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An intimate hotel built over 150 years ago by a prime minister in the Jaipur court, the Samode Haveli is set within the city walls of Jaipur and is infused with history and legend. This charming hotel has been meticulously restored to combine historic and contemporary features and boasts a Moorish-style pool, Ayurvedic massage centre and uniquely designed rooms furnished with lots of antiques and artefacts. Meals are normally enjoyed in the elegant main dining hall, a charming setting embellished with hand-painted murals and enormous crystal chandeliers, while afternoon tea is served in the opulent veranda lounge, and cocktails within the poolside cabanas. The deluxe rooms and suites are all former royal apartments, which though lovingly restored, still retain a delightful old-world charm. Furnished with enchanting features like the detailed marble work and elegant mosaic floors, they also feature a number of luxurious indulgences, like the lavish oversized bathrooms and the state-of-the-art modern amenities. Some suites also feature a private balcony or courtyard, which overlook idyllic views of the haveli's historic pool and gardens.
One of the leading heritage hotels in Rajasthan, the prestigious Taj Rambagh Palace showcases luxurious interiors embellished with antiques, marbled corridors and stunning gardens destined to transport you to the time and elegance of the Maharajas. There’s plenty to keep you entertained here, too; its fantastic facilities include a mini-golf course, table tennis room, croquet lawn and yoga pavilion. There’s also a jogging track and two swimming pools. Indulge in a fusion of traditional and contemporary Indian treatments at the Jiva Grande Spa – an idyllic place to unwind after a thrilling day exploring the ‘pink city’. Choose from its fantastic multi-cuisine restaurants; wake to a delicious breakfast at all-day restaurant Rajput Room and taste classic Indian dishes in a renaissance-style setting at Suvarna Mahal. The hotel also has a café where you can tuck into afternoon tea on the verandah. Steam is a vibrant bar which is actually a restored steam engine and station, and you can choose a signature cocktail or rare single malt in the glamorous Polo Bar. The rooms and suites at the Taj Rambagh are styled in rich colours and textures, giving them an opulent and authentic Indian feel. Choose one of its two presidential suites for a slice of contemporary decadence and panoramic views – relax in your marble Jacuzzi or take advantage of its 24-hour personalised butler service.
In the heart of downtown Jaipur, close to the main shopping district and many historical sites, the Jai Mahal Palace is a step above your average heritage hotel. Preserving the regal customs of Rajasthan’s heyday, you’ll feel like royalty with the staff’s exceptional service and the hotel's opulent setting and surroundings. Built in 1745, the beautifully restored Jai Mahal Palace is set in over 18 acres of stunning Mughal gardens. Wander around and discover unique features to the estate, like the giant outdoor chessboard and the vintage cars by the palace’s entrance. A number of restaurants at the hotel ensure there are a range of flavours and cuisines for you to try during your stay. Delicious regional fare can be enjoyed at Cinnamon, the hotel's sumptuous pan-Indian restaurant, while Giardino is the hotel's contemporary Italian restaurant set in a charming open-air courtyard beside the hotel pool. After-dinner drinks can be enjoyed at the trendy Marigold Bar, an ambient lounge that houses a premium selection of wines, cocktails and beverages.
Recreating the romance and grandeur of Rajasthan and encircled by landscaped gardens and scattered pools, The Oberoi Rajvilas is a picture-perfect retreat. First-class luxury is effortlessly blended with Oberoi’s exceptionally high standards of service, making it one of the most sought-after hotels in the world. Built around a 300-year-old Shiva temple, the resort is also a wonderfully peaceful place for the spiritually minded to enjoy some meditation or yoga. Slip into the beautiful pool for some gentle reflection and relax at the spa with treatments designed to eke out every ounce of tension from your body. There is also a fitness centre, two tennis courts and a five-hole pitch and putt golf course. Feast on exceptional Indian and international cuisine at the hotel‘s two restaurants. Raj Mahal offers authentic dishes from across the country – there's also a Tandoor bar where guests can participate in making Indian breads and kebabs. Surya Mahal offers intimate meals and evenings of traditional music and dance beneath a romantic blanket of stars, while the Rajwada Library Bar provides an intimate setting to enjoy cocktails and fine wines. The rooms and luxury tents come with flat-screen television, minibar, walk-in closet and butler service. Premier Rooms have four-poster beds and stunning sunken marble baths overlooking a private walled garden, whilst the Luxury Tents, which are available on request, have teak floors, private garden and colonial style claw-foot baths.
Located near the Chandpole gate, one of the entrances to the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, Dera Mandawa is a charmingly fresh and unique hotel. Drawing heavily on its family heritage background – the owner is the great grandson of the original owner – the hotel has been developed as a home-stay property, which aims to provide guests with an authentic cultural experience during their stay. For those interested in cultural jaunts, the hotel offers cycle rickshaws or day taxis for keen sightseers, and also hosts gala evenings where guests can try their hand at turban tying or enjoy a family-run cookery course. As a home-stay property, meals are enjoyed alongside the Singh family in the property's small dining lounge or courtyard. Breakfast is inclusive, while lunch and dinner are available on advance request from a set menu of home-cooked Indian and Rajasthani cuisine. The home-stay nature is an enriching experience, but for more variety it's just a short stroll into Jaipur where there is a lovely selection of local restaurants nearby. The property has eleven guest suites, situated on two levels and all facing towards the central courtyard. Suites are large, comfortable and spacious, and are all wonderfully decorated with a traditional Indian influence and style.
Samode Haveli, Jaipur
Taj Rambagh Palace
Jai Mahal Palace
The Oberoi Rajvilas
Dera Mandawa
