In words, the hobby takes eighty rupees. But if that hobby is to live a royal life, then needless to say that the pull on the pocket will be quite strong. In fact, the mood is real. Expenditure does not give the full taste of luxury. There are some addresses on Indian soil, where the cost of one night is equal to several years of income of a typical middle class. But it is better not to judge by the value of what is matched in return for that cost. This is a rare opportunity to capture the moment of history in your life.

Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur

Standing on the Chittar Hill in the blue city of Jodhpur, this palace still speaks the last words of nobility. Interestingly, a part of this palace is still inhabited by the royal family of Jodhpur. The cost of spending one night in the ‘Maharaja Suite’ or ‘Presidential Suite’ here is around 8 to 12 lakh rupees. However, for common tourists, rooms are available from Tk 40,000. Entering the palace in a vintage car and being greeted with a royal tilak service will instantly put you in Rajarasan. Stepping into the interior of this palace made of more than 4,000 marble stones, you will feel like you have stepped back decades. Giant chandeliers and sparkling white marble floors are a royal touch throughout.

Oberoi Amarvilas of Agra

Spending a night witnessing the Taj Mahal is a dream for many. Oberoi Amarvilas’ ‘Kohinoor Suite’ makes that dream come true. For this, the cost per night is about 8 to 12 lakhs. The biggest attraction of this room is its location. From the bed to the bathroom, Shah Jahan’s immortal creation will accompany you through every window. Avoid the crowds and long lines and see the Taj Mahal from your own private window. The service here is so perfect and ‘telepathic’ that your needs will appear before you speak them. Mainly foreign heads of state and famous stars became the chief guests of this suite.

Rambagh Palace in Jaipur

Jaipur in Rajasthan means palace. But the Rambagh Palace is its crown jewel. The once royal residence is now a luxury paradise for tourists. If you want to stay in the ‘Grand Presidential Suite’ here, you will lose more than 10 lakh rupees from your pocket. Fine wall art, gold-studded designs and silk carpets—all in all a divine affair. Peacocks roaming in the garden and the smell of history in the palace atrium will transport you to another era. The food served on the thali at its own restaurant ‘Suvarna Mahal’ is reminiscent of those old royal feasts. From the afternoon tea ceremony to the lamp lit evening aarti, every step exudes royal nobility.