The Lalit Laxmi Vilas Palace Udaipur

5-Star Heritage Hilltop Palace | The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group

Udaipur, India

From Rs.12,000 - Rs.32,000 per night Best: October to March (peak: November-February) Up to 1,500 guests on the Aangan lawn

"A grand heritage palace built by Maharana Fateh Singh in 1911 - 55 heritage rooms & suites, perched on a hilltop directly opposite Fateh Sagar Lake, with the iconic 1,500-guest Aangan lawn offering panoramic lake and Aravalli sunset views, plus 800-guest Royal Lawn and Amrapali Hall."

The Lalit Laxmi Vilas Palace Udaipur  -  1911 hilltop heritage wedding palace overlooking Fateh Sagar

The Lalit Laxmi Vilas Palace is a majestic heritage hotel that sits high on a hilltop overlooking Fateh Sagar Lake, offering perhaps the most iconic panoramic sunset views in Udaipur. Built by His Highness Maharana Fateh Singh in 1911 as the royal hunting lodge and lakeside retreat, this palace showcases a stunning blend of Victorian and Rajasthani architecture with frescoes, jharokhas and grand courtyards. Now managed by The Lalit Group (Bharat Hotels), it is famous for its grand "Aangan" (lower lawn) and manicured upper Royal Lawn where royalty once strolled. It offers a cinematic setting for a wedding, with the glittering Fateh Sagar Lake on one side and the 1911 heritage palace facade on the other - unique among Udaipur venues for combining authentic 100+ year heritage with direct lake views.

Room Rates & Wedding Booking Cost

Deluxe Room

Rs.12,000 - Rs.32,000 per night

($145 - $385 per night)

Suite

Rs.40,000 - Rs.1,20,000 per suite/night

($480 - $1,440 per suite/night)

Minimum Stay: Minimum 2 nights

Booking Includes: Room accommodation, breakfast, taxes, Wi-Fi, pool, Lalit heritage palace tour, bagpiper welcome

Charged Separately: F&B for wedding events, venue rental, decor, DJ, bar

Best Season for Weddings

Recommended

October, November, December

January, February, March

Peak Months

November, December, February

Book 8-12 months ahead

Avoid

May, June, July

Hilltop location + lake breeze keeps temperatures pleasant - 12-26 deg C. Avoid May-Aug.

Location & Accessibility

Located directly opposite Fateh Sagar Lake on a hill. Centrally located, just 5 km / 15 minutes from city center and 24 km / 45 minutes from Maharana Pratap Airport. Well-paved hilltop driveway accommodates all vehicles and buses.

Maharana Pratap Airport (UDR)

24 km / 45-minute drive

Udaipur Railway Station

5 km / 15-minute drive

Nearby Attractions for Wedding Guests

Fateh Sagar Lake

0.2 km (directly opposite) - Lake

Sahelion ki Bari

1 km - Heritage Garden

Moti Magri / Maharana Pratap Memorial

1.5 km - Heritage

City Palace Udaipur

6 km - Royal Palace

Wedding Types & Services

Ceremonies Supported

Hindu Wedding Sikh Wedding Marwari Wedding NRI Wedding Christian Wedding Jain Wedding Heritage Wedding Big-fat Indian Wedding

NRI Friendly Perfect for NRI & International Couples

  • Lalit Connect Loyalty benefits
  • Multi-currency invoicing
  • Virtual venue tours
  • Visa support letters
  • Bagpiper welcome ceremony
  • Fateh Sagar Lake heritage views
  • International chef collaborations

Venue Policies & Permissions

Outside Decorators Yes
Outside Catering No
Alcohol Served Yes
DJ / Music Yes
Fireworks Yes
Baraat Procession Yes
Baraat with Horse Yes
Outdoor Pheras Yes
Pre-wedding Photoshoot Yes
Overnight Events Yes
Veg Only Veg & Non-Veg Both
Jain Food Available Yes

Music/DJ cutoff: 12:30 AM

Event Spaces

Aangan Lawn Lalit Laxmi Vilas  -  1500 guest lakefront heritage wedding lawn

Aangan (The Lower Lawn)

Capacity: Up to 1,500 guests

Outdoor (Heritage Lakefront Lawn)
Pheras Grand Reception Sangeet

A massive heritage lawn overlooking Fateh Sagar Lake, offering one of the most spectacular sunset views in Udaipur for a wedding reception or pheras with lake reflections.

Amrapali Hall Lalit Laxmi Vilas heritage banquet

Amrapali Hall

Capacity: Up to 250 guests

Indoor (Heritage Banquet)
Indoor Rituals Sit-down Dinner Mehendi

A royal indoor banquet hall featuring 1911 heritage architecture, chandeliers and Mewar frescoes - ideal for indoor rituals, dining or monsoon contingency.

Royal Lawn Lalit Laxmi Vilas Palace

Royal Lawn

Capacity: Up to 400 guests

Outdoor (Upper Garden)
Sangeet Haldi Mehendi

An upper-level manicured garden right in front of the 1911 palace facade - perfect for a regal Sangeet or Haldi with palace heritage as backdrop.

Lake View Terrace Lalit Laxmi Vilas

Lake View Terrace

Capacity: Up to 150 guests

Outdoor (Rooftop Terrace)
Sundowner Cocktails Pre-wedding

Heritage rooftop terrace with the most photographed Fateh Sagar sunset view in Udaipur.

Sample Wedding Itinerary

3 days, 2 nights | 500-1,000 guests | Est. Rs.1,50,00,000 - Rs.4,00,00,000

Day 1 Royal Welcome & Lake Sundowner

Grand welcome with bagpipers and royal Marwari salute. High tea at the Lake View Terrace. Sundowner at the Aangan lawn watching the Fateh Sagar Lake shimmer in golden light.

Day 2 Mehendi & Heritage Sangeet

Mehendi at the Royal Lawn with henna artists. Afternoon Rejuve Spa for the wedding party. Sangeet in the Amrapali Hall with 1911 heritage decor, chandeliers and Mewar frescoes.

Day 3 Wedding Day

Baraat procession up the heritage hilltop driveway with horse, camel and Mewar musicians. Pheras at the Aangan lawn overlooking Fateh Sagar Lake. Royal feast under the stars with cold-pyrotechnic fireworks reflecting on the lake.

Expert Insights & FAQs

Q: What is the wedding cost at Lalit Laxmi Vilas Palace?

Rooms Rs.12,000-32,000 per night, suites Rs.40,000-1,20,000. Full buyout (55 rooms x 2 nights) typically Rs.20-40 lakh. Total wedding budgets for 500-1,000 guests range Rs.1.5-4 crore - best heritage-with-lake-view value in Udaipur.

Q: Is this a Taj hotel?

No - this property is managed by "The Lalit" group of hotels (Bharat Hotels), known for their focus on luxury, inclusion and heritage preservation. Lalit Group operates multiple heritage hotels across India.

Q: Does it have a lake view from the rooms?

Yes - many of the Premium Lake View Rooms and Heritage Suites offer stunning vistas of Fateh Sagar Lake and the surrounding Aravalli hills. Lake View Terrace also offers panoramic views for all guests.

Q: Is the climb to the hotel steep?

The hotel is on a hill, but the driveway is well-paved and accessible for all vehicles and buses including baraat horses and camels. The elevation is what gives it such amazing panoramic lake and Aravalli views.

Q: Can we have a procession?

Yes - the winding road leading up to the heritage palace porch is perfect for a dramatic and scenic Baraat procession with horse, camel and Mewar musicians.

Q: Is it a good spot for photography?

Absolutely - with the 1911 heritage palace facade on one side and the expansive Fateh Sagar Lake on the other, it is one of the most photogenic venues in Udaipur. The Aangan lawn at sunset has been featured in multiple wedding magazines.

Q: What is special about the Aangan lawn?

Aangan (the lower lawn) is a 1,500-guest heritage lawn carved into the hillside directly overlooking Fateh Sagar Lake. The sunset view from Aangan is among the most photographed wedding ceremony backdrops in India.

Q: How does Lalit compare to other Udaipur heritage venues?

Lalit Laxmi Vilas wins on authentic 1911 heritage + direct Fateh Sagar Lake views + central location at mid-luxury pricing. Taj Lake Palace, Oberoi Udaivilas, Leela win on Lake Pichola + ultra-luxury (3-5x cost). Shiv Niwas wins on City Palace complex prestige. Lalit is the smart choice for value-conscious heritage wedding lovers who want lake views.

Q: What is the best season for a wedding here?

October to March (peak Nov-Feb). Hilltop + lake breeze stays pleasant. Avoid May-Aug (monsoon).

Q: Are drones allowed for photography?

Yes - drone photography is permitted with prior approval. The hilltop palace + Fateh Sagar Lake setting offers exceptional aerial shots.

At a Glance

Room Rate:
Rs.12,000 - Rs.32,000 per room/night
Capacity:
Up to 1,500 guests on the Aangan lawn
Setting:
1911 Heritage Hilltop Palace Overlooking Fateh Sagar Lake
Rooms:
55 Heritage Rooms & Suites
Best Season:
October to March (peak: November-February)
Category:
5-Star Heritage Hilltop Palace

Key Features

  • Panoramic views of Fateh Sagar Lake from every venue
  • Authentic 1911 heritage architecture (Maharana Fateh Singh era)
  • Bagpiper welcome and royal Marwari salute
  • Okra - multi-cuisine restaurant
  • Centrally located close to Saheliyon Ki Bari and old city attractions
  • Elevated hilltop location for privacy and views
  • Heritage frescoes and Victorian-Rajasthani fusion architecture
  • 1,500-guest Aangan heritage lawn with lake views
  • Lalit Group brand reliability
  • Outside decorators permitted

Concierge Note

Ideal for sunset ceremonies. The best weather window is October to March (peak: November-February). Popular with NRI couples planning from abroad.

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