers, a fruit basket, complimentary bottle of wine and a choice of newspapers and magazines. Non-smoking rooms available on request.

Executive Suites
Suites with views of the gardens. Each of these suites has a living room and a bedroom. Guests in Executive Suites include all the guest amenities of Taj Club rooms.

Luxury Suites
Very large spacious suites offering views of the garden. All the suites have large living rooms with a dining area, a study and a bedroom Guests in Luxury Suites will enjoy 2 way complimentary airport transfers and all the guest amenities of the Taj Club.

The Tata Suite
Located on the ground floor, it comprises of a stylish living room, dining room, a master bedroom, an office room, a kitchenette, a bathroom with a Jacuzzi and a outdoor garden with a plunge pool and massage facility. Aesthetic artifacts, an array of lighting effects and the sleek furniture gives a sense of space and luxury. The plush furnishings and furniture accentuate the contemporary ambience of the master bedroom.