Samode PalacevsTrident, Jaipur
Both hotels are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Samode Palace scores significantly better than Trident, Jaipur. Samode Palace ranks #5 in Jaipur with praise from 4 publications such as Mr & Mrs Smith, Frommer's and The Telegraph.
Samode Palace
Village Samode, Samode 302002, India
From $102/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"An hour's drive (45km/28 miles) from Jaipur, 400-year-old Samode Palace is popular, pretty, and newly renovated." Full review
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If you have the cash, ask for the newly renovated Royal Suite 314, which is of Oberoi quality.
Travel + Leisure
"The 43 light-filled guest rooms feature elaborate marble work and woodwork; cotton dhurrie rugs cover mosaic-patterned floors." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This 16th-century palace nestled in the ancient Aravalli hills has striking wall murals, atmospheric rooms, an infinity pool, and a great wine cellar." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"A walled Rajasthani wonderland, Samode Palace hotel outside Jaipur is the stuff of legend." Full review
Trident, Jaipur
Amber Fort Rd, opposite Jal Mahal, Jaipur 302002, India
From $28/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"About 5km north of the city on the road to Amber Fort, the Trident is a slick and very well-managed international-class hotel."
Fodor's
"While a stay at Trident—built to look like a rambling haveli 5 km (3 miles) from the center of town—does not offer the authentic royal experience, it does make for an interlude of gracious living." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This upscale hotel is located on the banks of Mansagar Lake, on the road that leads between tourist-friendly Jaipur and the former capital of Rajasthan, Amber." Full review