Tourism in Rajasthan - Rajasthan is where all the country's similes and metaphors appear to have come together. Sand dunes, wooded hills and
amazing lakes, palaces and rugged forts, men and women in colorful turbans
and skirts, bustling towns and quiet villages, camels, elephants and tigers,
harsh sunlight and the cool evening breeze - are all there in abundance.
Ever
since Umaid Bhawan Palace opening In 1977, Umaid Bhawan has remained one of
the top heritage hotels in India and the very best in Jodhpur. A splendid example
of Indo-colonial & the art-deco style of the thirties, Umaid Bhawan is one
of the largest and grandest private residences in the world.
It took three thousand artisans 14 years to create this magnificent edifice.
Umaid Bhawan Palace at Jodhpur is one of the largest and grandest private residences
in the world. The palace was built by 3000 artisans worked over 14 years. The
palace consumed one million square feet of the finest marble.
Category : Grand Heritage
Access: Airport - 3 km, Railway Station - 5 km, Bus Stand - 3 km.
Accommodation
A choice of 98 air-conditioned rooms and suites
3 Conference Halls : When minds meet in the magnificient environs of the Palace,
memorable conferences result. A choice of 3 conference, accommodating up to
250 people theatre style.
Services
Doctor and beautician on call, 24-hour room service, Health club, indoor swimming
pool, Telephone with direct dialing facility in every room, Television in every
room with satellite channels, Money exchange, Golf and riding (on request),
Private auditorium/home theatre Sports facilities, Travel counter, Laundry and
dry cleaning service, TV lounge, Shopping arcade, Palace museum, library, Billiards,
tennis, squash, Modern conference facilities
Restaurants and Bar
Marwar Hall : 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.
Risala : As an alternative, there is Risala, the ala carte restaurant.
Trophy Bar : And as twilight falls and peacocks stalk across the back
lawns it is time for a drink at the Trophy bar.
The Pillars : The lovely colonnaded verandah, The Pillars is a perfect
setting for a leisurely drink and snacks, to enjoy the wintry sun during the
day or watch it set at dusk.