-Shekhawati’s
magnificent havelis or mansions, built by
rich merchants of the region, display a
unique architectural style
-The
havelis, painted predominantly in the blue,
maroon, yellows,green and indigo have beautiful
wall paintings that adorn their walls.
The Samode Haveli
Amidst the bustle of one of India’s most historical
cities, Samode Haveli is a peaceful respite .This unique
atmosphere of the contemporary and the historic gives
Samode Haveli a warm & friendly atmosphere enabling
guests to relax and treat it as a home away from home!
With its understated luxury, antique furniture, furnishings
and original work-of-art, the hotel is a celebration of
traditional values and gracious living.
History
The Samode Haveli was built over 150 years ago by Rawal
Sheo Singhji, a Prime Minister in the Jaipur court, who
belonged to the family of Samode, tracing their relation
to the Jaipur Maharaja the fabled Prithviraj Singhji the
17th prince of the Kacchawala Rajputs.
Location
It stands in the heart of the sprawling walled city of
Jaipur suffused with an atmosphere of quiet beauty. It’s
central location makes it a convenient place to stay,
moments away from virtually all Jaipur’s attractions
- historical and cultural monuments and sites of interest
like the historical and imposing Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal
(Palace of Winds), Jal Mahal (Lake Palace), City Palace
Museum, Shopping & entertainment.
Amenities
Guest Rooms
There are 22 well appointed rooms and suites furnished
with genuine antiques and fixtures, old family portraits
adorn the walls . Most of the rooms have a separate dressing
area. All rooms have bathrooms with shower and tub with
hot and cold water, air conditioning, television with
cable connection, telephones with international dialing
facilities.. The spacious Maharaja and Maharani suites
are absolutely stunning, with every inch of the ceiling
and walls ornately painted and ornamented with mirror
mosaics.
Dining and Bar
Samode Haveli features a spectacular hand painted (from
floor to ceiling) dining hall which provides a special
setting for dinner, a beautiful airy verandah (lounge)
where afternoon tea is a treat and where you can enjoy
delicate teas & cakes.
Reacreational and other facilities
Open air swimming pool, Jacuzzi and a wading pool for
children. Relax in the lush green garden filled with scented
flowers and old trees, where the staff can also arrange
for private lunches & candle light dinners.Every evening
enjoy a drink, cultural and puppet shows in the central
courtyard.
