The interesting thing about some of these palaces is that even though they have now become hotels, some of them still house royal families. All these palaces-turned-hotels allow visitors to experience the grandeur of a bygone era while enjoying modern amenities; by modern we obviously mean ultra luxury. Here, are some of them you should check out.
We have all been fascinated by the lives of royals of the past and present at one time or another. For most people, it is the charm of palaces and forts, and we can understand why. All these majestic buildings once housed royal families and some of them have been converted into luxury hotels today, much to our delight.
The interesting thing about some of these palaces is that even though they have now become hotels, some of them still house royal families.
All these palaces-turned-hotels allow visitors to experience the grandeur of a bygone era while enjoying modern amenities; by modern we obviously mean ultra luxury. Here, are some of them you should check out.
Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur:
The Umaid Bhawan Palace is one of the largest private residences in the world. It is one of the palaces where the royal family still lives, but it is also a hotel part.
The hotel part of the palace comes under the Taj Hotels and is a luxury one. No wonder the country’s favourite Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas chose this property for their wedding.
Rambagh Palace, Jaipur:
This palace was once the royal residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur. Now, the magnificent Rambagh Palace is a luxurious hotel managed by Taj Hotels. The suites, décor, and fine dining options will give you an unforgettable stay.
Lake Palace Udaipur:
The Lake Palace, formerly known as Jag Niwas, was a former summer palace of the royal family of Mewar. The erstwhile palace is now one of the best luxury hotels in Rajasthan. It is located on the island of Jag Niwas, on the iconic Pichola Lake. Once you reach the hotel by boat, you will be surrounded by the unmatched beauty of white marble architecture and some of the best views.
Falaknuma Palace Hyderabad:
This palace was once the royal residence of the Nizam of Hyderabad. In 2000, Prince Nizam Mukaram Jah Bahadur leased this magnificent property to Taj Hotels to convert it into a luxury heritage hotel. Salman Khan’s sister Arpita Khan had a lavish wedding at this hotel.
Samode Palace, Samode:
An excellent example of Indo-Saracenic architecture, Samode Palace has been converted into a heritage hotel. This palace reflects the grandeur of Rajput and Mughal styles, offering guests a royal experience amid its rich history.
Neemrana Fort Palace, Neemrana:
This is one of the closest palace hotels near Delhi. Neemrana is a great weekend getaway from the capital, and you must try it out. It is amazing, it is extremely luxurious and away from the crowd. The fort was founded by Prithviraj Chauhan in 1464. The last royal person to live here was Raja Rajinder Singh of Neemrana.