The Oberoi Udaivilas

Udaipur has been rated as the best city in the world by Travel + Leisure, USA in the 2009 Readers' Poll.
Udaipur, in the heart of Rajasthan, is a city of majestic palaces and beautiful lakes. Here, adorning the banks of Lake Pichola and standing witness to the historic City Palace, The Oberoi Udaivilas captures all the romance and splendour of a royal era. Conceived as a traditional Indian palace, The Oberoi Udaivilas showcases the rich heritage of the Mewar region of Rajasthan with its rambling courtyards, gentle rippling fountains, reflecting pools and verdant gardens. Grand architecture inspired by the palaces of Rajasthan present a picture of majesty resplendent with pavilions and domes that lead you to a journey of discovery. Interiors embellished with decorative domes, hand painted frescoes, intricate mirror work and beautifully crafted artefacts create an ambience of regal splendour. An enchanting boat ride across Lake Pichola transports you to the ceremonial welcome that awaits you at resort. Rooms with terraces that open on to semi-private swimming pools present exquisite views and are a unique feature of Udaivilas. Magnificently decorated suites with private swimming pools and outdoor dining pavilions are exclusive retreats. Fine international cuisine, authentic flavours of Rajasthan or a quiet drink are all presented with views of the City Palace and Lake Pichola. The luxurious spa with its own swimming pool overlooks the lake and is a haven of serenity. Trained therapists pamper body and soul with rejuvenating treatments. The resort also offers the opportunity to undertake private Yoga, meditations and Pranayam sessions with the resident Yoga teacher or explore the city steeped in the romance of the oldest living dynasty in the world. At The Oberoi Udaivilas, the magnificent setting combines with royal service to make your holiday a journey into the romance and grandeur of another century. This resort offers an experience created exclusively for those who know there is nothing like too much luxury.

This resort is located on the banks of Lake Pichola and is a 40 minute-drive from Udaipur's Dabok Airport. The Oberoi Resort and Spa encompasses 30 acres of manicured gardens and courtyards. The spa menu includes holistic non-clinical treatments ranging from ancient Ayurveda to aromatherapy. The resort adjoins a 20-acre wildlife conservatory, which houses Indian spotted deer, wild boar, and peacocks. Other amenities and services include babysitting, beauty salon, medical service, parking, valet service, safe deposit boxes, currency exchange, travel services, 24 hour in-room dining, laundry service, post and shipping services, and butler service. All rooms have marble bathrooms, freestanding Victorian bathtubs, separate shower stalls, private walled courtyards, air-conditioning, minibars, bathrobes, complimentary tea and coffee facilities, DVD players, cordless telephones, satellite TV, dataports, hairdryers, and safes.