Hotel Bissau Palace

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8.5 (1360 reviews)
Outside Chand Pole Gate , Jaipur , in

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Historic architecture and period charm
Very friendly and helpful staff
Beautiful, well‑furnished rooms
Gardens and shaded parking
Good breakfast options (in several reviews)
Central location in the Old City
Cons:
Pool closed, empty, leaking or unclean in multiple reports
Maintenance and cleanliness issues in common areas and bathrooms
Wi‑Fi not functioning for at least one guest
Noisy/crowded or less pleasant surrounding area
Some meals/breakfast described as scarce or substandard

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Multiple reviews call out poor maintenance and cleanliness (dirty AC filters, unclean/empty or closed pool, general need for upkeep in common areas and bathrooms).
Service
9.6
Repeated praise for staff: very friendly, cooperative, helpful reception and servers; several guests highlight welcoming, professional service.
Location
7.6
Centrally located in the old city (convenient) but noted as noisy, crowded and in one review 'desagradable' — mixed but generally acceptable for the historic setting.
Room Quality
9.6
Many guests praise beautiful, well-furnished traditional rooms and spacious bedrooms; some mention bathrooms needing renovation but overall rooms are highly appreciated.
Amenities
7.4
Amenities are mixed: pool (key selling point) suffers from closures, leaks or cleanliness issues; Wi‑Fi failure reported; parking and gardens noted positively.
Value for Money
8.8
Several comments mention reasonable food prices and good overall historic value; some items (beer, certain meals) seen as a little overpriced or underwhelming.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Breakfast and food receive generally positive mentions (good spreads, great food) but isolated negatives about scarce breakfast, a poor sandwich or evening meals being merely OK.
Overall Experience
10
Strong overall sentiment: guests value the historic charm, architecture and welcoming staff enough that many recommend returning despite maintenance/amenity issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 21:27

Property Description

Charming Heritage Hotel in Jaipur

Outdoor Swimming Pool: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool at Hotel Bissau Palace, surrounded by orange and gooseberry plantations.

Cultural Proximity: Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Jaipur with City Palace and Hawa Mahal just a short walk away from the hotel.

Dining Variety: Indulge in a culinary journey at Sheesh Mahal for authentic Indian cuisine, Bhuwaneshwari for a mix of Indian and Continental dishes, or relax at the poolside coffee shop.

Experience the essence of Jaipur at Hotel Bissau Palace. Book your stay now for a memorable heritage getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: JAI

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1360 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 9.6
Location: 7.6
Room Quality: 9.6
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 10
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Anna Maria • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Il miglior hotel in assoluto in india, un palazzo storico meraviglioso con una piscina pazzesca immersa nel verde. Entri e dimentichi il caos di Agra. Le camere sono pazzesche e la pulizia impeccabile. Rapporto qualità prezzo favorevolissimo, colazione eccezionale

Cons:

Non trovo difetti

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Burgerring • couple • au
9
Enjoyable, Quiet, Educational Stay
Pros:

This is a well preserved hotel with all the grandeur of a past era and is surrounded by a manicured garden with many trees and flowers. The rooms are air conditioned, spacious, very clean, with a good hot shower, excellent WIFI and decorated to preserve its period charm. The staff speak English, were very friendly and made us feel at home from the minute we arrived. Breakfast along with all other meals were enjoyed, very fresh and reasonably priced. Its an amazing place, virtually a living museum with beautiful décor and impressive antiques. The location is excellent and its a good starting point for sight seeing. Shops, ATM, other restaurants and transport are nearby. We used a Tuk Tuk to get to the ATM, its easier. Onward travel was also arranged through the hotel and went very smoothly. Many thanks to all the staff for making our stay so enjoyable.

Cons:

Unfortunately the pool was closed for maintenance, was looking forward to a swim during our stay as the weather was very hot. It appears it will not be open for some time. I understand its an old building, but the air conditioning in the restaurant area needs updating, it was not very efficient and the restaurant area was very warm to hot.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • family_with_children • ch
10
Ottima esperienza, da consigliare
Pros:

Lo charme

Cons:

La piscina era in revisione purtroppo

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Boulenger • family_with_children • fr
8
Nice place, central
Pros:

Very nice building, friendly staff

Cons:

We booked this hotel mainly for the pool but the pool was under réfection. We would have appreciated to be informed of that.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic Bissau Palace stay again.
Pros:

This is my favourite Indian hotel. I have stayed here a number of times with and without my family. It is quirky, rustic and has so many characters to it. The staff are great and the breakfast is good Great location near the chandra gate. I recommend this hotel if you want an Indian experience.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike here.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Paola • couple • es
10
A Truly Royal Experience
Pros:

From the moment I arrived, I felt like a true Maharani. The hospitality, attention to detail, and genuine kindness of everyone at the hotel were simply exceptional. I felt so welcomed, pampered, and cared for throughout my entire stay. And the breakfast was truly the best I have had during my entire trip to India — absolutely unforgettable! Thank you for making me feel like royalty and for giving me such a beautiful and memorable experience. ❤️

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • extended_group • de
9
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • in
8
Good stay for a solo traveler, friendly, safe and historical.
Pros:

Great breakfast, historical building and friendly staff

Cons:

The shower of the room could be upgraded, there is no much pressure. There are some areas that are a little "abandoned or under renovation"

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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faz • family_with_children • fr
9
Génial
Pros:

Dans cet hôtel c'est un musée vraiment il est majestueux il est imprégné d'histoire il est incroyable. Le personnel est très sympathique.

Cons:

Franchement j'ai tt apprécié.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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elisa • couple • it
9
Pros:

Hotel storico e affascinanti, collocato nel mezzo della Old city, ma all’interno un’oasi di pace

Cons:

Wi-fi non funzionante. Bagno da ristrutturare

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Prem • solo_traveller • in
10
Pros:

Royalty at its best, very very cooperative staff.
Service at its best..

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Tello Sanchez • family_with_children • mx
9
bueno, péro en una zona desagradable.
Pros:

Un antiguo palacio, convertido en hotel, las habitaciones guardan muchos muebles antiguos en buen estado.
esta ubicado dentro de un espacio con tienda de souvenirs.

Cons:

la alberca estava vacia, el desayuno que estaba incluido en la habitacion, fue muy escaso, los huevos no podian traer jamon. tampoco habia pan dulce.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Narendra Singh • family_with_children • in
10
We could feel the historical importance of the Bissau Palace.
Pros:

The garden out side was very well manucured. Tress and flower were thoughtfully planted, .
The staff was very kind and helpfull.Great food, resonable prices which made it all the more tastier.
Plenty of parking in the SHADE!
Great history of the Bissau family. A family of nation builders.

Cons:

The pool had to be refurbished as it had sprung a leak in the tile floor. But such things do happen. My daughter missed the POOL terribly. We will come again to enjoy the pools

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Debora • couple • it
10
Pros:

Tutto! Camere stupende , pulizia, gentilezza dello staff. Tutto perfetto ! Se dovessi tornare a jaipur vorrei tornare lì. Il palazzo sembra di una fiaba

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Fenella • solo_traveller • gb
9
Bisseau - a hidden gem
Pros:

An amazing place, beautiful rooms, nice pool. A good breakfast spread.

Cons:

A noisy & crowded area to get out of. Evening meals were OK. Beer a little over priced.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Milos • couple • it
10
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Zanna • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Karyn • couple • pt
8
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
7
Beautiful heritage palace hotel with great charm and service, but in need of maintenance
Pros:

A beautiful traditional palace, thoughtfully redecorated to preserve its period charm. Our room was lovely, with traditional furnishings and fabrics that felt in keeping with the era, along with a stunning bathroom.

However, I do feel the cleanliness and general maintenance of the property let it down. The pool — which is a key selling feature — was not clean or clear, and the reception area needed a much better level of upkeep. As the first impression of the hotel, the front of house really sets the tone.

That said, I would still recommend staying here for its historical appeal, beautiful décor, and impressive antiques. The staff were also very welcoming and accommodating throughout our stay.

Cons:

Cleanliness and overall maintenance need improvement, which if addressed would make a significant difference to the overall experience.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Cengiz • solo_traveller • tr
9
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee