Heritage Hotels in Jaipur – From the Bygone Era
Also known as ‘The Pink City’, Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan and a popular tourist destination in India. Many travellers who visit Delhi also go to Jaipur since the distance from Delhi to Jaipur is just over three hours by road.
Jaipur has a number of heritage hotels. Many of these used to be palaces or Havelis (traditional mansions) in the past and have now been converted into hotels.
Umaid Bhawan
Umaid Bhawan is one of the really charming Jaipur hotels. It is located in the vicinity of Jantar Mantar, in close proximity to the airport, railway station and bus stand. The hotel has courtyards, terraces and private balconies that provide a relaxing ambience. Puppet shows and other cultural programmes are sometimes organised in the courtyards.
The hotel has a total of twenty five rooms which include deluxe rooms and royal suites. Rooms have attached bathrooms with hot and cold running water. The interiors of the hotel bring forth many elements of Rajasthani design and architecture. Money exchange facilities and internet facilities further add to the convenience offered to guests. Guests can also indulge in games like chess and badminton, or go for a swim in the in-house pool.
The hotel caters to budget travellers and has even been mentioned in the Lonely Planet guide.
Samode Palace
Samode Palace is another heritage hotel that is located in Samode Village area of Jaipur. It is about 56 kilometres from the airport and about 40 kilometres from the railway station and bus stand. It is situated in a very scenic spot which is rich in hills and greenery.
The place has 43 rooms which include deluxe and royal suites. There is also a banquet hall and convention centre, a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and business centre. For recreation, one can play tennis, golf or other games or visit the in-house discotheque.
The restaurant at the hotel serves a variety of cuisine including Rajasthani, Asian and European delicacies.
Bissau Palace
Constructed way back in 1919, Bissau Palace is another heritage hotel of Jaipur. A renowned chieftain named Rawal Raghubir Singhji was instrumental in its creation. It offers an enchanting view of the Aravalli Hills and even has a museum with artefacts dating back to the seventeenth century.
The hotel has well-maintained rooms and is equipped with indoor and outdoor game facilities; the staff can also organise for other treats like camel safaris, rides, bonfires and traditional dance programmes if required. Bissau Palace is situated quite close to important tourist spots like Hawa Mahal and City Palace.
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