The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
Expert reviews
“Foreigners and wealthy Indians choose the Taj over other fancy hotels in town because it’s a beautiful and regal landmark—worth visiting even if you don’t stay here—with views past the Gateway of India to the Arabian Sea.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Mumbai.
“The Taj Mahal Palace, an ornate hotel open since 1903, looks over the Arabian Sea and the historic Gateway of India arch. A memorial in the lobby commemorates the terror attack at the hotel in 2008.”
“The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai has been a hallmark from the day it first opened its doors in 1903 as one of India’s first true luxury hotels. Ambitious and forward-thinking industrialist Jamsetji Tata founded the grand hotel in to put India back on the map, create a place for India’s elite to congregate and produce a host of employment opportunities for the people of the former Bombay.”
“Few hotels in the world embody old-world glamor quite like the Taj Mahal Palace. Located in south Mumbai, the 285-room palace is the epitome of grandeur. There’s the luxurious Arabian Sea-view rooms, gold fabrics, grand chandeliers, fine-dining restaurants, a harborside bar and sky-high ceilings.”
“The grande dame of Mumbai is one of the world’s most iconic hotels and has hosted a roster of presidents and royalty. Sweeping arches, staircases and domes, and a glorious garden and pool ensure an unforgettable stay.”
“Cosseting guests in old-fashioned grandeur, Mumbai’s most iconic hotel is much loved by its well-heeled and glossy locals. Generations have celebrated life’s milestones here, making this more than just the city’s best luxury hotel, but part of its beating heart.”
What guests liked
- Beautiful hotel
- Friendly staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
Walking into the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai feels like stepping into a living piece of history. The kind of place that oozes grandeur and old-world charm. Perched right beside the iconic Gateway of India, its facade mixes Moorish domes, Renaissance influences, and Rajput-style flair in a way that’s totally regal but never pretentious.
Since its opening way back in 1903, it’s hosted some of the world’s biggest names, think royalty, dignitaries, and cultural icons, all while holding onto that uniquely Indian hospitality that makes you feel equally spoiled and at home.
Inside, the place is just as lush. There are nine incredible restaurants, a spa (the J Wellness Circle), and lounges tucked into every elegant nook. You’ll find butler service, cozy period-art details, and even lush gardens, all wrapped up in warm, welcoming service that’s totally signature Taj.
The hotel’s legacy is deep: over the years it’s survived major events (yes, even the 2008 Mumbai attacks) and has kept evolving, recently becoming more sustainable too.
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Recent guest reviews
28 October 2025
Exceptional
Great
28 October 2025
From our experiences in North America, Central America, The Caribbean, South America, Europe, Africa and The Middle East
Hospitality, Staff, Decor, Restaurants, Attention to detail, room sizes, views of the harbor, kindness towards children and overall ambience.
Not much here to say
28 October 2025
Exceptional - very accommodating staff
It was absolutely beautiful and had everything I could ever think of. Every single member of staff I spoke to was warm and welcoming and couldn’t do enough for you
Wish I could have stayed longer
28 October 2025
Exceptional
Excellent
Excellent
28 October 2025
The most iconic Hotel in Mumbai!
Historic Hotel with astonishing architecture. Very friendly and accommodating staff and excellent facilities. The Tata family’s vision has been achieved!
28 October 2025
Amazing experience at The Taj - would 100% recommend
It was the most amazing hotel I have ever stayed it. Everything was five star quality - from entering the lobby, the friendly and courteous staff, the high quality rooms, the location, the restaurants and bars and the service you would expect from being a guest at The Taj.
Nothing to note but there’s a lot walking to do to get to the rooms, given its grand scale and size - good for getting your steps in! Everything was great!
28 October 2025
Exceptional
Everything
Morning breakfast que
25 October 2025
The best hotel I haveever stayed at
Everything
Nothing
25 October 2025
An unforgettable stay at The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
The Taj Mahal Palace is truly one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in. The facilities are incredible, and the staff are amazing — so kind, attentive, and always ready to help with anything we needed. You can really feel that this is a real hotel, with a unique charm and elegance that’s hard to find anywhere else. Our room was beautiful, spacious, and offered a stunning view. The breakfast was another highlight — so much variety and everything absolutely delicious. We loved every moment of our stay and can’t wait to come back to Mumbai just to stay at the Taj Mahal Palace again.
19 October 2025
Exllent
Very good
Everything it’s ok
18 October 2025
We will be back!!!
Service was exceptional Hotel smells of jasmine when you walk in. Restaurants and bars incredible. First 5 star hotel in India. Highly recommend!
Location to many attractions …in Mumbai even though you are going 10 miles to other dude it will take 1.5 hours with traffic. After a couple days we ventured out during day but stayed in for evening. Which was fine! The bars and restaurants are top tier!!
17 October 2025
Unique and warm experience
Unique experience in a uniquely located and historic premises. Spotless, beautiful and luxurious. Fantastic restaurants and pool area. But what made our stay truly wonderful was the hospitality and kindness of all the staff. Thank you! Namaste.
14 October 2025
Luxury experience in a great area of the city
Incredible property, in an amazing location - we had an excellent breakfast overlooking the gateway of India after a sunrise swim. The rooms are beautifully furnished, very clean and with all amenities you need. The staff anticipate everything you need and are very welcoming & professional. Lots of dining options which the staff helped us to book. We had a very short stay overnight, so would recommend maximising time there to make the most of exploring everything on offer.
9 October 2025
vaery nice place and all staff are with excellent custoumar servic Thank you Mr Mokeesh he is vaery help full and loyal
Every thing excellent : The Hotel - the location - all the staff - all rooms very clean …etc
NIL
9 October 2025
Dream come true
Staff very courteous
Location
8 October 2025
Taj Mahal Palace
The whole experience is exceptional from start to finish. The minute you enter the hotel you are made to feel so welcome. Rashib was at the front desk and was amazing with us, nothing was too much trouble. Rashib even added extra touches to our room to make us feel at home. I didn't want to leave
7 October 2025
Exceptional
Excellent Staff. Especially at the time of check-in.
Too many people!!!
6 October 2025
Fantastic hotel with very attentive and friendly staff
Fantastic architecture and a great location
Nothing
5 October 2025
The best hotel in Mumbai
The best hotel in Mumbai The way staff treat you you will not forget it ever
Nothing
5 October 2025
Very comfortable and relaxing
Great breakfast Lower rate because day 2 eggs were served cold Wrong order received for guest no. 2
Good attention to detail
4 October 2025
A luxurious stay in a beautiful piece of Indian history, with wonderful attentive survice to match the luxury of the hot
Historic, beautiful, fabulous location.
There is not much to dislike.
2 October 2025
Exceptional
Iconic hotel, we stayed in main building, not tower . Like the imperial in delhi a piece of art and history, a must visit for us
30 September 2025
Very good
Location
A bit slow in getting things done
29 September 2025
Nice ambiance
The heritage
Mouldy smell
27 September 2025
Excellent
Personalised service. Dedicated staff
26 September 2025
Exceptional
Every thing
Nothing
24 September 2025
Stay is amazing
The check in is very slow
22 September 2025
Excellent service nice lobby
Every thing
Nothing
21 September 2025
Exceptional
Everything about it
nothing
19 September 2025
Altogether awesome
Awesome
The location
18 September 2025
okay, okay.
I think the staff needs better etiquettes, both during check-in and checkout. We had to wait. They are more inclined to serve foreign nationals than Indians. there was problem in finding the table for breakfast.
16 September 2025
An Unforgettable Stay at Taj Mahal Palace
Staying at the Taj Mahal Palace - the experience exceeded all expectations. The room size was excellent and the designer furniture was lovely. The mattress was very comfortable. The room was immaculate, complete with all the necessary accessories. The hotel’s facilities reflect exceptional quality. We enjoyed the serene pool, the rejuvenating yoga sessions, and the traditional kadha served afterwards – a thoughtful and authentic touch. Dining at Loya was remarkable, offering authentic Indian cuisine that was distinct from typical menus, while Golden Dragon delighted us with exquisite flavours and impeccable presentation. The complimentary historical tour was both informative and engaging, and the breakfast buffet provided an excellent start to each day with its wide variety of fresh offerings. We highly recommend Taj Palace not only for its luxury and hospitality but also as an ideal venue for special celebrations. The team’s professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail reflect the true spirit of Taj. This stay created lasting memories for our family, and we extend our sincere gratitude to the staff for making it extraordinary.
14 September 2025
Non
View inside and breakfast
Staff looking ugly face non of them friendly the must change all old stall bcuz they don’t have kind and respect they people
14 September 2025
We really loved our stay
The whole experience was nice. We especially loved the heritage tour by Mr Percy who took us through the history of Bombay and Taj.
The breakfast was not as good as we expected
12 September 2025
Want to feel like a queen/king at least for a night? Stay here
There is nothing you cannot like here. Everything is perfection. The best hotel experience we ever had. You cannot miss it. Room, stuff, breakfast -level 100
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11 September 2025
Romantic escape in Bombay
We loved the majesty, charm and history of this hotel. The room was spacious, furnished and decorated with taste, with a beautiful view on the Gateway of India. The garden and the swimming pool were gorgeous too. The staff was caring and helpful and the breakfast, high tea and cocktail were delicious moments.
The staff was a little slow with our luggages and they didn't allow us to carry our speaker in the room for the quietness of the hotel. Yet the TV are equipped with soundbars and we could hear our neighbour watching the news. Nothing too bad but not very fair either.
10 September 2025
Nice experience to stay in more than 103 year old Indian hotel.
Historical tour of the hotel
Swimming pool location
10 September 2025
Best Service best stay. the best
Everything about the property the staff the amenities every request we had they made sure we got it. We even requested for ice for ice bath and we got 80 kg of ice within 10 mins I’ve stayed at multiple 5star hotels but no one can match Taj Mumbai’s service. They really know the meaning of above and beyond Special mention to Austin from front desk and Mandeep and Tejaj from Inroom dining. Kudos to the team If ever in Mumbai stay at The Taj
Nothing everything was great
8 September 2025
Exceptional
The check out 12 if it was 2 pm it’ll be better
8 September 2025
Exceptional
The Taj Mahal Palace is simply the best hotel. We had a perfect stay! Thank you very much for this unique experience!
Nothing
8 September 2025
Yusuf South Africa 🌍
Have stayed at the taj palace and Towers previously. Everytime my experiences have been super positive. This time I would like to do a shout out to special people at the Shamiana restaurant, Raju, Nikita and Pujan, these people are special, always willing to go the extra mile . Nidhi at the tower, we will not forget the upgrade. That was out highlight of this trip. Thank you Not forgetting all of the other staff who showed their Indian hospitality always with a smile. And finally duty manager Mr Mayank Sood who came to wish us goodbye on checkout..thank you
I would say the rooms at the palace are due for an upgrade
8 September 2025
Very good
The location
7 September 2025
Enjoyable stay with friendly hospitality.
Very happy with the hotel tour, knowing lots of history about this magnificent hotel.
7 September 2025
Recommend
Everything was great 👍🏻
4 September 2025
The flagship Taj hotel, a historical and architectural marvel oozing style and elegance, with sublime service and comfor
Stunning architecture. Luxurious sea facing room. Outstanding service. Superb restaurants serving food to dire for. History—since 1903. A pioneer for many things—the first bar, for instance.
Nothing in particular. Perhaps Taj should promote the local Mumbai/Maharashtra cuisine in its breakfast menu (no vada pav/bhel/missel/pav bhaji)
3 September 2025
Superb, exceptional
The staff were very courteous, polite and very helpful. Kiran in the breakfast lounge was exceptional. Shubham, the duty manager was calm, and constructive during and after our stay.
The weather could have been kinder.
28 August 2025
Royal stay
Welcoming staff and helpful
The history and the glory of the past
27 August 2025
Excellent stay with so much history and monumental knowledge!
Beautiful inspiring building!
My socket didn’t work on 1 side of the room to use my hair straighteners so had to use my phone as my mirror
26 August 2025
Fabulous
Everything
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Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Packed lunches
- - Car hire
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Minimarket on site
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Bowling (additional charge)
- - Hammam (additional charge)
- - Evening entertainment
- - Public Bath (additional charge)
- - Beauty Services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Make up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Hair cut
- - Hair colouring
- - Hair styling
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Body wrap
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Foot bath
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Fitness classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Temporary art galleries (additional charge)
- - Stand-up comedy (additional charge)
- - Movie nights (additional charge)
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Themed dinner nights (additional charge)
- - Happy hour (additional charge)
- - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance
- - Live sport events (broadcast) (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - BBQ facilities (additional charge)
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Street parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
Pool and wellness
- - Pool bar
- - Shallow end
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers

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29 October 2025
Exceptional