A palace is a symbol of luxury and opulence anywhere you go. It lets you know that what’s inside any palace is of the highest standards available. In the case of the Taj Palace Hotel, it’s not a far stretch of the imagination when you see the five-star luxury amenities that await you in this magnificent hotel. You’ll be treated to the finest luxury available in Dubai, and the hotel spares no expense in making guests feel truly pampered.

Guest Accommodations

Two main types of guest accommodations are available at the Taj Palace, depending on your needs. The first and most common option for the short term (typically around two weeks maximum) visitor is the Luxury Guestroom, which is already very spacious in dimension and full of standard luxuries in order to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

The luxury guest room is decked out in elegant furnishings, with parquet floors similar to those found on the world’s famous museums. This is for a touch of class and sophistication. Bathrooms have five fixtures each, letting you relax in the tub or take a quick shower, whichever you decide. You can also have a private lounging time in the in-room Jacuzzi, or have a steam session in the sauna in your bathroom. It’s a level of luxury not found even in the most luxurious of hotels. Here though, it’s included as standard.

Of course, each room is air-conditioned in order to keep the temperature at just the right levels. Each room has its own private balcony, and you can keep your valuables safe when you’re out of the hotel with the in-room safety deposit box. An interactive satellite TV unit, complete with matching DVD player and equipment is there to make your coffee or tea at hand and to complete your relaxation while in the guest rooms. You’ll also never need to wait on hotel staff to finish up pressing your trousers; each room has a trouser press for your convenience. The Taj Palace is truly the best in hotel amenities.

The Service Apartments are also available as an option if you’re staying a bit longer in Dubai. This provides you with more living space, making it a better area to stay for a longer period in. You can also have your own private lobby, and a separate room for the maid. These apartments are available in variants of one, two, and three rooms.

Location

The Hotel is located within the heart of Dubai’s bustling city, and is just a few minutes away from Dubai International Airport. You can reach the hotel in just a few minutes, and there are also lots of nearby tourist attractions that are worth a look. Near Deira City Center, it’s a nice choice whether for business or leisure travel, having excellent access to major landmarks and offices for business, and tourist spots for leisure. You can also do a fair bit of shopping when you’re going into the city. This is since the malls are only a short distance away. Dubai’s World Trade Center is just ten minutes from the building by car. For a time out with your clients or just to practice your swing; the golf club at Dubai Creek is also in very close proximity to the hotel.

Dining at the Taj Palace

One note to guests at the Taj Palace: they don’t serve alcohol within the building. This is in accordance to their policies. It’s a bit of a letdown for leisure drinking, but if it’s dining you’re looking for, from casual to fine dining establishments, you can take your pick at the Taj Palace. The hotel specializes in Indian and international cuisine, and you can savor a taste when you dine at the Handi, which serves north Indian cuisine to guests in a smart casual environment. Le Rendezvous is a casual breakfast hub, with a la carte and buffet menus to satisfy your hunger when starting the day.

International cuisine is also available. This means that you can really feel transported to another country when dining at the establishments at the Taj Palace. The Sakura is a Japanese-specialty restaurant with a sushi bar, and for a taste of local fare, the Topkapi has Arabic and Turkish selections available for you. The Verdi, an Italian restaurant, lets your have the best of Italian cooking with a friendly, inviting environment.

Other Guest Services

You’ll also have a host of other services available at your disposal when staying at the Taj Palace. The hotel’s business center has a lot of equipment for your business or document needs, like computers, photocopiers, or multimedia equipment all available for rent. If you’ve brought along your own laptop though, the hotel has wireless internet available for you. The business center can also help you organize and execute a business function right from the hotel grounds, and the opulent ballroom is reminiscent of an Arabic tent in its shape.

For other services, you can avail of them to meet your needs when you inquire at the front desk. For those with families in tow, the hotel has babysitting services to keep your young ones happily entertained at the hotel while you’re out. And speaking of going out, car hire services can be availed of at the front desk and you’ll also get a shuttle service when you go to the beach or the malls. Travel and touring packages can be selected from the tour desk, and you’ll have a host of activities to choose from. Laundry and dry-cleaning is part of the room service provided by the hotel.

If you’re looking for a hotel that has it all, the Taj Palace is quite hard to beat. The rooms are the best and filled to the brim with luxuries. Furthermore, you also have the aid of their top-notch hotel staffs on call. For other available services, you can get this right away from the hotel building itself in order to complete the package. For sure, you won’t be left in wanting when you stay with the Taj Palace. It’s a formidable player in the hotel industry, and it’s easy to see why everybody finds it so good.