The Oberoi Udaivilas
Udaipur, India
There’s a reason why Oberoi is one of the leading luxury hotel groups in the world: they know how to bring the wow factor. Nowhere exemplifies this better than The Oberoi Udaivilas. The purpose-built palace-hotel spreads along the shores of Lake Pichola in the centre of Udaipur, on a plot of unspoiled land that was once the hunting grounds of the Maharana of Udaipur. Views stretch across the tranquil water towards hilltop forts, palaces, temples and gardens. Though the retreat opened in 2002, it has been designed to look as though it has been in situ for centuries with its ornate cupolas and courtyards, bougainvillaea-covered arches and reflecting pools, manicured gardens and tinkling fountains. The detailing of the Rajasthani craftsmanship is exquisite inside too – look up and you’ll see a dome painted entirely in 18-carat gold leaf, while another is lined in a glass mosaic that glows when the hundreds of candles are lit every evening. Everything dazzles, from the 87 rooms with their hand-carved furniture, silk furnishings, private courtyards and dedicated butler service, to the lakeshore fine dining restaurants and the old-school Indian hospitality.
Key Information
- Rooms: 87
- Starting Rate: $800
- High Season: December-April
- Dining: Udaimahal
- Drinking: The Bar
- At the Hotel: Spa, yoga, outdoor pool, workshops, guided walks, butler service, bicycles
- 91 294 243 3300
- Visit The Oberoi Udaivilas's Website
Location
Haridasji Ki Magri, Mulla Talai, Udaipur, Rajasthan, 313001
