Taj hotels at Bangalore sweep National Tourism awards
March 1, 2008

Taj West End awarded best eco- friendly hotel; Taj Residency best 5-star hotel; Gateway hotel on Residency Road best 4-star hotel

Three Taj hotels at Bangalore have each won the most coveted awards in the travel and tourism industry in India, awarded in various categories by the National Tourism Ministry at a glittering ceremony held in Delhi. External Affairs minister Pranab Mukherjee gave away the awards and minister of Tourism and Culture Ambika Soni presided over the function.

The awards are:

Best eco-friendly hotel award — The Taj West End
The Taj West End was awarded the best eco-friendly hotel by the department of tourism for its commitment towards being environmentally responsible. The award proves the success of the vision at the Taj West End to integrate environment management in all its business areas. The title of Best Eco-Friendly hotel is awarded to the hotel that is the most consistent in maintaining and implementing the best environment practices in the hotel and is presented on the basis of energy and water conservation, waste management, and control methods for air, water and light as well as sewer treatment.

Best 5-star hotel award — Taj Residency
Taj Residency was awarded the best hotel in the five-star category, being the highest foreign exchange earner in the country with the maximum number of tourist arrivals. Its classy interiors and contemporary styling, superior business connectivity and overall convenience provide exceptional value to business travellers.

Best 4-star hotel award — Gateway Hotel on Residency Road
Gateway hotel on Residency Road was awarded the best hotel in the four star category. The hotel offers remarkable value in its cuisine, service, rooms and facilities in an experience of traditional warm hospitality.

The national tourism award is given out to various hotels based on their management, operations and hospitality skills. The awards serve to acknowledge exceptional performance and contribution to promoting India as a tourist destination and reinforce the commitment standards of the Taj to give guests the very best experience and services at all its properties.