On a low hill, just outside the royal city of Mysore, stand a shimmering white palace - a splendid Italianate palazzo, double-columned and domed - set in sprawling terraced and landscaped gardens. The Lalitha Mahal, was built by the erstwhile Maharaja of Mysore to host his most important guest, the Viceroy of India. The Lalitha Mahal is now one of India's most opulent hotels, a palace hotel that offers an experience of princely living in a real Maharaja's palace. 54 (33 doubles 2 singles, 5 terret rooms, 6 deluxe rooms, 8 suites) All Air Conditioned It is located 15 km from Mysore Airport. 8 km from Mysore Railway Station. Overlooking Chamundi Hills.