Ran Baas, The Palace, Patiala, celebrates its first anniversary, marking a year since becoming Punjab’s first luxury heritage palace hotel in January 2025. The palace has garnered international acclaim, reflecting its successful restoration and unique position. Its membership with Relais & Châteaux underscores its impact on heritage-led luxury hospitality and its contribution to tourism in Patiala. In its first year it has shown a healthy mix of domestic and international guests.
Anniversary Celebration
Ran Baas, The Palace, Patiala is celebrating its first anniversary, commemorating its launch in January 2025 as Punjab’s first luxury heritage palace hotel. The Palace has since become a prime example of heritage hotels being successfully restored and positioned as luxury destinations.
Recognition and Accolades
Over the past year, the palace hotel has received numerous international and national accolades for heritage conservation and design-led restoration. These recognitions underscore its standing as a distinctive palace hotel, not only in India but worldwide. These include membership with Relais & Châteaux, UNESCO’s Prix Versailles, One Michelin Key, AHEAD Asia, Conde Nast Traveller, and Architectural Digest.
Impact on Patiala
Ran Baas, The Palace has strategically revitalized Patiala’s role on the luxury travel scene by highlighting Punjab’s rich cultural heritage, royal history, crafts, music, and culinary traditions. Events like Sur Mahal and pop-up fairs, have brought the city together. Culinary experiences draw inspiration from regional and royal kitchens at Neel and The Patiala Bar.
Leadership Perspectives
Ms Priya Paul, Chairperson, Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited, noted the significance of Ran Baas, The Palace, for the group, which began in Punjab in Jalandhar in 1910. The focus has been to honor Patiala’s history with sensitivity, allowing the palace to communicate through design, art, and experience.
Mr Vijay Dewan, Managing Director, Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited, stated that Ran Baas, The Palace demonstrates the company’s long-term vision of unlocking value from heritage hotels through restoration and disciplined operations. He added it has recorded healthy mix of domestic and international guests and sustained demand across leisure, celebrations and experiential travel segments.
Future Plans
As it enters its second year, Ran Baas, The Palace aims to strengthen its position as a culturally grounded heritage destination, with upcoming initiatives like Saras Mela, Patiala Gharana, and literary events planned for 2026.
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