Writers Bar at Raffles Jaipur

Writers Bar is the cocktail bar of Raffles Jaipur, the luxury hotel at Kukas in the Amer area, outside the city centre. The idea is to combine drinks with literature: rare books line pastel-blue shelves, and guests are welcome to take one down and read over a drink. The bar was included in Outlook Traveller's 2025 round-up of Jaipur's best new cocktail bars.

The signature drink is the Jaipur Sling, a local twist on the Singapore Sling that Raffles made famous, which can be mixed at your table. The Mumbai Mule is a spicier choice. Bartenders use herbs from the hotel's own garden and freshly ground spices, which gives the menu a Rajasthani accent. Wine lovers should ask about the hidden cellar, reached by a winding staircase, where some of the most sought-after bottles are stored.

Food comes as small plates and single-bite canapés, created with the hotel's palace chef. They draw on Raffles' Singaporean roots as well as Indian flavours, which makes them a good match for the cocktails. The bar also hosts themed cocktail evenings and literary events from time to time.

Writers Bar is open daily from 11:00 to 23:00, so it suits an afternoon drink after visiting Amber Fort as well as a night out. It is a refined, quiet space, best for couples, small groups and anyone who enjoys a well-made classic cocktail in calm surroundings rather than a party. Prices are at the top of the Jaipur range. Reservations are advisable for non-residents and can be made by phone or by email.

The combination of books and cocktails makes it one of the most distinctive hotel bars around Jaipur. Even if you are not staying at Raffles, an unhurried drink here is a way to experience one of the city's newer luxury hotels without the cost of a night's stay.

Kukas is outside central Jaipur, so allow time for the drive from the city. The location makes Writers Bar a natural stop on a day spent at Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort and the Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing in Amer. Arrange a taxi for the return journey.