The Oberoi Udaivilas is consistently rated among the world's best hotels, set on 30 acres on the shores of Lake Pichola with semi-private pools for each room category. The architecture mimics traditional Rajput palaces with ornate domes, arches, and hand-painted tiles, while offering every modern luxury.
The Oberoi Udaivilas in Udaipur, Rajasthan, is consistently ranked among the world's finest luxury resorts, appearing annually on Condé Nast Traveller and Travel + Leisure global best hotel lists since its opening in 2002. The resort occupies 30 acres on the northwestern shore of Lake Pichola, directly facing the City Palace and the Taj Lake Palace island, with the majority of rooms and suites positioned for uninterrupted lake views. The property was purpose-built to resemble a Rajput palace complex, with ornate domes, arched colonnades, frescoed cupolas, and hand-painted ceiling murals executed by artisans trained in traditional Rajasthani techniques.
The hotel offers 87 rooms and suites across five accommodation categories, most featuring semi-private swimming pools — a defining feature of the Udaivilas experience. Categories include Premier Rooms, Luxury Rooms, Premier Lake View Rooms, Luxury Suites, and the Kohinoor Suite, a 540-square-metre penthouse with panoramic lake, City Palace, and Monsoon Palace views. All rooms open onto private terraces or sit-outs; outdoor bathtubs in the courtyard are a feature of several premium categories.
Dining centres on two main restaurants: Udaimahal, the fine-dining Indian restaurant, and Suryamahal, the all-day restaurant overlooking the lake, serving Indian and international cuisine with an emphasis on fresh Rajasthani ingredients. The Champagne bar, positioned to catch sunset reflections over Lake Pichola, is one of the most atmospheric spots in Udaipur. Private terrace dining can be arranged for all room categories.
The Oberoi Spa offers Ayurvedic treatments, hot stone massages, and traditional beauty rituals in dedicated vaulted treatment rooms. Additional guest experiences include cooking classes taught by the hotel's chefs, guided wildlife excursions to Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary, lake boat tours, and cultural performances in the hotel's courtyard.
The hotel operates a dedicated butler service for all room categories. The concierge team arranges visits to Saheliyon ki Bari gardens, the City Palace, Ranakpur Jain temples, and day trips to Kumbhalgarh fortress approximately 84 kilometres north.
Amenities
- semi-private pools
- spa
- cooking classes
- boat tours
- wildlife excursions
- butler service
Location
Haridasji ki Magri, Udaipur, Rajasthan 313001
24.5718, 73.6756 View on map
Highlights
- 30-acre lakeside resort on Lake Pichola shore, designed to replicate a Rajput palace complex with hand-painted murals throughout
- 87 rooms and suites, most with semi-private pools; premium categories include outdoor bathtubs on private terraces
- Consistently ranked among the world's top hotels by Condé Nast Traveller and Travel + Leisure
- Udaimahal fine-dining restaurant and the Champagne bar with sunset views across Lake Pichola to the City Palace
- Oberoi Spa with Ayurvedic and traditional beauty treatments in dedicated vaulted treatment rooms
Tips for visiting
- Request a Lake View Room or Luxury Suite for direct sightlines to the City Palace and Taj Lake Palace island across the water.
- Book the Champagne bar for 6 PM to secure a lakeside seat at sunset — demand far exceeds capacity during peak season.
- The hotel's boat excursions on Lake Pichola offer a different perspective of the shoreline and City Palace — book through the concierge upon arrival.
- Cooking classes with the hotel's chefs are limited to small groups and must be reserved in advance; they focus on traditional Rajasthani cuisine.
- Peak season is October to February — book at least three to four months ahead for premium categories and the Kohinoor Suite.
When to visit
October to February is the prime season — pleasant temperatures between 14°C and 28°C, low humidity, and clear skies that produce exceptional lake reflections at sunrise and sunset. March to May becomes progressively warmer; the monsoon (July–September) brings a dramatic green landscape and lower rates.
Accessibility
Oberoi Udaivilas has wheelchair-accessible pathways between several key areas of the resort, including the lobby and main dining venues. However, the palace-style architecture with steps, raised thresholds, and garden pathways means full wheelchair accessibility is not guaranteed throughout the property. Guests with specific mobility requirements should contact the hotel's reservations team before booking to confirm room placement and available arrangements.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the semi-private pools at Oberoi Udaivilas?
Most room categories at Oberoi Udaivilas include a semi-private plunge pool shared between a small number of rooms. Premier Rooms and above typically have access to these pools. The Kohinoor Suite has a fully private pool.
How far is Oberoi Udaivilas from Udaipur city centre?
The hotel is on the northwestern shore of Lake Pichola, approximately 2 kilometres from Udaipur's old city and City Palace. The road route takes approximately 10 minutes; boat transfers across the lake can also be arranged.
What dining options does Oberoi Udaivilas offer?
The hotel has two main restaurants — Udaimahal for fine-dining Indian cuisine and Suryamahal for all-day international and Indian dining — plus the Champagne bar. Private in-room and terrace dining can be arranged for all room categories.
Does Oberoi Udaivilas have a spa?
Yes. The Oberoi Spa offers Ayurvedic treatments, therapeutic massages, and traditional beauty rituals in dedicated vaulted treatment rooms. Yoga sessions can be arranged through the concierge.