Jaiwana HavelivsTaj Lake Palace
Both hotels are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Taj Lake Palace Udaipur ranks significantly better than Jaiwana Haveli. Taj Lake Palace Udaipur scores 90 with approval from 8 publications such as Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Gayot.
Jaiwana Haveli
14, Lalghat, Udaipur 313001, India
From $28/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Concierge
"The next best thing to having a room at the Taj Lake Palace is having a view of that hotel and surrounding Lake Pichola from the shore—and for a price that won't break the bank."
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Be sure to book well in advance, as the hotel fills up quickly, especially during high season.
Rough Guide
Star
"Good-value lakeside haveli accommodation with a range of spotless modern rooms; some have a/c, and the more expensive ones have fine lake views, as does the good rooftop restaurant."
Lonely Planet
"Professionally run by two helpful, efficient brothers, this smart midrange option has spotless, unfussy rooms with good beds, some decorated with attractive block-printed fabrics." Full review
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"