Shiv Niwas Palace, Udaipur

Ornate rooms with tile floors and wood furnishings feature flat-screens and free Wi-Fi, plus minibars, and tea and coffeemaking facilities; some add 4-poster beds. Suites offer whirlpool baths, terraces, living rooms, and/or city or lake views. Room service is available.

There's an upscale restaurant, a cafe and a bar. Additional amenities include a gym, a spa and an outdoor pool, plus a business centre and event space. Breakfast is offered for a fee.