LUXURY GETAWAYS

Top 5 Taj Gateway Properties for a Taste of Affordable Luxury

Mayank Kumar

Last updated: Feb 11, 2020

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See

Agra: Agra Fort, Jama Masjid and the Taj Mahal of course
Kochi: Beaches, Colonial churches and spice plantations
Sasan Gir: National Park, Somanth Temple, Kamleshwar Dam, Girnar Mountain

Shop

Agra: Sadar Bazaar for handicraft items, shoes and leather work, Carpets and rugs from Mughal Carpets
Kochi: Spices, tea and wooden handicrafts from the local markets
Sasan Gir: Embroidered shawls and chaklas, Bandhani dupattas and sarees

Filmy

Many scenes from the film Bunty Aur Babli were shot in Agra

Click

Perspective photography at the Taj Mahal
A timelapse video on a houseboat amidst the backwaters of Kochi, maybe?

Do

Kochi: Sail in a houseboat on the beautiful backwaters and enjoy a relaxing Ayurvedic massage
Sasan Gir: Eat Gujarati thali with kadhi and desserts like shrikhand and dudhpak, dhokla, kachori and patra

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Listen up folks, we’re busting some serious myths here today! You always thought luxury comes at a huge price. But what you might not know is that the uber-luxurious Taj Hotels also have stunning Taj Gateway properties across India, which do not burn that big a hole in your pocket. Chic and contemporary, these hotels make for tranquil and relaxing vacation destinations, also apt for quick weekend breaks—all without breaking your bank. Check’em out here:

The Taj Gateway Hotel Marine Drive Ernakulam, Cochin

The Taj Gateway Hotel Marine Drive Ernakulam, Cochin
The Taj Gateway Hotel Marine Drive Ernakulam, Cochin 


From sea view rooms and luxurious suites to as many as four dining spaces offering multiple cuisines, the hotel bundles up a good deal. Welcoming you with scenic views of the backwaters and the beautiful Cochin Harbour, The Gateway Hotel Marine Drive is not ostentatiously priced. Opt for a business gathering, leisure stays, or a celebration here—Taj Gateway Hotel Marine Drive packs quite a bouquet of immaculate services and impressive amenities.

Don’t miss: The holistic Ayurveda spa at the hotel that offers soothing, therapeutic treatments.   

Address: Shanmugham Road, Marine Drive, Ernakulam, Kerala 682011
Tariff: Rs. 6500 per night* 

Book Your Stay at The Taj Gateway Hotel, Cochin

The Taj Gateway Hotel Church Road, Coonoor

Nestled in the heart of the rolling hills of the Nilgiris, there couldn’t be a better stay option for those seeking supreme luxury at inexpensive price tags. The slight vintage vibe (owing to sloping roofs and royal interiors) of the hotel adds massively to its charm. Choose from a large variety of rooms, spend an evening at the impressive Hamton Bar, or indulge in a relaxing spa session—this one is ideal for a rejuvenating leisure stay or calming weekend breaks.

Address: Upper Coonoor, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 643101
Tariff: Rs. 9500 per night* 

Book Your Stay at The Taj Gateway Hotel, Coonoor

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The Taj Gateway Hotel Gir, Sasan Gir

The Taj Gateway Hotel Gir, Sasan Gir
The Taj Gateway Hotel Gir, Sasan Gir


Imagine revelling in supreme luxury right at the fringe of the Gir Forest, opposite Hiran River, and not burning a hole in your pocket for it too! A honeymoon, family vacay or a business trip (a team outing, maybe), the plush hotel is perched in the lap of nature, offering a serene, calm ambience for all kinds of vacations. The luxury space is home to a fitness centre, swimming pool and a spa where you can indulge yourself. Be it regional home-styled food, healthy preparations, or international cuisine, The Taj Gateway Hotel Gir Forest excels at its dining options too. So if you’re looking for some solitude and soul-pampering, away from the city snarls, head to this unique stay right away!

Address: National Park, Near Sinh Sadan, Junagadh, Sasan Gir, Gujarat 362135
Tariff: Rs. 11500 per night* 

Book Your Stay at The Taj Gateway Hotel, Gir

Read More: 4 Best Taj Palace Hotels Fit for Kings and Queens

The Taj Gateway Hotel Fatehabad Road, Agra

The Taj Gateway Hotel Fatehabad Road, Agra
The Taj Gateway Hotel Fatehabad Road, Agra


Spread over six acres, The Taj Gateway Hotel, Agra finely blurs the line between a business and leisure hotel. Rooms that offer majestic views of the Taj, dining options that bring to you authentic tastes of Agra as well as cuisines of the world, and large spaces that are ideal for special occasions—the plush hotel brings you everything at not-so-high prices. Soak yourself in the soothing massages at the spa, or unwind with live music at the sundown, the hotel is also an ideal pick for a staycation if you’re stationed in Agra.

Address: Taj Ganj, Fatehabad Road, Agra, Uttar Pradesh - 282001
Tariff: Rs. 7000 per night* 

Book Your Stay at The Taj Gateway Hotel, Agra

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