Ran Baas, The Palace, Patiala celebrates its first anniversary redefining heritage luxury hospitality marked by global acclaim

National, 28th January 2026: Ran Baas, The Palace, Patiala celebrates its first anniversary, marking one year since it was launched as Punjab’s first luxury heritage palace hotel. Since opening its doors in January 2025, Ran Baas, The Palace has emerged as a strong example of how heritage hotels can be thoughtfully restored, positioned, and operated as luxury destinations.

Over the past year, the palace hotel has received multiple international and national accolades for heritage conservation and design-led restoration reinforcing its standing as not just one of India’s, but one of world’s most distinctive palace hotels. The hotel’s membership with Relais & Châteaux, along with recognition from UNESCO’s Prix Versailles, One Michelin Key, AHEAD Asia, Conde Nast Traveller, and Architectural Digest among others, underscore the hotel’s ability to set a new benchmark for heritage-led luxury hospitality.

Ran Baas, The Palace has played a strategic role in reviving Patiala’s relevance on the luxury travel map by spotlighting Punjab’s rich cultural heritage, royal history, crafts, music, and culinary traditions. The city was brought together to celebrate through curated events like Sur Mahal, pop-up fairs, and cultural showcases. The culinary experiences continued to draw inspiration from regional and royal kitchens at Neel and The Patiala Bar, while curated sunset high-tea rituals, wellness therapies at Aura Spa, and cultural moments unfolded at an unhurried pace, embodying THE Park’s signature Anything But Ordinary experiences.

Commenting on the milestone, Ms Priya Paul, Chairperson, Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited, said, “Ran Baas, The Palace holds special significance for us, as the Apeejay Surrendra Group began its journey on Punjab’s soil in Jalandhar in 1910. Our focus has always been to honour Patiala’s history with sensitivity, allowing the palace to speak through design, art, and experience. As it completes its first year, Ran Baas, The Palace has supported local craftsmanship, cultural expression, and destination development, while offering guests an interpretation of palace life, modern living.”

Adding to this, Mr Vijay Dewan, Managing Director, Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited, said, “Ran Baas, The Palace reflects our long-term vision of unlocking value from heritage hotels through thoughtful restoration and disciplined operations. In the first year the hotel has received world recognition in the business of running luxury palaces. It has recorded a healthy mix of domestic and international guests, a clear brand differentiation, and sustained demand across leisure, celebrations, and experiential travel segments.”

As it enters its second year, Ran Baas, The Palace continues to strengthen its position as a culturally grounded and commercially robust heritage destination. In 2026, the palace is gearing up for its cultural engagement through upcoming initiatives such as Saras Mela, Patiala Gharana, literary events, another edition of Sur Mahal and much more.