Heritage Hotels

JAIPUR REGION

• Narayan Niwas Palace

  A palatial residence built in the 19^th century. Large rooms with furniture dating back to he east India company days it is very popular with tourists and has been a hotel for several years.

• Samod Haveli

  A huge haveli with some exotic murals and period furniture. It is located in the city.

• Mandawa House

  Converted into a hotel recently, this is a fairly new haveli located just outside the walled city.

• Ramgarh Lodge

  Managed by one of the leading hoteliers of India,the lodge is located 30 km from Jaipur and overlooks the Ramgarh lake. An interesting place for a quiet weekend.

• Rajmahal Palace Hotel

  A grand palace built in 1729,it has sprawling lawns,a swimming pool and a peaceful air about it. Ideal for relaxing on the lawns and watching peacocks.

• Hotel Sariska Palace

  Built originally as a hunting lodge by the Maharaja of Alwar in the late 19^th century,this is a majestic palace located just outside the Sariska National Park.

• Siliserh Palace

  Run by the RTDC,there are very few palaces in Rajasthan which can match the charm of this tiny palace. Nestling in a lush green valley overlooking a serene lake,Siliserh is an unbelievable little resort.

• Fort Neemrana

  Close to Delhi,this 17^th century for has been recently resorted and offers the tourist a delightful glimpse into history.

SHEKHAWATI REGION

Almost every little village in Shekhwati is rich in painted havelis. These are all located in villages and provide an insight into the rustic way of life. These includes :

• SAMOD PALACE

• CASTLE MANDAWA

• NAWALGARH

• DERA DUNDLOD

• ROOP NIWAS PALACE

MARWAR REGION

• Royal Castle Khimsar

  Built by the founder of Jodhpur, Rao Jodha, in the 15^th century,this is now run by a professional hotel group. Special tours are arranged to familiarise the guests with the village.

• Rohet Garh

  Well maintained and located in arid surroundings, Rohet Garh still contains some old Persian carpets and chandeliers in good condition.

• Ajit Bhawan

  A palatial mansion and a very interesting village complex, in Jodhpur. This has been extremely popular with the tourists for several years now.

MEWAR REGION

• Shiv Niwas Palace

  Run by the erstwhile ruler of Udaipur and providing all the five-star facilities,this is one of the grandest and most exotic palaces in Udaipur.

  Udaivilas Palace,Dungarpur

  A fairly recent entrant to the heritage hotel chain ,this is an impressive palace overlooking a lake.

Some other interesting hotels in this chain are :

• Swai Madhopur Lodge in Sawai Madhopur

• Jhoomar Baodi in Sawai Madhopur

• Bhanwar Vilas in Karauli

• Golbagh Palace in Bharatpur

• Lalgarh Palace in Bikaner

• Brijraj Bhawan

• Umaid Bhawan Palace in Kota

• Govindgarh fort near Pushkar.

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