Hotel Of The Day: Taj Lake Palace, India

Some hotels are on a completely different level to others… Think rich history, panoramic sunset views and an air of pure magnificence. These are the hotels that are truly once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

Looking for somewhere just like that? You’ve come to the right place. Big 7 Travel consistently showcases the world’s best bucket list hotels, and the Taj Lake Palace is defo one of those.

Where is Taj Lake Palace?

Taj Lake Palace is on a lake in the Indian city of Udaipur, also known as the Venice of the East, thanks to its has many elaborate palaces and serene lakes.

To reach the hotel, you must take a private boat out to the palace on Lake Pichola.

What’s so special about this hotel?

Built in 1746, Taj Lake Palace is made entirely of marble and features majestic architecture. The beautiful marble palace was the winter palace of Maharana Jagat Singh II of the royal dynasty of Mewar.

Not only that, it’s also been the site for several iconic film shoots like the James Bond film, Octopussy.

Grand courtyards have peacocks strolling around, and every room comes with butler service

All rooms have breathtaking views of the neighbouring City Palace, Aravalli Hills, Machla Magra Hills and Jag Mandir.

The food here is just as incredible, with the hotel’s fine-dining restaurants serving traditional Royal Indian cuisine.

How much does it cost to stay?

Each of these individually themed suites feature high ceilings, deeply-carved mouldings, ornate glasswork, and miniature paintings. Oh, and marble bathrooms and a jacuzzi.

Bucket List Instagram shots:

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So… Is it worth it?

Did we mention that Jacqueline Kennedy, Lord Curzon, Queen Elizabeth and Vivien Leigh have all stayed here? Taj Lake Palace is a place where time stands still and you’re transported to a Golden Era.

So if you want to wake up a princess, then yes, it’s so worth it.