Adalat Bazar Patiala, India
Renovated
2024
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Heritage LocalOutside the door
The house
The Park HotelsRestored fortress palace
Past heavy metal-spiked gates, quiet courtyards with murmuring fountains and continuous sitar melodies shut out the bustling bazaar outside.
“Lambah’s elaborate and thoughtful interior designs have yielded 25 one-of-a-kind suites in four color palettes.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Abha Narain Lambah's restoration installs handblown peacock chandeliers above Rajasthani marble floors.
Remarkable
An 18th-century royal guesthouse in Patiala fortress, restored with gilded arches and frescoes.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
It’s hard to believe that Ran Baas The Palace, with its rare frescoes, twinkling chandeliers, and silk carpets, was once merely a guesthouse...
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
The fortress gates open into Adalat Bazar, where narrow market lanes brim with traditional Punjabi juttis, brassware, and ornate jewelry stalls.
The rooms
High-ceilinged suites feature Rajasthani marble with black marquina inlay, silk carpets, preserved 18th-century frescoes, and deep freestanding soaking tubs.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated pool sits in a rose-pink courtyard, looking directly out toward the domes of Qila Mubarak.
The spa
Set in the former royal kitchen, Lassi Khana Spa provides Ayurvedic therapies alongside a steam room and sauna.
Neel Restaurant
Regional Punjabi recipes and royal thalis are served beneath high plaster arches, accompanied by evening Sufi singing.
The Patiala Bar
Tasseled pink chandeliers hang between charcoal arches, where bartenders pour classic cocktails and generous Patiala pegs.
At the table
Rooftop terraces host open-air meals at sunset, and the historic Rang Mahal gallery serves afternoon tea.
How it began
Built in the 18th century as royal guest quarters inside Qila Mubarak, the palace was carefully restored after decades of dereliction.
Good to know
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.