Nestled in the heart of Rajasthan, Udaipur boasts a rich tapestry of history and culture—and unparalleled luxury in its royal palaces and top hotels and resorts.
From opulent palaces that whisper Maharaja tales to exquisite gardens that bloom in vibrant hues, the best luxury hotels in Udaipur offer a distinctive blend of Rajasthani heritage and modern elegance.
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Udaipur is one of Rajasthan‘s most romantic cities, and Raffles tapped into that reputation with its flagship five-star property. This is the brand’s debut in India—and one of the country’s most prestigious hotels. Raffles Udaipur sits on a private island in the middle of Udai Sagar (one of Udaipur’s five lakes), and its Palladian style reflects the brand’s rich heritage, with echoes of European, Rajasthani, and Mughal tones. The hotel offers 101 lake-view rooms and suites, some with private pools. It features an extensive spa, a swimming pool, and a rooftop restaurant—plus the Raffles classics: the Long Bar and Writers Bar.
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The white walls and domes of the Taj Lake Palace rise from the mist in the middle of Lake Pichola as if they were part of a fleeting dream — but the Palace is very real. It is also a real palace, and it once served as a summer retreat for the Mewar Royal family. No other hotel in the area can claim to offer bedrooms that were once the chambers of Udaipur’s rulers. It’s a unique opportunity to stay at an authentic palace, seemingly afloat in the middle of Lake Pichola. It offers one of the best spots in Udaipur, with a fabulous view of the City Palace, the Maharaja’s current residence.
“Royalty meets fairy tale at the Taj Lake Palace Udaipur, seemingly poised to grace the waters of Lake Pichola. Here, every glance unveils breathtaking panoramas of the serene water expanse, rolling hills, and the splendid city of Udaipur.” — Taj Lake Palace Udaipur
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Official Website. Photos © (including the leading shot) The Indian Hotels
Few hotels showcase the rich heritage of the Mewar region as spectacularly as Oberoi Udaivilas. The hotel’s architecture echoes Rajasthan’s heritage. Its style is grand and sweeping, fit for a Mewar maharaja, but it offers a modern take on the local vernacular. The Oberoi Udaivilas never feels old-fashioned. Located on the banks of Lake Pichola, Oberoi offers a classy, relaxing base for exploring Udaipur’s sights. Be sure to experience the candle-lit private dinner under the lakeside dome for an unforgettable evening.
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Official Website. Photos © Oberoi Hotels & Resorts
RAAS Devigarh is a modern palace, with all the extravagances of a top luxury hotel. It occupies an 18th-century palace converted into an all-suite luxury resort that brings traditional Mewar aesthetics into the 21st Century. The style pays homage to classic décor, contrasting the traditional majesty of its exterior with the swanky luxury inside. There’s an Ayurvedic spa, offering everything from massages and beauty treatments to yoga, a fully-equipped gym, and a heated swimming pool, and the restaurant blends Indian traditions with European cuisines and an extensive wine cellar.
→ Read our review: RAAS Devigarh.
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Official Website. Photos © RAAS Hotels
Standing on the edge of Lake Pichola, Taj Fateh Prakash Palace is part of the City Palace complex, and its careful restoration preserved the property’s authentic historicity. The hotel feels like a lived-in museum. Its sixty-five rooms and suites feature curated vintage decor, with furniture straight off royal storerooms, and fabrics and paintings to match. The hotel’s most spectacular space is the Durbar Hall, with a dramatic central crystal chandelier weighing a ton (literally). The hotel offers panoramic lake views, especially from the Sunset Terrace restaurant; other attractions include curated royal experiences, such as a ceremonial English Afternoon Tea in the Surya Darshan Bar or a chauffeured vintage car transfer. Taj Fateh is part of the City Palace complex, which Taj has run since 2020.
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Official Website. Photos © The Indian Hotels Company Limited
This palace hotel captures the majesty and splendor of Mewar’s royal era. The hotel’s facade gleams like a gem, studded with dome-shaped pavilions (chattris) and jharokhas, the stone-carved windows projecting from the building. Guests get a royal welcome that includes rose-petal showers, and they can enjoy breakfasts by the lake, picnics in the guava orchard, and swims in the temperature-controlled pool. The hotel has 88 rooms and suites, extensive luxury facilities and wedding venues, and a menu of experiences and curated adventures, spiritual ceremonies, and cultural events.
“The Leela Palace Udaipur offers a spectacular view of the tranquil waters of the Lake Pichola, the City Palace and the Aravalli mountains, evoking the grandeur and opulence of the land of Mewars” — The Leela Palace
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Official Website. Photos © The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts
The Taj Aravali Resort & Spa stands in stark contrast to Udaipur’s typical offerings. Rather than channeling traditional design or calling to the old kingdoms, Aravali’s sharp lines, high-tech features, and trendy design feel more modern than other Taj hotels, offering the latest in luxury.
The hotel isn’t on the lake shore or an island in the middle of it; instead, it sits on a forested hillside in the Aravali Range. The hotel spans about 27 acres and offers 186 guest rooms and suites, cottages, and luxury tents. Each is tastefully done and furnished for maximum comfort. Guests can enjoy the J Wellness Circle spa and several restaurants, including Javitri, the vegetarian signature restaurant, and the grill house Ridgeview.
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Official Website. Photos © The Indian Hotels Company Limited
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A: Not officially. India’s hotel ratings, set by the Ministry of Tourism, stop at five-star deluxe, with separate categories for heritage hotels. When people talk about “7-star hotels in Udaipur”, they usually mean the few palace hotels and island resorts at the very top of the market: on this list, Taj Lake Palace, The Oberoi Udaivilas, Raffles Udaipur and The Leela Palace. These are also the names that come up when you look for the most expensive hotel in Udaipur. The priciest stays are their top suites, and rates change a lot with the season, so compare your dates.
A: Yes! The shortlist below is a worthy companion to our main list of the seven best hotels in Udaipur.
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Author: Daniel Laskowski. Last updated: 8 November 2026
