Taj Lake PalacevsUdai Kothi
Both Taj Lake Palace Udaipur and Hotel Udai Kothi are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Taj Lake Palace Udaipur is the choice of most writers compared to Hotel Udai Kothi. Taj Lake Palace Udaipur ranks #1 in Udaipur with praise from 8 sources like Lonely Planet, Condé Nast Traveler and Star Service.
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"
Udai Kothi
O/S Chand Pole, outside Chandpole, Udaipur 313001, India
From $66/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's
"Who can pass up regal accommodations at cut-rate prices, particularly when its rooftop is one of the liveliest places in town?" Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The regal Rajasthani town of Udaipur is known as the “city of lakes”—and Udai Kothi sits right across from the most famous of them." Full review
Rough Guide
"Smart and spotless modern hotel in traditional style, with lots of flowery murals and chintzy architectural touches."
Lonely Planet
"A bit like a five-storey wedding cake, Udai Kothi is a glittery, modern building with lots of traditional touches." Full review