Best Luxury Hotels in India for a Royal Indian Experience

India was once a land of kings, queens and the finest of living the world had ever seen. Taking a cue from the country’s royal past, luxury hotels in the country have set out to redefine hospitality, imbibing into their properties and their offerings the pleasures of a regal lifestyle. So if you’ve always fancied the best of the good ol’ royal life, a stay at one of these most vibrant luxury hotels across the country is what you need, to satiate the feeling. Come and rejoice in the grandeur.

1. Hotel Jaisalkot, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

Here’s a hotel that brings back the splendour of the royal era in Rajasthan. The majestic fort surrounding the hotel situated on 25 acres of land sets the tone of what you can expect at Hotel Jaisalkot. The premium boutique hotel comes with 50 rooms across and can set up 25 luxury tents.
Immerse yourself in the royal ambience of the yesteryears as you walk in through the hallways or unwind in your room. The décor and furnishing complement the regal appeal of the hotel.
Shatranj Bar at the hotel—so called for the chess-themed ambience, serves some of the finest liquor from across the world. It would be hard to miss the mammoth-sized chess pieces in the restaurant. That’s as close a rendition of enjoying a tipple from the royal days of the yore. Once you are done with that, head down to Surman Mahal Restaurant for a good thali, where comfortable rugs are laid out for guests on the floor, as is believed to have been the mealtime custom back then.
No matter what your activities through the day are, touring around Jaisalmer, playing chess at Shatranj Bar, having a go at croquet, or taking a dip in the pool—you’d surely crave to get back to the royal comforts of you room in the hotel. Each room is truly that grand.

Address: Jaisalkot Kuldhara Turn, Off Sam Road, Jaisalmer 345001, India
Tariff: From ₹ 4,141 per night, per room*

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2. Vijan Mahal, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh

Experience the stateliness of royalties. An epitome of palatial properties, Vijan Mahal showcases an architectural splendour similar to the palaces of a bygone, rich era. Built on sprawling well-manicured lawns, with ornamental fountains sprouting silver streams of water, the property boasts 108 rooms categorised under Resort Rooms, Mahal Rooms, and Presidential Suite—all of these serving as undisputed gateways to elegant comfort. Large, well-ventilated rooms with French windows, come with luxuries reserved for the royalty, including king-sized beds for maximum comfort, climate control for seasons through the year. Savour the tastes from a regal past in the hotel’s multi-cuisine restaurant, Takht Hazara, where the combination of authentic flavours from top chefs and vibrant, plush interiors create an experience quite like none other in the land.
Stay at Vjan Mahal to appreciate the nuances of royal comfort and indulgences.

Address: 114/2 and 107, Tilahri, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh 482008
Tariff: Starts at INR 3,015 per night*

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3. Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad, Telangana

Standing tall in white against the blue skies, amidst lush greenery around, everything about this hotel still reflects the resplendence of royalty. Converted from the 19^th-century palace of the Nizam of Hyderabad, Taj Falaknuma Palace is easily accessible by air as it is by road and rail. The opulent hotel offers 60 extravagantly designed rooms, classified into three types: Luxury Rooms, Palace Rooms, and Suites. Modern amenities are a given in these accommodations—picture extra comforts such as king/queen-sized posturepedic mattresses and a lit makeup mirror. Looking out at the city or into the gardens and courtyard of the palace, the rooms are designed and decorated to make the guests feel like royalty themselves. Horse carriage rides, heritage walks, and unique dining experiences add to the royal feel of the stay. At the end of the day, you may choose to unwind in the pool, hit the gym, or refresh yourself in the royal spa. Enjoy royal Hyderabadi cuisine at Adaa or hearty Italian or Mediterranean cuisines at Cherish. Or catch on conversations over hi-tea at Jade Terrace or simply relax in the Hookah Lounge with a round of cocktails with friends.

Address: Engine Bowli, Fatima Nagar, Falaknuma, Hyderabad, Telangana 500053
Tariff: Starts at ₹31,620 per night, per room*

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4. Vivanta by Taj, Guwahati, Assam

The immaculate sensibilities of the Taj and the charms of the verdant landscape around make this property a connoisseur’s dream come true. A property intricately laced with culture, folklore, architecture, and food—the Vivanta by Taj, Guwahati, promises luxury akin to royalty. The hotel’s modern interiors incorporate the mystical feel of the North East inspired by a popular royal amphitheatre of the Ahom Dynasty, Rang Ghar. The hotel is a reincarnation of grandeur itself. Beginning from the Kamakhya temple-inspired dome out front and culminating in the stunning display of 1,008 sacred bells in the lobby, the motifs across the hotel include the patterns, bamboo cane abstractions, and murals in the rooms. If you are amidst the green wilderness of Assam, drop by at the Vivanta by Taj, Guwahati, to have a taste of great food, ambience, and hospitality, perfectly enveloped in a royal bundle. No one does it better here than the Taj.

Address: Nikita Complex, Khanapara, G.S. Road, Guwahati 78100
Tariff: Starts at ₹7,200 per night*

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5. The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

It’s the colour of sand dunes, standing against the azure of the sky, with inlay work on sidewalk railings that are reminiscent of a royal era. Plush, verdant gardens with tiny flights of stairs leading to a well-maintained pool and domed gazebos that light up during the afterhours of the day are merely some of the charms of the property’s ambience. Walk into the lavishly decorated rooms and you would be convinced this is how life during the royal bygone era felt and looked like. Wooden furniture with filigree, silk upholstery to match the bedlinen, and all the modern amenities a discerning traveller looks forward to, with the added touch of subtle elegance, both in ambience and the services afforded, are all here. The Oberoi Amarvillas, Agra, is much more than a 5-star hotel. This is where you get a taste of royal living at its finest.

Address: Taj East Gate Road, Near Taj Mahal
Tariff: Starts at ₹60,000 per night, per room*

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