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Hotels in Rajasthan
Laxmi Niwas Palace
(Grand Heritage Hotel)
Hotel Laxmi Niwas Palace,
Lallgarh Palace Complex,
Bikaner – 334001, Rajasthan (India)
Access
Airport
Railway Station
Bus Stand |
250 km from Jodhpur
02 km
01 km |
Hotel Chain : None
Rooms : 44
The historical stretch of land covering the area
of the back portion of Laxmi Niwas Palace and various quarters of State
time is known as Lallgarh. Situated in this stretch of royal apartments is
the residence of Late Maharaja Ganga Singh, the maker of modern Bikaner,
who personally conceived, foresaw and supervised the construction of his
personal residence.
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The Laxmi Niwas Palace-- a magnificent red sandstone edifice
designed by Sir Swinton Jacob in the Anglo-Scenic style. This stately
building, great & grand, is built around a central courtyard and is
intricately carved from the skirting upto the highest dome. The stone 'jali'
work (lattice) is awesome and stunning. The motifs, floral and
geometrical, leave you mesmerised. A lace- like work of stone on the edges
of the entire roof was devised as a glittering crown on the head of the
palace!! The royal palace of Laxmi Niwas Palace has a gigantic
principal entrance--The Clock Tower which is secured by guards and evokes
memories of old grandeur and splendour.
A long drive flanking the vast lawns with rows of trees, fairly big
pools and red sandstone quarters take you to the hotel Laxmi Niwas
Palace. The great Portico extends a respectful and dignified welcome
to the visitor. The sculptural art on the pillars supporting this amazing
high- ceilinged Portico, along with the decorative carving, evokes the
senses. The wide retina of stately staircase lead you up to the reception
which extends a warmth of hospitality to the visitor. It is the pilot to
the extensive hallways and the vast 'chowk' or inner-courtyard, hallowed
by the memories of festive occasions and gracious functions of the past.
The huge area of the 'chowk', with a garden in the centre and a beautiful
fountain, presents a different angle to view the beauty of the palace. All
round this courtyard are rows of columns along the long corridors
providing an arresting view. On the walls are hung rare Trophies, images
of the sportive hunting hobby of the Rajputs. Opening out into these long
corridors are rooms of colossal size, with about ten feet high doors,
which have been painstakingly restored to their former glory. The original
paintwork arabesque decoration on the walls & ceiling of hotel Laxmi Niwas
Palace has been restored by local artists and craftsmen. The rooms have
been refurbished with exquisite soft furnishings and the bathrooms have
been made ultra-modern keeping in mind the needs of the modern day
travellers. The Laxmi Niwas Palace still today commands a grand
view. It is a monument of the glorious past, a vista of bygone times,
covering almost a century of changes ups and downs. It is indeed the
'Crowning Glory' of Bikaner's forts and palaces.
| Restaurant & Bar |
Swarna Mahal: A luxurious speciality restaurant serving
authentic North-west frontier cuisine with a terrific art work done in
pure Gold.
Hari Mahal: 24 Hour Coffee Shop serving delicacies from around
the globe.
Chowk (Inner courtyard): A place where Gala dinners are
arranged everyday accompanied with folk music and dances by dholies
and langhas. The main attraction of the dinner is a fire works
display.
The Trophy Bar: This well stocked bar of hotel Laxmi Niwas
Palace serves a wide range of drinks and a variety of cocktails.
Decorated with trophies form the hunting expeditions of the Kings, the
trophy bar is the ideal retreat for enjoying your drinks.
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| Room Facilities |
All rooms are air conditioned and have attaches separate dressing
rooms to the bathrooms, bathtubs, hot and cold water, direct dial
telephone, colored T. V, Refrigerator and 24 hours satellite
entertainment.
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| Other Facilities & Services |
| Swimming Pool, Laundry, Money Changer, Conference Facilities,
Billiards Room, Cards Room, Doctor on Call, Car Rental, Travel Desk. |
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