hotel obsession: taj hotels palace properties

We recently had a lovely lunch meeting with our friends from Taj Hotels at The Pierre — one of the most iconic hotels in New York City. But in addition to talking about the legacy of that historic property, our conversation quickly turned to some of the other exceptional hotels in the Taj portfolio — specifically their palace properties.

Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces includes several notable palace properties, offering luxury stays in historically significant buildings. These palaces have been carefully restored and transformed into luxurious hotels, offering unique experiences for guests. So, of course, now we’re obsessed with these gorgeous hotels, and are fairly desperate to book our clients at one of them.

Take a look at these three Taj Hotels palace properties!

Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur, India

Rising like a mirage from Lake Pichola, the white-marble and mosaicked Taj Lake Palace beckons to travelers. The palace itself dates back to 1746, when it was built by Maharana Jagat Singh II. Today, guests are treated like royalty by an entourage of palace butlers who ensure that every creature comfort is provided. The Jiva Spa draws from millennia-old Indian wellness and healing therapies, resulting in a menu of aromatherapy massages, body scrubs, and wraps that are sure to rejuvenate even the weariest body. From mid-October to mid-April, dine at the rooftop, open-air Bhairo restaurant for contemporary European cuisine.

And, of course, by booking through Huckleberry Travel, we can enhance your booking with our hotel program amenities:

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability

• Daily Buffet breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant

• Complimentary lunch or dinner for up to two guests per bedroom, once during stay, excluding alcohol, taxes and gratuities (minimum 3-courses & value of $100USD)

• Bookings in Royal Suites and higher categories will also receive complimentary roundtrip private airport transfers

• Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability

• Complimentary Wi-Fi

Pro-tip: Let us arrange the once-in-a-lifetime experience of a dinner cruise with cocktails aboard Gangaur – a historic royal boat.

Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur, India

Built by Maharaja Umaid Singhji as a symbol of the “new” Jodhpur, Umaid Bhawan Palace is one of the world’s largest private residences. Today, this 70-room, art deco marvel treats its guests to bespoke Taj hospitality that mesmerizes with an array of experiences, such as royal butler service, unique dining options, and retail therapy. Experience India’s ancient healing wisdom at the Jiva Spa, offering holistic ayurvedic treatments and yoga classes. Stroll the lush English gardens beautified by bougainvillea, play squash with the royal trainer, visit the on-site museum, sip fine brandy over a game of snooker, and much more.

And, again, we have exclusive VIP amenities for our clients at this gorgeous property:

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability

• Daily Buffet breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant

• A complimentary lunch or dinner for up to two guests per room once during stay (excluding alcohol, taxes and gratuities, minimum 3-courses)

• Bookings in our Royal Suite or higher categories will also receive complimentary roundtrip private airport transfers

• Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability

• Complimentary Wi-Fi

Pro-Tip: Each meal can be a private, customized, and special experience in an ethereal and fairy-tale dining setting, taking each guest on a culinary journey quite unlike any other.

Rambagh Palace, Jaipur

The history of Rajasthan – with its polo-playing princes and dreaming princesses – is alive and well at Rambagh Palace. Home to generations of royals for more than 185 years, the palace was converted into a luxury hotel to the delight of today's discerning guests. Live like royalty in the restored suites – former chambers of the maharaja – which are adorned with rich silk drapes and colorful artwork. After a day enjoying the royal treatments available at the Jiva Spa – including Indian aromatherapy massages – ask the palace butlers to arrange an intimate meal or take you on a drive in a vintage car.

Our clients also receive VIP amenities at Rambagh Palace, including:

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability

• Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (already included in property rates)

• Complimentary lunch or dinner for two people once during stay, excluding alcohol, taxes and gratuities (minimum 3-courses & value of $100USD)

• Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability

• Complimentary Wi-Fi

Pro-Tip: Take a walk through the gardens with one of the palace butlers to learn the rich history of more than two centuries of royal heritage.

If you’re looking for luxury in India, we’d love to send you to a palace hotel in the Taj Hotels portfolio. What are you waiting for?