Oberoi Udaivilas

Beneath its many domes, a faux sky dotted with clouds floats above Suryamahal restaurant, which offers a range of western to lip-smacking Indian cuisine and below a night sky motif, Udaimahal is The Oberoi's answer to fine dining. Enjoy al fresco meals at Chandni as you gaze out towards the City Palace accompanied by lilting traditional music. The old-timey Mewar bar really looks the part with its classic furnishings and a range of beverages and to complete the picture, the elegant Oberoi Spa offers a plethora of treatments alongside two temperature-controlled pools.

The Oberoi has plenty of home-grown experiences to get stuck into. Cooking Rajasthani cuisine with the chef and an expert guide to spices; a thekri workshop where you'll learn this fascinating craft from the masters; a scenic boat ride accompanied by wine and canapes; and a miniature painting session makes for the ultimate souvenir before you venture into the City of Lakes. Begin your Udaipur exploring with a heritage walk of the city's lesser visited lanes, passing grand havelis as your guide tells age-old fables. The history of Udaipur is yours to discover as you visit its antique-rich palaces, intricate temples and bazaars filled with authentic handicrafts.