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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.
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ACCOMMODATION
Guests can savour the grandeur of one of the world’s most spectacular palace
hotels with a choice of 75 luxurious rooms and suites. Guests step into a
royal world and lifestyle equipped with luxurious amenities. Each room and
suite showcases the Art Deco style with a distinct ambience.
Maharani Suite
The Maharani Suite, originally designed for and graced by Umaid Singhs'
Maharani, is aptly dominated by a Norblin mural of the Goddess Kali etched
on shining black glass. All in pink, black, chrome and mirror, the suite
includes spacious private drawing and dining rooms with an attached
kitchenette, a large balcony with a spectacular view of the palace gardens
and the Mehrangarh Fort, a dressing room with a wardrobe, and a bath carved
out of a single piece of pink Italian marble designed by Norblin.
Maharaja Suite
The Maharaja Suite, once Maharaja Umaid Singh's own suite just across the
crystal fountain courtyard, exudes an earthy and masculine ambience. It
bears murals of leopards from Africa, tigers and horses, and even of the
famed Jodhpur sport, pig-sticking by Norblin that are magnificently
complemented by flaming torch lamps in chrome, plush Ruhlmann sofas in faux
leopard skin and a delightful secret bar in the drawing room.
Regal Suites
The hotels Regal Suites, designed in Art Deco style, were once reserved for
visiting royalty. Each suite is different, with subtle underlying themes of
a favourite colour or princely passion.
Deluxe Rooms
Embellished with Art Deco interiors and equipped with modern conveniences,
these rooms meet the expectations of the modern traveller even as they offer
a glimpse into a privileged bygone lifestyle.
SERVICES & FACILITIES
The choice of grand, elegant and informal halls, lawns and courtyards offers
several venues for conferences and private parties. Special theme evenings
can be organized at varied venues including a sand dune.
Hotel Business Services include:
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, Golf, Horse
Riding & Polo arranged on request, Health Club & indoor Swimming Pool, '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, Three Multi-Cuisine
Restaurants, Bar and Coffee Shop, Travel Counter
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