Umed Bhawan Palace

Clustered on the banks of the Chambal river is the city of kota, an industrial town with a heart of old-kota can trace its history back to the 13th century-Witha fort complex that is one of the largest in Rajasthan. Your hotel is much newer, however, commissioned in the early 20th century, a mix of Victorian architecture with Rajasthani influences, a modern palace fit for kings. Its spacious rooms and suites are the perfect place to absorb the history of Kota or stack up your shopping booty. And shopping booty there will be, once you’re shown the kotadoria saris, a lightweight cotton weave adorned with self-woven checks and even gold zari. These amazingly inexpensive, and amazingly pretty, saris can be bought from the source, the weavers of kethun village (16 km away). Closer to home (or rather, hotel), you can pick them up at Bhairoo Gali and Rampura Bazaar.

Tariff Range

Rs. 3,500 for an exective room

Umed Bhawan Palace
Palace Road, Kota,
Rajasthan
(0744) 232 5262-65
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Co-ordinates: 25.210591, 75.867569 Nearby Places: Kota