Samode Palace, Samode

Description: Samode Palace

Enjoying a spectacular location nestled in a hillside below the magnificent Sheogarh Fortress, Samode Palace is set in a lovingly restored 17th century regal palace. Steeped in history, this luxury heritage property is a perfect example of Rajput-Mughul architecture, underlined by the influence of Nepal, and of course, the legacy of the colonial Raj.

Perfect for visiting this spectacular region, Samode Palace is just 45 kilometres from the bustling historic city of Jaipur, and just over an hour's drive from the airport.

Samode Palace offers guests splendid views of the fortress and the surrounding Rajasthan landscape from its terraces and gardens. There are two spectacular outdoor swimming pools, one of which is set in the hotel's magnificent courtyard. Samode Palace is home to two restaurants, offering a choice of royal Rajasthani delicacies or delicious Asian and European fare, and meals con be served both in the sumptuously decorated dining halls or in the courtyard. Guests can also take advantage of the hotel's Spa centre, with sauna and steam room facilities where a range of luxurious massage therapies are offered by expert professionals. The hotel's tour desk can arrange a number of bespoke trips and excursions, including Jeep safaris, visits to local shrines and bazaars, horse and camel rides in the desert and even hot-air ballooning.

Type of rooms: Samode Palace

Deluxe Single Rooms
Deluxe Double Rooms
Deluxe suites
Royal Suites

Each of the 43 spacious rooms and suites, all with a balcony or patio, are exclusively decorated in the warm colours and textures of local Rajasthani hand block print textiles and adorned with traditional artefacts. They have marble and mosaic floorings, high ceilings, woven cotton rugs or "dhurries", antique furniture and beautifully carved four poster beds.

Royal Suites have private mountain view courtyards.

All rooms are air-conditioned and heated, have luxurious en-suite bathrooms with free-standing bathtubs, and feature a range of modern amenities, including large flat-screen satellite TVs, mini-bars, and tea and coffee making facilities.