Time Magazine’s 2025 list of “World’s Greatest places” features three Indian extraordinary hotels: Oberoi Rajgarh Palace Resort, Madhya Pradesh, Mharo Khet, Jodhpur  and Shakti Himalaya Prana Lodge, Kumaon which epitomises not only absolute luxury but also unique experiences which are now at the centre of all itineraries, showcasing India’s ability to offer world-class hospitality by blending culture, history and world class cuisine.

The Royal Resurrection Oberoi Rajgarh Palace Resort, Madhya Pradesh, India, a crown-jewel of architecture, perched above rain forest lake in the Maniyagrah Hills, where historical restoration of the 65-bedroom retreat displaying 350-year-old Bundela dynasty residence. Opened November 2025, the palace’s frescoed interiors and grand courtyards with yltra-modern indulgences including private pools and secluded terraces give tourist the privacy they often need when are letting their hair down. The hotel’s wilderness and world heritage located across the water from Panna National Park, guest can track Bengal tigers and sloth bears, guest can enact British broadcaster and naturalist, David Attenborough and exploring the UNESCO-listed Khajuraho temples with a dedicated palace historian.

A night in the Kohinoor Suite with a private pool including local farm-fresh meals starts at £ 88, 500 /Rs. 8, 85, 000.

The Farm-to -Table Mharo Khet, Jodhpur, in Rajasthan  amid soaring forts offering a 40-acre regenerative farm on the outskirts of Jodhpur featuring 10 standalone suits championing contemporary Indian craft made by local artisans. Guests here are invited to join foraging walks through strawberry patches and pomegranate orchards, and rest your feet at Paeru an alfresco restaurant amid a guava grove where simple ingredients creating mouth-watering cuisine.

Cottage stays will set you back £ 4, 500 (Rs. 48, 380)

Solar-powered sanctuary, Shakti Himalaya Prana Lodge, Kumaon, accessible only on foot via a 50-minute mountain ascent, with seven-suite lodge sit at 7, 000 feet in the heart of Kuamon, opened in October 2025, built entirely by hand stone by stone, honouring the rugged spirit of the Himalayas. This alpine with wood-burning fireplaces and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the snow-capped peaks of Nanda Devi. This curated experience of a lifetime with private chefs and coolies.

At Shakti Himalayas a 3-night Shakti Panchachuli package  starts from £31,000 (Rs 3,10,574 per person).