Ran Baas The Palace
Royal heritage immersion. Sikh, Mughal, and Rajput architectural details layered together, restored obsessively rather than replicated. Think high ceilings, gemstone-themed suites, peacock chandeliers in the bar, and a breakfast served in a hall painted floor-to-ceiling with mythological murals. It's theatrical but grounded in real history.
Ask for a suite with original frescoes — specifically mentioned in the Luxury Suite and some others
Why It Matters
Punjab's first luxury palace hotel. Earned a Michelin One Key in its debut year. Named on the Condé Nast Traveller Hot List 2025, the Prix Versailles 2025, and recognized among the World's Most Beautiful New Hotels 2025. The restoration — led by an all-woman team — is a genuine conservation landmark, with local artisans retrained in centuries-old building techniques including traditional lime plaster and fresco restoration.
Ran Baas The Palace is Punjab's first luxury palace hotel — a 300-year-old double-courtyard complex that was once the private quarters for the queens of the Phulkian Dynasty's maharajas, sitting inside Qila Mubarak, Patiala's sprawling 10-acre 18th-century fort. The place was derelict, infested with rats, and largely untouched for six decades before Priya Paul of Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels enlisted renowned conservation architect Abha Narain Lambah to drag it back to life. What they've done is serious work: 610 chandeliers, hand-retouched frescoes, revived lime plaster araish walls, original carved wooden doors, and 35 suites — each designed differently — that open in November 2024 to immediate global acclaim.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Deluxe Suite
A tribute to Punjabi literary heritage — named for a poet and writer, designed with subtle artistic elements and rich furnishings. Features a personal balcony with market views over the Adalat Bazar, a cozy living area, and a bathtub. Intimate and serene.
King
Heritage Suite
Warm earthy tones, intricate artwork, and luxurious furnishings inspired by its namesake gemstone. Views of the central courtyard, garden courtyard, and Androon Qila dome. Includes a bathtub. Spacious bedroom with living area and lavish en-suite bathroom.
KingJunior Suite
Entry-level suite with rich furnishings, traditional motifs, and exquisite detailing. Large corridor area, market views, and proximity to Shesh Mahal. Large windows or private sit-outs offer scenic views of palace gardens. King bed with lavish en-suite bathroom.
King
Legacy Suite
Regal experience with a big daybed area, plush bedding, intricate décor, and heritage accents. Market views and proximity to the historic Shesh Mahal. Large windows let in natural light. Equipped with contemporary amenities including minibar and complimentary Wi-Fi.
King
Luxury Suite
Bathed in seven shades of white with embroidered silk textiles, mirrored and marble furniture, and silver accents. Original faded animal paintings on the wall behind the bed hint at the palace's hunting legacy. Lavish bathroom with bathtub, walk-in wardrobe, and a balcony overlooking the Darbar Hall. Garden courtyard and fountain views.
King
Premier Suite
Decorated with fine miniature paintings reflecting the palace's heritage. Plush king-sized bed, stylish living area, vibrant interiors in warm tones with traditional motifs. Features a sit-out area toward the second courtyard with garden and fountain views. Lavish en-suite bathroom.
KingPresidential Suite
The top-tier suite — hexagonal layout, teal and monochrome patterns, large private terrace, swimming pool view and views over the Androon Qila dome. High ceilings, antique furnishings, plush upholstery, and a private seating area. Max 2 guests. Marble bed.
KingThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A curated walk through the famous Adalat Bazaar market lanes that surround Qila Mubarak — one of the most atmospheric old bazaars in Punjab. Staff will accompany guests and point out the best spots for phulkari textiles, local sweets, and spices.
Classes in traditional Punjabi arts, crafts, and cultural practices, offered as part of the hotel's broader effort to showcase regional heritage.
Guided city tour covering Patiala's spiritual and architectural highlights — Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib, Kali Mata Mandir, Sheesh Mahal / Moti Bagh Palace Museum, Baradari Gardens, and more. Includes visits to heritage religious sites. Included in the Royal Sojourn package.
A guided walk through the Qila Mubarak complex and the restored palace spaces — the history is genuinely extraordinary and worth hearing from an informed guide. Part of the Royal Sojourn package but can be arranged independently.
Billiards available on-site — in keeping with the maharaja-era pastimes the hotel celebrates.
Learn to cook traditional Patiala royal dishes with the hotel's chefs — the same recipes that fed the nawabi tables. Includes dishes like bhatti da murgh and traditional Punjabi kababs.
High tea on the palace terraces overlooking Qila Androon. The golden-hour views across the fort complex are exceptional. Included in the Royal Sojourn package.
Yoga sessions available at the property — specific schedule on request.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
High-speed Wi-Fi (25+ Mbps) throughout the property and in all suites.
Daily buffet breakfast served 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Includes Punjabi classics (chole bhature), continental options, fruit murabbas, and cheese platters.
Grand courtyards, Darbar Hall, Jalau Khana, and Mubarak — all available for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.
Every guest is assigned a dedicated personal butler available around the clock. Reviewers consistently highlight butlers as the standout element of the service experience.
Jasmine-scented gardens with marble pathways and colonnaded verandas. The Moulsari Garden features a 200-year-old Moulsari tree under which alfresco dining can be arranged.
A year-round outdoor pool in the Aqua courtyard — the former Lassi Khana (royal kitchens), now a Moroccan-style space with tiled floors, archways, and potted plants. A pink lotus chandelier hangs above it.
On-site designer stores for shopping.
Open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.
BUILD YOUR RAN BAAS THE PALACE PLAN
Rooms, dining, spa, and resort experiences — organized into one trip plan.
Start Planning