Now stay at a Raffles in Udaipur, Rajasthan
India’s first Raffles hotel stands on a 21-acre private island in the middle of the serene Udai Sagar lake in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Covered with manicured gardens and fountains, the island offers 180-degree views of rolling hills that change colour with the seasons, view of the silvered lake and a 400-year-old temple.
With 101 luxurious suites, Raffles Udaipur will feature the famous Raffles Long Bar and Writers Bar, a 1,100 sqm Raffles Spa, a rooftop restaurant, all day dining restaurant, swimming pool, and sprawling deck and gardens.
The Raffles Spa is a space modelled after the royal zenanas (part of the house reserved for ladies) with delicate pastels, mirrors, plenty of natural light and a detailed embroidered canopy. The Long Bar combines its European wood and leather decor with murals and wood-and-stone engravings by local artisans. The 101 rooms and suites are equipped with modern comforts, state-of-the-art bathrooms, private plunge pools, gardens and balconies. The decor follows the East-West aesthetic with murals, handcrafted wooden chests and artwork designed by local craftspeople.
Raffles stands out amongst all the fine properties in Udaipur, this is not the usual 5 star. Located in the western state of Rajasthan, Udaipur is famous for its rich cultural heritage, lakes, temples, and palaces.