The Taj Group Launches a Gateway Hotel in Vijayawada
Extends its presence in Andhra Pradesh with fifth hotel in the state

Vijayawada, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces, today unveiled a new Gateway Hotel at Vijayawada. Conveniently located on MG Road, the Hotel is easily accessible from the railway station and the airport. Extremely stylish and modern, The Gateway Hotel, MG Road, Vijayawada is clearly the best option in the city for the business traveler. The hotel offers the largest room size in the city and combines the full suite of contemporary facilities to make every customers stay a refreshingly enjoyable experience.
Announcing the launch of The Gateway Hotel, MG Road, Vijayawada, Mr. Jamshed Daboo, Chief Operating Officer, Taj Business Hotels said, “A key component of our domestic growth strategy is to tap prominent economic, commercial and industrial centers. Vijayawada fits well into this strategy as it is a hub of commercial activity across critical industry sectors. Further, this regional hub is also a convenient location from where further travel can be planned. Keeping these aspects in mind, The Gateway Hotel brings world class hospitality to the city.”
Sri. Mallineni Rajaiah, Chairman of Vijay Agro Products is the chief promoter of the project. The group has interests in refining & extraction, agricultural products, power & has now diversified into hospitality. Sri Rajaiah is currently the President of the Andhra Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Vijayawada as well as the AP Solvent Extractors Association.
The Gateway Hotel, Vijayawada is the tallest structure in the city and offers its guests 108 rooms including 12 suites with the most up-to-date facilities and amenities. All rooms feature modern amenities such as LCD TV’s, shower cubicles, electronic safes, tea and coffee makers and mini bars.
For its Business clientele, the hotel makes available a 24-hour Business Centre, wireless (wi-fi) connectivity throughout the hotel, travel desk and a Board Room. For their recreation and well being, the hotel has a roof top swimming pool, Health Club and a saloon.
The hotel offers 16000 sq.ft of conference and banqueting space including the Grand Central, the largest pillar-less banquet hall in the city. Other spaces such as The Deck and The Summit along with other smaller venues make the Gateway Hotel the ideal venue for business meetings, events, social functions and marriages.
The hotel also offers international dining options, be it JADE, the city’s first authentic Chinese restaurant & STIR the all day dining restaurant that serves a multi-cuisine menu featuring Indian and Continental cuisines. G Bar, the stylish bar offers various exotic wines, spirits and liqueurs and Sugar & Spice, the bake shop and deli offers a wide variety of delicacies.
Most importantly, The Gateway Hotel, Vijayawada continues the fine tradition of Taj Hotels in offering its special blend of warm and consistent service.
About Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces | Established in 1903, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is one of Asia’s largest and finest groups of hotels, comprising 59 hotels in 41 locations across India with an additional 18 international hotels in Australia, Maldives, Mauritius, Malaysia, UK, USA, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Africa and the Middle East. From world-renowned landmarks to modern business hotels, idyllic beach resorts to authentic Rajput palaces, each Taj hotel offers an unrivalled fusion of warm hospitality, world-class service and modern luxury. The Taj, a symbol of Indian hospitality, has recently completed the centenary of its landmark hotel, The Taj Mahal Palace and Tower, Mumbai. Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is part of the Tata Group, India’s premier business house.