Royalty with a twist of modern

Fairmont Jaipur gives the taste of the heritage and tradition of Rajasthan in a luxurious setting with all the modern comforts in place

If your wish is to live like royalty and drown in opulence, there no place better to visit than Rajasthan. With its rich culture, tradition, history and heritage, the capital city Jaipur is among the must-see tourist destinations.

Tucked in the outskirts of the Jaipur, under the gleaming eyes of Aravallis, glittering with traditions and culture of Rajasthan is Fairmont Jaipur, a luxury hotel that seamlessly combines lavish past with modern day comfort, and gives guests a taste of what it is like to live like royalty.

Combining the lavishness of Rajputs and intricate designs of the Mughals; the architecture, layout, décor and the hospitality of the hotel will offer you an experience so rich that you will devour it every moment.

The designers of the hotel are a tad partial to Mughals, as latter’s influence is clearly seen in the form of intricate frescos in hues of blue, gold and red that adorns the walls. These were specially designed for the hotel by local artisans and craftsmen, who painstakingly created these masterpieces, which are a contemporary and modern interpretation of Mughal aesthetic.

Apart from opulence and lavishness, the hotel scores high on comfort. Guest rooms at Fairmont Jaipur have traditional Rajasthani influences with a dash of modernity.

With four poster beds, camel bone inlaid furniture, walk-in bathrooms with the distinct pink stone bath tubs, Mughal -style low seating day beds and discreet arched windows that overlook the Aravalli hills, the rooms are a perfect place to nurse your tired body after visiting must-see places in the city.

Taking a cue from rich and diverse culinary traditions of the Mughals and the Rajputs, the hotel offers a range of dining experiences that are unique, memorable and to be savoured.

Zoya - the all-day dining restaurant, boasts of a world cuisine menu with a dedicated section of Rajasthani fare, highlighting heritage dishes from the royal households.

The restaurant has five distinct dining areas ranging from the luxury tent with hues of blue and silver in the main dining area to the lily pond dining space, which is an outdoor setting highlighted by the romance of dining under the stars.

Serving an unrivalled selection of authentic, high-quality teas, Anjum - the lobby lounge offers a local twist to the long-standing Fairmont tradition of afternoon teas. At the regency style library bar - Aza, guests can sample wines and malt whisky stored in with old world oak display cabinets, and cocktails of their choice.

Cigar Diwan is a classic smoking room and is a perfect after dinner space. It houses some of the best Cubans in India for the aficionados.

Apart from treating you like royals, the hotel also has a host of fun activities. These are designed to give you an adrenaline rush and it would be foolish not to try your hand at hot air ballooning, trekking on the Aravalli hills etc.

For those, who do not seek an adrenaline rush can always opt for elephant rides or a stroll through the nearby village. A guided tour of the city’s most popular attractions can also be arranged. The hotel has a vast list of itineraries planned.

So when you visit the desert state the next time, pit-stop at Fairmont Jaipur, for the taste of the old world charms.