Few cities in the world do luxury hospitality like Udaipur. Around its lakes you will find a literal floating palace, sprawling lakeside resorts modelled on Rajput architecture, and hilltop retreats with panoramic views — several of them regularly rank among the best hotels in the world.
Here is a roundup of the best resorts in Udaipur, from iconic palace hotels to more relaxed luxury stays, with what sets each apart. Once you have chosen a base, plan your days with our guides to the places to visit in Udaipur and the best things to do in Udaipur.
The best luxury resorts and hotels in Udaipur
Taj Lake Palace
The most famous hotel in Udaipur — an 18th-century white marble palace that appears to float in the middle of Lake Pichola, reached only by boat. With its courtyards, lily pond and lake-level rooms, it is the definitive Udaipur splurge and one of the most romantic hotels in India.
The Oberoi Udaivilas
Set on the banks of Lake Pichola across the water from City Palace, Udaivilas is built like a grand Mewar palace with domes, fountains and reflecting pools. It is consistently rated among the world's top hotels, with some rooms opening onto semi-private pools.
The Leela Palace Udaipur
A lavish lakeside palace hotel on the eastern shore of Lake Pichola, with rooms framing City Palace views, a marble spa and lake-facing infinity pool. Polished, opulent and a strong choice for couples and special occasions.
Raffles Udaipur
A more secluded retreat set on a private 21-acre island in Udai Sagar lake, a short drive from the centre. Lush gardens, a destination spa and a calm, away-from-it-all feel make it ideal for travellers who want privacy and resort-style relaxation.
Trident Udaipur
A polished lakeside resort set in landscaped gardens on Haridasji ki Magri, sharing grounds with Udaivilas but at a gentler price point. Comfortable, family-friendly and reliable, with a large pool and lovely peacock-dotted lawns.
The Oberoi / Taj Aravali retreats
Several heritage-style resorts sit in the Aravalli hills just outside the city, trading lake views for quiet countryside, big pools and spa-led stays. A good option if you want resort calm with easy access to Udaipur's sights.
Ramada by Wyndham Udaipur Resort & Spa
A large hilltop resort overlooking Fateh Sagar Lake, with sweeping views, a sizeable pool and a spa. A dependable upper-mid-range choice for families and groups who want space and value over palace-level opulence.
Fateh Garh / Fateh Prakash heritage hotels
Run by the HRH Group of the Mewar royal family, these heritage properties — a restored hilltop palace and a City Palace wing — offer authentic Rajput character, antiques and old-world charm at a more accessible luxury level.
Jagat Niwas Palace & lakeside havelis
For boutique character on a smaller budget, restored havelis along the ghats offer lake-view rooms, rooftop restaurants and the heart-of-the-old-city location, within walking distance of City Palace and Jagdish Temple.
RAAS Devigarh
An 18th-century fort-palace converted into an all-suite design hotel, perched in the Aravalli hills about 40 minutes from Udaipur. Striking contemporary interiors inside historic stone walls make it a favourite for design lovers and a serene escape.
How to choose where to stay
For the iconic experience, the Taj Lake Palace and Oberoi Udaivilas are unmatched, but they command top rates and book out fast in peak season — plan ahead using our best time to visit Udaipur guide. For privacy and resort relaxation, Raffles or a hill retreat like RAAS Devigarh works beautifully.
For value with great views, Trident and Ramada deliver comfort and lake or city panoramas at a gentler price, while for old-city charm and walkability, the heritage havelis around the ghats put you steps from the sights. Whatever you pick, a lake- or City-Palace-facing room is worth the upgrade in Udaipur.
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