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Samode Haveli is a luxury heritage property, set within the old walled city of Jaipur. Originally built by Rawal Sheo Singh, a Prime Minister in the royal court, the 150-year-old grand house has been intimately restored to offer a charming yet rustic stay in Jaipur. Inside, are fabulous frescoes and murals, leafy gardens, shaded verandas and terraces overlooking the gardens. Located in the heart of the city, it forms a great base from which to explore Jaipur’s main forts and palaces.
There are 39 rooms and suites in Samode Haveli, all of which are decorated in traditional warm colours, creating an exotic, yet comfortable atmosphere. Expect mosaic floor, gilded arches, high ceilings and ancient artwork, antiques and artefacts. Family portraits and hunting photographs hang on walls, offering a glimpse of old royal life style. For a real royal experience, guests can book the Sheesh Mahal ('place of mirrors') whose ceiling and walls and intricately covered with mirrors.
The royal dining room at the Samode Haveli is worth visiting. Every inch of the wall is gloriously covered with beautifully hand-painted murals, in Rajasthani miniature art that evolved here during the 16th-century. Traditional Rajasthani dishes are served here or al fresco on the terrace. For relaxation there is a beautiful swimming pool and state-of-the-art spa. The hotel can easily arrange sightseeing tours to see the city’s stunning palaces, forts, temples and gardens.
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Location Samode Haveli is located on Gangapole road, in the heart of the walled city of Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan in North India. Jaipur is well-connected to most of the major cities of India by road, rail or air.
Getting there Delhi Indira Gandhi is the nearest international airport. Jaipur Sanganer (1-hour domestic flight from Delhi) is the closest airport to Samode Haveli and is 10km, a 20-minute drive away.
When to go Rajasthan is known as the desert state. It is largely hot and dry throughout the year, making it a great destination to get away from European winters. Summer in Rajasthan extends from April to June. Although it rarely rains in Rajasthan, the temperature drops slightly during the Monsoon period from July to September, and humidity increases. Post-monsoon period from October to November is the official "tourist season" in Rajasthan that extends into the winter months from December to March when its warm during the day and chilly at night.
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