HOSPITALITY
The hotel itself is an architectural marvel of 101 luxurious rooms , suites and signature suites that elegantly interweave western cultural references with Rajasthan ’ s royal heritage and elements of Mughal architecture . Guestrooms have uninterrupted lake views , private gardens , balconies , plunge pools and an east-west design aesthetic with murals , handcrafted furniture and other crafts by local artisans .
“ I am proud and delighted to see how Raffles Udaipur has opened to such acclaim and established itself as a market leader in such a short space of time . As a member of Raffles ’ close-knit global portfolio , it is bringing to life our shared vision of true hotelcraft ,” said Stephen Alden , CEO Raffles & Orient Express .
Under Culinary Director Prasad Metrani , Raffles Udaipur is a culinary aficionado ’ s paradise with fresh , new flavours to relish every day . At Sawai Kitchen , the Indian speciality restaurant , guests can expect to be graciously served the lost recipes from the region ’ s royal households , reinvented for modern tastes . Harvest , set to open before the end of the year , offers an interactive farm-to-table dining experience with produce foraged from the estate farm , spotlighting the region ’ s food traditions ; while culinary enthusiasts can enjoy a cocooking experience at Rasoi , the cookery school . The Raffles Patisserie offers freshly baked breads , classic French desserts , signature Raffles pastries and more . Guests can dine under the crystal clear sky , overlooking the breathtaking views of the lake at the Belvedere Point . Mindfully crafted alfresco dining experiences , framed by the picturesque hills that surround the lake , draw inspiration from the five elements : earth , fire , water , air and space .
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