Destination Wedding at Shiv Niwas Palace, Udaipur

If you're one of the many people dreaming of a royal wedding, inspired by the grand royal history of Rajasthan, then a Destination Wedding at Shiv Niwas Palace Udaipur is the ultimate luxury and heritage experience. The beautiful, distinctive Shiv Niwas Palace is perfectly located next to the famous Lake Pichola and next to the City Palace complex and is one of the most breathtaking and popular wedding venues in Udaipur. The Shiv Niwas Palace is a heritage hotel that is owned by the Royal Family of Mewar and is the only truly royal option for your corresponding wedding day.

Can you think of something more magnificent than a wedding in a living palace with all of the detailed and careful carving and unique ivory domes, ceilings with mirror work, and just the romantic glow of the lake and city? A Shiv Niwas Palace Udaipur wedding has elements of luxury, intimacy, and royal legacy, with a destination wedding appeal and couples from India and from all over the world.

At Shubhmayam Weddings, we specialize in planning amazing and unforgettable destination weddings, while telling your story, your way, and honoring the culture and elegance of heritage venues like Shiv Niwas.

Royal Venue Spaces at Shiv Niwas Palace

Shiv Niwas Palace offers a combination of indoor elegance and outdoor grandeur for various wedding functions:

The Courtyard (Chowk Area) A perfect venue for mehendi, haldi, or welcome lunches, the palace courtyard showcases the ornate Rajputana architecture with open skies above.

The Terrace and Poolside Area Ideal for cocktail parties, sangeets, or pheras under the stars, this area boasts panoramic views of Udaipur’s skyline and Lake Pichola.

The Banquet Hall A royal indoor ambiance with traditional interiors, mirror work, and chandeliers – perfect for formal wedding receptions or intimate dinners. You can combine and connect the spaces based on your number of guests and theme, as well as event flow. Your guests are sure to be enchanted, and all the functions will take place in an elaborate royal setting.

Why Choose a Shiv Niwas Palace Udaipur Wedding?

Grand location in the actual City Palace Complex
Operated by the HRH Group of Hotels – India’s leader in royal hospitality
Direct views of Lake Pichola and the Udaipur skyline
Steps away from Jag Mandir, City Palace, and other leading Udaipur attractions
Ideal for wedding events of 70 to 150 guests
Indian Mewari regional cuisine and thoughtfully designed gourmet menus
Beautifully rich interiors for video and photographic storytelling

Whether you want a minimal and elegant celebration or a lavish 3-day wedding, Shiv Niwas Palace serves as a canvas that’s ready to be personalized.

Curated Services by Shubhmayam Weddings

Planning a Destination Wedding at Shiv Niwas Palace Udaipur requires expert navigation of logistics, guest comfort, and royal protocol. Here’s how we bring it all together:

Venue Booking & Coordination

We liaise directly with HRH Group to secure your preferred dates, venues within the palace, and booking agreements.

Décor & Styling

From floral mandaps in the courtyard to candle-lit receptions on the terrace, we conceptualize each event’s look with elegance and creativity.

Guest Management

We handle stay coordination (Shiv Niwas + nearby luxury hotels like Fateh Prakash or Jagat Niwas), airport transfers, welcome kits, and concierge services.

Vendor Integration

From traditional folk artists to DJs, light & sound experts, and celebrity performers – we bring trusted, quality vendors onboard.

Gourmet Catering & Bar Management

Design multi-cuisine menus with Rajasthani, North Indian, and Continental touches – with live counters and curated bar service.

Logistics & Licensing

Shubhmayam handles all necessary permissions, vendor movements, and firework/music licenses within the royal complex.

Estimated Shiv Niwas Palace Wedding Cost

Each celebration is different, however the Shiv Niwas Palace wedding price depends on a range of factors including:
Number of guests (recommended range: 70–150)
Length (2-day or 3-day event)
Accommodation (inside Shiv Niwas or outside)
Food & beverage options and bar service
Decor, artist booking, photography, logistics
Time of year (peak vs shoulder season)

Estimated Venue Cost: Expect basic venue charges to range from ₹10 lakhs to ₹20 lakhs per day (depending on area usage and function type).

Accommodation Cost: With around 35–40 heritage suites, per night rates range from ₹20,000 to ₹40,000 per room, depending on suite category and season. Additional rooms can be arranged at Fateh Prakash or partner hotels nearby.

Catering Cost: In-house catering by HRH Group typically starts around ₹3,000 to ₹4,000 per plate (veg) and ₹3,500 to ₹5,000 (non-veg). Premium menus can go higher depending on customization.

Total Estimated Wedding Cost at Shiv Niwas Palace:

For a 2-day event with 100–120 guests, the Shiv Niwas Palace wedding cost can range from ₹80 lakhs to ₹1.4 crore, inclusive of venue, stay, décor, entertainment, photography, and hospitality.

With Shubhmayam’s Weddings strategic planning and curated vendor options, we ensure that you receive maximum value while maintaining the luxury experience.

Shiv Niwas Palace: A Glimpse into History

Constructed in the early twentieth century according to the time of Maharana Fateh Singh, Shiv Niwas Palace served as a royal guest house for Udaipur's distinguished visitors. Now seen as a heritage hotel, it emanates all the royal charm with original murals, marble fountains, silver furniture, and antiquities. The experience is akin to being a part of a living royal chapter of Indian history when hosting your wedding there.

They provide an experience that is beyond five-star luxuries while keeping the best of the royal period, with combinations of both worlds that you will not find elsewhere. It is a true royal wedding experience.