The Oberoi Group has announced the opening of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho, a meticulously restored 350-year-old architectural jewel set within a 76-acre estate comprising its own 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 views of the Vindhyachal mountain ranges. Its location places guests just minutes from Panna National Park & Tiger Reserve and a short drive from the UNESCO World Heritage temples of Khajuraho.
Vikram Oberoi, CEO of The Oberoi Group, explained, “The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace reflects our long-term strategy of creating exceptional luxury destinations in locations of deep cultural and natural significance. Rajgarh presented us with a unique opportunity to safeguard a historic palace while redefining it for the discerning global traveler. Our focus has been to integrate heritage, sustainability and contemporary design into an experience that is immersive and relevant.”
The estate now offers 65 rooms and suites, including grand Palace Suites, private pool villas and accommodations with private gardens and terraces overlooking the hills, forests and lake.
Dining at the palace celebrates regional heritage and natural beauty. Maanya serves authentic royal recipes from a bygone era in an opulent palace setting. Neerangan, set along the lake’s edge, presents Indian and international cuisines through the day, accompanied by live evening entertainment. Amrava, overlooking the palace courtyard, offers inventive cocktails and small plates. In addition, a series of private dining venues across the estate allows for bespoke culinary experiences in historic settings.
The palace also offers venues for intimate gatherings, with banquet spaces that accommodate up to 200 guests.
As for wellness, guests arrive at the spa by boat, gliding across the palace’s natural lake to reach tented treatment suites overlooking the water and hills. Asmi by Oberoi offers personalized therapies, mindfulness practices and holistic rituals. Beyond the treatment rooms, wellness facilities on property include two temperature-controlled pools—one a lakeside infinity pool and the other set within the palace invite relaxation at any time of day.
A collection of immersive experiences allows guests to explore the region’s heritage and wilderness. “Footsteps of the Chandela,” led by the palace historian, begins at dawn and reveals the beauty of Khajuraho’s temples at sunrise before a lakeside breakfast. “Crown of the Wild,” an Oberoi-curated safari, brings guests face-to-face with the wildlife of Panna National Park. “Canyon of Legends” explores the dramatic granite formations of Raneh Gorge and the Ken Gharial Sanctuary before concluding with handcrafted cocktails at Amrava.
As well, evenings unfold with dhoop daan rituals, dance performances and storytelling sessions that illuminate the region’s history, ecology and legends. Within the palace, guided explorations reveal hidden chambers, ancient shrines, subterranean passages and the evocative remains of the Mastani Mahal. Younger guests can enjoy imaginative experiences including “The Royal Quest” and “The Mindful Maharaja.”
Aligned with The Oberoi Group’s commitment to responsible luxury, the palace integrates advanced sustainability and CSR practices, including solar power integration, solar-heated water in all guestrooms, an electric laundry system, 100% LED illumination, comprehensive water recycling through STP and ETP facilities, onsite vegetable and herb cultivation, an organic waste converter and an in-house water bottling plant that eliminates carbon footprint from bottled drinking water. These initiatives, along with programs supporting local livelihoods, regional sourcing and cultural preservation, reinforce the palace’s dedication to ecological stewardship and community well-being.
