Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur
India
Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur
Near Circuit House
Jodhpur, Rajasthan – 342006, India
www.tajhotels.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
TAJ
Established in 1903, TAJ is one of Asia’s largest and finest group of hotels, comprising 101 hotels in 64 locations across the globe, including presence in India, North America, United Kingdom, Africa, Middle East, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bhutan and Nepal. From world-renowned landmarks to modern business hotels, idyllic beach resorts to authentic Grand Palaces, each Taj hotel offers an unrivalled fusion of warm Indian hospitality, world-class service and modern luxury. For over a century, The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, the iconic flagship has set a benchmark for fine living with exquisite refinement, inventiveness and warmth. TAJ is part of the Tata Group, India’s premier business house. For more information, please visit www.tajhotels.com
Date of creation
1943
General Manager
Mr. Melvyn Saldanha
Hotel positioning
5 Star deluxe
UMAID BHAWAN PALACE JODHPUR
History & Story
Perched high above the desert capital of Jodhpur, Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur is the last of the great palaces of India and one of the largest private residences in the world – set amidst 26 acres of lush gardens, named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, grandfather of the present Maharaja of Jodhpur. This golden – yellow sandstone monument was conceived on the grandest possible scale, in the fashionable Art Deco Style of that time. After 15 years in construction, the 347 – room palace was finally completed in 1943 – and has served as the principal residence of the Jodhpur royal family since.
Main strengths, special touch
Amongst its exotic services includes the personalized butler services which start right when the guests are escorted from Jodhpur airport in a chauffeur driven car to the Palace. The Palace’s elegant and chic dining options include contemporary Indian, European and Continental menus. Our team of Chefs aim to satisfy every palate with the very best of International and Indian Cuisine. The dining options include the Risala, Pillars, Sunset Pavilion, The Trophy Bar, Baradari (a unique dining option) & the 24 hours In Room Dining and add to the experience of the Palace. The Palace also offers some unique treatments including the rejuvenating Aromatic massages and true yoga experience at the Jiva Grande Spa.
Location
Meherangarh Fort, Clock Tower, Sun duens.
Fun Facts
Kite Flying, Kalbeliya, Ghoomar
Children’s Corner
Kite Flying, Billiards rooms, Chess
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
64 rooms & suites:
• 22 Palace rooms – Fort & Baradari View
• 24 Historical Suites – Fort & Baradari View
• 10 Royal Suites – Fort & Baradari View
• 6 Grand Royal Suites – Fort & Baradari View
• 2 Grand Presidential Suites – Fort & Baradari View
Restaurants & bars
• Pillars
• Risala
• Trophy Bar
Wellness
• Jiva Grande Spa
Corporate and celebration events
• Sufi Fest
• British Polo
• Flamenco
• RIFF
• HOLI
• Diwali
Hotel & Restaurants awards
• Amongst the 15th best Hotels in the world – T+L (Travel and Leisure) Magazine, 2013
• Hotel of the Year 2009 – Editors Choice Gallivanters’ Guide
• 101 Best Hotels in the World – Tatler Travel Guide 2009, 2008, 2007
• Top 100 Hotels in Asia – Reader’s Choice awards, Conde Nast Traveller USA, 2008
• Gold List of Conde Nast Traveller USA, 2008
Number of employees
248