Umaid Bhawan

Perched high above the desert capital of Jodhpur, Umaid Bhawan Palace is the last of the great palaces of India and one of the largest residences in the world – set amidst 26 acres of lush gardens. Named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, grandfather of the present Maharaja of Jodhpur, this golden-yellow sandstone monument was conceived on the grandest possible scale, in the fashionable Art Deco style of that time. After 15 years in construction, the 347-room palace was finally completed in 1943 – and has served as the principal residence of the Jodhpur royal family since. Designed by renowned Edwardian architect Henry Lanchester, the palace is a blend of eastern and western architectural influences. Its majestic 105-foot high cupola is influenced by the Renaissance, while the towers draw inspiration from Rajput tradition. The lavish interiors with gilt furniture and elegant artwork follow the Art Deco style, complemented by the exotic murals of the self-exiled Polish artist Stefan Norblin.

Facilities & Services :

* Business Centre
*Laptop/pagers/cellular phones/computers on hire
*Library
*Multimedia computers
*Secretarial services
*Telephones with international direct dialling
*Workstations

Hotel Leisure and Other Services include:

* 24 hour Room Service
*Billiards, Tennis, Squash, Croquet & Jogging Track
*Credit Cards & Money Exchange
*Doctor and Beautician on Call
*Fitness Centre
*Golf, Horse Riding & Polo arranged on request
'*Jawaharat' Boutique for ethnic jewellery, garments and souvenirs
*Laundry and Dry Cleaning
*Mini Refrigerators
*Palace Museum & Library
*Palmist/Astrologer
*Private Auditorium / Home Theatre
*Shopping Arcade - Books, Garments, Antiques
*Televisions with satellite channels
*Temperature-controlled indoor and outdoor swimming pools
*Travel Counter
*Two restaurants and the Trophy Bar

Food and Wine :

From informal, all day dining to formal fine dining, guests can savour a selection of spirits, beverages, cuisines and dining experiences. Discover the nuances of local Rajasthani cuisine, enjoy multi-cuisines menus and experience the grandeur of royal banquets as held in the early 20th century.

Risala: The elegant a la carte restaurant is evocative of the gallantry of the Jodhpur Lancers.
The Pillars: The Pillars, the inviting coffee shop, offers spectacular views.
Attire: Smart casual
The Trophy Bar: The unique watering hole offers a choice of spirits and beverages.