Description
Grand and luxurious Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, home of the erstwhile Jodhpur royal family and currently the world’s sixth-largest private residence, is a magnificent piece of Rajasthan’s heritage. Set atop a hill amidst 26 acres of lush gardens, with dancing peacocks and a subterranean Zodiac Pool, Umaid Bhawan Palace offers exotic views of historical Blue City of Jodhpur, vast sand dunes of Thar desert and mighty Mehrangarh Fort. This grand palatial hotel is perfect place to experience luxury like the royals did.
The last of the great palaces of India, the Umaid Bhawan Palace houses a family museum and offers 70 utterly breathtaking Art Deco- style rooms and suites. Jodhpur has seen the transformation of food from traditional recipes of silk trade route through the sand dunes of Thar desert to a modern international tourist destination. Chefs at Umaid Bhawan Palace have walked with this journey of food transformation and have curated menus featuring authentic Rajasthani, Indian cuisine, European and Mediterranean delicacies. Rejuvenating signature therapies at the Jiva Grande Spa, will soothe your mind, body and soul complimented with yoga and meditation.
At Umaid Bhawan Palace, every corner has a tale to it. The Palace and the Museum hold a large private collection of the royal family, including elegant object d’art, antique clocks, murals, trophies and weapons. Visit the vintage car museum for the classic car collection of the Maharajas including the 1927 Silver Ghost Rolls Royce. Whatever may be the reason and occasion, stay at Umaid Bhawan Palace shall take you to the bygone ear of the incredible old-world opulence and Jodhpur’s gilded glory.
Hotel Facilities & Services
- Reader’s travel awards 2020 – Favorite Heritage Hotel in India
- “The 21 Most Romantic Places to stay in the world” by Conde Nast Travellers
- Rooms for specially abled guests
- All day dinning restaurant
- Indian specialty and multi-cuisine restaurants
- 24 Hours room service
- Grand royal welcome with trumpets and drums
- Yoga & Meditation
- Spa offering traditional Ayurvedic therapies
- Couple spa suites
- Temperature controlled indoor and outdoor swimming pool
- Heritage Walk through the history of the palace
- 20 minutes drive from Jodhpur airport
Know More About Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur :
Live like royalty at the luxurious palace hotel in Jodhpur, Umaid Bhawan Palace. Set amidst 26 acres of lush gardens, this magnificent Taj hotel in Jodhpur offers you 70 grand rooms and suites in the renowned Art Deco style.
Palace Room
Truly unique “Palace Rooms”, spread all across the palace having 37046 Square meters in size, are exquisitely embellished with Art Deco interiors and equipped with modern amenities. These rooms are available in King bed ( very limited twin beds ) feature charming blend of original décor from princely times and the latest conveniences.
Historical Suite 1 Bedroom
Historical suites at Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur are big in size ( 47-102 square meters) were once the residences of the visiting guests of royal family of Jodhpur. Decorated in maroon and green theme and available only with a king size bed, Historical suite have a private sit-out with views of green landscapes or palace courtyards. Each suite come with a butler service.
Royal Suite1 Bedroom
Royal Suites 1 Bed room having an area between 110-120 square meters feature big bed room with a king size bed and a living room. These suites are lovingly decorated in the luxurious Art Deco style with mirror-finished terrazzo. These suites offer mesmerizing views of sprawling Baradari lawns and mighty Mehrangarh fort.
Grand Royal 1 Bedroom Suite
Luxurious “Grand Royal Suites” were once the rooms for visiting royal guests. Exclusively located beneath the largest dome of Rajasthan on the Palace’s Regal Wing. Though all suites are decorated in opulent Art Deco style, each suite is different with unique themes of a favorite color or princely passion. One bed room Grand Royal Suite ranging between 110-130 square meters feature one large bedroom with a king bed and a separate living room and offer panoramic views of the palace gardens. Each suite include services of a personal butler to enhance the stay experience.
Grand Presidential 1 Bedroom Suite
Named as Maharaja Suite (king’s chamber) and Maharani Suite (Queen’s chamber), Grand Presidential suites at Umaid Bhawan palace were once used as personal chambers of erstwhile kings and queens of Jodhpur. These suites provide a glimpse of the lavish lifestyle and passion for art which reflects in stunning furniture and fixtures.
Maharaja Suite faces the courtyard and has an extensive balcony. Besides an impressive bedroom, it has a grand Sitting area, Dining area and a concealed Bar. It also includes an in-room SPA and a steam room. The suite’s area is 3700 sq. ft.
Maharani Suite is the most striking suite in the Palace and once used to be the personal chamber of the erstwhile Maharani of Jodhpur. Decorated with the pink, black and chrome shades and mirrors and dominated by a mural of Goddess Kali, this largest suite of the Palace offers a view of imposing Mehrangarh Fort and Palace Gardens from its expansive terrace. It comprises of an imposing Bedroom and a Living Room, a magnificent Dining Room and a spacious Bathroom with Jacuzzi. It also includes an all-embracing Walk-in Wardrobe area, changing room, in-room SPA, a steam room and a private kitchenette.
Umaid Bhawan Palace has the most charming restaurants and lounges in Jodhpur. Enjoy Continental or Fusion Indian cuisine, try a royal barbecue, or unwind kick back at sports-themed bar with finger food and cocktails.
Risala
Pillars
Trophy Bar
Special and un-forgettable moments are best lived at iconic modern palace hotel ” The Umaid Bhawan Palace” in Jodhpur. Drive in a vintage car and welcomed with ceremonial drums, red carpet, rose petals, and a glass of Champagne under the 105-foot cupola or a truly romantic dining experience, this luxurious palatial hotel has crafted various options to make your stay, an experiential and memorable one.
Culinary memories are created to treasure for ever in fairy tale settings, with specially curated menus and impeccable butler service with the magnificent palace as a backdrop.
Baradari Dinner
The epitome structure of Baradari with twelve marble carved pillars in the heart of the Palace with a glowing façade and the architectural splendor creates most magical settings taking you back in time of royal era where each dining experience was a celebration with great grandeur and splendor.
Walk down from the main palace edifice to the Baradari on a shimmering candle-lit pathway and flaming torches enjoying the grandeur of the majestic palace lush lawns and soar the magnificent turrets of the palace and the imposing Mehrangarh Fort. Amid the ferry tale setting of magnificent turrets of the palace and the stunning views of imposing Mehrangarh fort, folk musicians sing and dance exclusively for you and master chef of the palace unopen the centuries old recipes and serve specially curated royal delicacies on silver and gold plates.
Baradari dinner experience is truly unique and will be treasured forever.
Sunset Pavilion
Constructed in accordance to the individual preference of His Highness Maharaja of Jodhpur, The Sunset Pavilion at the roof top of the Umaid Bhawan Palace is the highest dining point of Jodhpur city offering breathtaking views of lush green Baradari gardens, the city, and the magnificent Mehrangarh fort.
Guests travel to the Sunset Pavilion in 1940s elevator with carved wood interiors and walk through the “Whispers” gallery to begin their culinary journey. The walls of the gallery have some unique and never-before-seen pictures of the Royal Family, Hunting Tradition, Vintage Cars, and Jodhpur Flying Club. Guests are served Mulled wine and Mulled grape juice followed by a unique presentation of an array of royal barbeque and international grills.
Chef's Studio
Located at lobby level, Chef’s Studio takes you on an enticing and exciting journey of the culinary world where guest learn and cook along with expert chefs on world cuisine.
Conceptualized by His Highness of Jodhpur and created to deliver personalized touch and attention at Chef’s Studio, the endeavor is to bring the finest local and international culinary experience to the table of the royal guests of the palace.
Sundowner at Chittar Hill
Admire stunning sunset when in Blue City of Jodhpur enjoying a glass of bubbly with the sun setting over the grand expanse of Thar desert.
Sunset point at Chittar hills is a place that is uniquely blessed with a view of Mehrangarh fort on one side and Umaid Bhawan Palace on the other. Hi-tea with some crunchy snacks or a glass of champagne or your favrouite wine at this exclusive venue in Jodhpur is definitely a highly recommended experience.
UMAID BHAWAN PALACE – JODHPUR ACCOMMODATION
ROOM CATEGORY NO. OF ROOMS SIZE LOCATION / FLOOR ETC. TWIN KING VIEWS SMOKING CHILD POLICY EXTRA ADULT EXTRA ADULT + ONE CHILD
ONE UPTO 12 YEARS CHARGABLE ON CP TWO CHILDREN UPTO 12 YEARS CHARGABLE ON CP
PALACE ROOM 26 1,2,3 Y/N Y/N Garden / Courtyard N Y Y N Y N N
HISTORICAL SUITE 26 2,3 Y/N Y/N Garden / Courtyard N Y Y N Y N N
ROYAL SUITE – ONE BED ROOM 10 2,3 Y/N Y/N Garden / Courtyard N Y Y N Y N N
GRAND ROYAL SUITE – ONE BED ROOM 6 Regal wing Y/N Y/N Garden / Courtyard N Y Y N Y N N
MAHARAJA SUITE 1 Regal wing Y/N Y/N Garden / Courtyard N Y Y N Y N N
MAHARANI SUITE 1 Regal wing Y/N Y/N Garden and Mehrangarh Fort N Y Y N Y N N