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Taj Lake Palace

Hotel Group

Taj

DESTINATION

Udaipur, India

HOTEL TYPE

Resort

LOCATION TYPE

Waterfront

WHY WE LOVE THIS HOTEL

Location: On the water is the only place to be in Udaipur and the Taj Lake Palace is right in the centre of Lake Pichola.

History: Most Taj properties have some sort of royal lineage and likewise the Taj Lake Palace started out as Jag Niwas, built as a "pleasure palace" by Maharana Jagat Singh II, 62nd successor to the royal dynasty of Mewar."

Service: Every guest is treated as royalty, with "Royal Butlers" on hand to serve 24 hours a day.

DETAILED DECRIPTION

The white marble Taj Lake Palace seems to float magically in the middle of the stunning Lake Pichola, facing the city of Udaipur against the backdrop of the Aravalli Mountains. The hotel’s 83 individually decorated rooms and suites are located in a former royal palace that is only accessible from the mainland by boat. Recently renovated and updated, the Taj Lake Palace is considered one of the most romantic hotels in the world. The Neel Kamal restaurant serves Rajasthani cuisine; the Jharokha room offers light international fare; and the open-air rooftop restaurant Bhairo has clear view of the City Palace. There is a lakeside bar and lounge with incredible views of the surrounding countryside. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, hot and cold Jacuzzis and an aerobic workout room, though no fitness center. The business center has computers and mobile phones for hire, broadband Internet access and wi-fi access. The Jiva spa offers traditional Indian spa treatments, and is available for exercise and relaxation. Taj Lake Palace is a 40-minute drive to the airport in Dabok (UDR).

Why We Love This Hotel

Location: On the water is the only place to be in Udaipur and the Taj Lake Palace is right in the centre of Lake Pichola.

Service: Every guest is treated as royalty, with "Royal Butlers" on hand to serve 24 hours a day.

Hotel Group

Taj

DESTINATION

Udaipur, India

Hotel Type

Resort

Location Type

Waterfront

Amenities

24hr room service

bar/pub

boutiques

business center

concierge

disabled facilities

fitness center

games room

meeting/conference facilities

outdoor pool

restaurant

spa

wi-fi in public areas

The interiors of Jag Niwas have all been restored in period style with antique furnishings that capture different points in history, so staying at the Taj Lake Palace is akin to travelling back in time. Each room and suite is restored in elegant heritage style creating its own distinct mood – ultimately whimsical and hopelessly romantic. Antiques, artifacts and mosaics furnish luxurious accommodations while showcasing local craftsmanship.

Grand Royal Suites

Beautifully rendered frescoes and opulent period furnishings create truly palatial accommodations in the Grand Royal Suites. Recreating the type of experience had by Udaipur's royal guests, these lavish suites were part of the palace's original design, some featuring an outdoor terrace. There are nine different Grand Royal Suites, each with a different design motif. Facilities include a plasma TV and DVD player, tea/coffee maker, bathtub and shower, robes and slippers, butler service, pillow and quilt menu, hairdryer, scales, WiFi, dual line telephone, minibar, safe, and a bathroom with toiletries by Forest Essential.

Luxury Suite

These 300 square-foot rooms provide all modern conveniences in an elegant environment. Thread count 230 linens and Ploh feather duvet ensure a sound night's sleep. Views are of the lake, courtyard, City Palace and Summer Palace. Each room includes plasma TV and DVD, tea/coffee maker, bathtub and shower, robes and slippers, butler service, pillow and quilt menu, hairdryer, scales, WiFi, dual line telephone, minibar, safe, and bathroom amenities by Forest Essential.

Palace Rooms

Offering 400 square feet of space, these rooms feature four-poster beds, high ceilings, patterned archways, floral details and views of the lake, the City Palace and the Summer Palace. Each room features a plasma TV and DVD player, tea/coffee maker, bathtub and shower, robes and slippers, butler service, pillow and quilt menu, hairdryer, scales, WiFi, dual line telephone, minibar, safe, and a bathroom stocked with amenities by Forest Essential.

Royal Suites

Light-filled and spacious, these stunning suites feature patterned archways, beautiful frescoes and stained glass windows. Offering 550-650 square feet, lake views can be enjoyed from a separate sitting area and from the bathroom. Royal suites include a daily fruit platter, turn-down chocolates, a bottle of wine and a chocolate platter. Facilities include a plasma TV and DVD player, tea/coffee maker, bathtub and shower, robes and slippers, butler service, pillow and quilt menu, hairdryer, scales, WiFi, dual line telephone, minibar, safe, and a bathroom with toiletries by Forest Essential.

The Taj Lake Palace's Jiva Spa is the recipient of multiple awards, offering a vast range of treatments inspired by traditional royal Indian therapies. The palace pool is one of the most stunning in the world, with yoga and meditation also on offer.

Experiences

There are plenty of onsite activities taking place at Taj Lake Palace – many of them drawing attention to the heritage of Udaipur and the palace itself. Guests can take a historic guided walk through the property, consult the advice of an astrologer or stroll through the Bazaar shopping arcade and browse new and antique jewelry, Kashmiri shawls and Rajasthani paintings. There's also an hour-long cultural show and shadow dance in the Jhankar Courtyard every day. Offsite, guests can book a luxury lake cruise, a city tour or a ride in a vintage car with bespoke itineraries created by the team at Taj Lake Palace.

Fitness

A 24-hour fitness centre is onsite for guests wanting to stay fit on holiday, equipped with treadmills and cross-training machines, cycles and free weights. Staff are present from 7am-9pm to assist and there is a steam room and hot and cold jacuzzis available near the swimming pool.

Jiva Spa

Drawing upon traditional Indian approaches to wellness, Jiva Spa looks deep into the mind, body and spirit to address individual needs. The healing therapies of Indian Royalty are employed here by trained professionals using only natural products in a calming environment. Holistic treatments are used to rejuvenate the spirit and reinvigorate body and mind. The spa menu is comprehensive, including signature treatments, indigenous Indian therapies, aromatherapy, massage and beauty treatments. A highlight is the Mewar Khas, a pre-bathing ritual inspired by a royal wedding-day practice. Guests can also book a spa experience on the Spa Boat.

Yoga and meditation

Calm them mind and invigorate the body with a yoga session – free for all guests. Classes take place on the Mewar Terrace with views over Pichola Lake, every morning from 7am to 8am.

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