UMAID
BHAWAN
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Overview
The palace is situated above the city of Jodhpur , perched on a
hilltop facing the majestic Meherangarh Fort. It was commissioned as
a drought relief measure designed and executed by Lancaster and
Lodge , a British firm of architects. Splendid Example of the
Indo-Colonial and the art-deco style of the thirties, Umaid Bhawan
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largest and grandest private residences in the
world. The palace was built between 1929 and 1943 and over 3000
artisans worked over 14 years to create this magnificent edifice.
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Rooms-
A choice of 98 rooms and suites. Each room appointed with the
furniture originally created for the Palace. Surpassing the splendor
of the other guest rooms are the Maharaja & Maharani Suites
originally used by Maharaja Umaid Singh his Maharani. In the foyer
leading to these suites is a musical fountain made entirely of
English crystal. Some of the old retainers of the royal household
are still there to serve the needs of present day guests with the
gracious hospitality that has always been a unique hallmark of the
Palace.
Cuisine-
Risala: As an alternative, there is Risala, the a’la carte
restaurant.
Marwar Hall: Enjoy the sumptuous buffet laid out daily for
lunch and dinner at the Marwar Hall of hotel Umaid Bhawan Palace,
with a wide choice of Indian, Continental and Rajasthani
specialties.
Trophy Bar: 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 of
Hotel Umaid Bhawan Palace is a perfect setting for a leisurely drink
and snacks, to enjoy the wintry sun during the day or watch it set
at dusk.
Facilities & Services-
Room Service, Hot & Cold Running Water, Telephone, Television, Mini
Refrigerator, Business Centre, Banquet & Conference Hall, Beauty
Parlour on request, Shopping Arcade, Health Club, Indoor Swimming
Pool, Tennis, Golf, In House Theatre, Museum & Library, Palmist,
Squash, Doctor on Call, Laundry, Money Changer, Safe Deposit, Baby
Sitting, Valet, Travel Desk Service.
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