Experiential Stay

Mihir Garh

From: $100-350 / 2 Pax / Per Night / All Meals (depending on the season)

We visualized and they realized - every nook and corner of Mihir Garh was taken care of together. Rashmi has personally designed everything from the colour schemes and combinations to the last door knob and curtain holder. In 2009, when Mihir Garh was completed, we realized that with the help of our very talented team we had achieved something very special… A haven where the glorious past rubs shoulders with the contemporary chic, to give you the experience of a life time. This fort holds nine magnificent suites. Each one is more than 1700 square feet of pure luxury. Private Jacuzzi's or plunge pools with each suite, re-define the word indulgence. Numerous alcoves, lounges and common areas commanding spectacular views have been designed to experience intimacy - with yourself and another. Our team at Mihir Garh is hand picked, motivated and eager, ensuring the highest level of service and hospitality that complement the magnificence of Mihir Garh.

Samode Palace

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Exclusive and discreet, Samode Palace has been host to royalty, celebrities, artists, and the discerning traveller. A splendid example of regal Indo-Saracenic architecture, the Palace combines the best of Indian and Mughal styles. The 475-year-old palace is a celebration of the senses, underlined at all times by contemporary luxury and the signature service of Samode. Awaken to the quiet dawn, or have a cocktail on the terrace garden to the accompaniment of folk musicians. Run your fingers across the intricate story of an ancient mural on an uneven wall. Emerge from a gentle healing massage at the spa, or perhaps just sink into the lavish bed in your room. Samode Palace weaves its magic on you.

Rohet garh

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Rohet Garh is a classified Heritage Hotel. Since 1990 it has been nurtured and developed with great love and care by the family into one of the finest Heritage hotels in the country. No new building has been added in the renovation process, but rather, ośld edifices have been skilfully redesigned to create a heritage property that has few parallels. Situated on the banks of a lake and set in the midst of rural surroundings, it is a haven of peace and tranquillity. Sprawling lawns and manicured gardens, which invite a multitude of birds and dancing peacocks, herald your entry into this oasis where the bird song is the only sound you will hear. A superb swimming pool with four charming pavilions entices you for a refreshing dip. Often dinner is served by the poolside as folk musicians enliven the evening atmosphere. An elegant, beautifully appointed lounge, serene verandas, and terraces with breath-taking views, make perfect venues for relaxation. The thirty individually and beautifully appointed rooms offer all the creature comforts and add a touch of class.

Bhanwar Vilas Palace

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Bhanwar Vilas Palace is a series of delightful discoveries-from the first awe-inspiring glimpse of its magnificent façade standing out against the ancient town of Karauli, to an exploration of its edgy decor aesthetic-an eclectic melding of Oriental and Art Deco forms. Built in 1938 it is the family home of Maharaja Krishna Chandra Pal, who is the 181st in an illustrious line tracing itself back to Lord Krishna and is the head of the Yaduvanshi Rajputs. Bhanwar Vilas is unique in that none of the rooms are newly constructed, they are all part of the original edifice and with antique furniture in each room to present an authentic, and not merely simulated, heritage experience.

Chanoud Garh

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A luxuriant 300-year-old fort-palace that blends modernity with imperial splendor, Chanoud Garh stands as an oasis amidst the golden sands of the Thar desert. A magnificent palace steeped in history, the Garh has been painstakingly restored and transformed into one of the best heritage hotels in Rajasthan, bringing together the famed Rajput hospitality, complete with bespoke experiences. Recognised as one of the top luxury hotels near Jodhpur, Chanoud Garh is only 120 kms for the Jodhpur Air.

Chambal Safari Lodge

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In 1999, Rai Saheb Suraj Pal Singh’s great grandson, IIT engineer and conservationist Ram Pratap Singh, and his environmental scientist wife, Anu, began restoring their neglected inheritance. The product of their labour, set within 35 sprawling acres of the original heritage plantation, surrounded by farmland - Mela Kothi – The Chambal Safari Lodge is an oasis of peace, tranquility and gracious hospitality.

Glenburn Estate

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Glenburn is a heavenly little plantation retreat that lies on a hillock above the banks of the River Rungeet, high in the Himalayas, overlooked by the mighty Kanchenjunga mountain range. Started by a Scottish tea company in 1859, Glenburn then passed into the hands of one of India’s pioneering tea planting families – The Prakashes, One of India's pioneering tea-planting families, we have, over the years, come to be known as the “Chaiwala family“ - which literally means “tea planters“. The story of the Chaiwala family began over a hundred years ago, and is closely entwined with that of tea plantations in India. Today, the third and fourth generation Prakash family carry almost a century of tea knowledge in their inheritance, and we invite you to experience this legacy at Glenburn.

Jamtara Wilderness Camp

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The history of Jamtara Wilderness Camp is closely intertwined with the contemporary tiger conservation movement in India dating back to the 1960s when Kailash Sankhala raised an alarm about the shocking scale of tiger hunting that was driving this great cat to extinction. He was chosen by Shrimati Indira Gandhi, to head Project Tiger initiative in 1973, right after he had led the country’s first Tiger census.

Nimmu House

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Nimmu House is a charming eco-resort nestled at 10,000 feet in the traditional village of Nimmo. It is situated 45 minutes from Leh, the capital of Ladakh and can be reached easily by taxi, considered the ideal anchor spot for trekkers who want to explore the Himalayan paths or travellers who wish to discover the cultural jewels of the region. Nimmu House is also a relaxing place where one can reconnect with himself and recharge his batteries! Couples, families, groups of friends or solo travellers, everyone enjoys the traditional beauty and the exceptional setting of this little Himalayan heaven.

MAYFAIR Hill Resort Darjeeling

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Darjeeling is entrenched in old world charm with resplindent views of the mighty Mount Khangchendzonga. The Queen of the Himalayas, Darjeeling, is a quaint little town in the heart of Himalayas, guaranteed to steal your heart! Once, the summer retreat of the Maharaja of Nazargunj, Mayfair Darjeeling stands tall as one of Darjeeling's most charming, heritage hotels with a magnificent view of the valley below and the mountain ranges in the distance. Crisp mountain air and beautiful views of the Himalayas meet the eye of a resident in this heritage hill resort. Mayfair Darjeeling offers best hospitality and facilities to guests while making sure they do not miss out on the vintage charm that Darjeeling has to offer. A pleasant walk to the Mall Road and Chowrasta, the Zoo, the Mountaineering Institute and tea gardens, Mayfair Darjeeling will surely have multiple reasons to keep you coming back to stay with us.

Rawla Narlai

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This unique gem is tucked away amidst the Aravali’s beckoning guests from far and wide. The 17th century ‘Country Manor’, has been painstakingly restored to its original magnificence and caters to an exclusive clientele in its resurrected avatar of an uber-chic boutique getaway. While your appetite for the ‘Rawla Narlai’ escapade may never be satiated, we assure you a variety of cuisine ranging from the local delicacies to international dishes. From curating dining experiences as per your liking, the choice of location and the choice of cuisine, we remain at your service.

Raas Chhatar sagar

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Luxury tents have always played an important part in Rajput lifestyle. Constant safari campaigns in far-flung lands meant long stays in tents in inhospitable conditions. These tents were the only luxury available and soon these ‘homes away from home’ evolved into mobile, mini-palaces. RAAS Chhatrasagar captures this romance. The new tents are larger, sound-proofed and more solid structures. Each is contemporary with soft muted colours, Jodhpur stone, teak furniture and sky lights; understated but chic and fresh. Every space has air-conditioning and heating so the camp remains open all year round – one of the few tented camps in India to do so.A new walkway to the tents allows you to sit outside your tent in addition to giving more privacy, whilst retaining the idyllic views. There’s nothing quite like sitting on your veranda, with a good book, sipping a chilled glass of something, and being rewarded with glorious, uninterrupted views and virtually no sign of habitation.

Sujan Jawai

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Amongst spellbinding, billion-year-old granite rock formations, where leopards roam wild and free, coexisting comfortably with the charismatic communities, is the pioneering SUJÁN JAWAI. Spectacularly set in a dramatic wilderness, the camp celebrates the great outdoors with panache. Spend unforgettable days in the wilderness tracking leopards and other wildlife. Blending sophistication and ecology, there is no better place to discover one of India’s most enchanting and breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. A wander with the charismatic Rabari herdsmen is a great chance to immerse yourself in the local culture and gain insight into some of our exemplary conservation and community projects.

Ahilya Fort

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Ahilya Fort, in the central Indian town of Maheshwar, sits high above the sacred river Narmada. Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar ruled here from 1765 to 1796 and built Ahilya Wada, her personal residences, offices, and darbaar audience hall, within the fort. In the year 2000, Prince Richard Holkar, her descendant and son of the last Maharaja of Indore, converted his home in Ahilya Wada into a guest residence, today known around the world as the Ahilya Fort Hotel.