Hotel Umaid Bhavan Palace

Maharaja Umaid Singh's Palace at Jodhpur is one of the largest and grandest private residences of the world. Built somewhere between 1929 and 1942, the Umaid Bhawan Palace is a fabulous example of the Indo-Colonial and the art-deco style of the thirties. Upkept presently by the Welcomgroup, the Palace recreates for you a unique experience of princely lifestyle.

Basic Information

Country	India
State	Rajasthan
District	Jodhpur
City	Jodhpur
Location	3 kms. from Airport, 5 kms. from Railway Station, 3 kms. from Bus Stand
Rooms	94 rooms
Group	Welcomgroup

Other Specifications

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.

There are also the specially arranged theme parties with the Rajasthani folk music on the buttresses 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.

Accommodation

94 rooms and suites are available for the tourists. The distinct feature of each room is the well-decorated furniture, originally created for the Palace. Other than the 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 purely of English Crystal. Some of the old retainers of the royal household still stay there to serve the needs of present day guests with the gracious hospitality, a unique hallmark of the Palace.

Conference and Banquet facilities

There are two fantastic banquet rooms namely the Marwar Hall and the Rathore Durbar.

Recreation and Health facilities

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.