UMAID BHAWAN PALACE JODHPUR, Jodhpur (Rajasthan) – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Umaid Bhawan Palace offers 347 rooms with Art Deco design, air conditioning, and 32-inch flat-screen TVs. Select suites feature views of Baradari Lawns and Mehrangarh Fort, 42-inch TVs, and private bars. All rooms include Molton Brown toiletries, pillow menus, and spa bath options.
Dining Options
Risala serves Western and Indian dishes in a grand dining room with plush carpets. Pillars, an al fresco restaurant on the colonnaded veranda, offers European and Mediterranean cuisine with views of the gardens and Mehrangarh Fort. Signature dishes include dal baati and Jodhpuri maas, paired with global wines.
Leisure & Wellness
The hotel has two swimming pools, a Jiva Spa, and four tennis courts. Spa treatments include Champi (Indian head massage), Pavithri detox therapy, and Pada Mardana (foot massage). Yoga sessions focus on posture, breath, and mindfulness. The vintage car museum displays a 1927 Silver Ghost Rolls Royce.
Location & Transport
The palace sits on 26 acres of gardens, 5 km from Jodhpur city center. Nearby landmarks include Mehrangarh Fort (3.5 km), Jaswant Thada (3.5 km), and Ghanta Ghar clock tower (3 km). Airport transfers take 15 minutes (4.5 km). Taxis and hotel cars can be arranged.
Services & Facilities
A 24-hour business center has four meeting rooms with high-speed Wi-Fi and secretarial support. The concierge organizes guided walks in Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park. Gift hampers include artisanal sweets and luxury accessories. Laundry, ironing, and minibar services are available in all rooms.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis
- Badminton
- Billiard tables
- Squash
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Playpen
- Baby pushchair
- Children's play area
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathroom telephone
Media
- Direct dial telephone
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel exudes a royal touch with high ceilings, offering state-of-the-art, huge rooms. The exceptional service, led by GM Mehr Avari and her team, feels personal and detailed. The location atop Chittar Hill in Jodhpur is breathtaking, ideal for unwinding or taking a leisurely stroll. The dining experience at Baradari and Pillars is superb, with customized menus and cultural shows. The facilities are top-notch, ensuring a luxurious stay.
The hotel went beyond our expectations with well-appointed rooms featuring period furniture and excellent housekeeping services. The service was outstanding, making us feel like part of the family, with staff going out of their way to cater to our needs. The location was just perfect, offering breathtaking views from one of the highest points in Jodhpur. The dining experience overlooking the palace garden at 'Pillars' was delightful. Overall, a luxurious stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Staying at the hotel was an incredible experience. The rooms were spacious, luxurious, and well-appointed, providing a royal suite feel with comfortable beds, huge bathtubs, and large sitting areas. The service was exceptional from attentive staff, the location offered breathtaking views from atop Chittar Hill, and the dining experience was sumptuous with a variety of interesting dishes. The facilities were top-notch, making the stay truly enjoyable.
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