The Oberoi Group has opened The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho, a 350-year-old palace set on a 76-acre estate with a natural lake, Sal and Palash forests, and Vindhyachal mountain views.
Located near Panna
National Park and Khajuraho’s UNESCO temples, it offers 65 rooms and suites,
including private pool villas and palace suites, blending royal heritage with
modern luxury.
Dining options feature Maanya for royal
recipes, Neerangan for Indian and international cuisine, and Amrava for
cocktails and small plates, alongside private dining venues.
Event spaces accommodate up to 200 guests
indoors and outdoors.
The Asmi by Oberoi spa,
lakeside pools, and immersive experiences like guided temple tours, safaris,
and local cultural activities ensure holistic wellbeing and exploration.
The palace embraces sustainability,
including solar energy, water recycling, organic cultivation, and community
support, combining ecological stewardship with luxurious hospitality and
cultural preservation.
Reflecting on the
transformation, Arjun Oberoi, Executive Chairman, The Oberoi Group, said, “The
restoration of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace has been an extraordinary journey of
bringing history back to life. Our teams worked meticulously to preserve the
architectural integrity of this remarkable Bundela monument while introducing
contemporary comforts with sensitivity and respect. Every arch, courtyard and
detail has been revived with the intention of honouring the palace’s heritage
and creating a timeless experience for generations of travellers to come.”
Vikram Oberoi, CEO,
The Oberoi Group, further added, “The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace reflects our
long-term strategy of creating exceptional luxury destinations in locations of
deep cultural and natural significance. Rajgarh presented us with a unique
opportunity to safeguard a historic palace while redefining it for the
discerning global traveller. Our focus has been to integrate heritage,
sustainability and contemporary design into an experience that is immersive and
relevant. With its remarkable setting, thoughtful restoration and curated guest
journeys, Rajgarh strengthens our portfolio of distinctive destinations and
underscores our commitment to growing with purpose and integrity. We are
delighted to welcome guests from India and from across the world to discover
this extraordinary addition to the Oberoi portfolio.”
Mohit Nirula, Chief
Operating Officer, The Oberoi Group, noted, “The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace
showcases our commitment to delivering experiences that are immersive,
personalised and executed with uncompromising attention to detail. The
integration of heritage, wilderness and contemporary luxury required
exceptional coordination across design, operations and guest experience teams.
I am immensely proud of the passion and precision with which our colleagues
have brought this palace to life. I am confident our guests will experience
Oberoi hospitality at its finest - authentic, heartfelt and deeply meaningful.”
Reflecting on the opening, Manav Mathur, General Manager, The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, said, “Bringing Rajgarh back to life has been both an honour and a responsibility. This palace carries centuries of stories, and our endeavour has been to preserve its soul while creating a luxury experience that feels warm, sincere and deeply connected to the region. Our team is dedicated to ensuring every guest feels the magic of Rajgarh - its landscapes, its history and its hospitality.” -TradeArabia News Service