Umaid Bhawan Palace

True luxury! Experienced the kingly life for a day. The staff is hospitable and the food is amazing.

Great experience and made to feel really special. Even a simple walk in the garden was beautiful with peacocks in such close proximity. Breakfast was grand and so was the overall stay with great local artitecture to marvel.

A truly palatial stay at Umaid Bhavan palace- stunning architecture, immaculate rooms, perfectly manicured gardens, impeccable food, stunning views- and lots more. The history and grandeur of the palace transports you back in time. The staff performs the role of hosts and ambassadors of the Taj group equally well. Mr. Sikander is a great story teller and his experience speaks volumes. Mr. Sajjan helped us create wonderful memories by taking photos at just the right spots. Mr. Karan served us like a pro during breakfast with great warmth and care. A wonderful property that deserves a second visit !

An Absolutely Unbelievable Stay at Umaid Bhawan Palace This trip to India has, by far, been one of the most unbelievable trips of my life. Every place we’ve stayed has been magnificent, but Umaid Bhawan Palace is hands down the most unbelievable, luxurious, top-notch, regal place I have ever stayed. There are honestly no words to describe this place, but I’m going to try. The first thing you need to understand is that you are literally staying in a palace that is still partially lived in by the royal family. You genuinely feel like a guest of the royal family. From the moment we arrived, the experience was completely surreal. We were greeted with traditional music, flowers, drinks, and a huge Indian-style umbrella to keep us shaded while we were welcomed onto the property. It was one of those arrivals where you immediately think, Wow. We’re really here. And then they upgraded us—which was incredible, especially considering we had booked through Booking.com. The property itself is beyond spectacular. You really don’t need to leave. In fact, you probably won’t want to. The grounds are enormous and unbelievably beautiful, with peacocks everywhere and wildlife throughout the property. Walking around felt almost like being on a safari. There were peacocks, chipmunks, pigeons, and all kinds of birds. At one point, doing yoga at 7 a.m. surrounded by all of this, I felt like I was in an Ace Ventura movie. It was absolutely iconic. Our room was magnificent—huge, incredibly comfortable, and beautifully appointed. The bed was one of the best we slept in during our entire trip, with exceptional linens and every detail you would expect from a palace of this caliber. And the service was next level. After our spa treatments, we returned to our room to find our hot tub filled with rose petals. It was such a thoughtful and incredibly romantic touch for my partner and me. Speaking of the spa, the treatment was one of the best spa experiences I’ve ever had. I did a two-hour treatment that included being wrapped in oils and lotion, a 20-minute head massage, a full massage, a bath, and a shower. It was absolutely incredible. The steam room and sauna were also fantastic. Dinner was another experience altogether. We sat on the balcony, and the service was incredibly personal. The chef came out to check on us, the bartender came out to check on us, and everyone seemed genuinely invested in making sure we were having an amazing evening. Our bartender, Aaryan, deserves a special mention. He was one of the coolest people we met during our entire trip. After dinner, he took us into the trophy room and gave us a fascinating history of the collection. He then created specialty cocktails specifically for us, brought them to our room, and even greeted us the next morning with another cocktail before we left. That kind of personal attention is what makes a stay truly unforgettable. The next morning, I woke up early for the 7 a.m. yoga session. Being able to walk the grounds and do yoga surrounded by peacocks and all the other wildlife was an experience I’ll never forget. And then there was breakfast. It was absolutely divine. Our server, Karan, was fantastic. He checked on us constantly, making sure everything was perfect. The juices were incredibly fresh—I had never really had watermelon juice before, despite loving watermelon, and it was fantastic. The chef came out and greeted us as well. What impressed me most was how genuinely attentive everyone was. They knew when we were leaving and came over to say how sorry they were that we were going. They basically said, Let’s make your remaining three hours here as special as possible. And they did. Rudresh, who I believe is the general manager, also came out to check on us and asked if there was anything we needed for the rest of our trip. As we were leaving, the staff even gifted us hats and bracelets. It was just another incredibly thoughtful touch. One thing I would point out for anyone planning a trip to Jodhpur: Umaid Bhawan Palace is not particularly close to the center of town. So if your priority is exploring Jodhpur and being close to the sights and restaurants, I would recommend staying at another hotel for part of your trip. We actually stayed at another wonderful property before coming here, and I think mixing the two experiences is a great way to do Jodhpur. But Umaid Bhawan is different. This is a property where you don’t want to leave. We could have easily spent an entire week here. Unfortunately, we only had one night, although the incredible thing is that they packed so much into that one night that it felt like we had been there much longer. Yes, this is going to be a more expensive hotel than many of the other incredible places you can stay in India. But compared with what you would pay for this level of luxury, service, history, and experience in the United States, it is still an unbelievable value. This wasn’t just a hotel stay. It was an experience. It was regal. It was romantic. It was surreal. It was incredibly luxurious without ever feeling cold or impersonal. If you are going to Jodhpur, stay here. Seriously. Stay here. There are hotels that are beautiful, hotels that are luxurious, and hotels with incredible service. And then there is Umaid Bhawan Palace. Absolutely unforgettable.

Arriving from Jaisalmer, staying at Umaid Bhawan in Jodhpur, prior to proceeding to Ranakpur, Kumbhalgarh & Udaipur, was special. Highlights of Umaid Bhawan included: Having a personal assistant and palace tour expert, Sikandar, attend to us all 3 days of our stay. A super comfortable room with peacock noises, and birds, just so peaceful to retreat from the hustle and bustle of the market, and the amazing Fort of this Blue city of Rajasthan. Having a breakfast super spread choice of buffet or a la carte, and having breakfast overlooking the Mehrangarh Fort, was just breathtaking. If you are looking for luxury while at Jodhpur, Umaid Bhawan has no equal.