The Leela Palace Udaipur : Udaipur's Only Modern Palace Hotel By Lake Pichola

This hotel is a gem and a stay there an exquisite experience! The beautiful decoration, lake views, spaciousnesss, the love for detail and the amazing service make this hotel outstanding. The pool is huge (48 m long) and there is an old temple inside the property that makes this place even more special. I was there for a business trip with a group and extended 2 days on my own. I was honored to have Nadi and Shidalin as my housekeepers who took great care of my room. And of course I need to mention the bed: it was the most comfortable bed on my entire trip and these pillows are just perfect! Thank you Leela for an amazing stay!

An unforgettable stay at The Leela Palace Udaipur. The hospitality and service were exceptional, with every staff member going above and beyond. Special thanks to our butler Madhav Rati for his outstanding care and to Chef Rupak Debnath for curating amazing meals. Even the spa team was phenomenal.||We stayed in the Kamal Mahal suite, which was pure luxury , elegant, spacious, and with a view that took our breath away. The best part? Every request was met with a 'yes.' Thoughtful, prompt, and flawless service from start to finish.||Highly recommend for anyone seeking a truly luxurious and memorable experience.

From the moment we arrived at Leela Palace Udaipur, we were transported into a world of unparalleled luxury and warmth. Our anniversary celebration here was nothing short of magical, creating memories that will last a lifetime.||||Our host Nima deserves special recognition for her exceptional service. She consistently went above and beyond to ensure our experience was perfect, adding thoughtful touches to celebrate our anniversary and making us feel truly valued as guests. Her attentiveness and genuine care exemplified hospitality at its finest.||||The accommodations were stunning, with beautifully appointed rooms that opened to breathtaking views of the lake. Waking up to such serene vistas each morning was a privilege that cannot be overstated. The property itself is meticulously designed, seamlessly blending traditional Rajasthani architecture with modern luxury.||||Dining at Leela was an extraordinary culinary journey. The food consistently exceeded 5-star standards, with delicious dishes that showcased both local and international cuisine. The restaurant staff embodied the cherished Marwadi tradition of "maan manvar" (atithi devo bhava), treating us like honored guests in their home.||||Even the journey to the hotel was special - the boat transfer from the parking area to the property was luxuriously appointed, setting the tone for the exceptional experience that awaited us. Thoughtful touches like the welcome bouquet and farewell gifts added a personal dimension to our stay.||||The housekeeping service maintained immaculate standards throughout our visit, ensuring our comfort without ever being intrusive.||||We had an absolutely amazing time at Leela Palace Udaipur and cannot recommend it highly enough for special occasions or simply experiencing the pinnacle of Indian hospitality. It's rare to find a property where every element - from service to accommodations to dining - exceeds expectations, but Leela Palace Udaipur accomplishes this with seemingly effortless grace.

Excellent place . Better than any other destination I have been globally .. it's like the French riveria.. chef rupak is great. GM prasoon leadership is good for client satisfaction. Big shout to chatra and gopal are best guide to help local shopping which matches Italian wears..Harsh our personal butler became like family and worked 24 hours to support our needs as we were recovering from Jet Lag.. we also got invited to get live shows from Salim Sulieman as hotel guests..definitely recommend this place to others.. why look at Dubai, Caribbean when India has this gem ..

We had an amazing stay at the Leela Palace in Udaipur so much we stayed an extra two nights and decided against another city completely. Firstly the hotel is in a gorgeous romantic location in the lake and you absolutely must arrive in style from the leela boat. The hotel itself is immaculate and nicely isolated from the city (which separately is one of the more chill cities in Rajesthan). The Leela has great food and the waiting team really look after you so no need to order too much and finally, our personal butler/concierge Nima was so nice and looked after us so well with recommendations and drivers and care packages, we felt really welcome and taken care of. Thanks Nima and Leela team!

Our stay at The Leela Palace Udaipur was amazing, thanks to Yuvraj & mohit great service and care. He made my mom's first visit to Udaipur very special. We felt like family, and everything was taken care of perfectly. The palace and views were stunning, and Yuvraj's friendly service made it even more memorable.

..... find new words of praise that have not been used by other visitors. ||However this is my review of our experience at The Leela.||In honesty prior to our arrival I had some concerns as I had discovered that during our 5 night stay the hotel was also hosting a large wedding in the grounds. As such I was informed that certain areas would "not be available" to us. This caused some concern as we are "foodie types" and wanted to experience the various dining options and unique dining locations offered at The Leela.||Anyway I was assured that the management team would ensure our Leela experience would be enjoyable.||From the moment we arrived they kept that promise.||The arrival at the hotel is by boat from the private dock near City Palace. We are greeted by Musicians and a welcomed Shade carrying greeter.|As we walked under the lobby dome we were showered with Rose Petals, and offered a welcome glass of bubbles, which made a great start to our Wedding Anniversary celebrations.|We were being escorted to our room, which turned into an upgraded beautiful Suite called the Residence. On entrance through the lobby area it opens up to features a large open plan Lounge Dining area, with a work desk should it be required ( it was not as I am retired ) there is also a large dressing area and a well equipped bathroom.|The large separate bedroom area with very comfortable King Size bed and other decorative fittings. |The Suite opens up across 3 balconies to views across manicured gardens to Lake Pichola.||Throughout the public areas of the hotel you will find a collection of unique artwork, statues and ornamental pieces. All of which add to the luxury feel of this property.||Now one thing for any visitor to the 5* hotels situated around the Lake is that these locations are very popular as wedding celebration venues, and we understand why as it is very romantic.|However this can interfere with the facilities hotels can offer, and in certain ways we did experience this, |Indian Weddings are Glamorous, Colourful and Noisy. |I would recommend anyone looking to book hotels in this area to check if a function might be hosted at the same time. Now in fairness most wedding do a full takeover and therefore this is not an issue.|So during our stay the hotel actually hosted 2 weddings and as such there was some areas that were taken over and a fair bit of Set Up / Take down work going on, but the management did everything possible to ensure we were not disturbed.|But this really added to our Indian experience, the wedding celebrations were fabulous to watch from a distance and the Brides family were fantastic hosts and invited us to join their celebrations. The spectacular decor, music and ceremony gave us something special to remember. ||So because certain areas of the hotel grounds were given over to the party, the Food and Beverage team lead by Mr Amit Basu arranged some alternative dining locations for us to celebrate our anniversary. Their kindness and attention to detail could not be faulted , they made memories we will never forget. |It would be unfair for me to clarify those options and locations as clearly they are not something always available.|I was able to discuss personalised menus with the Executive Chef and received service attention from the personable Executive Sous Chef Rupak, |who is not only talented but a real personality and a major asset to the hotel.||There are many names that deserve a mention as service standards here are exemplary. From the Senior management team with whom I corresponded with many times ahead |of our visit., Mr Abhishek who directed a team to ensure our enjoyment.|Individual team members like our Butler Akshaj, general service members like Samarth and Ronak who seem to be everywhere at all times. |Every person we encounter had a smile and greeting as we walked by, even the gardeners and those who worked so hard to clear up after the massive parties are special people who make Leela Palace a unique location and a must visit in Udaipur.||Now of course any experienced traveller knows that even in the best locations, there is always something that could be better, and of course this is personal opinion. |Here at The Leela they do have a beautiful Pool Area, but ......|The Pool is simply too deep and mainly unusable for non swimmers. |Even the shallow end is labelled as being 5'3" deep, for me that can only be measured on the last step of the entrance to the pool ( either that or I am shrinking ). I could not touch the floor of the pool in any other area and therefore was restricted to using about 2% of the total pool. It was bizarre to see other Adults using life rings in order to get away from the steps. |I simply think that at the time of writing the pool may be overfilled.|I write this review whilst enjoying lunch poolside. ||So to finish we simply say Thank you Leela our time with you was special, you made memories that will last a lifetime.

The entire experience from the start of the Boat ride on arrival to checkout is just a Royal One.||You will feel like a King/Queen when you are at this Property.||The vibes, the thoughtfullness behind each detail,the activities throughtout the day for guests are just wonderful.||Each and every team member are on their toes for treating the best.||Mr.Yash who was our Palace Service Associate helped us entirely over the 3 days especially creating a special memory for our Anniversary.||Thank you to entire staff for this lovely stay.