Raas, Jodhpur India, Rajasthan

This restored eighteenth century Rajput palace is now a stylish hotel, a great mix of ancient and modern in the walled city of Jodhpur. Constructed at the foot of the Mehrangarh Fort, the contemporary architecture and furnishings blend well with the pink sandstone surrounding it. You’ll also find charismatic sandstone furnishings inside the rooms. Raas is a swish address in the city featuring stunning views of the fort from pretty much every angle possible, in particular from the chic roof top bar. The atmosphere here is calm and understated and the location couldn't be better.

Choose from luxury rooms or duplex and heritage suites. The suites are ideal for those seeking a bit of extra space and some extraordinary views of the fort. The restaurant at Raas is one of the best in the region, and plenty of people frequent it for world class locally-sourced Indian food.

The whole experience at Raas is slick. If you are seeking tranquillity and a bit of distance from the city, you might prefer to stay somewhere a bit further out. But Raas is certainly a trendy address, perfect for those who want to be right where the action is.