Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels

5.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool
View from room
Imperial Suite Lake View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar
Interior
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
The City Palace Complex, Udaipur, Rajasthan, 313001
  • City Palace
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lake Pichola
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Vintage Collection of Classic Cars
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Udaipur (UDR-Maharana Pratap)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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Room options

Imperial Suite Lake View

  • 700 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Royal Suite Lake View

  • 473 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Palace Room

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Terrace Suite Lake View with Sit Out

  • 355 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Imperial Suite Mountain View

  • 1194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Terrace Suite Mountain View with Sit Out

  • 400 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Royal Suite Mountain View

  • 550 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Udaipur

Located in Udaipur City Centre within a 5-minute walk of Lake Pichola, Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Vintage Collection of Classic Cars. This 5-star hotel has 36 rooms and welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • City Palace - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Pichola - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gangaur Ghat - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Vintage Collection of Classic Cars - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lake Fateh Sagar - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Udaipur City Station - 9 min drive
  • Udaipur (UDR-Maharana Pratap) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palki Khana - City Palace - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Amrit Sagar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Charcoal by Carlsson - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Natural View Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jharokha - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels

Lakefront hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Guests staying at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) for INR 1500 per vehicle. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
42-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Select Comfort beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 2,500 for adults and INR 1,000 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Paantya
  • Palki Khana
  • Panera
  • The Pool Deck

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 18,299 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 8 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 3000.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 8500
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: INR 4250 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 14000
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 7000 (from 6 to 12 years old)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately INR 2500 for adults and INR 1000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 1500 per vehicle
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 3000.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the airport pickup or train station pickup (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Niwas Palace
Shiv Niwas
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Shiv Niwas Palace Udaipur
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Shiv Palace
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Shiv Niwas Palace Hotel Udaipur
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels?

Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels?

As of Apr 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels on May 4, 2025 start from $187.63, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels?

This hotel is situated in Udaipur City Centre within a short 4-minute walk of Lake Pichola and also 17 minutes on foot from Vintage Collection of Classic Cars. You'll also find City Palace and Jagdish Temple less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels?

There is a full-service spa at this available for guests to enjoy at this hotel.

Does Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels have a casino on the premises?

No, Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels a good place to stay for couples?

This historic hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a garden-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels.

Does Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels?

The closest major airport to Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels is Udaipur (UDR-Maharana Pratap), which is 15.5 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony or a terrace where guests can enjoy lake or mountain views.

Does Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels.

Shiv Niwas Palace by HRH Group of Hotels Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 173 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel/wonderful staff/some refining needed

Lovely hotel and high-touch service. Very nice food and great outdoor dining spot. Spa treatment was very good but a crew was setting up for a wedding and the noise definitely interrupted the tranquility of the massage.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

shail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property but doesn’t live up to its 5 star status. The staff are very nice but they lack attention to detail. I don’t think it’s value for money. The rooms are big but average, the bathrooms need updating. The views are spectacular though. One thing that I would suggest the hotel is not to ring the guests regarding if we want spa treatments or are we coming for breakfast. We feel very relaxed but would have preferred if we weren’t disturbed at all. The bar is beautiful though and I would highly recommend having a drink there. Food in the restaurant is very good as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Navin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rohan

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anjana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay at Shiv Niwas Palace!

Had a wonderful stay at Shiv Niwas Palace. The views are incredible and the staff is very helpful and welcoming. Would definitely recommend staying at this historic hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anjana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a wonderful stay at Shiv Niwas Palace. The views are incredible and the staff is very helpful and welcoming. Would definitely recommend staying at this historic hotel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saurabh

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

BIMAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anja Elisabeth, München

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
This is not a 5 star hotel. One could say the architecture, location, and view are 5 stars, but I could not call the cleanliness, decor, upkeep, food or service 5 stars. Compared to other hotels of similar price point, Shiv Niwas was an overall disappointment. The facilities are dodgy - for example in the suite, the A/C was controlled by a dial on the nightstand. There was no temperature gauge - just a dial - and if you turned it up above the very lowest setting it sounded suddenly were on an airplane landing strip. The towels were thin and threadbare. A five star hotel should provide decent towels. The breakfast was nice but I had one very lousy dinner and another mediocre dinner (room service). I did not feel the service/hospitality were up to standard for India - it was inconsistent and felt somewhat ingenuine. The beds and pillows were comfortable. One of my nights I stayed in a Lake view terrace suite and the view out the sliding door would have been perfect if the hotel wouldn't have put a stupid sticker with a warning to keep the door shut right in the middle of your view. Because that sticker was on the door obstructing my view, I kept my door open, ignoring the sticker's request. If you don't want people leaving the door open, don't give them a reason to. I think there are much better properties in Udaipur at the same price point. You pay high dollar to stay on city palace grounds but you can get similar views without the hassle elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

ADITEE

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Shivani

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Location is great as this hotel is a part of City Palace, rest nothing is great about the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Sanjay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location of the property is very good, accessible to palace, shopping etc. Staff is very warm and hospitable. However, the rooms need major uplift as compared to its competitors. Breakfast served is not very good, not sure if it is outsourced, it does not seem fresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is part of the City Palace’s
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vikas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely a 10

Room: clean and well serviced, check out the pool side suites for a larger room Housekeeping: timely and v good Food: excellent variety of choice for Indian pallette and staff goes way beyond their duty to be helpful Spa: average overall, did not use Front desk: v helpful Location: within the city palace with great access to local markets, room key allows you rights to be on premises at all times Overall: definitely a 10/10 and a great choice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As part of the Palace complex this is truly an exceptional hotel which would cost four or more times more in Europe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Scott, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great historical property. Location can’t be beat and the staff was expeditions in every way. Will return for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

HARIHARAN G, YUCAIPA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyed stay

2/10 Terrible

Neelam

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We wish to file a complaint & claim compensation for the stay. Please advise process. The property is not 4 star as stated. We had a room that had mold, and construction works being carried out. The shower and electric kettle were faulty. Despite complaining management refused to change our room. Don’t bother booking this hotel. The 5 star reviews are written by local people, We have travelled worldwide, this hotel is not even 3star. Don’t waste your money,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super stay

We had a wonderful time in this beautiful palace. It was certainly a gorgeous oasis to recover a bit from a long jet lag. Restaurant : very good. Staff very helpful . A beautiful aspect of the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Hiren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gaurav

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great heritage hotel experience.

6/10 Okay

Mamta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The location of the hotel is its best part! Walking in the bylanes, shopping, exploring the cafes or the city palace tour, nothing can be better than this hotel and Taj Fateh Prakash. Bothe are very strategically located. Food and service both were superb. The desk was very courteous and prompt. However the rooms look old and they lacked good design and heritage vibe. Similarly the bathrooms are old and lack the charm of a well designed place. In facilities, there was no gym and salon. The pool was under construction too. We went with a lot of expectations as it belongs to the HRH group.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022