Bollywood film Khoobsurat starring Fawad Khan and Sonam Kapoor gave us a slice of Royal life. A vacation in a royal palace in the romantic comedy flick made us wonder if we can experience royal life. Finally, our dreams came true through the Jaipur palace. With its Airbnb, one can feel like a maharaja as one steps their feet at ‘The City Palace’.

The City Palace

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The Palace is a mesmerising structure at the middle of Jaipur city. The construction of City Palace is of 1727 by the founder of Jaipur city Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. The Palace, unlike any other palaces in Rajasthan, is famous for hosting eminent personalities like Prince Charles and Princess Diana, Jackie Kennedy, and Bill Clinton over the years.

Architecture

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The  City Palace has the best of 18th century Rajput architecture along with the other architecture influences of the royal heritage, grid pattern, the interiors have ornate chambers, large and airy perception halls, crystal chandeliers, gilded wall decorations, intricate carvings and an internationally recognized museum in the palace complex.

Additionally, the Gudliya Suite listed on Airbnb has its own lounge, kitchen, luxurious bathroom, and private, indoor swimming pool.

Experience The Royal Life

Your journey will begin with a chauffeur-driven vehicle awaiting your arrival at the airport. A private butler will be along with the guests to take care of all their special needs and will look after the travel arrangements, sightseeing around the city, as well as organizing restaurant bookings, and much more. A member of the royal family will be your Airbnb host who will also accompany you around the city. One can indulge in authentic Rajasthani cuisine with a stunning view of the Aravalli Hills where peacocks roam freely. One can have their meals prepared as per your preference with delicacies like laal maas. Guests can also have top-shelf wine and champagne for themselves.

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 21-year-old ace polo-player Sawai Padmanabh Singh succeeded his grandfather in 2011 as the Maharaja of The City Palace. He is the first Maharaja to offer a stay at his palace on Airbnb. To help support the women’s empowerment initiatives of the Princess Diya Kumari Foundation, which gots its name after his mother.

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The Airbnb Palace

“I am thrilled that my family and I are partnering with Airbnb to bring the splendor of Rajasthan to life for travellers from around the world. My own travels with Airbnb makes me feel very welcome in new cities and cultures, and I am happy that the experience of quintessential Indian hospitality will be shared with others,” his Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh.

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Finally, there’s a special when its time to bid adiue. For living the royal life they can sit in the palace’s gardens for a spot of afternoon tea. Savouring one last sip as they carry back memories, history and grandeur of the maharaja life and The City Palace. The funds from every booking will go to the Princess Diya Kumari Foundation. It is a nonprofit organisation that is dedicates itself to supporting the rural women and artisans in Rajasthan.