Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Boutique Hotels in India: Latest Fad in Hospitality World

The concept of boutique hotels has taken the world’s hospitality industry by storm and India is no exception. The concept saw the light of day with the opening of Morgan’s hotel by Steve Rubbell and Ian Schrager in 1984. Since then it has slowly spread its roots to various other countries. Although there is no specific definition about these hotels but in layman’s term it can be said that these are small, stylish and lifestyle hotel with a high degree of customized service.

Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur
Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur

Although in terms of services and facilities boutique hotels offer services akin to normal luxury hotels but still there are many differences which give them a unique identity. The first and the foremost feature of the boutique hotels is the strategic location which is not just determined on the basis of convenience but also by the classiness and exclusivity of the surrounding area.

Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur
Oberoi Udaivilas in Udaipur

Boutique hotels in India can be found in cities as well as exclusive destinations. Boutique hotels in Delhi are all about tasteful décor, style and personalized services. Aman Resort in New Delhi is a charming city based boutique hotel. Being located just stone throw away from some of major historic sites in Delhi, Aman Resorts juxtaposes the Mughal era and modern world in perfect harmony. Although the resort has been designed in accordance with the modern trends, the shades of ethnicity are apparent in hand-made rugs and jaali screens.

The Imperial Hotel, Delhi
The Imprerial in New Delhi

On the other hand, boutique hotels at alternate destinations are designed with a view to acquaint guests with the local lifestyle without compromising on the luxury factor. These hotels combine the traditional architecture with the comforts and luxury of modern world. Cozily nestled on the pristine Arossim beach and set on the 45 acres of landscaped gardens, Park Hyatt resort and Spa replicates the elegance and architectural character of Goan heritage homes. Similarly Devigarh in Udaipur Rajasthan is an acclaimed boutique hotel renowned for its inspiring architecture, refined interiors and minimalistic style.

Samode Palace in Jaipur
Samode Palace in Jaipur

Indian Boutique hotels are very trendy when it comes to state of the art amenities. Standard amenities that most of the boutique hotels are housed with include Wi-Fi internet connectivity, LCD television with remote controls, dialer phones, DVD players in rooms and multi-plug sockets. Even bathrooms are no less in furnishings and fittings and come equipped with Jacuzzi bathtubs, rain showers and electronic shaver.

Leela Palace, Mumbai
Leela Palace in Mumbai

The dining at boutique hotel is an artistic opportunity for the guests in terms of meticulously designed venue and food menu. The fusion and innovation of cuisines is often seen in the restaurants of these hotels.

Tableware’s on which food is served comprises of fine bone china plates and crystal glasses. Restaurants at such hotels are found on the rooftop, nearby poolside or even inside the premises to provide different experiences for the three time meal. Moreover these hotels are the perfect base for those who want to spend their honeymoon in a secluded place laced with best of modern facilities.

Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra
Oberoi Amarvilas in Agra

Be it about sunbathing at exotic beach destinations, business seminar in the heart of a metropolitan city or a beautiful beginning of a married life, these boutique hotels with their state of the art amenities, personalized services and secluded locations allows guests to spend their vacations in the lap of luxury hotels in India.

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4 comments:

  1. We knows very well that boutique hotels are luxury and expensive. I think, all that hotel that you have mention on your post is the best hotels in india. I would like to seen more and more picture of indian hotels.

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  2. Despite the luxury 5 star hotel in agra, the route has some budget hotels that offer standard hotel to visitors.

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  3. Luxury hotels in Delhi are many but the good ones are quite a few which include Jaypee group creations that facilitate you with grand accommodation, ceaseless amusement, exotic body care and scrumptious food.
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  4. Th classiness and exclusivity of the surrounding area it is lovely. Get the luxury at Copacabana Palace Hotel too.

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