"Set on 30 acres, Udaivilas's grounds and rooms have a more spacious feel than those of its famous neighbor just across the water."

"On Lake Pichola, with sublime views of the Lake Palace, City Palace Complex, and ghats, this is one of India's most luxurious (and expensive) hotels—a contemporary palace in its own right." Full review

"Udaipur’s most opulent hotel, occupying a sprawling palace, embellished with acres of marble and a novel “moated pool” that flows around the outside of the main building."

"From your window, Udaipur, the city of lakes, carved into the desert landscape by Mewari royals in the 16th century, sparkles in the sun." Full review

"I knew I wanted to visit this place when I saw pictures, and it's even more majestic in person." Full review

"Imaginative contemporary resort built to resemble a traditional Rajasthani palace, on the banks of Lake Pichola." Full review

"This extraordinary, purpose-built palace offers sprawling bird-filled gardens, marvelous pools and genuflecting staff that treat you like the royalty you momentarily are." Full review

"A traditional Mewari palace on former hunting grounds along the shore of Lake Pichola, it's "a little piece of heaven on earth."" Full review

"Spread over 30 spectacular acres on the banks of Lake Pichola, this palace hotel, with its grand gates, fortified walls...and intricately hand-carved stone columns, is the stuff of dreams."

"In lovely grounds running down to the northwest shore of Lake Pichola, 2km west of the old city by road, Udaivilas' butter-sculpture domes are breathtaking." Full review