TAJ WINS THE ‘WORLD’S FINEST LUXURY GRAND PALACES’ AWARD AT THE ‘101 BEST EXECUTIVE SUMMIT’ IN GERMANY

MUMBAI, DECEMBER 5, 2023: Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has been recognized among the 'Best Hotel Companies in the World' at the esteemed 101 Executive Summit held in Germany with Taj being ranked the best in the ‘World’s Finest Luxury Grand Palaces’ category.

Speaking about the announcement, Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & CEO, Indian Hotels Company said, “IHCL’s iconic brand Taj has been an industry leader for over a century. A proud custodian of India’s rich heritage, Taj has maintained a steadfast commitment to rekindle India’s glorious past by restoring some of the country’s most celebrated properties that date back to the pre-independence era. With authentic and magnificent Palaces, IHCL is the country’s largest palace operator and proud to be India’s custodian of heritage and culture for over a century.”

He added, “We are delighted to be recognized at the 101 Best Executive Summit. The award underlines IHCL's commitment to excellence, innovation, and the delivery of unparalleled guest experiences at our hotels and resorts.”

Intrinsically bound with the country history, Taj hotels have long been heralded as a purveyor of Indian heritage. With its presence in key historic destinations such as Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Gwalior, Hyderabad, Varanasi and Mumbai; the brand focuses on conserving the cultural heritage of the regions.

A palace stay at the Taj is like no other. The award-winning Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur with its illustrious 275-year history is one of the worlds’ most photographed hotels. Guests can relive Rajput hospitality at the World’s No 1 Hotel 2023 by TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards, Rambagh Palace, Jaipur, the former residence of royalty, built in 1825.

Home of the erstwhile Jodhpur royal family, the World’s Best Hotel as rated by Conde Nast Travellers Readers’ Choice awards, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur and the 126-year-old Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad, offers a slice in time of the Indian royalty.

To make reservations and explore the Taj royal treatment at heritage palaces, please visit: www.tajhotels.com.

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as India’s Strongest Brand 2023 as per Brand Finance; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; and Ginger, which is revolutionising the lean luxe segment.

Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel - The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 280 hotels including 84 under development globally across 4 continents, 11 countries and in over 100 locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.

Please visit: www.ihcltata.com; www.tajhotels.com; www.seleqtionshotels.com; www.vivantahotels.com; www.gingerhotels.com

For more information, please contact: kirti.dhingra@ihcltata.com