Shahpura House

Jaipur


Elaborately built and decorated in traditional style, this heritage hotel offers immaculate rooms, some with balconies, featuring murals, coloured-glass lamps, flatscreen TVs, and even ceilings covered in small mirrors (in the suites). This rambling palace has a durbar (royal court) hall with a huge chandelier, and a cosy cocktail bar.

There’s also an inviting swimming pool and an elegant rooftop terrace restaurant that stages cultural shows.


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