A boutique hotel located in Udaipur, on the shores of Lake Swaroop Sagar, Swaroop Vilas brings together in one establishment a rooftop facing the water, a restaurant overlooking the pool, and a location within easy reach of the city's major sites. A mid-size property for a Rajasthan stopover focused on lakes and Mughal-Rajput heritage.

Why choose this hotel

Swaroop Vilas opts for urban comfort rather than the palace-museum experience. Its prime location on Lake Swaroop Sagar offers an open view, without the tourist density of the Lal Ghat area. The hotel appeals to travellers seeking a peaceful base in Udaipur, with a pool, water views and quick access to City Palace.

• Lake Swaroop Sagar views from the rooftop
• Outdoor pool and adjoining restaurant
• Approximately 1 km from Lake Pichola, 1.5 km from City Palace

Atmosphere and style

The property counts among the city's charming hotels. The structure remains human in scale, the architecture drawing from Rajasthani vocabulary without veering into heritage reconstruction. Common areas are organised around the pool and rooftop—two welcome breathing spaces after a day wandering Udaipur's lanes.

The rooms

Rooms overlook either the lake or the pool. Each is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen television and an electric kettle. The private bathroom features a shower, with toiletries and slippers provided.

Dining and services

Dining options centre on two distinct spaces:

• Cinnamon Restaurant: the hotel's main dining venue, open to the pool, serving meals throughout the day.
• Rooftop bar: located on the roof, facing Lake Swaroop Sagar. Multi-cuisine menu and live sports broadcasts.

This dual offering lets you dine without leaving the hotel, which proves convenient in the evening in Udaipur, where traffic in the historic centre can slow movement around town.

Location

Swaroop Vilas sits on the shore of Lake Swaroop Sagar, slightly set back from the tourist heart yet within walking distance of the main points of interest:

• Lake Pichola: approximately 1 km
• Udaipur City Palace: approximately 1.5 km
• Udaipur Railway Station: approximately 4 km
• Maharana Pratap Airport: approximately 22 km (allow 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on traffic)

What to see nearby

Udaipur is explored on foot or by tuk-tuk from the hotel. City Palace, Jagdish Temple and the ghats of Lake Pichola make up the classic itinerary for a first day. A boat ride to Jag Mandir at sunset remains the most memorable experience. To extend your stay, the Saheliyon-ki-Bari gardens and the Bagore-ki-Haveli museum, which hosts Rajasthani dance performances in the evening, round out the picture.

If you continue your journey through Rajasthan, several Nomadays properties can follow on from Udaipur, notably Amet Haveli on the far shore of Pichola, Haveli Inn Pal also lakeside, or Hotel Bundi Haveli for a more intimate stopover in the blue city of Bundi.

Planning your stay

Swaroop Vilas fits well into a Rajasthan itinerary built around colour cities. To plan your complete route, consult our journeys in India and adjust the length of your Udaipur stopover based on your interests—two nights remain the minimum to enjoy the lake and City Palace without rushing.