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Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace Hotel - Jodhpur
Jodhpur - 342006, Rajasthan
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.
ACCOMMODATION:
- 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.
- Maharaja Suite - The Maharaja Suite, once Maharaja Umaid Singh's private chamber exudes a masculine panache with dramatic Noblin frescoes of leopards, tigers, horses and monumental art deco furnishings.
- Royal Suites - Luxurious Art Deco style offering with mirror finished terrazzo and large bedroom and sitting area, overlooking Palace Lawns and fountain courtyard.
- Historical 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.
- Palace 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.
DINING:
- Risala: The elegant a la carte restaurant is evocative of the gallantry of the Jodhpur Lancers.
- The Pillars: The Pillars, the inviting coffee shop, offers spectacular views.
- The Trophy Bar: The unique watering hole offers a choice of spirits and beverages.
FACILITIES & SERVICES
- 24 hour Room Service
- Billiards, Tennis, Squash, Croquet & Jogging Track
- Credit Cards & Money Exchange
- Doctor and Beautician on Call
- Fitness Centre
- Golf, Horse Riding & Polo arranged on request
- '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
- Temperature-controlled indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- Travel Counter
- Two restaurants and the Trophy Bar
CONFERENCE: Umaid Bhawan Palace offers magnificent, regal venues for holding meetings and banquets. Service by a hospitable and efficient staff enhances the traditional regal ambience. The venue, cuisine and themes created offer an insight into the culture and culinary traditions of the region.
- Meeting Rooms & Banquet Facilities include: Comfortably accommodate from 40 to 300 persons in theatre seating. Catering is available for breakfast, lunch, dinner, meeting breaks and cocktail parties.
- Incentives available at this Hotel: Ali Akbar, a theatre housed in the palace can seat 100 and is suitable for films screenings, , lecture-demonstrations and conferences.Enjoy specially organised theme dinners.
Hotel Business Services include:
- Business Centre
- Laptop/pagers/cellular phones/computers on hire
- Library
- Multimedia computers
- Secretarial services
- Telephones with international direct dialling
- Workstations
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