The Gudliya Suite at the 300-year-old City Palace, which has seen guests such as Princess Diana and Oprah Winfrey, is available for booking at $10,800 a night—plus you'll be in the presence of Airbnb's very first royal host
One of India's most iconic landmarks, the City Palace was built in the 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II who founded Jaipur, the capital of the Rajasthan state. A shining example of Rajput architecture, the interior of the palace is as ornate and lavish as you can imagine complete with intricate carvings, gilded walls and crystal chandeliers. The sprawling complex houses not just the royal residence but also a famous museum.
Over the centuries, the royal family has only ever allowed friends and specially invited guests such as Bill Clinton and Prince Charles to stay at the palace. From November 23, the Gudliya Suite will be available for booking on Airbnb, with the 21-year-old monarch of Jaipur, Padmanabh Singh, as your host—the first royal host of Airbnb.