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The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho
Khajuraho, India · Oberoi · Grand Luxury
Maharaja Hindu Pat of the Bundela dynasty built this palace on the Maniyagarh Hills roughly 350 years ago; The Oberoi Group restored it across a 76-acre estate with forests and a natural lake and opened 65 rooms on 27 November 2025, minutes from Panna National Park and the UNESCO temples of Khajuraho. TIME named it among the World's Greatest Places in 2026 within its first year.
- 65 rooms
- Opened 2025
- Neighborhood: Rajgarh
- Rooms from 538 sq ft (50 m²)
About The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho
- The roughly 350-year-old palace was originally built by Maharaja Hindu Pat of the Bundela dynasty on the slopes of the Maniyagarh Hills.
- Set on a 76-acre estate with Sal and Palash forests and a natural lake, it lies minutes from Panna National Park and a short drive from the UNESCO temples of Khajuraho.
- The Oberoi Group opened the restored 65-room palace hotel on 27 November 2025, preserving heritage limestone architecture, corridors and courtyards.
- It was named to TIME magazine's World's Greatest Places list in 2026, within its first year of operation.
- Entry-level rooms start at 538 sq ft (50 m²).
History
The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho occupies a meticulously restored palace described as roughly 350 years old, originally built by Maharaja Hindu Pat of the Bundela dynasty on the slopes of the Maniyagarh Hills. Set within a 76-acre estate with a natural lake and surrounded by ancient Sal and Palash forests, it lies minutes from Panna National Park and a short drive from the UNESCO World Heritage temples of Khajuraho.
The Oberoi Group opened the hotel on 27 November 2025, following a careful restoration that preserved the palace's heritage limestone architecture, corridors and courtyards while introducing modern comforts. The estate offers 65 rooms and suites, including grand Palace Suites, private pool villas, and rooms with private gardens and terraces overlooking the hills, forests and lake, with a spa, infinity pool and the two-bedroom Kohinoor Suite among its signature spaces.
The setting
9-minute walk to Lakshmana Temple.
Restaurants and bars
- Maanya — Restaurant · Authentic royal recipes from an era gone by
- Neerangan — Restaurant · Indian and international
- Amrava — Bar · Inventive cocktails and artisanal small plates
Experiences
- Footsteps of the Chandela — Led by the palace historian, begins at dawn and reveals the beauty of Khajuraho's temples at sunrise before a lakeside breakfast.
- Crown of the Wild — An Oberoi-curated safari bringing guests face-to-face with the wildlife of Panna National Park, guided by expert naturalists.
- Canyon of Legends — Explores the dramatic granite formations of Raneh Gorge and the Ken Gharial Sanctuary before concluding with handcrafted cocktails at Amrava.
- Evening dhoop daan rituals, dance performances and storytelling sessions — Evenings that illuminate the region's history, ecology and legends.
- Guided palace explorations — Reveal hidden chambers, ancient shrines, subterranean passages and the remains of the Mastani Mahal.
- The Royal Quest and The Mindful Maharaja — Imaginative experiences for younger guests.
Amenities
- Spa
- Pool
- Fitness center
- Butler service
Awards
- Prix Versailles (Hotels) (2026)
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