Raj Niwas — Hotel in Rajasthan

Travel to Old Udaipur in the Raj Niwas. Situated next to one of Lake Pichola’s traditional bathing spots or ghats, and within walking distance of the old town’s major sites (the City Palace is less than a quarter of a mile away), enjoy views of Lake Pichola over a slow breakfast and chay in the open-air rooftop restaurant (4th floor). It’s a small hotel of just three rooms, one on each floor, with the top floor room where I stayed having a private balcony with outside sitting area and a spectacular view (more chay). I was impressed by the attention to detail in this haweli-style boutique hotel: glimmers of gold and jade in the marble floors, Udaipuri miniature paintings throughout, and handmade wood furniture that recalls a different time. You’ll also be in good hands with Jaswant (Jasu) and the rest of the hotel staff, and an engaged owner from one of Udaipur’s prominent Rajput families, all of whom are warm and attentive. All this combined with the modern amenities, AC, free (and stable) wifi, comfortable contemporary bathrooms and showers, all very clean and well maintained. It’s a special place. Highly...

Travel to Old Udaipur in the Raj Niwas. Situated next to one of Lake Pichola’s traditional bathing spots or ghats, and within walking distance of the old town’s major sites (the City Palace is less than a quarter of a mile away), enjoy views of Lake Pichola over a slow breakfast and chay in the open-air rooftop restaurant (4th floor). It’s a small hotel of just three rooms, one on each floor, with the top floor room where I stayed having a private balcony with outside sitting area and a spectacular view (more chay). I was impressed by the attention to detail in this haweli-style boutique hotel: glimmers of gold and jade in the marble floors, Udaipuri miniature paintings throughout, and handmade wood furniture that recalls a different time. You’ll also be in good hands with Jaswant (Jasu) and the rest of the hotel staff, and an engaged owner from one of Udaipur’s prominent Rajput families, all of whom are warm and attentive. All this combined with the modern amenities, AC, free (and stable) wifi, comfortable contemporary bathrooms and showers, all very clean and well maintained. It's a special place. Highly...

I stayed at this incredible boutique hotel in one of the best locations in Udaipur. What a gem of a place! I stayed in the Maharaja Suite on the 3rd floor (walk-up) which had a huge terrace overlooking Lake Pichola. I witnessed breathtaking sunsets each evening. Mr. Jaswant was the man who take care of everything during my stay, I mean everything, from breakfast on the 4th floor terrace dining area, helpful tips and advice about seeing the sites and when. Endless knowledge of Udaipur and the surrounding area. The staff made it feel more like I was visiting family and less like I was staying at a hotel.|The breakfast was delicious each morning, the room made me feel like royalty with its Maharaja style beds, decor, colored glass windows and views that look like movies scenes. Easy to walk to City Palace, Jag Mandir, Lake side walks, restaurants with fabulous views, shopping of all kinds and just a myriad of alleyways to explore with friendly people all along the way. I can't wait for my next visit Udaipur and Raj Niwas, 3rd floor...