Trident Udaipur

We recommend the Trident Udaipur to travellers who want the lake view without the rate of the Taj Lake Palace or the Oberoi Udaivilas. It is a hotel for couples on a discreet honeymoon, families on a cultural visit and business travellers enjoying the airport shuttle. Fans of ultra-luxurious historic palaces should look elsewhere, but those seeking comfort, calm and views for a reasonable budget will find what they need.

The Trident Udaipur adopts the codes of Rajasthani architecture: white domes, perforated jharokhas, shaded inner courtyards. Built on the east shore of Lake Pichola, the building stays low, aligned over two to three storeys, so as not to rival the City Palace visible from certain rooms. Inside, light local stone, dark wood and ornate marble jalis evoke Rajasthan craftsmanship without falling into postcard décor. The whole remains sober, closer to a boutique hotel than a flashy palace.

The data do not specify a signature table or dedicated chef at the Trident Udaipur. A main restaurant handles meals, supplemented by room service for late cravings. Nothing is indicated about a cocktail bar or a particular gastronomic menu. For Udaipur's grand tables, it is better to head out and explore the restaurants of the old town by the lake.

The Trident Udaipur stands at Haridasji Ki Magri, on the east shore of Lake Pichola, a few minutes' drive from the City Palace and the old town. The airport is served by shuttle, the hotel taking advantage of its outlying position to offer more calm. The neighbourhood remains residential and little visited by tourists, far from the lively alleys and markets of the historic centre. Allow a ride by tuk-tuk or car to reach the most visited ghats and temples.