Fairmont JaipurvsSamode Haveli
Both hotels are endorsed by expert reviewers. On balance, Samode Haveli is the choice of most professionals compared to Fairmont Jaipur. Samode Haveli is ranked #1 in Jaipur with accolades from 6 sources like Condé Nast Traveler, Afar Magazine and Fodor's.
Fairmont Jaipur
2, Riico Kukas, Kukas 303101, India
From $75/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Travel + Leisure
"A frangipani-filled garden leads to the lobby, with its hand-painted ceilings and crystal chandeliers, while the 255 richly detailed guest rooms have opulent wall coverings and carved bedposts." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"A 255-room extravaganza set in terraced water gardens with Mughal-style pavilions and frangipani trees." Full review
Jetsetter
"Elegant Mughal Palace–inspired sleep with traditional Rajasthani decor and dining options fit for royalty." Full review
Samode Haveli
Gangapole, Jaipur 302002, India
From $82/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
"Tucked away in the northeast corner of the old city is this charming 200-year-old building, once the town house of the rawal (nobleman) of Samode, Jaipur’s prime minister." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"In an unbeatably central location on the northeastern edge of the Pink City, this superb old haveli is brimming with atmosphere, centred on an idyllic courtyard and with the prettiest pool in town."
Condé Nast Traveler
"There are little alcoves and heavy colonial-era furniture–a glorious throwback environment in which to have your morning dosa." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The townhouse of the aristrocratic Samode family; this is a sanctuary hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the streets." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Three-and-a-half-pearl Samode Haveli is a beautiful historic hotel with a wealth of original features and impressive traditional design elements." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"A fabled family home in the Indian city of Jaipur, Samode Haveli hotel is an ornate oasis in the heart of the hectic old town, with glorious grounds, a huge pool and tinkling fountains." Full review