Set in the restored 1894 palace of the Nizam of Hyderabad, this opulent hotel is 2 km from Falaknuma train station and 4 km from the landmark 16th-century Charminar mosque. The elegant rooms feature Colonial-style furniture and marble floors, plus flat-screens, DVD players and free Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms have canopy beds; stately suites add separate sitting and/or dining areas. Room service is offered 24/7. There are 2 upscale restaurants, 1 of which serves Italian and Mediterranean dishes, as well as a terrace that offers afternoon tea, and a hookah lounge. Other amenities include a spa, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.