The Oberoi Group is pleased to announce the opening of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho, a meticulously restored 350-year-old architectural jewel set within a 76-acre estate featuring a pristine natural lake. Originally built by Maharaja Hindu Pat of the Bundela Dynasty, the palace rises from the slopes of the Maniyagarh Hills, surrounded by ancient Sal and Palash forests and framed by sweeping views of the Vindhyachal mountain ranges. Its privileged location places guests just minutes from Panna National Park & Tiger Reserve and a short drive from the UNESCO World Heritage temples of Khajuraho, creating an exceptional setting where royal heritage, wilderness and luxurious hospitality converge.
Reflecting on the transformation, Mr. Arjun Oberoi, Executive Chairman, The Oberoi Group, said, “The restoration of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace has been an extraordinary journey of bringing history back to life. Our teams worked meticulously to preserve the architectural integrity of this remarkable Bundela monument while introducing contemporary comforts with sensitivity and respect. Every arch, courtyard and detail has been revived with the intention of honouring the palace’s heritage and creating a timeless experience for generations of travellers to come.”
The estate features 65 elegantly designed rooms and suites, including grand Palace Suites, private pool villas and accommodations with private gardens and terraces overlooking the hills, forests and shimmering lake. From the expansive Kohinoor Suite with two bedrooms and a private pool to the intimate Palace Rooms with sweeping 360-degree vistas, each space evokes tranquillity, grace and palacial grandeur.
Dining at the palace celebrates regional heritage and natural beauty. Maanya serves authentic royal recipes from an era gone by in an opulent palace setting, offering both indoor and outdoor seating with serene views of the Maniyagarh Hills – open exclusively for dinner. Neerangan, set along the lake’s edge, presents Indian and international cuisines through the day, accompanied by live evening entertainment and breathtaking views of the water and surrounding hills. Amrava, overlooking the palace courtyard, offers inventive cocktails and artisanal small plates amid the gentle cadence of water fountains and refined palace architecture. A series of private dining venues across the estate allows for bespoke culinary experiences in atmospheric, richly historic settings.
The palace also offers refined venues for intimate gatherings, with banquet spaces that accommodate up to 200 guests within 440 square metres of opulent and glamorous indoor settings, complemented by an additional 518 square metres outdoors. The grand chandeliers, majestic pillars, vaulted ceilings, and elevated terrace overlooking the palace gardens and the distant forests of Panna all come together to create an unforgettable setting for weddings, celebrations, and select corporate events.
