10 Exclusive Stays In Rajasthan That Will Leave You Spoilt

10 Exclusive Stays In Rajasthan That Will Leave You Spoilt

Much popular, equally elegant and tremendously royals – the hotels of Rajasthan are preferred by all and known to many. Diverse progenies of this royal land have nurtured and transformed many architectural gems and ideas in every nook and corner of the state — so much so that a large number of these go unnoticed and unmentioned.

Curating the bests among the heritage stays in Rajasthan, we found awe-inspiring heavens that are better than the most, royal than several others and aesthetic than all. From aviary to terrestrial to aquatic, this exclusive list of the exclusive stays in Rajasthan will leave you hypnotized.

1. Tree House Resort, Jaipur

Only of its kind in Rajasthan, The Tree House Resort is the one among the four largest tree house resorts in world. Overlooking the Syari Valley, it offers some of the best views of the Aravalli ranges through its cottages called as ‘nests’, which rest upon the keekar trees. These nests are a perfect blend of modernity supported by the natural-air-conditioned accommodation, Wi-Fi, mini bar, coffee makers, plasma TVs, and unparalleled hospitality.

What’s special: The nests named after the local birds, the Aviary Spa, nature bazaar, jungle safaris, Archery sessions, outdoor gyms, outdoor movies
Must do: Take a stroll around the property, indulge in the archery sessions
Suggested suite: The Private Suite; for the private patios and gardens with bathtubs on the tree top
Tariff: INR 16,000 onwards

2. The Farm, Jaipur

Avante garde designs, inherited sense of hospitality, and an aura that has been inspired from personal travel experiences — the Farm is a modern luxury homestay located on the outskirts of Jaipur. The Farm has five individually styled rooms and two luxury suites with private pools and eclectic interiors.

“We are artists who use scrap as a primary medium to design space and objects” – these words are brought to life in every corner with experimental ideation, playfulness and creativity.

What’s special: The relaxed yet playful atmosphere; classes of yoga, painting, and cookery; homegrown and homemade food, customized gifts during the stay at hotel
Must do: Indulge in spa, find inspiration in hotel’s creative art collection that also has some of the best photographs by Raghu Rai
Suggested suite: The suites, for exclusive privacy, garden view, and private terrace.
Tariff: INR 11,000 onwards 

3.The Ranvas, Nagaur

Ranvas means the residence of Queen and The Ranvas in Nagaur stands true to its name with 10 refurbished havelis of 18th century. Located inside the magnanimous Ahhichatragarh Fort of Nagaur, these havelis — the then residences of the 16 Queens of the Maharaja Bakhat Singh, have been meticulously revived into royal suites that guarantee  regal residence and royal hospitality.With numerous fountains, vivid fresco paintings, geometrically symmetric gardens and peacocks cooing almost everywhere, The Ranvas is a treat to the soul. To state facts, the exclusive heritage stay has 27 rooms in total, a swimming pool and two royal restaurants.

What’s special: The royal connection, living inside a fort, presidential gardens, private terraces
Must do: Stay at the hotel when it celebrates the annual World Sufi Festival, museum tours
Suggested suite: Royal Suite, for the best of the regality and chivalry
Tariff: INR 50,000 onwards

4. Mihir Garh House, near Jodhpur

Mihir Garh House is actually a fort – built in 2009. The Rajput husband-wife owners of this grand fort cum hotel planned it at the sacred sand dunes of Mali Nathji ka Dhora, which is dedicated to the warrior god of Mewar. The hotel has been designed and built entirely according to the taste of the couple. The breathtaking views of the sunset at the san dunes, vivid decorative art forms, graceful furnishings, ochre-stone bathrooms, mirrored open fire chimneys, private verandahs with pools — a Rajasthani stay can not be fancied beyond this.

What’s special: Private verandas with pools, intricate art installations, open air jacuzzis, private terraces
Must do: Indulge in horse safaris – the place is a horse lover’s paradise; shikar dinner
Suggested suite: Shandaar Suites, with private terraces and infinity spa pools
Tariff: INR 28,000 onwards

5. Lakshman Sagar, Pali, Jodhpur

32 acres of a 200 year old history — The Lakshman Sagar is a meticulous heritage home in Jodhpur. Built by the then Thakur of Raipur, the Lakshman Sagar reeks of Rajputana culture and traditions. This heritage property has retained endless detailing and nuances of a hunting lodge that it originally was. The former design had separate quarters — Zanana for women and Mardana for men, while the present version transformed them into suites with private baithaks and mahfil.

What’s special: The ancient stone walled rooms, activities like liquor tasting, goat herding, nature walks, horse trailing, and star gazing.
Must do: Take a dip into the single rock cut swimming pool, dine at the common grand hall
Suggested suite: Superior room, for the lake view and private dining
Tariff: INR 12,500 onwards