Over looking the Meenakshi Temple on a small green landscaped hillock, rests the colonial buildings of the Hotel Taj Gateway (formerly Taj Garden Retreat), amidst green tranquil gardens, the only beautiful place to unwind and relax in Madurai. Recreation includes a swimming pool, tennis, badminton, and darts. Facilities include 50 rooms, doctor on call, 24-hour Internet, fax, international direct dialing, multi-cuisine restaurants, 2 meeting rooms, 24-hour room service, safe deposit locker, laundry service, currency exchange, travel assistance, car hire service, and tourist guide on request.