Utelia Palace

A royal structure with outstanding elegance, Utelia Palace stands with élan between Ahmedabad and Bhavnagar. Manifesting the exclusive architectural skill of the Gujarati sect, the Palace, now a heritage hotel, has a typical local décor that goes well the surrounding ambience of the place.

Situated near the river Bhugavo, Utelia Palace is characterized by high pedestals, carved entrances and majestic chandeliers that brighten the spacious dining hall of the Palace. Reminding the tourists of the extravaganza of the past rulers of the place, Utelia Palace possesses some rare masterpieces.

Offering the best of hospitality services, the Palace houses 14 well-furnished rooms that come with antique beds, portraits and all modern amenities. Individual balconies, round the clock room service, phone facility, laundry, doctor on call and attached bath spaces are some of the common services that are provided to the user of each room.

Being located near the famed sanctuaries, Utelia Palace offers tour options in the neighboring villages by bullock carts, horses and jeeps. Velavadar National Park and Nalsarovar sanctuary are the two prime spots that are famous for fascinating reserve of blackbucks, harrier-hawk roost and a wide stretched marsh land, respectively.

Utelia Palace is quite popular among the travelers from around the globe for its diverse range of lip smacking dishes. Be it the local Gujarati cuisine, the Chinese recipes or the continental specialties, the restaurant corner of the Palace offer all kind of tasty plates to the tourist. Also, the barbeque on the external courtyard accompanied by folk shows by Padhar fishermen or Bharwad shepherds helps in rejuvenating the dining environment.

Among the nearby places of appeal Lothal and Hillal claims a special mention. While the former is believed to be the harbor of Indus Valley Civilization, the later is a mosque of 1330 AD.

A 78 km driveway from Ahmadabad, Utelia Palace truly symbolizes the grandeur and charm of the bygone era of Gujarati culture that entices the travelers instantly.