Jaipur Hotels

Jaipur the capital of the modern state of Rajasthan, Jaipur is a modern city built according to the specifications laid down in ancient architectural texts. Known as the pink city on account of the flush colour of its sandstone palaces, it is a major center for handicrafts.
The large Palaces, Forts & Havelis - once the residences of the Maharajas & Rajas have been converted into Heritage Hotels.
From the dramatic hilltop fortifications, to the isolated and often unapproachable hunting pavilions - these Palaces & Forts have continued to attract tourists for years now.

Rajmahal was established in 1729 for one of the Sisodia princesses so she could distance herself from the intrigues of the Kachchawaha zenana. It later become the Residency ,occupied by various British residents. in that status , it also played host to visiting dignit aries from around the world , whether Queen Elizabeth II or Jacqueline Kennedy , as private guests of the Jaipur royals.

The glorious Raj Palace is situated in Jaipur, the last bastion of kachhwaha Rajput rulers.The first haveli ,(mansion) of the city Built in1728 A.D. is now converted in to a centrally air-conditioned luxurious heritage hotel. The Raj Palace provides modern comfort with an old world charm, which includes 24-hour hot and cold water supply, a gym, shopping arcade, modern business centre and Diwan -E- Aam, a grand hall for gala theme occasions.

Rajvilas is set in 30 acres of orchards, gardens , decorated pools and fountains. The hotel is build with exacting detail, recreating a traditional Rajasthani fort setting . A key feature of the landscape is a large lotus filled water body in which floats a 250-year-old temple on a small island. A haveli or traditional Rajasthani mansion has been restored to its former beauty and contains the hotel's world class spa.

The Nathawati family of Samode served as Primeministers in Jaipur's court , and their four-century-old fortified residence some 40 km from Jaipur is able to exhibit the good teste learned at the royal palaces in a more restrained space. The Darbar hall at Samode palace is one of the most beautifully painted chambers in Rajasthan . Close by is Samode Bagh , the garden pavilion with charming water channels and ancient trees. In Jaipur itself , the family built itself,A town house

Less crowded and more relaxed than other Indian cities , Jaipur is nevertheless a bustling tourist and Business destination.A garden house set in a mango orchard and built by the Thakur Narain Singh of Kanota into a personal residence , near the main shopping area and historical monuments , A 40 minute drive from Jaipur.