With its gold-leafed domes, Murano glass chandeliers and hand-woven carpets from Turkey, The Leela Palace New Delhi combines classical architecture with some of the opulent features of the grand palaces of northern India. The property is set in the heart of Delhi’s diplomatic enclave and its rooms and suites are spacious, luxuriously furnished and equipped with state-of-the-art amenities.
Features:
254 rooms, 4 restaurants, library bar, rooftop swimming pool, spa.
Set on the banks of Lake Pichola, The Leela Palace Udaipur seamlessly blends modern comfort with the grandeur of a bygone age. The rooms and suites are some of the most spacious in the city and are opulently furnished, each with views of either the Lake Palace or the City Palace. Fine dining options are available in the Dining Room (worldwide cuisine) or in the Sheesh Mahal (Indian cuisine).
Features:
80 rooms, 2 restaurants, bar, lounge, swimming pool, spa.
Surrounded by verdant woodland, the Chambal Safari Lodge is a family-run heritage property and an award-winning ecolodge with a warm and homely ambience. Just an hour’s drive from the Taj Mahal, the lodge is in an ideal location for exploring Rajasthan while staying in a rural oasis. Rooms are elegant and spacious, and delicious home-cooked meals are prepared using fresh local ingredients.
Features:
7 cottages, 6 luxury suites, bar, lounge, library, dining room, garden.
Tucked away in the quiet town of Dholpur lies the charming Raj Niwas Palace, also known as the Dholpur Palace. Once home to generations of royals, this converted palace displays magnificent indo-saracenic architecture, red sandstone edifice and striking Dutch ceramics. The gracefully appointed rooms, marbled corridors and regal gardens reverberate with history. Choose between courtyard rooms, palace suites or pool villas.
Features:
32 rooms, dining room, bar, swimming pool, garden.
Deogarh Mahal, a unique family residence, overlooks the delightful village of Deogarh in the Aravalli hills. This exquisite property is owned and lived in by a local ruling family, who play an active part in the running of the hotel. The 50
rooms and suites, all with modern facilities, are individually decorated with stained glass, sumptuous colourful fabrics and antiques, each furnished in a traditional style.
Features:
50 rooms, restaurant, bar / lounge, swimming pool, spa.
Sharing its boundary with the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary and near to the Ranakpur Jain temple complex, Mountbatten Lodge offers jungle treks, horse riding and leopard safaris in the nearby area and in Jawai. The lodge has just
four suites and its colonial style evokes a sense of the days of the Raj. Camping packages are available using luxurious, mobile en suite tents to explore the region intimately.
Features:
4 suites, mobile luxurious tents, plunge pool, dining room, lounge.
The Tree of Life Resort & Spa is set among 3 hectares of landscaped gardens, with a backdrop of the rugged Aravalli hills. The hotel is a true reflection of both Rajasthani culture and architecture. The suites and villas combine centuries of tradition with modern conveniences and offer superb views of the Rajasthani countryside. Some of the luxury villas feature a private pool.
Features:
13 villas, restaurant, in-room and other private dining locations, bar, swimming pool, spa.
Originally the residence of the scions of the Shekhawat clan of Rajputs, Shahpura House is set in a relatively quiet residential area in downtown Jaipur. With its colourful Shekhawati frescoes and domes, the property reflects the
fusion of Hindu Rajput and Islamic Mughal-style architecture. The spacious rooms and suites are tastefully decorated by combining traditional features with essential modern amenities.
Features:
65 rooms, 2 restaurants, bar, swimming pool, spa.
On the outskirts of Jaipur, a stone’s throw away from Amber fort, Khas Bagh is a farm retreat tucked away in the forested Aravali hills. The property has been built in the style of a traditional Haveli with open courtyards, verandas and
intricately carved pillars. The individually designed rooms are fitted with antique furniture and the polo lounge adds to the authentic Rajput stately home-stay experience.
Features:
18 rooms, dining room, polo lounge, swimming pool, outdoor terrace.
Built in the late 1930s, The Gateway Hotel Ramgarh Lodge was once the favourite hunting retreat of the maharajah of Jaipur. Located approximately 40km from Jaipur, this rustic lodge set in the forested Aravalli hills exudes an air of history. All rooms and suites are spacious, comfortably furnished and overlook either the rugged mountains or the landscaped gardens.
Features:
14 rooms, dining room, bar, swimming pool, tennis court.
Located approximately 13km outside the city, the Tree of Life offers calm surroundings away from the bustling streets of Varanasi. At 650 square feet, all junior suites in the property are spacious and feature high ceilings, teakwood furniture and a separate living area with a comfortable sofa. The multi-cuisine restaurant offers Indian and continental options along with some special local
Varanasi signature dishes.
Features:
18 junior suites, restaurant, swimming pool, spa.
On the outskirts of Ranthambore National Park surrounded by lush fields and trees, Kipling Lodge is a warm throwback to the old-world charm and hunting lodges that once inspired Rudyard Kipling. Rooms are comfortable and spacious, and come with a private garden or terrace while the large courtyard is the perfect
spot to dine alfresco. This is an ideal base for morning safaris in search of elusive tigers.
Features:
16 rooms, restaurant, swimming pool, library.
July 26, 2025