Taj Usha Kiran Palace, Gwalior
26.203923, 78.166563Overview
5-star heritage palace hotel on a nine-acre estate near Gwalior Fort
Accommodations & Grounds
Taj Usha Kiran Palace offers 40 spacious air-conditioned rooms and luxury villas with private plunge pools, spread across a nine-acre landscaped estate. The property includes two outdoor swimming pools, one of which is the spectacular Navtal Swimming Pool with a child pool and lounging deck. Guests staying in the pool-facing luxury tents enjoy a glamping experience complete with private decks overlooking the main pool.
Dining & Bars
The all-day diner Silver Saloon serves closely guarded royal Maratha delicacies, robust regional dishes, and global cuisine. Bada Bar offers a refined selection of wine and liqueurs, with a secret private spot tucked within its retro-luxe interiors. Outdoor dining on manicured lawns features live Indian classical music and sitar performances during meals.
Wellness & Spa
Jiva Spa at Usha Kiran Palace is the only spa in the region that accompanies treatments with live Indian classical music serenades. The spa offers ancient Indian wellness therapies, including body scrubs, wraps, facials, and massage packages. Guests also have access to a well-equipped fitness center, yoga classes, spa lounge, and foot baths.
Activities & Experiences
A ceremonial horse-drawn carriage welcome greets guests upon arrival, following the same tradition used for past royalty and dignitaries. The hotel historian conducts guided heritage walks through the palace, revealing the century-old elevator by Marryat & Scott Ltd, vintage letter boxes, and tales of the Scindia dynasty. Evening entertainment includes live music, themed dinner nights, cooking classes, and walking tours of local culture.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Taj Usha Kiran Palace is situated adjacent to Jai Vilas Palace and overlooks Gwalior Fort, one of India's most historic fortresses. The nearby Gujari Mahal Palace houses an archaeological museum within the fort complex. Complimentary shuttle service and airport drop-off/pick-up are available, and the hotel offers valet parking and electric vehicle charging stations.
- Accommodations: 40 rooms and luxury villas with private plunge pools
- Dining: Silver Saloon and Bada Bar with royal Maratha cuisine
- Wellness: Jiva Spa with live Indian classical music during treatments
- Location: On nine-acre estate adjacent to Jai Vilas Palace, near Gwalior Fort
- Activities: Guided heritage walks, horse-drawn carriage welcome, themed dinners
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
690 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Room size:
410 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Room size:
445 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Facilities
Main facilities
Valet parking
Baggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Paid airport shuttle
Fitness center
Seasonal outdoor pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Badminton
- Pool tables
- Darts
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cribs
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Spa & wellness center
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Taj Usha Kiran Palace, Gwalior
| 💵 Lowest room price | 174 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.6 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 8.1 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Gwalior, GWL |
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