The Leela Palace Udaipur is one of the city’s best-known luxury hotels, built in the palace idiom of Mewar on the shore of Lake Pichola. Its domes, arches, marble courtyards and terraces take their cue from the region’s royal architecture, and the setting looks across the water toward the City Palace and the hills beyond. Rooms and suites are arranged to make the most of the lake, and the hotel is known for its spa, its pool and a collection of restaurants and bars that are open to guests and visitors alike. It is a good choice for travellers who want a full resort experience in Udaipur rather than a heritage haveli in the old-city lanes. Where the Taj Lake Palace and the Oberoi Udaivilas appeal for their island and landscape settings, the Leela is the choice for large-scale, polished service and modern comfort with a palace backdrop.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits on the lakeshore, a short drive from the old city and the main sights. That brings calm and views, but it is not a place you can stroll out of to the City Palace, so plan short taxi or tuk-tuk rides, and ask the hotel to arrange a car or a boat for evening outings. Check the transfer options on the booking page.
Rooms and facilities
The accommodation ranges from lake-facing rooms to larger suites, with the grander categories offering more space and prime views. The hotel lists a spa, a swimming pool, fitness facilities and several dining venues, and the grounds include terraces and gardens that suit a slow afternoon. Tariffs vary strongly by season, with the highest prices around the festival weeks and the cooler months from October to March, so compare dates before you book.
Who it suits
Couples, honeymooners and families who want a polished resort stay with a lake view, and travellers who value service and comfort over being in the middle of the old-city lanes. It is less suited to travellers who want to walk to everything or who prefer a small, intimate haveli. Good to know: dress codes at the restaurants and bars vary, so check the venue details at booking, and ask about rooms with the best lake outlook if the view matters to you.
Why stay here
- ✓Lake Pichola setting
- ✓Palace-style architecture
- ✓Spa
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Fitness facilities
- ✓Multiple restaurants and bars
- ✓Lake-view rooms and suites
- ✓Terraces and gardens
Good questions
Is The Leela Palace Udaipur on the lake?+
Yes. It sits on the shore of Lake Pichola, with lake-facing rooms and terraces that look toward the City Palace.
Can I walk to the City Palace from the hotel?+
It is a short drive rather than a walk, so plan a taxi or tuk-tuk, or ask the hotel to arrange a car.
Does the hotel have a spa and pool?+
The hotel lists a spa, a swimming pool and fitness facilities for guests.
