About
Umaid Bhawan Palace
Welcome to Maharaja Umaid Singh's Palace at Jodhpur, one
of the largest and grandest private residences in the
world. Built between 1929 and 1942 the Umaid Bhawan
Palace is a splendid example of the Indo-Colonial and
the art-deco style of the thirties. Now a part of
Welcomgroup, the Palace recreates for you a unique
experience of princely lifestyle.
Location 3 kms. from Airport,
5 kms. from Railway Station,
3 kms. from Bus Stand
Rooms 94 rooms
Accommodation
There is a choice of 94 rooms and suites. Each room
appointed with the furniture originally created for the
Palace. Surpassing the splendor of the other guest rooms
are the Regal Suites - originally used by Maharaja Umaid
Singh and his Maharani. In the foyer leading to these
suites is a musical fountain made entirely of English
Crystal. Some of the old retainers of the royal
household are still there to serve the needs of present
day guests with the gracious hospitality that has always
been a unique hallmark of the Palace.
Dining
Enjoy the sumptuous buffet laid out daily for lunch and
dinner at the Marwar Hall, with a wide choice of Indian,
Continental and Rajasthani specialties. As an
alternative, there is Risala, the a la carte restaurant.
The lovely colonnaded verandah, The Pillars is a perfect
setting for a leisurely drink and snacks, to enjoy the
wintery sun during the day or watch it set at dusk. And
as twilight falls and peacocks stalk across the back
lawns it is time for a drink at the Trophy Bar.
For groups, there are the specially arranged theme
parties with the folk music of the desert on the
ramparts of the Mehrangarh Fort or the 'flaming torch'
dinner on the illuminated lawns of the Palace, which
give you an unforgettable experience.
In winter, theme dinners are often organized in the Dal
Badal, 100-year old intricately designed hunting tent,
which is set up in the Palace.
Conference and Banquet facilities
There are two fabulous banquet rooms namely the Marwar
Hall and the Rathore Durbar
Recreation and Health facilities
All the leisure facilities of the Palace are open to
guests. Play a vigorous game or two of squash, tennis or
badminton. Work out at the well-equipped Health Club,
and after a swim in The Zodiac, the underground swimming
pool, relax on the sun-drenched lawns. Or try your hand
at billiards or croquet. Visit the private museum with
its collection of antiques or ramble in the immense
15-acre landscaped gardens |