At a Glance
This lovely and relaxed 100-room palace hotel is close enough to the hustle and bustle of Jaipur without being right in it.
Indagare Loves
- Laid-back vibe
- One of the city’s best restaurants right on-site
- Sprawling grounds to explore and for children to roam
Review
The former residence of a prime minister of Jaipur, this 100-room property is a quiet retreat, set on 18 acres, which includes gardens and an elephant polo field. After a day of sightseeing and gem shopping, the hotel’s calm interior, with its white marble floors and colonial-style furniture, is an ideal backdrop to unwind. Request one of the handsome traditional suites; the “modern” rooms feel more standard. Don’t miss dining at the on-site Cinnamon restaurant, named for the cinnamon-saffron route that once connected Punjab and Moghul India. The hotel’s Marigold Bar is also a stylish spot for cocktails, especially since the city boasts only a handful of bars and lounges.
Who Should Stay
The Jai Mahal is a great option for families that are looking for luxury digs that don’t comprise style but are not too formal nor as expensive as the Rambagh Palace or Rajvilas; and since it’s run by Taj, service is exceptional.
Written by Diane Dorrans Saeks