Hotel Imperial Palace

Hotel Imperial Palace is a long-established mid-range hotel on Dr. Yagnik Road in central Rajkot, in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, India. Dr. Yagnik Road is one of the main commercial arteries of the city, and the hotel is close to the Watson Museum, the Jubilee Garden area and Rajkot's main shopping streets. Rajkot is also known as the city where Mahatma Gandhi spent part of his childhood, and the Kaba Gandhi No Delo, the family home now a memorial, is within a short drive. The airport is about 5 to 8 km away, and the railway station is close, making the location convenient for arrivals. The hotel is a traditional city property with a name suggesting palatial style, but it is essentially a comfortable, functional hotel rather than a heritage palace. Rooms are offered as Deluxe Rooms, Executive Rooms and Suites, all air-conditioned, with wifi and 24-hour reception. Amenities include a restaurant and a pool, which is a useful feature in Rajkot's hot climate. Dining is typically Gujarati, North Indian and Kathiawadi cuisine, and Rajkot is known for its spicy Kathiawadi food, peda sweets and street snacks, which are worth trying in the surrounding streets. Service is friendly and geared to business and family travellers. Rates commonly run from about INR 3,500 to 6,500 per night. The hotel is a practical base for exploring Rajkot and for onward travel to Junagadh, Gir, Dwarka and Somnath, and suits travellers wanting central location and value rather than luxury.