Palatial Aravalli keep
White marble arcades, silver-domed chhatris, and evening folk rituals unfold across an estate nestled against the rugged Aravalli Hills.
“The property stretches across 9 acres in a profusion of white buildings with silver-tipped domes, frangipani trees, potted palms, ponds, marble sculptures, and fountains.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Hand-carved marble facades and passive-cooling jaali screens, with glittering Thikri mirrorwork dining.
Remarkable
Dedicated palace butlers, nightly turndown gifts, and house-distilled lotus bath amenities.
Notable
Nine acres of grounds with outdoor pools, lawn rituals, and private villa courtyards.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
UK Readers' Choice Awards
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
Also in Tatler.
It’s a fitting tribute to Jaipur, a town that certainly knows its palaces, and as beautifully ornate as it may be…
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Tucked into the quiet Kukas valley north of Jaipur, the property offers easy driving access to the ramparts of Amer Fort.
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The rooms
Accommodations feature hand-tufted carpets and marble-inlaid baths, while select Royal Villas add private plunge pools lined with yellow Jaisalmer stone.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Carved stone pavilions and flaming urns flank the central pool, set against the backdrop of the Aravalli Hills.
The spa
Spa suites offer traditional Ayurvedic therapies like Abhyanga alongside steam rooms, saunas, and hot tubs.
Restaurant
Jamavar
Hundreds of beeswax candles light this dining hall, reflecting across thousands of handcrafted Thikri glass mirrors.
The property's structure features hand-carved white marble facades, grand chhatris… and complex jaali stone screens that double as passive cooling systems for the public spaces.
At the table
The Aravalli Dining Room opens onto the central pool, and cocktails are poured on the rooftop Amber Terrace.
How it began
Debuting in 2021, the estate was engineered with traditional jaali lattice screens that provide natural passive cooling across grand marble courtyards.
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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.