Best Secluded Hotels in Jaipur
Home to the maharajas, Jaipur was once dubbed the ‘pink city’, because of the buildings’ hues, painted under the order of Maharaja Ram Singh. This is the colour of hospitality, no coincidence, as the Rajasthani city is one of India’s most frequently visited metropolises. It’s popular with tourists for a number of reasons, but predominantly for significant sites including Hawa Mahal, the City Palace complex, Jal Mahal (aka the Lake Palace) and Jantar Mantar, an observatory and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Jaipur is often described as the Paris of India and provides a fascinating glimpse into the India of yesteryear.
Rajasthan, Jaipur
The Oberoi Rajvilas
(5 stars)The extensive formal grounds surrounding this fort-like building (erected in 1727), provide a sense of calm, with lotus ponds, elegant sculptures and wandering peacocks. Yoga, meditation and locally-inspired treatments in the spa aid guests’ serenity, as do four-poster beds with cream drapes, sunken marble tubs and antique furnishings. Ideal for a romantic escape, the hotel has its own ancient Shiva temple for vow renewal ceremonies and the option to stay in a five-star tented room. And with a focus on timeless elegance, rather than technology, it’s a superb choice for those wanting to unwind and experience traditional Indian life in luxury.