In November�99 the top brass of Best Western International, Inc. USA (consisting of President & CEO and two Vice Presidents) had visited India. They see India as their key focus market with a lot of potential. Best Western is now very aggressive in its approach and had embarked on the path to becoming a leader in our region (India, South Asia and Middle East) too.

Mumbai : the capital of Maharashtra, The Gateway of India. It is one of India�s biggest and principal financial, commercial and transportation centre. The city has the country�s largest active port, handling more than 46% of India�s total foreign trade. Mumbai has also been the first choice of the private entrepreneurs. The city has a truly cosmopolitan population bustling with activity. It has a fascinating blend of cultures, so western and yet so Indian��.  a city of tinsel dreams and childhood wonders that almost come true ! 

Best Western The Emerald : Best Western The Emerald is the first Apartment Hotel duly recognised to be built in India. It is located in a prime location at Juhu, close to the domestic and international airport, thus making it the first choice of every business traveller. 

Meticulous attention to every detail, elegance and serenity are the hallmarks of The Emerald�s 52 luxuriously furnished Suites. Centrally air � conditioned, well appointed and exclusively furnished guest rooms, all provided with fully � equipped Kitchen, Mini � bar, CCTV, Direct Dialling, Electronic Safe and Round � the � clock personalised services would make you feel at �home� whilst being away from �home�. Besides the regular services like housekeeping, security and reception, other services offered include Secretarial, Travel & Tour Counter, Money Exchange, Laundry, Courier, Mail, Doctor on call etc. 

The Restaurant - cum Coffee Shop �Sapphire� offers an authentic North/South Indian, Chinese & Continental Cuisine�s. Conference room �Jade� is well equipped to carry out Business and Board � room meetings. Also available is �Topaz� the bar room. A well planned garden and land � scaped roof terrace with a panoramic view of the scenic surroundings takes care of Guest�s leisure requirements.

As part of the Best Western chain, this Best Western member will benefit from the worldwide toll-free reservations system, as well as international marketing, public relations and training services. Best Western International, Inc., has supported hoteliers with a variety of services to ensure competitive pricing, quality accommodations and a consistent dedication to guest satisfaction for more than half a century. Best Western International is the world's largest lodging brand with more than 4,200 independently owned and operated hotels across 84 countries throughout North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and the South Pacific. In 1996, Best Western celebrated its 50th Anniversary. Best Western has been awarded "Best Value for Money" hotel chain in Europe for three consecutive years.  Best  Western also  won the best award for "Hotel Chain With Best Programs for Seniors."