Step out of Hotel Janak Vilas and you’re practically in the heart of old Udaipur. The City Palace complex is barely a 250-metre stroll from the doorstep, and Jagdish Temple is close enough that most guests just walk over — about 750 metres down the road. For anyone who wants to explore the old city on foot rather than hop in and out of cabs all day, this location does a lot of the work for you.

Inside, the hotel leans into its Rajputana roots — think carved wooden furniture, warm colour palettes and a distinctly Udaipur feel — while still keeping the everyday comforts guests expect. There are 21 rooms spread across four categories: Standard, Deluxe, Superior, and a couple of Suites with their own Jacuzzi. Every room comes with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV, so the heritage look never comes at the cost of convenience.

Food is where Janak Vilas quietly stands out. Besides the multi-cuisine restaurant downstairs, there’s a rooftop dining space and a lounge that’s perfect for unwinding with a view over the old city in the evening. Beyond that, the basics are all covered too — free Wi-Fi, complimentary parking, round-the-clock room service, daily housekeeping, and airport transfers if you ask for one.