Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur

If you are planning to travel to Rajasthan, Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur is one of the best hotels in Rajasthan. Umaid Singh's Palace at Jodhpur is one of the largest and grandest private residences in the world. Built between 1929 and 1942 the Umaid Bhawan Palace is a splendid example of the Indo-Colonial and the art-deco style of the thirties. Now a part of Welcomgroup, the Palace recreates for you a unique experience of princely lifestyle.

Hotel Specifications

Accommodation

There is a choice of 94 rooms and suites. Each room appointed with the furniture originally created for the Palace. Surpassing the splendor of the other guest rooms are the Regal Suites - originally used by Maharaja Umaid Singh and his Maharani. In the foyer leading to these suites is a musical fountain made entirely of English Crystal. Some of the old retainers of the royal household are still there to serve the needs of present day guests with the gracious hospitality that has always been a unique hallmark of the Palace.

Dining

Enjoy the sumptuous buffet laid out daily for lunch and dinner at the Marwar Hall, with a wide choice of Indian, Continental and Rajasthani specialties. As an alternative, there is Risala, the a la carte restaurant.

The lovely colonnaded verandah, The Pillars is a perfect setting for a leisurely drink and snacks, to enjoy the wintery sun during the day or watch it set at dusk. And as twilight falls and peacocks stalk across the back lawns it is time for a drink at the Trophy Bar.

For groups, there are the specially arranged theme parties with the folk music of the desert on the ramparts of the Mehrangarh Fort or the 'flaming torch' dinner on the illuminated lawns of the Palace, which give you an unforgettable experience.

In winter, theme dinners are often organized in the Dal Badal, 100-year old intricately designed hunting tent, which is set up in the Palace.

Conference and Banquet facilities

There are two fabulous banquet rooms namely the Marwar Hall and the Rathore Durbar.

Recreation and Health facilities

All the leisure facilities of the Palace are open to guests. Play a vigorous game or two of squash, tennis or badminton. Work out at the well-equipped Health Club, and after a swim in The Zodiac, the underground swimming pool, relax on the sun-drenched lawns. Or try your hand at billiards or croquet. Visit the private museum with its collection of antiques or ramble in the immense 15-acre landscaped gardens.