Pichola Udaipur, India
Opened
2009
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe LocalOutside the door
The house
The LeelaRegal lakeside showpiece
Guests arrive by boat across Lake Pichola to live sitar music, stepping into courtyards alive with evening folk dances.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Modern Mewar palace architecture featuring hand-carved stone jaali screens, domed chhatris, and intricate thikri mirror mosaics.
Remarkable
Private boat arrivals with rose petal showers, dedicated butler service, and personalized evening bath rituals.
Remarkable
Twilight views across Lake Pichola, evening Rajasthani folk dances, and blessings at an on-site Shiva temple.
What they say
UK Readers' Choice Awards
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
But the defining moment is spending twilight on one of the many terraces, when a dusky glow falls over the city from across the water…
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set on the quiet western bank of Lake Pichola, views stretch directly across to the illuminated City Palace and Aravalli Hills.
The rooms
Marble bathrooms frame views of the water, while dedicated butlers attend each room. Select suites feature private plunge pools.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A temperature-controlled outdoor pool sits along the stone terrace, gazing straight across Lake Pichola to the mountains.
The spa
Private treatment tents are draped in silks and mirror canopies, hosting Ayurvedic therapies with soaking tubs overlooking the water.
The gym
Treadmills line the windows of the fitness studio, alongside free weights, resistance machines, and personal trainers.
Restaurant
Sheesh Mahal
This open-air rooftop serves royal Mewar recipes under candlelit lanterns, looking out across the water to the City Palace.
The Library Bar
Dark wood paneling and Chesterfield armchairs furnish this salon, which pours rare single malts and aged cognacs.
At the table
The Dining Room serves European and Indian dishes on a sheltered terrace, backed by a walk-in wine cellar.
How it began
Built in 2009, the palace was designed by architect Bill Bensley to echo the historic havelis and craftsmanship of Mewar.
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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.