IHCL Wins Multiple Honours at Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards 2026

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has received multiple accolades at the prestigious Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards 2026, with its iconic hotels and hospitality offerings recognised across categories.

Major Recognition
- Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) received multiple accolades at the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards 2026. Several Taj hotels, wellness offerings, restaurants, and hospitality brands were recognized across key categories.

Top Hotel Awards
- Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur: Ranked No. 1 Favourite Indian Leisure Hotel. Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad: Ranked No. 1 Favourite Indian Hotel for Design. Rambagh Palace, Jaipur: Ranked No. 1 Favourite Indian Heritage Hotel. The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai: Recognized among the Favourite Indian Hotels for Service. Taj Mahal, New Delhi: Honoured as a Favourite Indian Business Hotel.

Leisure & Wildlife Excellence
- Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa recognized among India's favourite leisure hotels. Taj Corbett Resort & Spa, Uttarakhand recognized as a leading safari lodge destination.

Wellness Awards
- J Wellness Circle at Rambagh Palace, Jaipur named Favourite Spa in an Indian Hotel. Atmantan Wellness Centre recognized among India's leading destination wellness retreats.

Culinary Recognition
- Loya at Taj Palace, New Delhi awarded Favourite Restaurant in an Indian Hotel. Recognition highlights the restaurant's celebration of India's rich culinary heritage and regional flavours.

Private Villa & Experiential Travel
- amã Stays & Trails recognized as India's Favourite Private Villa Rental Platform. Portfolio includes: 400+ villas and bungalows Across 50+ destinations Offers immersive experiences focused on local culture, heritage, cuisine, and personalized hospitality.

Loyalty Programme Recognition
- Taj InnerCircle NeuPass acknowledged among India's leading hospitality loyalty programmes. Recognition reflects its ability to deliver rewarding and memorable guest experiences.

Why It Matters
- The awards reinforce IHCL's leadership across luxury hospitality, heritage tourism, wellness, dining, private stays, and guest loyalty experiences. Strong performance by Taj's iconic palace hotels highlights the enduring appeal of India's heritage hospitality offerings.