A royal view! Inside the stunning 15th-century palace built into a hillside that's been converted into a luxury hotel - complete with India's first zip line




For holidaymakers wanting to be treated like royalty, this luxury palace could be the answer.

The Neemrana Fort Palace in India dates back to 1464 and has opened its doors to tourists after being transformed into a luxurious 55-bedroom hotel.

The enchanting building, which is located in a hillside to afford the former king views over the nearby village, boasts palace wings covering six acres of land over 12 separate levels - with rooms starting from £50 a night.

Breathtaking views: The Neemrana Fort Palace in India has been transformed into a 55-room hotel

Luxury hotel: The former palace boasts stunning views across the village of Neemrana in Rajasthan

Feeling brave? The hotel boasts India's first zip line which will take guests high above the village, boasting stunning views across the countryside

The five-star hotel, in Neemrana, Rajasthan, 108kms from Delhi Airport, has two swimming pools, a spa, an amphitheatre, restaurant, salon and conference rooms - as well as India's first zip line.



All rooms inside the former palace have traditional Indian furniture and antiques, boasting an authentic decor from throughout the ages.

Guests will also be able to learn about the palace's fascinating history - including how it became the third capital of the descendants of Prithviraj Chauhan III, king of the Rajput Chauhan dynasty.

Breathtaking panorama: The luxury hotel features seven palace wings over six acres across 12 separate levels

India adventure: The 55-bedroom former palace boasts stunning gardens filled with traditional flora and fauna

Magical: The pretty decor dates back thousands of years to when the property was first built in the 15th century

The king fled Delhi in 1192 after he was beaten in battle by Muhammad Ghori.

Then, in the 20th century, Raja Rajinder Singh of Neemrana moved away to Vijay Bagh and the Fort Palace crumbled as its ramparts began to give way.

The ruins were eventually snapped up for restoration in 1986 before the eye-catching building was opened as a heritage property in 1991.

The fort is now listed as one of the most unique hotels in the world.

A spokesman for The Neemrana Fort Palace said: 'Neemrana Fort Palace is not just a hotel.

Pool view: One of two of the former palace's swimming pools which guests can enjoy while staying at the property

Pampering: Tourists can enjoy spa treatments by the main swimming pool while staying at the Neemrana Fort Palace in India

Hillside location: The former palace was built into a mountainside so the king could look out over the nearby village

' All efforts have been made to maintain the old charm of the property and to ensure basic comforts that have come to be associated with the changes in lifestyle since 1464 are provided.

' Neemrana offers a unique experience of seeing and living history.

' It has all the facilities of a modern five-star resort, in a truly historic setting, allowing you to enjoy modern comforts while you relax in a reminder of a royal past.'

Despite offering a stay in the lap of luxury, holidaymakers travelling on a shoestring can also take advantage of prices starting from £50 a room per night.

A sight to behold: Tourists can take a hot air balloon ride over the village while staying at the 15th-century property

Authentic design: The fort was built in 1464 but has been transformed into a hotel, boasting decor in keeping with the original design

Dine with a view: Guests at the former palace can dine al fresco, on a terrace overlooking the village below

Exclusive location: The Neemrana Fort Palace was built into the hillside where it offers hotel guests stunning views



