Taj Lake PalacevsAmet Haveli
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Taj Lake Palace Udaipur scores significantly better than Amet Haveli. Taj Lake Palace Udaipur scores 90 with positive reviews from 8 reviewers like Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet and Concierge.
Taj Lake Palace
Udaipur 313001, India
From $349/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge
"One of the most photographed hotels in India, the 83-room Taj Lake Palace rises from a rock foundation within the green waters of Udaipur's Pichola Lake."
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When choosing your accommodation, enhance the feeling of being at sea by opting for an outside room, facing the city.
Travel + Leisure
"263-year-old white marble palace that rises from a rock foundation on its own island in Lake Pichola. " Full review
Star Service
"Most arrivals are greeted with a shower of rose petals, a ceremonious arrival that leaves most guests in awe. " Full review
Gayot
"Over-the-top opulence can be expected at this palace that serves as its own fantasy island."
The Telegraph
9.0
"One of the world’s most romantic destination hotels, the Palace floats like a beautiful white ship on the waters of Lake Pichola, with 360-degree views of surrounding Udaipur." Full review
Hideaway Report
95.0
"Romantic 18th-century white marble palace-hotel set in the middle of Lake Pichola, with an unforgettable view back to the golden city of Udaipur." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"This former palace sits in the middle of Lake Pichola, and offers guests sweeping views of the iconic buildings on shore." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The icon of Udaipur, this romantic white-marble palace seemingly floating on the lake is extraordinary, with open-air courtyards, lotus ponds and a small, mango-tree-shaded pool" Full review
Independent
"A five-star hotel in a castle perched on an island in the middle of Udaipur’s Lake Pichola...include the elegant courtyards (perfect for moonlit strolls) and some of the most romantic suites"
Amet Haveli
Outside Chandpole, Western Shores of Lake Pichola, Udaipur 313001, India
From $48/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"Located on the shores of Lake Pichola...this pretty 350-year-old haveli has enough charm to have found its way into glossy books. ... Ambrai restaurant has a good reputation for its tandoori dishes." Full review
i
If you book suite no. 16, or 7, a corner unit with a large mattressed jarokha that juts over the water, you'll have lovely views of the City and Lake palaces.
Rough Guide
Star
"This fine old white haveli is one of the best lakefront properties in town. Rooms are beautifully decorated with traditional touches and come with a/c, TV and lake views."
Afar Magazine
"Right on Lake Pichola, had delicious food, and had a view looking back on the city and the famous, Lake Palace Hotel, where the James Bond film, Octopussy was set." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This 350-year-old heritage building on the lake shore has delightful rooms with cushioned window seats and coloured glass with little shutters." Full review