Vadodara is the cultural capital of Gujarat, rich amalgam of various cultures held together by the heritage of the erstwhile royal state of the Gaekwads. Along with automobile, engineering, chemical and other industries. The TAJ RESIDENCY Vadodara offers 86 well-appointed guestrooms including 16 Residency rooms and 6 suites. We have 5 banqueting facilities comprising "Tropicana" - the largest convention centre in Gujarat. This offers an array of fully equipped and versatile conference and banquet rooms accommodating up to 1000 guests. Tropicana lawns cater for occasions up to 2000 guests. Our 24-hour Coffee Shop - Le Bistro serves the cuisine of the world. Vadodara means the village near the Banyan Trees. It could very well be called the city of palaces and museums. The Gaekwads, the royal family ruled Vadodara for centuries. The history begins somewhere in the mid-pleistoscene period. A town ship of Ankotakka, now called Akota, developed on the right bank of river Vishwamitri during the rule of Guptas & Vallabhis. Today the city is situated on both the banks of Vishwamitri and witnessed great flourishing and especially bloomed under Maharaja Sayajirao's farsighted policies. Taj Residency Vadodara is the first hotel of the new millennium in Vadodara & the country, setting standards by its distinctive and personalized service. Located 9 kms from the airport and 2 kms from the Railway station, the six story building is situated 1 Km from the central business district Of Akota road near Akota Gardens. All 86 well appointed rooms overlook the lush green belt that is part of the palace gardens. Vadodara is also home to Taj Residency, which has the largest banqueting/convention centre in Gujarat. Principal Airport:''Vadodara Airport BDQ 9 km south