Samode Haveli

A two night stay whilst touring. A stunning property with many original features. The room (suite) was a delight. Staff are friendly and helpful. Location is good. Food - breakfasts are good. Loved the teapot and timer! Our dinner was fine but we didn't anticipate the bones in the lamb dish though it did make it very flavoursome. The bloody Mary was a disappointment being in a small glass and very watery. Not the norm in the UK. It was disappointing that the roof bar closed so early. The ground floor bar was empty...where was everyone?? The hotel did seem quiet. We had some laundry done and found it very expensive. Other hotels were a lot more reasonable. We remarked that we could probably have bought new! The very minor negatives were far outweighed by the hotel location, ambience, lovely staff. All in all a delightful stay in a great city. If we return to Jaipur, we will return to the Samode Haveli. Thank you.

This is a spectacularly beautiful hotel with lovely rooms, wonderful architecture, and a great pool. The dinner and breakfast was at the top end amongst several excellent hotels I stayed at in India. I noticed during my travels that some hotels were very relaxed and friendly without a trace of self-importance, while others had a self consciousness as if you were to feel privileged for being there. This hotel was in the second category. They pointed out on arrival, and in a written notice in the rooms, that tips were to be handed in to reception, not given to individuals (this is on top of the automatic service charge for drinks and meals). This is, however, a minor complaint. The staff were helpful and friendly and I thoroughly enjoyed pretty well every aspect of my stay. The gym is small but well equipped. It has a/c which is switched off until you turn it on, which meant it was stiflingly hot. But given that I was the only one in the gym, I don't begrudge the saving of energy. The restaurant and rooms were perfectly cool and comfortable.

As you enter through the gate, from the madness that is Jaipur, you are aware that this is an oasis of calm in a noisy vibrant city. We booked a Haveli Suite - it was comfortable but in the modern wing, so lacked the character we had hoped for and expected. The gardens are well tended and the courtyard area great for a drink when returning to the hotel after sightseeing. The pool is a great asset for a cooling swim and relaxation time. Don't miss the lovely rooftop bar for sunset and to watch the kites flying. The breakfast buffet offered something for everyone and dinner in the evening on the terrace was an enjoyable experience, offering local and international dishes.

Very attentive staff. We were upgraded to a spectacular suite. The staff throughout the entire hotel were extremely attentive even opening up the gym and sauna at 4.30am. Breakfast, dinner and cocktails were all fabulous

Great place to relax and enjoy quiet and peaceful moments.