Ran Baas, The Palace, in Patiala (Punjab) is one of 16 hotels listed in the World’s Most Beautiful Hotels 2025 by the Prix Versaillesat the World Architecture and Design Award.

Andrea Thompson

ByAndrea Thompson

July 4, 2025
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This global honour is supported by UNESCO and the International Union of Architects and the Ran Baas is the only Indian hotel in the list.

The Prix Versailles is a series of architectural competitions that ‘shine a light on the finest contemporary projects worldwide’. Ran Baas, The Palace, a Relais & Châteaux
property, stands as a celebration of Punjab’s architectural and royal heritage. The oldest surviving Sikh fort Following it has undergone a major restoration.

The 35-suite Palace merges late Mughal, Rajput, Sikh, and colonial styles while preserving the architectural integrity of Punjab’s rich heritage. The palace features Neel, an all-day dining restaurant serving global cuisine and The Patiala Bar.

Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels currently operates 35 hotels in 26 cities across India.
The Relais & Châteaux Association has 580 hotels and restaurants throughout the world, operated by independent owners.