Anantara Hotels & Resorts, the luxury brand Minor Hotels brand, has unveiled its first property in India, the Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur, described as a luxurious retreat of verdant grounds and palatial architecture.
Rooms and suites at the 150-key hotel overlook either the Pink City or an inner courtyard and include Premier and Deluxe Rooms as well as Deluxe Family Rooms. The Jewel Bagh One Bedroom Suite is 70sqm and includes a separate living room. The Anantara One Bedroom Terrace Suite is 65sqm, while the crown jewel is the 173sqm Presidential Two Bedroom Suite.
F&B options under executive chef Sunil Jajoria include the Sheesh Mahal signature restaurant, all-day dining Amrit Mahal, cozy Rajputana Chowk and for a royal experience, Designer Dining by Anantara.
The signature Anantara Spa, wedding and event space, including five landscaped gardens and the pillarless Kohinoor Mahal ballroom round out the amenities. For Minor, the Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur is the start of their accelerated growth to 50 properties in India within the next decade.
Minor Hotels group director of Public Relations and Communications, Mark Thomson, said Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur offers a window into a bygone era when some of India’s oldest dynasties – known as proud warriors and patrons of the arts – ruled Rajasthan.
The architects drew from a classical Rajasthani ancestral palace, blending a sense of royal heritage with modern elegance synonymous with Anantara. Graceful arches frame the façade, while traditional bay windows, known as jharokhas, add beauty and classic appeal to the exterior, inviting natural light and scenic views. Overhanging structures like chhajjas provide both decorative refinement and practical shade.
The rooms and suites connect guests to India’s past through hand-crafted details such as intricate tikri glasswork, hand-carved woodwork and golden leafing. Rich textiles in understated neutrals add heritage charm to Premier and Deluxe Rooms, while Deluxe Family Rooms ensure comfortable multi-generational stays that blend modern conveniences and old-world opulence.
Signature experiences
Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur offers a collection of signature experiences, both on and off the property. With the Royal Heritage Art Walk led by a resident artist, guests explore hand-painted murals and mosaics of the Rang Mahal ballroom within the hotel before joining a private session to create their own work of art.
Another opportunity to learn by doing is the Spice Spoons cooking class, which starts at a bustling local market, before turning fresh ingredients into a traditional meal and enjoying it in true Rajasthani style, sitting on low stools and eating with hands.
Guests can also book a Private Safari and Heritage Tour taking them into Ranthambore National Park to see Bengal tigers and other wildlife. Afterwards, a tour of the historic Ranthambore Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is followed by a picnic overlooking the wilderness. At the cultural village of Chokhi Dhani, pottery-making and turban-tying classes led by skilled artisans are paired with folk performances and a traditional feast. Guests can also explore Amber Fort during a private tour, milk cows in a local village and walk with giants at an elephant village.
The Anantara Spa, where Thai wellness traditions meet local expertise, features an on-site beauty salon and five treatment rooms for guests to rebalance with classic Ayurvedic therapies, and indulgent body treatments.
The property’s palatial setting and secluded location make it an attractive wedding and event destination. Guests can choose from five landscaped gardens, with the largest, Amer Bagh, accommodating up to 1,000 guests, while the pillarless Kohinoor Mahal ballroom can host up to 300 indoors. Poolside Bawdi Bagh and the charming emerald lawn of Mor Bagh are ideal for more intimate ceremonies in a relaxed and picturesque setting.
Anantara Jewel Bagh is 30 minutes from Jaipur International Airport with stays starting from US$165 (about AU$262) per night.
