Umaid Bhawan Palace, one of India's last great palaces and among the world's largest private residences, is a magnificent golden yellow sandstone monument set amidst 26 acres of lush gardens. Completed in 1943 and showcasing a distinctive Art Deco style, it offers a unique experience where the current Maharaja of Jodhpur still resides. Located in the heart of Jodhpur, the palace is just 1.4 km (0.9 mi) from Jodhpur (JDH) airport. Guests are within a 5-minute drive of Umed Garden (3.1 km / 1.9 mi) and Mata Temple (4 km / 2.5 mi), with other attractions like Shri Ganesh Temple (4 km / 2.5 mi) and Rai Ka Bag Palace (4.9 km / 3 mi) also nearby. The palace features 71 individually decorated guestrooms, designed for comfort with a home-like atmosphere. Each room offers complimentary wired and wireless internet, an LCD television with digital programming and DVD player, a phone, safe, and desk. Private bathrooms are equipped with shower/tub combinations, deep soaking bathtubs, designer toiletries, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Select rooms also include blackout curtains, air conditioning, a balcony or terrace, daily newspaper, refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, bottled water, and a mini-bar. Culinary delights await with the Risala restaurant, offering garden views, and 24-hour room service. Guests can enjoy a daily complimentary reception, unwind at the bar/lounge or the poolside/waterside bar, and utilize on-site BBQ facilities. A full breakfast is available daily for a fee. For relaxation and recreation, the palace boasts an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and an outdoor tennis court. The extensive spa offers massages, body treatments, facials, a hot tub, salon services, a steam room, and a sauna. A well-equipped fitness center is also available. Umaid Bhawan Palace provides comprehensive services including complimentary wired and wireless internet access, concierge services, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage. A business center, limo/town car service, car hire, and accessible parking are available. For convenience, guests can arrange a 24-hour airport shuttle (surcharge) and train station pick-up service (surcharge), as well as tours. Laundry services, including a laundromat, dry cleaning, and laundry service, are provided. Babysitting services are available for a surcharge, and smoking is limited to designated zones.
