DuJour Navigation

The Royal Treatment: 9 Castles and Palaces That Are Now Hotels

You may not be a king or a queen, but there’s no harm in vacationing like one

View the gallery

With shows like Downton Abbey and Game of Thrones becoming more popular each season, it’s no surprise that many of us often dream of walking the endless halls of palaces fit for a king and queen. And while you can’t buy a title, you can buy the royal treatment—temporarily. From ornate Indian palaces to gothic British castles, these nine royal residences from around the world have lavish hotels within them or enchanting rentable cottages on the property so that you can get a taste of the finest living on earth. 

Click through the gallery of coveted castles.

STORIES DUJOUR

  • Room Request! Capelongue

    With panoramic views of Bonnieux, two inviting pools, Michelin-starred cuisine and interiors inspired by the surrounding landscape, Capelongue is a love letter to Provence More

  • Room Request! Zannier Île de Bendor

    Discover a historic destination offering immersive experiences and refined hospitality More

  • Wheely Arrives In New York

    Already a favorite among travelers in London, Paris and Dubai, the Swiss-founded chauffeur service brings its discreet, hospitality-driven approach to New York with academy-trained drivers bringing five-star hospitality to every ... More

  • Explora III Sets Sail

    Experience a new era of ocean travel aboard Explora III, featuring refined design and a personal touch with every journey More

  • Room Request! Daylesford Village

    Stone cottages, farm-fresh dining, boutique shopping and a new wellness club have transformed Daylesford Village into one of England's most enchanting countryside destinations More

  • Loeffler Randall Finds Its Summer Home On Nantucket

    Loeffler Randall is trading city sidewalks for cobblestone streets with its first-ever Nantucket pop-up More