The traditional Mewari palace, on former hunting grounds on the shore of Lake Pichola, offers “a little piece of heaven on earth.” Its dome and arches are illuminated at night and reflected in the lake. Perfect-scoring rooms are “beautiful to behold, better to stay in,” with private walled courtyards, Victorian bathtubs, Indian decor, and views of the Aravalli hills. The Kohinoor Suite has a 65-foot private pool. Chandni is the largest of the thr…
Amid 32 acres of purple jacaranda and yellow gulmohar trees, this fort-style hotel recalls the days of the Rajputs, with architectural details like blue tile and brass doors. “The grounds are beautiful, like you’re at your own private palace”—hence the perfect design score—though it’s “a bit far from the center of town.” Lodgings are arranged in clustered buildings or are stand-alone luxury tents; the former have gold-leaf murals and sunken baths…
At this resort with a perfect-scoring location next to a tiger reserve in northwest India, “spacious, magical private tents” among lemon and mango trees have enclosed gardens, teak floors, claw-foot tubs, tiger motifs, and air-conditioning. Grounds with lagoons and flowering trees make it “somehow feel like an old British safari camp.” The dining room serves Indian, Thai, and Western cuisine. Arriving guests might be greeted by elephants at recep…
Moghul domes, life-size murals, and Moorish arches are hallmarks of this re-creation of a fourteenth-century fort on six acres of gardens. Rooms with wood-framed windows and beige and blue decor come with pool or garden views. The perfect-scoring staff, who offer twice-daily housekeeping and custom pillow selections, “attend to every need; we felt completely spoiled.” Experience Rajasthani cuisine and live entertainment at Latitude, or sample the…
“A real-life jewel on Lake Pichola,” this eighteenth-century palace is a sweep of courtyards, corridors, and pavilions inlaid with stone, gilt molding, and mirrors. Guests reach the four-acre, man-made island via private boat and are then transferred to rooms with hand-painted motifs, mosaics, silk bolsters, swings, and stained glass. “We had a beautiful view of the maharaja’s palace on the shore.” Formal attire is required at the rooftop Bhairo,…
“I felt like a princess” at this Art-Deco hotel, whose architecture draws inspiration from the Royal Palace of Mysore and the palaces of the Vijayanagara Empire. Nine acres of lush grounds are characterized by waterfalls, marble fountains, and palm-lined paths, while “the most opulent interiors” have copper domes, arches, and chandeliers galore. “Amazing rooms” with tray ceilings overlook the pool or gardens; the 3,500-square-foot Presidential Su…
The entrance to this Moorish-Mogul hotel displays arches, sandstone columns, and 64 carved stone fountains. Elsewhere, the design includes gold-leaf patterns, filigree mesh screens, and etched-glass chandeliers. All teak-floored rooms and suites have “stunning, unobstructed views” of the Taj Mahal, as well as hand-embroidered headboards. In some rooms, guests can dine on their balcony or at a private poolside pavilion. Try a milk and rose-petal b…
This “absolutely beautiful” restored 1835 palace was built by the maharaja of Jaipur as a private residence, and later used as a guesthouse and hunting lodge. Today, its rooms still contain arched stonework, textured drapes and fabrics, crystal chandeliers, gold-leaf frescoes, and large windows that open onto the gardens and views of the Aravalli hills. At dinnertime, enjoy an evening of champagne, moonlight, and candles in a private tent illumin…
“We were in heaven and kept having to pinch ourselves” at this Indian sandstone palace on 26 acres of gardens, which has its own private museum, a 105-foot Renaissance-style cupola, and marble squash courts. Antique furniture, Art Deco design elements, and rich murals lend guest rooms “old grandeur.” Staff greet visitors “with a sea of raining flower petals” on arrival and continue to “treat them like royalty all the time.” Enjoy Continental-Indi…
This “beautiful coastal property” is set on 56 acres of tropical gardens and flower-lined patios along a stretch of Benaulim Beach. Goan- and Portuguese-style rooms with sea or garden views have private verandas; select suites and villas come with private pools. Lounge areas are “great for relaxing, especially after a day at the beach.” Lobster Shack’s “very good seafood” can be taken on the beach, while Allegria serves coastal and authentic Goan…
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