The Bar/Lounge at Samode Palace

"The palace itself is worth exploring (especially for the gorgeous 250-year-old frescoes in Durbar Hall, or the even lovelier Sultan Mahal); other than this there's not much to see or do here besides sample the cuisine, relax at their beautiful new rooftop infinity pool, or sit in the corner Jacuzzi cantilevered out in space over the hills with Samode Fort casting a watchful eye over you"

"Ask the staff to show you around the intricately painted Darbar Hall and the magnificent Sheesh Mahal, or hall of mirrors"

"It’s surrounded by lounge chairs and the deck is a blissfully quiet and serene place to enjoy a cold Kingfisher beer in the sun"