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summer palace of erstwhile Marwar regime, on the embankments of
a serene and calm lake, Balsamand is set amidst 300 acres of lush
green valley. This outstanding location is the site for the Balsamand
Palace, a fine specimen of Rajput architecture in red sandstone
surrounded by wide expanses of verdant gardens. Built on the banks
of Balsamand Lake, a 13th century artificial lake, the palace
has been an exquisite setting for royal leisure and recreation.
The palace is now operational as a Welcome Heritage Hotel.
Located
at an easy distance of 5 kms from Jodhpur, the resort is easily
accessible via air and the railway. The airport is at a distance
of 12 kms while the railway stations is 7 kms away from this heritage
hotel. The palace has 9 Suites and 26 deluxe rooms, all equipped
with modern luxuries in a pollution free atmosphere. Antique furniture
and mediaeval Rajasthani style-fabrics charmingly enhance the
Rajasthani experience. Each of these rooms has individual temperature
controls and attached tub-baths with running hot and cold water
round the clock. Original ethnic cuisine is available at the onsite
restaurant. The other services provided by the hotel includes
conference hall, travel desk, laundry, car parking, doctor on
call, indoor recreation, gym, jacuzzi/steam/sauna, massage parlor,
swimming pool, golf, tennis, cycling/jogging track and horse riding.
An
idyllic spot for excursions, the Balsamand Lake Palace Hotel also
arranges for safaris, horse carriage rides, vintage car rides
and cultural performances.
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