Raj Palace Hotel
from USD 350
(£175)
per room
Exquisite palace accommodation, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Being in the centre of four main palace complexes of Jaipur (Amber, Jaigarh Fort, Nahar Garh Fort and the City Palace complex), the Raj Palace it is located at a short distance from major places of interest. A short ride away are the city’s restaurants and bazaars and yet the location is quiet and peaceful – once inside you are transported to a different world, that of the Maharaja.
The Raj Palace is a heritage hotel of the highest calibre; if you are looking for a luxurious experience with a true Indian flavour, then we are the right place for you. The immensely powerful feudal Maharajas resided in vast palaces throughout India in which every conceivable luxury was at their disposal. The grandeur and mystique of one of the royal families of Rajasthan can be seen and experienced today at the Raj Palace. Built in 1727 to be the Jaipur’s first palace it is an unrivalled specimen of the “Pink City’s” character, charm and grandeur.
Princess Jayendra Kumari converted it into an exquisite luxury hotel in 1996. Museum suites have been created giving the Raj Palace the honour of being the first palace hotel with such accommodation in India. One of the finest palace-hotels of India the property is decorated as one would expect of such an important and historical property in traditional Rajput style. The choice of many famous personages when they visit Jaipur the restored building and rooms are both traditional and stylish whilst catering to the modern travellers needs. Fine art, a huge chandelier, gardens antique furniture and more all lend a royal ambience to this finest of hotels
