HOSPITALITY
RAFFLES UDAIPUR
SET TO BRING LEGENDARY HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCE TO THE ROMANTIC CITY OF UDAIPUR
Raffles Udaipur , a flagship hotel in the Raffles Hotels & Resorts ’ portfolio and the revered brand ’ s first location in India , offers a fresh perspective on the city of Udaipur and region of Rajasthan , from a 21-acre private island set in the middle of the serene Udai Sagar Lake .
Away from the hustle and bustle of the city , the expansive property is reminiscent of a magnificent country estate , with beautifully manicured , ornamental gardens and panoramic views of the surrounding hills , tranquil lake and a 400-year-old temple . Arrival is via a scenic 20-minute drive from the airport , followed by a calming boat ride tailed by migratory birds , as a natural spectacle unfolds before the eyes of visiting guests . Sightings of some of the most exquisite birds , such as the greater flamingo , the ibises , great egret , painted stork and pied kingfisher , paint a mystical picture as the guests move slowly towards the island .
The influence of the island ’ s flora and fauna can be seen in the intricate details of the country estate , ‘ greater flamingo ’ being the most prominent one . The hotel is meticulously adorned with a variety of flora , ranging from the fragrant white frangipani and the night-blooming jasmine to stunning spider lilies and the peepal tree that holds great religious significance .
104 The Art of Luxury Issue 49 2021