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5-star hotels in Hyderabad
A shortlist of 5-star hotels in Hyderabad, drawn from guest ratings of 4.4 and up and from addresses across Banjara Hills, Begumpet, HITEC City, Madhapur and the airport road. It is for travellers deciding between the city's top-rated luxury addresses.
Staying in Hyderabad
Hyderabad mixes historic sites such as the Charminar and Golconda Fort with a cuisine built on biryani and haleem, and a role as a major technology hub. The climate is tropical: hot summers, a monsoon season, and cooler, drier months from October to March. The hotels on this list sit in different parts of that city. Banjara Hills and Begumpet hold Taj Krishna, Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad, Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills, ITC Kakatiya a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad, Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet and Marigold Hotel, while the technology district of HITEC City and Madhapur holds Trident Hyderabad, The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace and Avasa Hotel.
That spread decides who each hotel suits. ITC Kohenur a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad, at 2.3 km from the centre, and Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad, at 2.7 km, are the closest of the group. Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel sits at the airport, 22.0 km out, for flights rather than city sightseeing. Travellers here for work lean towards the HITEC City and Madhapur addresses; couples and short-break visitors towards Banjara Hills.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
ITC Kohenur a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad
Plot No.5 Hyderabad Knowledge City, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereOverlooking a lake in Hyderabad Knowledge City, this 5-star hotel sits 2.3 km from the centre and has drawn 30899 reviews for a 4.7 guest rating. An outdoor pool and sauna cover the downtime, while banquet space and a business centre suit guests in the city for work. Couples and families get balconies and kitchenettes, and the 24 hour front desk handles arrivals at any hour.
See ITC Kohenur a Luxury Collection Hotel HyderabadNovotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSet at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, this 5-star hotel is built for travellers with a flight to catch and anyone wanting to stay outside the city, 22 km from the centre. A fitness centre and gymnasium are on hand, along with a kids pool and family rooms for those travelling with children. With 21962 reviews and a 4.7 guest rating, it pairs airport convenience with resort-style facilities.
See Novotel Hyderabad Airport HotelTaj Falaknuma Palace
Engine Bowli Falaknuma, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA palace hotel 13.1 km from the centre, Taj Falaknuma Palace gives guests gardens, a fitness centre and a golf course within its grounds, plus a jacuzzi and karaoke. The 13321 reviews and 4.7 guest rating reflect how it is regarded. Families have rooms made for them, and the setting appeals to anyone who wants a stay that is itself part of a Hyderabad visit.
See Taj Falaknuma PalaceNovotel Hyderabad Convention Centre Hotel
Novotel & Hicc Complex, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereBeside the Novotel & Hicc Complex, this 5-star hotel places guests close to the convention centre, 5.6 km from the city centre, which makes it a practical base for conferences and events. A fitness centre and gymnasium balance long days indoors, and a games room and garden offer somewhere to unwind. It holds a 4.6 guest rating across 25939 reviews.
See Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre HotelITC Kakatiya a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad
6 3 1187 Begumpet Hyderabad, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereIn Begumpet, 5.4 km from the centre, ITC Kakatiya offers an outdoor pool, a sauna and a spa for guests who want to slow down between appointments. A fitness centre and business centre keep work and exercise within reach, and special diets are catered for. Its 4.6 guest rating comes from 19636 reviews.
See ITC Kakatiya a Luxury Collection Hotel HyderabadThe Westin Hyderabad Mindspace
Mindspace It Park Hitech City, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereInside Mindspace IT Park in Hitech City, The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace puts guests 2.8 km from the centre and within a tech hub, which suits business travellers on short trips. A fitness centre and jacuzzi handle rest and recovery, while a babysitting service and family-friendly touches help those bringing children. The 4.5 guest rating rests on 19569 reviews.
See The Westin Hyderabad MindspaceTaj Krishna
Road No 1 Banjara Hills Andhra, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOn Road No 1 in Banjara Hills, 5.0 km from the centre, Taj Krishna combines a gymnasium and fitness centre with a kids pool and garden, so families and couples both find what they need. A jacuzzi and lounges add quieter corners. It has 18731 reviews and a 4.5 guest rating.
See Taj KrishnaPark Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad
Road No. 2, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay herePark Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad occupies Road No. 2 in Banjara Hills, 2.7 km from the centre. Guests have a fitness centre, a jacuzzi and family rooms, with kitchens in some accommodation for longer stays. A business centre serves those working in the city. Across 17401 reviews it holds a 4.5 guest rating.
See Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences HyderabadTrident Hyderabad
Hitec City Near Cyber Towers Madhapur, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereNear Cyber Towers in Hitec City, this 5-star hotel is 3.4 km from the centre and aimed at guests visiting the surrounding technology district. A fitness centre, massage and jacuzzi cover relaxation, and a business centre is available for work. It holds a 4.5 guest rating from 15835 reviews.
See Trident HyderabadHyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre
Opp. Hussain Sagar Lake Tank Bund Rd, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOpposite Hussain Sagar Lake on Tank Bund Road, Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre sits 8.6 km from the centre and pairs lakefront surroundings with convention facilities. A fitness centre and gymnasium serve guests keeping to a routine, while bowling and a games room keep children occupied. The 4.4 guest rating is based on 21021 reviews.
See Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention CentreTaj Deccan
Rd Number 1 Balapur Basthi, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOn Rd Number 1 in Balapur Basthi, 5.0 km from the centre, Taj Deccan offers an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, with a garden and picnic area for time outdoors. Business travellers have a business centre and meeting space. Its 4.4 guest rating comes from 17226 reviews.
See Taj DeccanVivanta Hyderabad Begumpet
1 10 147&148 Mayuri Marg Begumpet, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereVivanta Hyderabad Begumpet on Mayuri Marg is 5.8 km from the centre and welcomes pets, which is unusual among the city's 5-star hotels. An outdoor pool and jacuzzi are available, alongside family rooms and a fitness centre. It scores 4.4 from 15784 reviews.
See Vivanta Hyderabad BegumpetAvasa Hotel
Huda Techno Enclave, Madhapur, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereIn Huda Techno Enclave, Madhapur, 3.1 km from the centre, Avasa Hotel suits guests visiting the nearby technology offices. An outdoor pool, sauna and massage cover rest, a fitness centre and business centre handle routine, and a shuttle service eases local movement. It holds a 4.4 guest rating from 14797 reviews.
See Avasa HotelMarigold Hotel
Greenlands, Begumpet, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereMarigold Hotel in Greenlands, Begumpet, 5.4 km from the centre, stands out for activities beyond the usual: aerobics, archery and badminton are all offered, with a gymnasium and fitness centre as well. Family rooms and a garden suit guests travelling with children. It scores 4.4 across 12925 reviews.
See Marigold HotelHyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills
Road 1 Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereOn Road 1 in Banjara Hills, Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills is 4.6 km from the centre and works well for guests who want a straightforward 5-star base. An outdoor pool and gymnasium are available, and family rooms plus kitchen facilities such as a microwave and oven help longer stays. It holds a 4.4 guest rating from 10441 reviews.
See Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ITC Kohenur a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 30,899 | Yes | – | Yes | 2.3 km |
| Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 21,962 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 22.0 km |
| Taj Falaknuma Palace | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 13,321 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 13.1 km |
| Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 25,939 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.6 km |
| ITC Kakatiya a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 19,636 | Yes | – | Yes | 5.4 km |
| The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 19,569 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.8 km |
| Taj Krishna | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 18,731 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.0 km |
| Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 17,401 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.7 km |
| Trident Hyderabad | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 15,835 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.4 km |
| Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 21,021 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 8.6 km |
| Taj Deccan | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 17,226 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.0 km |
| Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 15,784 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.8 km |
| Avasa Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 14,797 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.1 km |
| Marigold Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 12,925 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.4 km |
| Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 10,441 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4.6 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Closest to the centre
ITC Kohenur a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad is 2.3 km from the centre, Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad 2.7 km and The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace 2.8 km, the shortest distances in this shortlist. All three are 5-star, rated 4.7, 4.5 and 4.5, and put the city's core within easy reach.
ITC Kohenur a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad · Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad · The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace
For families
Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel, Taj Falaknuma Palace, Taj Krishna, Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre, Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet and Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills all list family rooms. Taj Krishna and Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel add a kids pool, and Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre has a games room.
Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel · Taj Falaknuma Palace · Taj Krishna · Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre · Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet · Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills
For business
Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre Hotel, The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace, Trident Hyderabad and Avasa Hotel all list a business center, and each sits in the technology and convention districts of HITEC City, Madhapur and the Novotel & Hicc Complex. Trident Hyderabad is 3.4 km from the centre, Avasa Hotel 3.1 km.
Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre Hotel · The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace · Trident Hyderabad · Avasa Hotel
Wellness and pools
ITC Kakatiya a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad lists a spa, sauna, steam room and outdoor pool. Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad, Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre, Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet and Avasa Hotel each list a fitness center and an outdoor pool for training and swimming between outings.
ITC Kakatiya a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad · Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad · Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre · Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet · Avasa Hotel
Where to stay in Hyderabad
Banjara Hills
An upscale area with many hotels, restaurants and shopping centres, convenient for both business and leisure travellers. Taj Krishna and Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills sit on Road No 1 and Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad on Road No. 2, all central addresses rated 4.5 or 4.4.
Our picks here: Taj Krishna · Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad · Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills
Begumpet
ITC Kakatiya a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad, Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet and Marigold Hotel are all addressed in Begumpet, a central district well placed between the city's sights and its business quarters. The three are rated 4.6, 4.4 and 4.4, and Vivanta accepts pets.
Our picks here: ITC Kakatiya a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad · Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet · Marigold Hotel
HITEC City
The technology district, home to major IT companies and modern hotels, ideal for business travellers. The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace and Trident Hyderabad are addressed here, with Trident Hyderabad near Cyber Towers in Madhapur, both 5-star and rated 4.5.
Our picks here: Trident Hyderabad
Madhapur
Madhapur forms part of the technology belt around HITEC City, close to corporate offices and modern hotels. Avasa Hotel, addressed in Huda Techno Enclave, Madhapur, is 3.1 km from the centre, rated 4.4 from 14,797 reviews, and lists an outdoor pool, sauna and shuttle service.
Our picks here: Avasa Hotel
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Hyderabad is served by Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, which has domestic and international flights; it is about 30 kilometres south of the city centre, and taxis and app-based cabs are available. The city is also connected by rail, with major stations including Secunderabad and Hyderabad Deccan. From Gurugram you can fly or take a train, a distance of roughly 1,500 kilometres. Within Hyderabad, the metro covers many areas, and buses and auto-rickshaws are common, with app-based taxis widely available too.
When to go
The best time to visit Hyderabad is from October to March, when the weather is cooler and drier. Summers from April to June can be very hot, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C. The monsoon season from July to September brings heavy rain and humidity. Many festivals, such as Diwali and Eid, fall in the cooler months, which suits sightseeing and days spent at the hotels' outdoor pools.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the city centre?
ITC Kohenur a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad is the closest, 2.3 km from the centre. Park Hyatt Hotel and Residences Hyderabad follows at 2.7 km and The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace at 2.8 km. Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel, at 22.0 km, is the furthest.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Three hotels share the top rating of 4.7: ITC Kohenur a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad from 30,899 reviews, Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel from 21,962 reviews and Taj Falaknuma Palace from 13,321 reviews.
Do these hotels have free parking?
Every hotel on this shortlist lists free car parking, and several also list a garage, among them The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace, Trident Hyderabad and Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills.
Which hotels are good for families?
Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel, Taj Falaknuma Palace, Taj Krishna, Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre, Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet and Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills list family rooms, and Taj Krishna and Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel add a kids pool.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet, on Mayuri Marg in Begumpet, is the one hotel on this list that lists pets allowed. It is rated 4.4 from 15,784 reviews and also has an outdoor pool.
Which hotels have a pool or a spa?
ITC Kakatiya a Luxury Collection Hotel Hyderabad lists a spa, sauna, steam room and outdoor pool. Taj Deccan, Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet, Avasa Hotel, Taj Krishna and Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills list outdoor pools.
Are there hotels near the airport?
Novotel Hyderabad Airport Hotel is addressed at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport itself, 22.0 km from the city centre. It is rated 4.7 from 21,962 reviews and lists a fitness center, gymnasium and kids pool.
When is the best time to stay in Hyderabad?
October to March is the cooler, drier stretch, and it is when festivals such as Diwali and Eid fall. April to June is very hot, often above 40°C, and July to September is the monsoon, with heavy rain and humidity.