A stay at a luxury hotel makes a holiday extra-special, and it’s hard to find one that fits the bill better than the 18th-century, marble-sculpted Taj Lake Palace.
A jewel floating in the middle of Lake Pichola, Taj Lake Palace is a building made of marble locally sourced from Rajnagar, brought in by bullock carts travelling 66 kms to Udaipur. Architecture influenced from Mughals, predominantly lead by Mewari techniques this heritage hotel in Udaipur has 65 luxurious rooms and 18 grand suites. Restored to its pristine glory, this spectacular palace became world renowned when the James Bond film ‘Octopussy’ was filmed at it. It was the secluded lair of the film’s eponymous Bond Girl.
Floating on the shimmering waters of Lake Pichola and charmingly only reachable via boat, the hotel itself provides plenty of delights – among them a rooftop pool, spa boat and Jacuzzi – but the spectacular temples and lakes of Udaipur lie just moments away, explored on included day tours with an expert guide on hand throughout.
Its location on an island in the midst of a lake affords every room breathtaking views of the neighboring City Palace, Aravalli Hills, Machla Magra Hills and Jag Mandir.
The incomparable location provides the perfect backdrop for the exquisite cuisines at the elegant restaurants of Taj Lake Palace open only to resident guests.
Signature specialty restaurants at this palace serve a choice of cuisines. Neel Kamal for authentic Rajasthani and other dishes from India; and the seasonally open-air Bhairo for contemporary European delicacies. In the evening, indulge in signature martinis, cocktails and a grand collection of premium international spirits at the bar, Amrit Sagar.
Continue being pampered as a royal at Jiva Spa in Udaipur, with carefully created treatments drawn from the ancient wellness heritage of India, and the fabled lifestyle and savoir vivre of Indian royalty.
This 5 star palace hotel in Udaipur at Lake Pichola continues the tradition of grand soirees and formal levees which were hosted here by the royal family of Udaipur.
Every nook and corner of the property oozes grandeur and leaves you in a state of awe on every step you take. The beautiful library goes by the name of Gyan Sagar – an ocean of Knowledge. The architecture and the decor of the same leave a calming effect on your mind and by indulging in strategy games like Chess, it charges up your mind. So your mind always stays in a state between serenity and rage.
Activities at Taj Lake Palace
1. A Royal Welcome
Experience a grand welcome as you get off the boat at the Sadar Ghat with a shower of rose petals and a platter of refreshments. Escorted by guards, enter the palace hotel in style under the shade of a sequined and embroidered umbrella.
2. Yoga Mornings
The best way to start the day is by practicing Yoga on the open terrace as the first rays of the sun brighten up the space and fill a positive aura in the atmosphere.
3. Heritage Walk
Enjoy a heritage walk with the historians on board and listen to tales of the glorious era gone by while enjoying the complimentary glass of wine and snacks.
4. Sunset Boat Ride
Witness beauty of the City Palace as the skies change their shades from blue to orange making it a surreal spectacle.
5. Enjoy the Cultural Performance
Get your feet thumping and your bodies swaying on the beats of Mridang and Manjeera as the artists perform before you breathtaking steps in Ghoomar and Bhavai.
6. Dine on a 150 year old boat
Indulge in scrumptious delicacies as you dine like the royals on a 150 year old boat used by Maha Ranas and enjoy the serenity of Lake Pichola.
7. Private Palace Butlers
Your private butler is instructed to treat you like a guest of the prince and you will get to feel that in the excellent personalized service and private dining options.
Surrounded by water on all sides and temperature clocking 35/26 degrees Celsius, Taj Lake Palace is your answer to a perfect getaway for a royal holiday.
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