Udaipur’s accommodation scene spans from Rs 500/night backpacker guesthouses in the old city lanes to US$500+/night palace hotels on Lake Pichola’s islands and shores. Your choice of neighbourhood determines everything: whether you wake up to a lake view, how far you walk to the City Palace, and what you’ll pay. Here’s where to stay in each area, with specific hotel recommendations at every budget level. Check the Udaipur weather by month guide for more details. Check the things to do in Udaipur guide for more details.
Where to Stay in Udaipur: Old City and Lal Ghat
The old city and Lal Ghat area is the most convenient base for sightseeing, with the City Palace, Jagdish Temple, and Lake Pichola boat jetty all within a 10-minute walk. Narrow lanes mean auto-rickshaws drop you 100-200 metres from most hotels, so be prepared to walk with your luggage. The lake-facing rooftops are this area’s defining feature: most guesthouses and small hotels have a terrace restaurant with views across the water to the Lake Palace and City Palace. Rooms range from basic windowless cells at the budget end to beautifully restored haveli rooms with carved balconies. Check the best time to visit Udaipur guide for more details. Check the Udaipur travel tips guide for more details.
Suggested Hotels in Old City and Lal Ghat
Taj Lake Palace
Set on its own island in Lake Pichola, this 18th-century marble palace is one of India’s most photographed hotels and a destination in itself. Rooms feature carved arches, silk upholstery, and views of the City Palace across the water. Best for honeymooners and travellers seeking an iconic bucket-list experience. Check rates and availability
Jaiwana Haveli
A restored heritage haveli on the Lal Ghat lakefront with 24 rooms, a rooftop restaurant overlooking Lake Pichola, and some of the best mid-range value in the old city. The rooftop is a popular sunset spot even for non-guests. Best for couples and travellers who want a lake view without the palace price tag. Check rates and availability
Hotel Pichola Haveli
A 2-star haveli-style hotel steps from Bagore ki Haveli and Gangaur Ghat, with simple but clean rooms and an excellent rooftop restaurant. Rooms at the front have partial lake views. Best for budget travellers who want old city location without the old city price. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Udaipur: Fateh Sagar Lake Area
The Fateh Sagar Lake area, 3km north of the old city, offers a quieter, more residential experience with wider roads, modern amenities, and easy access to the lake’s walking path. This area suits families, longer-stay travellers, and anyone who prefers modern comforts over old-city atmosphere. The old city is a 15-minute auto-rickshaw ride (Rs 80-100). Check the Udaipur events and festivals guide for more details.
Suggested Hotels in Fateh Sagar Lake Area
The Oberoi Udaivilas
Spread over 50 acres on the former hunting grounds of the Maharana of Mewar, the Oberoi Udaivilas is a palatial resort with domed pavilions, reflection pools, and direct lake frontage. The property includes a full-service spa, two restaurants, and rooms with private courtyards or semi-private pools. Best for luxury travellers who want a resort experience rather than a city hotel. Check rates and availability
Radisson Blu Udaipur Palace Resort & Spa
A large resort-style property on the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake with an outdoor pool, spa, and two restaurants. Rooms are modern and spacious with balconies facing the lake or gardens. Best for families and business travellers who want reliable international-standard amenities. Check rates and availability
Hotel Lakend
A mid-range hotel on the Fateh Sagar Lake promenade with a rooftop pool and restaurant, offering lake views at a fraction of the luxury resort prices. Rooms are contemporary with clean design. Best for couples and solo travellers who want lake proximity with modern facilities. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Udaipur: Railway Station and Budget Zone
The area around Udaipur City Railway Station and Udaipole bus stand, 2.5km east of the old city, concentrates the city’s cheapest accommodation. Rooms start at Rs 400-600/night for basic private rooms with attached bathrooms. This area is noisy and has zero lake views, but it’s practical for late-night train arrivals and early departures. Uber, Ola, and auto-rickshaws connect to the old city in 10-15 minutes (Rs 60-80). Check the Udaipur neighborhoods guide for more details.
Suggested Hotels near Railway Station
Hotel Udai Median
A clean mid-range hotel 500 metres from the railway station with air-conditioned rooms, an in-house vegetarian restaurant, and reliable WiFi. Rooms are functional rather than atmospheric. Best for transit stays and travellers prioritizing proximity to the station. Check rates and availability
OYO 11569 Hotel Om Parvat
A basic budget hotel 1km from the station with air-cooled and AC rooms, 24-hour front desk, and a small rooftop. Cleanliness varies by room; inspect before paying. Best for backpackers on the tightest budgets who need a bed near the station. Check rates and availability
Mewar Inn
A long-running budget guesthouse with a small garden courtyard, 1.5km from the station toward the old city. Rooms are simple but the garden sitting area and helpful owner give it more character than the station-area competition. Best for solo budget travellers who want a quieter budget option within walking distance of the old city. Check rates and availability
