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These 36 Hotels in India Redefine Luxury with MICHELIN Keys 2025

MICHELIN Keys 2025 celebrates India’s elite hotels, showcasing unparalleled service, design, and immersive luxury experiences across the nation.

By Aishwarya Venkatraman

Oct 13, 2025

36 Indian Hotels Redefine Luxury with MICHELIN Keys 2025Image courtesy: Jay Wennington

In 2025, the MICHELIN Guide extended its legendary expertise beyond fine dining to recognise excellence in hotels with the launch of its first-ever Global MICHELIN Keys Selection. Of over 7,000 properties assessed worldwide, 2,457 were awarded One, Two, or Three MICHELIN Keys for outstanding service, design, and guest experience. India emerged prominently with 36 exceptional properties, establishing the nation as a formidable presence on the global luxury hospitality stage.

Three MICHELIN Keys

Two iconic properties achieved the highest distinction of Three MICHELIN Keys:

  1. Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur

  2. Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad

These palaces exemplify opulence, blending regal heritage with contemporary luxury. Every detail, from the sumptuous interiors to the attentive service, creates a stay that is both immersive and unforgettable.

Two MICHELIN Keys

Twelve hotels earned Two MICHELIN Keys for their exceptional design, service, and immersive experiences:

  1. The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

  2. Amanbagh, Alwar

  3. Suján Jawai, Bisalpur

  4. Raffles Jaipur

  5. The Leela Palace Jaipur

  6. Sitara Himalaya, Manali

  7. The Imperial New Delhi

  8. The Leela Palace New Delhi

  9. Aman i Khas, Ranthambhore

  10. Six Senses Fort Barwara, Sawai Madhopur

  11. Raffles Udaipur

  12. The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur

India emerged prominently with 36 exceptional properties, establishing the nation as a formidable presence on the global luxury hospitality stage.Image courtesy: Jon Handley

One MICHELIN Key


Twenty-two properties received One MICHELIN Key, recognised for their individuality, character, and refined hospitality:

  • The Kumaon, Almora

  • Narendra Bhawan, Bikaner

  • The Leela Palace, Chennai

  • Six Senses Vana, Dehradun

  • The Oberoi, Gurugram

  • Taj Usha Kiran Palace, Gwalior

  • Rajmahal Palace RAAS Jaipur

  • Taj Devi Ratn Resort & Spa, Jaipur

  • The Johri, Jaipur

  • The Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur

  • Villa Palladio Jaipur

  • Soho House, Mumbai

  • Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

  • Taj Mahal Tower, Mumbai

  • Taj Mahal, New Delhi

  • The Lodhi, New Delhi

  • Ran Baas The Palace, Patiala

  • Taj Rishikesh Resort & Spa, Uttarakhand

  • Suján Sher Bagh, Sawai Madhopur

  • The Oberoi Vanyavilas, Sawai Madhopur

  • RAAS Devigarh, Udaipur

  • Nadesar Palace, Varanasi

The MICHELIN Keys 2025 mark a transformative chapter for Indian hospitality. These 36 hotels set new benchmarks for service, design, and immersive experiences. They are more than destinations; they are statements of elegance, culture, and sophistication, showcasing India as a premier luxury travel destination.

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