Hotel Bissau Palace

This is an amazing heritage property. We stayed here for 2 nights and were allotted the princess chamber. The staff was very hospitable and treated us like royalty. The food was amazing. The room was very well maintained. All the attractions like city palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal were closeby (within 2 km). The road immediately outside the Bissau palace was a little busy but we got transport immediately after stepping out. I enjoyed swim in the pool and got a tour of the property.. Honestly, me and my husband were tempted to spend more time at the property due to its old world charm.. we had to force ourselves to explore the city.. I would love to come back again. Thanks team

This is not a payed review. I wrote my personal experience- Tucked away in the heart of old Jaipur, behind the bustling Chandpole Gate, lies a secret from another era. Bissau Palace, one of Rajasthan’s first family run heritage hotels. The journey to its gates feels like slipping through time. Narrow lanes lined with glittering bangle shops, the chaos of old markets and suddenly, silence. A curved driveway framed by gardens opens to a palace that once hosted kings, queens and whispered stories of grandeur. The 151-year-old palace still stands proud, adorned with Shekhawati frescoes, black and white floors and courtyards echoing with history. Little did Theia, in her regal mood know that Maharani Gayatri Devi, Princess Diana and King Charles once graced this very space. Check in is not through a slick desk but an old world ledger. A charming reminder that here, time moves differently. We were welcomed into the Raghubir Chamber, a suite steeped in nostalgia, its yellow walls devoted to Krishna, it’s chandeliers glowing softly over twin beds that left Theia spoilt for choice. Every corner breathes stories. Photographs, paintings, heirlooms of a family that has preserved their legacy. After a long drive from Jaisalmer, the staff ensured our princess was served a royal meal of chicken, rice and vegetables. While the resident Saint Bernard looked on, clearly unamused at sharing his kingdom. The grand salons and libraries speak of a gilded past. Walls heavy with art, sparkling blue chandeliers, chainmail armour displayed like a silent sentinel of the warrior age. Then there is Aanjneya Singh Bissau himself. The Kunwar of Bissau Palace. A portrait of quiet nobility. Educated abroad, yet rooted in his heritage. He wears his legacy lightly, with a grace that speaks louder than grandeur. He showed us jewels, books and memories of evenings when Jaipur’s elite called this palace their watering hole. What lingered with me from our brief exchange with the young Kunwar was the warmth in his voice as he spoke of the palace, simply saying, “this is my home”. If you find yourself here and you must when you visit Jaipur. End your day with a rooftop view of Nahargarh glowing in the dusk. A perfect setting for an intimate dinner under the stars. Bissau Palace isn’t just a hotel. It’s a living fragment of Rajasthan’s royal soul, one that deserves to be cherished.

Beautiful, authentic Indian-style hotel with a lovely atmosphere. The breakfast and evening menus were both excellent, with plenty of choice and great quality. We also organised a day of sightseeing through the hotel, which was brilliant and really well arranged.||However, we also booked a street food tour (recommended by the hotel) which cost 5000 INR — very expensive for what it was. We only received one samosa, a chai tea, a mango lassi and an ice cream. We even saw the samosas being bought for 50 INR, and there was very little actual street food or explanation during the tour.||When we returned, we explained to the hotel that we didn’t feel it was worth the full amount and were happy to pay what we thought was fair. Unfortunately, the manager argued with us and even came to our room after 9pm to ask for payment, which was uncomfortable and disappointing.||This was the only downside to an otherwise lovely stay.

The staff at this absolutely beautiful heritage hotel are so warm and welcoming. It really is like staying in a museum and there is a deep sense of history everywhere you look. The breakfast needs an update and the palace is needing some maintenance. Don’t be out off by the gate and sign at the entrance, this place is enchanting… but yes, an updated entrance sign would most definitely help with first impressions.

Great hotel with spacious, clean rooms. The food in the restaurant was amazing. I had the Aloo Pyaz ki Sabzi and it was the best I’ve had so far :)

Overall, the hotel is in a state of disrepair and in dire need of a major renovation. We stayed one night out of a planned 4-night booking in early May. It is a struggle to understand how it could even be considered a 3-star hotel. The Negatives: The sheets and bedding were stained and threadbare, insulation from the A/C units was spewing into the room, and the electric wiring appeared to be original. Have I mentioned the lack of smoke detectors in the rooms? The pool and outdoor areas needed cleaning. The Positives: The common areas make a nice backdrop for photos. The staff was friendly enough...when you could find them. The cost? We found very comparable pricing in much higher quality properties.

We stayed at this Heritage property for 2 nights and the experience was absolutely amazing! Rooms were neat and clean with its historic charm with all the basic amenities equipped. Staff here is extremely kind and helpful they even helped us to manage Jaipur sightseeing within the limited time we had and provided us car and good driver. The only drawback is the location of the property it is located in a congested area which makes it difficult to locate the property but once you the enter the property it feels like a different world. The complimentary breakfast was delicious and the dinning area is stunning which will make you feel like a royalty. The property is at a walking distance from metro station.

It is a family-run heritage hotel, steeped in deep history. I was fascinated by the traditional architecture and stunning mural art! The ambience is enhanced by a display of traditional military artefacts that reflect the royal heritage of the Bissau family. The old, fading photographs of the family ancestors impart a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era! ||The dining rooms are cosy and tidy. There is a sense of refinement and class. The Bissau family is closely involved in day-to-day running of the hotel and this imparts a personal touch to the hospitality. The staff are dressed smartly, are polite and curteous. They are attentive to the smallest of your needs and are ever so helpful! ||I strongly recommend this hotel to anyone who wishes to experience the Rajput royal hospitality at it's finest! Well done, dear Bissaus!