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Harsh Champawat Joins as Hotel Manager at Fairmont Udaipur Palace

Udaipur, Rajasthan – Fairmont Udaipur Palace, the iconic modern palace nestled in the heart of the Aravalli Hills, has appointed Harsh Champawat as its new Hotel Manager. Known for blending architectural grandeur with heartfelt hospitality, the palace is poised for a new era of excellence under Harsh’s leadership, bringing together operational precision and unforgettable guest experiences.


A Leadership Journey Across Continents

Harsh Champawat’s journey in hospitality spans over a decade across India, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Starting as a Management Trainee with Taj Hotels, he steadily rose through leadership roles at globally celebrated properties, including The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York, and Taj 51 Buckingham Gate, London.

At each stop along the way, Harsh combined operational expertise with a passion for creating authentic guest experiences. His leadership style reflects a rare balance between strategic oversight and the art of personalizing every guest interaction.


Building the Foundations at Fairmont Udaipur Palace

Harsh isn’t new to Fairmont Udaipur Palace. As part of the pre-opening leadership team, he played a pivotal role in shaping the hotel’s service ethos—from designing seamless operational processes to training teams to deliver exceptional, heartfelt service.

Today, as Hotel Manager, Harsh continues to nurture a culture where every colleague feels empowered to turn a stay into a story, and every guest experience becomes a cherished memory.


Global Expertise, Local Sensibilities

With years of experience managing luxury properties like The Pierre, New York, Harsh brings a global perspective to Fairmont Udaipur Palace while staying rooted in India’s rich hospitality traditions. His time at iconic hotels such as Umaid Bhawan Palace, Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai, and Taj Palace New Delhi honed his ability to merge heritage with innovation—an approach perfectly suited for Udaipur’s regal yet modern setting.


His Vision: Redefining Luxury for Today’s Traveler

Under Harsh’s leadership, Fairmont Udaipur Palace focuses on three key pillars:

  1. Uncompromising Service Standards – Ensuring every guest experiences the signature Fairmont warmth.

  2. Curated Guest Experiences – Designing moments that go beyond luxury to create emotional connections.

  3. Empowered Teams – Building a service culture where every colleague takes pride in crafting unforgettable experiences.

Harsh believes today’s travelers crave personalization, cultural authenticity, and experiences that resonate on a deeper level. From intimate dining rituals to lavish weddings, every detail at Fairmont Udaipur Palace reflects this vision.


A Tip for Hoteliers: Leadership Beyond Operations

Harsh’s journey offers a valuable insight: operational excellence lays the foundation, but true hospitality leadership means fostering innovation, empowering teams, and making luxury feel personal and memorable.

As luxury hospitality evolves, Fairmont Udaipur Palace under Harsh Champawat is set to become a benchmark for modern palatial experiences in India.

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