Peacocks Included: 10 Hotels with Serious Strut Appeal
- GirlWellTravelled
- 6 days ago
- 4 min read
Of all the reasons we choose a hotel, this one rarely—if ever—makes the list. And yet, here we are.
Strut. Strut. Fans of iridescent feathers unfurl like spring couture on a sunlit runway. Then a pause, heads held high and poses struck.
Peacocks have a way of turning a moment into a spectacle. Captivating, unapologetically beautiful and impossible to ignore. For those drawn to a bit of whimsy; a brush with the extraordinary or simply a connection to nature's more theatrical side, a hotel with resident peacocks adds something quietly memorable.
These aren't fleeting encounters. At these properties, peacocks are part of the rhythm of the place. Their slow stroll across the lawns, their early morning call echoing through gardens, their sudden burst of colour against stone or sky.
And because you've asked, I have rounded up 10 hotels worldwide where the peacocks don't just pass through. They stay.
European Hotels with resident Peacocks
1.Pendley Manor – Hertfordshire, England
Within its 35 acres of landscaped gardens and natural woodland, Pendley Manor invites guests into its sanctuary. This Tudor-style retreat captures the charm of rural England, promises outdoor escapades and wellness retreats. But among its most cherished features is a graceful family of peacocks freely roaming the estate. Their presence adding an otherwise rhythm to the manor's otherwise serene ambience. Visible from the breakfast table or while wandering the sun-dappled lawns.
2.The Peacock at Rowsley – Derbyshire, England
True to its name, The Peacock at Rowsley is where nature and heritage converge in quiet harmony. This 17th-century former coaching inn provides accommodation with historic character and refined contemporary comfort in a location famed for its beauty. And amid its garden paths and ivy-clad stone walls are real peacocks roaming freely.
3.Ashford Castle – County Mayo, Ireland
Beside the still waters of Lough Corrib, Ashford Castle carries centuries of history within its weathered stone walls. On its grounds, a small gathering of peacocks move through the gardens and across the open lawns. Their presence lends a surreal, almost storybook feel to the experience, especially when you catch one perched against the backdrop of the medieval stonework.
Hotels with Resident Peacocks in Africa
4.Giraffe Manor – Nairobi, Kenya
Within the leafy outskirts of Nairobi, Giraffe Manor's renowned resident Rothschild giraffes wander freely across the estate. But among the quiet corners of the garden, peacocks also make their presence known, moving through the grounds with calm elegance. Here, East African warmth entwines with refined simplicity. An experience that feels both deeply connected to nature and thoughtfully designed for rest and renewal.
5.Peacock Pavilions – Marrakech, Morocco
Just beyond Marrakech's bustle, is where you'll find Peacock Pavilions. This design-forward oasis is a North African charm with bohemian elegance. And amidst its olive groves and hand-tiled courtyards, this boutique retreat feels like stepping into a dream. And yes, true to its name, graceful peacocks roam the grounds, weaving through lantern-lit gardens and pausing beneath archways like feathered muses. It’s part art haven, part sanctuary and entirely memorable.
Hotels in Asia with serious Strut Appeal
6.Taj Falaknuma Palace – Hyderabad, India
Once the private residence of a Nizam, this hilltop palace now welcomes guests to its' regal doors high above Hyderabad. Enveloped by manicured gardens and sweeping views, the estate is home to several resident peacocks. An emblem of both national pride and auspicious fortune in India. Watch as their graceful presence glides across marble courtyards and through shaded verandas.
7.Umaid Bhawan Palace – Jodhpur, India
High on Chittar Hill, Umaid Bhawan Palace overlooks the sweep of Jodhpur's blue-washed rooftops and the desert beyond. But within its expansive gardens, peacocks move quietly through the landscape. Their illustrious feathers, a striking contrast to the sandstone and earth. Within Indian culture, peacocks carry a deep symbolism and so lends a quiet meaning to their presence on a property so closely tied to the country's royal past.
8.The Oberoi Udaivilas – Udaipur, India
Along a peaceful stretch of the banks of Lake Pichola, lays one of those 'Oh My Gawd' moments. The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur. A resort that unfolds through shaded courtyards and water-lined pathways.
In the early morning light, peacocks move through the gardens, flashing deep blues and iridescent greens against the soft tones of stone and foliage. Their calls carrying gently across the grounds, pulls guests into the stillness of the day as it begins.
The American Hotels where Peacocks are included
9. The Royal Hawaiian – Honolulu, Hawaii
More famous for its pink stucco and Waikiki beachfront location, The Royal Hawaiian is also home to resident peacocks meandering its tropical gardens. Their unexpected presence against the backdrop of palm trees, ocean breeze and hibiscus - surreal.
10. Castello di Amorosa – Napa Valley, California
Rising above the vines in Napa Valley, Castello di Amorosa draws from Old World design. A stone-forged echo of the Tuscan countryside. Though not a hotel in the traditional sense, its spaces invite a slow, immersive experience. In the quiet hours, peacocks can be seen moving through the courtyards and along vineyard edges, adding to the estate's Old World touch that's as scenic as it is unexpected.
Why Peacocks?
There's something quiet and captivating about encountering a peacock. More than just ornamental, these birds bring a rare presence to the properties they inhabit. Something almost cinematic.
There's also a practical side. Their quiet management of pests and their contribution to the upkeep of the grounds in the most natural way.
However, in places such as India, Southeast Asia and even parts of the Mediterranean, peacocks carry an even deeper cultural resonance. One that is woven into mythology, history and national identity. Their inclusion on a property isn't just visual pleasure; it speaks to place and context.
And if you happen to find a feather on your path, don't just walk past it. In some traditions, tucking a peacock feather into a book is said to invite wisdom, grace and a touch of divine luck. At these hotels, that magic is never far from reach.
Here's to more strutting, stunning hotels and the peacocks that make them unforgettable.
